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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
The angel who communicates Allah’s revelation to prophets, including bringing the Qur’an to Muhammad.
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Paper 1
Revise: AngelsJibril, also known as Gabriel, is the angel especially associated with revelation. Muslims believe that he brought Allah’s messages to prophets, most importantly the Qur’an to Muhammad.
Paper 3
The angel who communicated Allah's revelations to the prophets, including revealing the Qur'an to Muhammad.
Revise: AngelsFor example, Muslims believe that Jibril appeared to Muhammad in human form.
Keep the named angels distinct: Jibril brings revelation; Mika'il is associated with mercy, rain and nourishment.
For a question about significance, explain why the role matters: Jibril brings guidance, Mika'il sustains life, and Israfil announces resurrection and accountability.
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