Bin Jamil Zino

Clear, concise, and rooted in sound evidence, this work provides a practical introduction to core Islamic beliefs using Qur’anic ayat and authentic hadith as its foundation. Each topic is presented in the form of direct questions and answers, offering readers a simple and reliable path to understand what every Muslim must know about belief and practice.

The book covers essential subjects including the pillars of Islam and Iman, the meaning and types of shirk, the conditions for accepted deeds, and the concept of intercession. With a focus on clarity, it avoids unnecessary detail and complex terminology, making it suitable for students, new Muslims, and general readers who want a straightforward understanding of aqeedah.

Written by a scholar known for teaching at Dar al-Hadith in Makkah, the book reflects years of experience in guiding others through the fundamentals of Islam. Each answer is supported by direct references, allowing readers to verify and internalize the content with confidence.

For anyone looking to reinforce their faith or teach others, this book is a dependable guide to understanding and living by the creed of Islam, drawn purely from revelation.

A valuable resource for personal study, family learning, or teaching circles.

Table of Contents

I. The Pillars of Islam

II. The Pillars of Faith

III. Human Beings’ Duty to Allah

IV. Forms and Benefits of Tauhid

V. Conditions for Allah’s Acceptance of Our Deeds

VI. Major Shirk (Shirk Akbar) and Its Manifestations

VII. Types of Major Shirk (Shirk Akbar)

VIII. Minor Shirk (Shirk Asghar)

IX. Intercession

X. Jihad (Fighting), Wala (Loyalty) and Hukm (Rule)

XI. Living According to the Qur’an and Hadith

XII. Sunna and Bid’ah (Innovations in the Religion)

XIII. The Prayer (Invocation) Which is Answered