The Role of Sunnah in Gaining Basic Islamic Knowledge
Knowledge according to Islamic teachings is vast and it entails everything through which a believer can lead a good life. Sunnah is another crucial pillar of the religion of Islam, as it refers to words, deeds, and silent approvals of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). To gain Basic Islamic knowledge one has to learn about the Sunnah as it is a perfect example of living a life according to what Allah has stated and it is a directly related source of information. In this article, basic Islamic knowledge and how Sunnah contributes to a Muslim’s knowledge of the faith will be discussed in detail. What is Sunnah? Sunnah means, the saying and the actions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It encompasses what he said, what he did, and what he ratified which are documented in sound Hadith literature. The Sunnah complements the Quran in that it provides elaborations and examples of meanings and uses of Quranic teachings in the practical world. For instance, the Quran requires the...