Religious Studies GCSE

Taqwa

What Taqwa means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.

Definition of Taqwa

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God-consciousness, which fasting is commanded to develop.

AQA · Islam - 3.1.5.2 Practices

Topics that use Taqwa

Islam - 3.1.5.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)

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