Life after death in Islam

Religious education

In this unit pupils will learn about key beliefs in the worldview of Islam such as the nature of Allah, prophethood and the role of texts. They will gain a critical understanding of Islamic theology and key stories that underpin it.

Islam and Buddhism: beliefs

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What is the Arabic term for the Islamic belief in life after death?

Muslims believe that after death will be the Day of ...

According to Islamic teachings, what will **not** be found in Jannah?

The Islamic concept of hell is known as ...

People’s deeds will be weighed to determine their afterlife.

The Prophet Muhammad decides who enters Jannah.

Which of the following is a key belief about Judgement Day in Islam?

Muslims who believe in a symbolic rather than a literal interpretation of Jannah and Jahannam see the different levels as different kinds of {{ }} and punishments.

having complete freedom with no consequences

taking responsibility for one’s actions and being judged for them

sharing responsibility for others’ sins

What is the meaning of accountability in Islam?

According to Islam, humans have {{ }}, which means they can choose between right and wrong actions.

Allah will randomly decide who enters Jannah or Jahannam.

People’s actions will be weighed and judged fairly.

Only those who memorise the Qur’an will enter Jannah.

What do Muslims believe will happen on Judgement Day?

The {{ }} teaches that every person’s actions will be recorded in a book of deeds, which they must read on Judgement Day.

It allows people to prove their intelligence.

It helps show if people make good or bad choices.

Why do Muslims believe that life is a test?

Muslims believe that no one is born with {{ }}, and each person is responsible for their own actions.

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