Important Commands of Allah
Islam is based on clear guidance from Allah through the Qur’an and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Below are the most important divine commands, divided into categories, with authentic references and translations.
1. Belief (Aqeedah) عقیدہ اور ایمان
Believe in One Allah (Tawheed)
Allah commands us to worship Him alone and not associate anything with Him.
وَٱعْبُدُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ وَلَا تُشْرِكُوا۟ بِهِۦ شَيْـًۭٔاQur’an: Surah An-Nisa 4:36
Do Not Commit Shirk
Associating partners with Allah is the greatest sin and is strictly forbidden.
إِنَّ ٱلشِّرْكَ لَظُلْمٌ عَظِيمٌۭQur’an: Surah Luqman 31:13
Believe in the Finality of Prophethood
Muhammad ﷺ is the last Messenger of Allah, and no prophet will come after him.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Ahzab 33:40
2. Obligatory Acts (Farz) فرائض اسلام
Establish Prayer (Salah)
Prayer is the foundation of a believer’s connection with Allah.
وَأَقِيمُوا۟ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ وَءَاتُوا۟ ٱلزَّكَوٰةَQur’an: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:43
Pay Zakah
Zakah purifies wealth and helps the needy.
Qur’an: Surah At-Tawbah 9:103
Fast in Ramadan
Fasting teaches self-control (Taqwa) and obedience to Allah.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:183
Perform Hajj (Pilgrimage)
Pilgrimage to the House of Allah is a duty for mankind, for those who can afford the journey.
Qur’an: Surah Aal-Imran 3:97
3. Moral Conduct (Akhlaq) حسن اخلاق
Speak the Truth
Truthfulness leads to righteousness and Paradise.
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ ٱتَّقُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ وَقُولُوا۟ قَوْلًۭا سَدِيدًۭاQur’an: Surah Al-Ahzab 33:70
Be Kind to Parents
Allah has commanded kindness and respect toward parents, especially in their old age.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Isra 17:23
Practice Patience (Sabr)
Seek help through patience and prayer; indeed, Allah is with the patient.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153
4. Major Sins (Strictly Forbidden) گناہ کبیرہ (حرام)
Do Not Commit Zina
Allah forbids even approaching immoral acts (Adultery & Fornication).
وَلَا تَقْرَبُوا۟ ٱلزِّنَىٰٓ ۖ إِنَّهُۥ كَانَ فَـٰحِشَةًۭQur’an: Surah Al-Isra 17:32
No Alcohol or Intoxicants
Intoxicants destroy intellect and morality; they are tools of Satan.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Ma’idah 5:90
Do Not Take Interest (Riba)
Riba is declared war against Allah and His Messenger.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:278–279
5. Social Justice & Rights معاشرتی انصاف اور حقوق
Do Not Oppress Others
Allah commands justice and forbids oppression (Zulm).
Qur’an: Surah An-Nahl 16:90
Fulfill Trusts & Promises
Breaking trust is a sign of hypocrisy. Return trusts to their owners.
Qur’an: Surah An-Nisa 4:58
6. Commands from Hadith (Sunnah) احادیث نبوی ﷺ
Seek Knowledge
Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.
Hadith: Sunan Ibn Majah 224
Avoid Harmful Actions
"There should be neither harming nor reciprocating harm."
Hadith: Sunan Ibn Majah 2341
Show Mercy
Those who show mercy will receive mercy from Allah.
Hadith: Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi 1924
7. Gunāh-e-Kabīrah (Detailed) گناہ کبیرہ کی تفصیل
Shirk (Polytheism)
Allah does not forgive association with Him if one dies upon it without repentance.
Qur’an: Surah An-Nisa 4:48
Disobedience to Parents
Disrespecting parents is among the gravest sins. Do not even say "Uff".
Qur’an: Surah Al-Isra 17:23
Murder of an Innocent Soul
Taking an innocent life is like killing all mankind.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Ma’idah 5:32
False Testimony
Giving false witness leads to injustice and is a major sin.
Hadith: Sahih al-Bukhari 2654
Magic & Sorcery
Magic (Sihr) is disbelief and harms society structurally.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:102
8. Daily Commands for a Believer روزمرہ کے احکام
Remember Allah Often (Dhikr)
Remembrance of Allah brings peace to the heart.
Qur’an: Surah Ar-Ra‘d 13:28
Lower the Gaze
Guarding one’s eyes protects the heart from temptation.
Qur’an: Surah An-Nur 24:30–31
Guard Modesty
Modesty (Haya) is a branch of faith.
Hadith: Sahih Muslim 35
Speak Good or Remain Silent
A believer controls their tongue to avoid sin.
Hadith: Sahih al-Bukhari 6475
Avoid Backbiting
Backbiting is likened to eating the flesh of one’s dead brother.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Hujurat 49:12
Earn Halal Livelihood
Allah accepts only pure and lawful earnings.
Hadith: Sahih Muslim 1015
9. Family & Social Responsibilities خاندانی اور سماجی ذمہ داریاں
Maintain Family Ties
Maintaining relations increases blessings (Barakah) in life.
Hadith: Sahih al-Bukhari 5986
Rights of Neighbors
A true believer does not harm their neighbors.
Hadith: Sahih al-Bukhari 6016
Help the Poor
Charity extinguishes sins like water extinguishes fire.
Hadith: Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi 614
Kindness to Orphans
Caring for orphans brings closeness to the Prophet ﷺ in Paradise.
Hadith: Sahih al-Bukhari 5304
10. Spiritual Protection روحانی تحفظ
Repent Frequently (Tawbah)
Allah loves those who repent sincerely.
Qur’an: Surah Az-Zumar 39:53
Fear Allah (Taqwa)
Fear Allah secretly and openly; Taqwa is the key to success.
Qur’an: Surah Aal-Imran 3:102
Prepare for the Hereafter
This life is temporary; the Hereafter is eternal.
Qur’an: Surah Al-Hashr 59:18