What is Īmān Bil-Kutub (Faith in Holy Books)
Al-Īmān Bil-Kutub (Faith in Holy Books) is a fundamental principle of faith in Islām. It means believing that God revealed them to guide humans, and that they are the words of God.
The Concept of Faith in Holy Books
- Firm Belief: Having faith that all the books mentioned are a revelation from God, and that God truly spoke them.
- Detail & Totality: Belief in everything detailed (such as the Tawrāh, Zabūrah, Injīl, and Al-Qurʾān) in deatail, and what was mentioned in total faith.
- The Holy Qurʾān: Belief that it is the dominant book and confirms what came before it, and it is the eternal message that God has guaranteed to preserve from distortion.
- Acting According to the Laws: Belief in the obligation to act according to what was stated in the holy books that were revealed, with the knowledge that the law of Muḥammad (Al-Qurʾān) is now abrogating them.
The Holy Books
Here are the holy books in Islām and the prophets they were revealed to:
- At-Tawrāh: Revealed to prophet Mūsā (Moses).
- Az-Zabūrah: Revealed to prophet Dāwūd (David).
- Al-Injīl: Revealed to prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus).
- Al-Qurʾān: Revealed to prophet Muḥammad (S.A.W).
Effects of Faith in the Holy Books
- Guidance: It helps to know what is right and wrong.
- Commitment: Obeying God's commands and refraining from what He has forbidden.
- Tranquility: Appreciating God's favor in sending messengers and scriptures, which is a sign of faith.