Iman إِيمَان

Faith in God that is held in the heart, declared with the tongue and shown in action.

Arabic
إِيمَان
Transliteration
Iman
Meaning
Faith
Topic
Creed & character

About Iman

The six articles of faith are belief in God, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Last Day and divine decree. Scholars describe iman as something that can grow with obedience and weaken with neglect. It is joined in the Quran with righteous action again and again.

See also

  • Islam إِسْلَام — Submission to God
  • Ihsan إِحْسَان — Excellence in worship and conduct
  • Tawhid تَوْحِيد — Oneness of God
  • Akhirah آخِرَة — The hereafter

These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.