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o The Scrolls of Moses are thought to contain the revelations of Moses which were perhaps written
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down later by Moses, Aaron, and Joshua. Muslim scholars understand these scrolls to not be a part of
the Torah, but to an ancient text which contained some inspired revelations which Moses
• The Qur'an is considered by Muslims as God's final holy book. received over his years of prophecy. Islamic belief
espouses that the previous Islamic holy books were for a particular time and community, and that even if those
books were corrupted, many prophets were still to come who could correct the scriptures and warn the people
of corruptions. Muhammad, being the last prophet, received a universal book that was intended for all peoples,
and will remain in its true form until the Last Day.

Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus – Nabeel Qureshi

7.4 Let’s Practice…

1-6. List the six articles of faith to which all Muslims must assent.

7. Muslims and Christians are both monotheists (believe in ONE God). How does Islam differ in their
view of this one God?

8. Muslims say Allah is the one and same God that is worshipped by all Abrahamic religions. How are
the description of their God different?

9. Whom does Allah love?

10. Whom does Allah hate?

11. How do Muslims view Angels and free-will?

12. According to Islam, who is the greatest of all angels?

13-16. According to Islam, scripture has been revealed through four great prophets. Name the prophets and the
revelation that came to them.
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