SR R.S Islam
Beliefs and values Unit 1 1.
The Quran and Islamic beliefs
7 articles of faith
Prophet hood
Allah
Revealed books (torah/psalms/Quran/Gospels)
Angles
Judgement day
Life and death (akhirad)
Predestination
2. The nature and importance of belief in Tawhid
Tawhid means the oneness of Allah Tawhid is important to Muslims because
Belief god is unique and nothing can be compared
Creator of the universe
God one and only
Muslims show the oneness of god by
Worshipping one god
Looking after creatures
Everything that belongs to god
Do everything for god and making god centre of everything they do
Part of din
3. To know the meaning of shirk and why it is a major sin in Islam
Shirk is major sin in Islam and can never be forgiven, it is when associating god with something or equal as. Minor shirk –e.g. showing off Why is shirk an unforgiving sin?
Goes against Tawhid-foundation of Islam
Goes against gods wishes
Goes against Shahadah- 1st pillar of Islam
Focus on god
4. Islamic belief in creativity of Allah
Muslims belief that the creativity of the universe
Came from Allah which follows the belief that god is one and nothing can compare with god
Allah made the universe and keeps it going
Allah created life (animal, plant human etc.)
Allah controls the way we live
Muslims don’t believe in the world happen by chance
Muslims believe how the universe is created is a matter of faith
Science supports the Quranic teachings about the universe
Why is the belief in the creativity of Allah important for Muslims?
Beauty of nature
Universe under Allah control
All life belongs and comes from Allah 5.
Islamic belief in the mercy and compassion of Allah
Compassion and mercy mean forgiving and understanding for god
Muslims believe god is all kind and even if they get into difficulties they still know god is all knowing
The belief on compassion and mercy is important to Muslims
As without it they would feel hopeless, this helps Muslims to repent and ask forgiveness
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This belief gives them courage and worth striving for a good life- they believe god is their judge
Allah will always be fair with them and never astray them 6.
What are the Islamic teachings on the nature of human as khalifa?
Khalifa means minder and stewardship
Muslims belief that
The world belongs to god
Have to look after the world
Used properly
Not misused
Must give an account of what they have to make the world better
This is important to Muslims because
Show Muslims are not the masters and that role belongs to god al one
People use their reasons and skills to decide how to care for the earth
Stand out from the rest of t he creation, god put human in charge
Humans are answerable to Allah on the day of judgement 7.
How does Allah communicate with humans -risalah-prophecy
Prophet and holy books
God chose his messengers
The prophets bring Allah message and help people to follow the way of god will which means risalah
Different prophets
First prophets, Adam-ancestor of the whole human race
Ibrahim same prophet to Jews Christian and they call him Abraham
Musa brought the message of Islam to H ebrew and Jew
Isa known in the bible
Risalah importance
Prophets brought guidance of Allah to different nation show the message from the b eginning
All prophets brought the same message showing Islam i s a true religion
All prophets prepared the way for the final prophet Muhammad 8.
The meaning and importance of belief in Islamic teaching on angles
Angles in Islam
Angles made from light
Created to carry out the exact instruction from Allah
No free will
Number of them is limited
Invisible but on special occasion t hey may appear in human form
Angles more important
Jibril-brought the words of the Quran to prophet Muhammad
Izra’il-the angle of death
Mika’il-the guard in the places of worship
Israfil-the herald of the day of resurrection
Munkar and Nakir-question the dead in their grave
Angles are important
Vital part in communicating the person bad and good deeds
Protect while praying
Certain angles perform certain tasks
Angles communicate the exact message of Allah to human beings
Muslims are accompanied by two angles the ri ght one, good deeds and the left one records t he bad deeds
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The meaning and importance of belief in Islamic teaching on al-qadar and human freedom
Al-Qadar is important for Muslims; the belief that everything happens to us is in Allah’s control and knows what will happen in the future good or bad Al-Qadar is important to Muslims because
Stated in the Quran
Taught by the prophet Muhammad
Submitting to the will of Allah is at the heart of being a Muslims
Helps Muslims makes sense of the world
God has given free will, on the day judgement human are responsible for their action and must give an answer to god 10. What is the Islamic teaching on the revelation of the Quran?
Importance of revelation
Send the message about one god
Muhammad prophets seal/chosen one
True religion because of the message being passed from generation to generation
Last and final revelation
Starting point for the religion 11. Islamic belief in akhirah
Life on earth-life is a test from Allah. Nothing can happen without Allah knowledge
Death- death is returned to Allah and is not something to be feared
Barzakh -Barzakh is a place where souls wait until the day of judgement. The word barrier and divides the living form the death
Judgement- on the day of judgement everyone will stand alone before Allah. what you have done is your responsibility. Paradise and Jahannam
How does the belief affect the life of Muslims?
Every action god is aware
Able to ask for forgiveness
God is closer to their jugular vein
Akhirah gives a meaning to life and sense of comfort 12. The meaning and importance of belief in Islamic teaching on holy book other than the Quran
The tawrat- this was given by Allah to the prophet Musa. (Jews, Torah)
The zabur- Written by Dawud found biblical book of psalms
The injil- Received by Isa found in Christians bible Importance of the belief
Demonstrates that Allah care for people
The Quran contain the whole truth
Although distorted the message they are still original from Allah therefore should be respected
Muslims should respect Jews and Christians because they have part of the truth. The Quran is quiet clear and Jewish and Christians believer are to be recognised and given a special place because they are referred to be as the people of the book. Community and Tradition Unit 2 1.
The meaning and importance of Muhammad as the seal of the prophet
The meaning of seal is to close finally and irrevocably Why is Muhammad (P.B.U.H) so important? Muhammad (P.B.U.H) lived his life according to God command and in the Quran he is the
Perfect Muslim
Faithful servant
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Showed the straight path of Islam
Lived a Muslims life
These example are copied by Muslims and often refer to his saying which have be collected together and written down in a collection called hadith
Why is this belief important to Muslims? Muhammad (P.B.U.H)
Completed the message of God
Last Prophet God will send
He brought the message of Allah for all the people and all times
Muhammad (P.B.U.H) is regarded the best example to follow Allah teachings but will never give equal status because that would be a sin a shirk 2.
Why does the Quran have supreme authority for Muslims?
The Quran has supreme authority is because it is the direct word from God
It was brought by the final prophet
Recited exactly word from word by the Prophet
Never been changed
First great miracle- Muhammad (P.B.U.H) could not read or write and therefore when he read the Quran and memorised it, it was a miracle.
Guidance for Muslim
Follow the right path
Qualities of God
Inspires them to struggle in the cause of God
Offer support and help
Warning to those who do not believe
Framework of belief about God and their lives 3.
How and why do Muslims show respect for the Quran?
How?
show respect for the Quran put it on a stand
When not reading the Quran it should be put on a high shelve
Place a cloth on this to keep it clean
Water being used for cleanliness as the Quran should not have any dirt on it
Women being covered top to toe and dresses in clean clothes to show respect and modesty
Why?
It is not appropriate for a women to be reading the Quran when menstrual because they are consider to be unclean
The Quran is read slowly to avoid making mistakes
Muslims learn the Quran of by heart to show their dedication for the religion and commitment to God
It is important to read the Quran in the right intention because to respect it and develop spiritually listening and understanding help you grow closer to God whereas if you don’t then there is no point in reading 4.
What is the nature and importance of the S hari’ah of Muslims?
Sources for the Shari’ah law
The Quran is the first and most important book of guidance for Muslims. Contains first principles on the law
As the Muslims community grew, new guidance was need f or new situations
This is where the community looked at the Sunnah (tradi tions) of Muhammad (P.B.U.H) doings and sayings which are called Hadith
The form of the S hari’ah law Importance-Muslims should follow the Shari’ah law becaus e
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God is aware of what they are doing and thinking
Everyone will be judged at the end of their lives 5.
The importance and effect of the Ummah
Ummah-worldwide Muslim community shared belief Ummah is the idea of being together as a community and as one; hajj is an example of Ummah as t he Islamic community. Importance
Oneness of God
Brings you closer to your belief
Thinking and supporting others (Zakat)
All Muslims unite together equally
Encourage people to live
Look after each other 6.
The meaning and significance of the architecture of a mosque
External Crescent E-Star- shows religion
External Dome- the dome is supposed to r epresent the world that God Cr eated
External Minaret- tall tower next to the dome which calls people to prayer. This shows the presence of Allah by say Allah Hu Akbar
Internal Mihrab-one wall of prayer hall in the mosque has a niche which shows the direction of the Qiblah.
Internal Minbar-a small platform which a leader of a prayer gives a talk to remind worshippers of their duty
All mosques are beautifully decorated with patterns and design. Many designs are verse fr om the Quran written calligraphy
Purpose of design
Atmosphere of peace and tranquillity (prayer hall) - Have a separate room for reading for the Quran or learning it. Two different prayer halls for men and women.
Concentration on Allah- No pictures allowed because mosques is a place to worship God. no distractions
No dirt and sense of purity- Shoe rack to keep the mosque clean and the separate room for the death body to be washed 7.
The function and Importance of the mosque
Functions
Weddings
Funerals
Aqiqah
Hafiz
Education
Charity
Focus on Quran
Wudu
Prayer
Social event
Importance of mosque
Sense of identity-strong sense of belonging and confidence in being Muslim in a non-Muslim country
A feeling of community-together in a faith binds the community and adds to cohesion of community
An encouragement of faith- face up to difficulties with god’s help….seek refuge in a mosque
An opportunity to proclaim Islam-express the message of Islam and share the faith with other non-Muslims
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The role and importance of the Iman in a mosque
What do Iman do?
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Iman-one who stands in front, leads the worship
Leads Friday prayers
Guidance
Assist Aqiqah ceremony
Why is the Iman important?
Make sure that children learn about Islam
Spread Islam
Provides faith in non-Muslims country
Represents Ummah
Set an example 9.
Reasons for difference between Sunni and Shia community
4 Califah
Abu Bakr- Sunni- (follow Sunnah) 85%-90%
Umar-Right caliph
Uthman
Ali-Shia (follow by Shia party)-10%-15%
Sunni Interpreting of Quran by scholars 4 caliph 2.5% for zakat Pilgrimage –Makah, Medinah Different understanding of the Iman Accept six books of hadith as accurate six
Shia Only accept Ali as the first Caliph Don’t accept the other 3 caliph Each new Muslim community is chosen by pervious Iman Emphasis is place on purity Added to the Shahadah Different places of pilgrimage Karbala and Makah and Medinah 20% to zakat
Similarities of Sunni and Shia
Allah and prophets
Authority of Quran
Life after death, judgement day
Five pillars
Differences
Saying the Shahadah- adding Ali is a friend of God
Practice Salah- putting head on small block of clay from Karbala
Importance festival-Ashura (death of Husain) major mourning event
Places of pilgrimage-Shia also go to Karbala
Zakat-Shia give 20% of saving which is called kums 10. The role and importance of different group in British mosque
Traditionalist is people keep to their old customs and will past them down
Modernist are people who still follow the tradition but update them to fit nowadays society
A sect is group that have broken away who have distinctive religion
Group Sunni-barelvi Sunni- deobandi
Distinguishing features Revere the prophet and seek his intercession Consider the prophet as an ordinary man and do not seek his intercession
Practices Chant the praises of the prophet. Follow spiritual guidance of phir Emphasis on removing anything consider as innovation such as celebrating birthdays
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Believe in the leadership if twelve holy Imans or infallible spiritual guidance after the holy prophet Follow the Aga khan as a spiritual leader
Ismaili
Sufi
Emphasises on the spiritual rather than physical
Follow the guidance or jurists called ayatollah in daily life Worship in a Jamma-khana and not a mosque. Have their own form of worship and dua instead of Salah Use music and dance as form of worship
11. Sufi worship
Mystical union-close personal relationship with Allah
Worship-non-materialistic selfless
Uses of meditation-incense feel close to god. Hi gher consciousness
Music-closer relationship with god
Prayer-inner aspects-intention -
Outer aspect-actions
Whirling dervishes-dancing
Difference
Highest form of promise
One with divine
Sufi believe follow prophet
Meditation goes against the Tawhid and think it’s shirk
Namaz allows closeness to god
No evidence in Quran about music and dance
Outer influence Unit 3 –Celebration and worship
1) What is the meaning and significance of the shahadah as a summary of Islamic law
The 5 pillars of Islam
Shahadah
Sawm
Zakah
Hajj
Salah
Why is the shahadah significant in the life of the Muslim and recited?
Repeated in Salah
Recited in the Adhan
Keep saying throughout the day
Whisper in to a new baby
Last words you hear before you die
Teach to children
Why is it recited
Show person belong to a faith
Help give confidence for their religion
No room for anyone but god
Accept Muhammad is the seal of the prophets
Purpose of life
Muslims performs every act in t he name of god
Live life to gods command
Develops Taqwa- god conscious
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Muslims pray 5 times a day Salah is very important as it shows total submission to Allah and seeks forgiveness The direction of the prayer is towards the ka’bah How does prayer helps Muslims and what does is offer?
Prayer is a form of communicating which allows Muslims to talk to god and focus on god all day
They read god words to understand god
They show they obey gods command
They also follow the prophets example
Feel closer to god
Unites other Muslims
Confirms faith
Command from Quran
The rules of Salah
Perform Wudu Read 5 times a day Face Makah Perform Salah in certain actions-standing up, bowing, prostrating and sitting. Repeat in certain order and certain number of times Recite in Arabic During Salah Muslims praise god and recite verses from the Quran The place of prayer must be cl ean Muslims follow a strict discipline and follow the rules but this helps them to remember Allah Significance of prayer is Show total submission to god seeking forgiveness and identifying the worldwide community of Islam Niyyah is intention, Dua-prayer from the heart done after prayer 3) The practice and significance of Zakah 2.5% saving
Zakah mean purification- it purifies a person from greed and selfishness Why is Zakah given? Muslims believe that all men and women and all things are made by god Everything humans have is a loan and must be looked after carefully as in the afterlife, god will judge how each person uses the gift given to them Part of the responsibility of each individual is to share whatever they have with other people. Advantage
Helps people in need
Not being selfish
Practices the religion
Supports Ummah-creates equality
Disadvantage
Don’t know money will go
Don’t know how it’s going to be used
Not having the right intention
8 places Zakah can be used for o
Converts
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Prison
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Poor
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Travellers
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Debt
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Collectors
o
Disabilities
Zakah is significant o
Generosity
o
Less self centred
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God conscious called Taqwa
o
Show submission
o
Acknowledge the greatness of god
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Command in the Quran
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Supports Ummah
o
Act of worship
o
Reward in the afterlife
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Obedience
4) What is the relationship of Zakah to the Ummah?
Why is Zakah important for Ummah?
Muslim has a duty to help others who are in need.
Zakah makes rich people remember that everyone is part of the Ummah.
Knowing that all Muslims are giving Zakah at the same time show unity with other Muslims
Everyone obeying Allah command unites the Ummah and demonstrates an act of faith
Sharing resources strengthen the Ummah and help people gain spiritual riches
Muhammad taught that whoever eats while his neighbour remains hungry is not a believer
Prophet said just like a building each part supports it like the Ummah should be.
Sadaqah is different to Zakah because it is an actor of voluntary with a right intention to help those
The link between purification of Zakah and practice of Salah, you do it with clear intention and don’t think of greed.
5) What is the practice and significance of sawn during Ramadan? People who are excused from fasting
Children under twelve
Pregnant and nursing mothers
Old age
The sick or people on long journey
Aims of Sawm
Develop self-control and overcome selfishness, greed and laziness
Restrain passion and appetite
Real suffering they might feel
Experience championship throughout shared ordeals
Develop sympathy
Unity of the whole Ummah fast
Fast are normally open by a date which is following the example of the prophet
6) What is the meaning and significance of celebrating of Id-ul-Fitr?
Id-ul-Fitr is a celebration after Ramadan as a reward to hardship through Ramadan. It is an opportunity to thank god for what we have and continue to better ourselves. We also thank god for the Quran to help us to better ourselves and also to prayer for those less fortunate. 7) The meaning and significance of the events of hajj at Makah?
1) Ihram-white cloth worn to sh ow equality (men) women dress in modesty 2) Tawaf-walk around the ka’bah 7 times 3) Walk between 2 hills-Safa and Marwa 4) Mina –midday prayer
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Tawaf is when you walk around the ka’bah 7 times
The first place Muslims go when they arrive at Makah to make a conscious effort to attain purity.
Things that should be left at h ome
Dishonest and arrogant is not allowed
No sex
Jewellery and rings are not worn
No perfume worn
Express unity
Develop spiritually
Live for god
When Muslims go to ihram they do a prayer called Talbiyah which is said over and over again. The intention is made
The first thing they do is go around the Ka’bah 7 times to symbolise the love for god. The prayer is said to show the
love. People kiss the black stone or wave their arms
The next step is the Sa’y. This is when people go back and forth between Safa and Marwa in memory of Hajar. This
symbolises the patience and perseverance also the love for god 9) What is the meaning and significance of events of hajj at Arafat?
Wuquf- the stand at the plain of Arafat What happens at Arafat? A.
In Arafat people stand a day praying. This is the climax of hajj
The importance and significance of Arafat Forgiveness was emphasised by the prophet Change the outlook and behaviour of the pilgrimage Signifies the pilgrim is prepared to abandon material possessions and physical comforts to achieve closeness to god and forgiveness Confess sins Fresh life again like a baby Commitment Obey god commands Hardship for god Preparation for the day of judgement for the standing Experience reminds Muslims they are only a small part of the creation and are dependent on god Seal of the prophets gave a fa mous sermon Were adam was forgiven by the sin 10) What is the meaning and significance of the events of hajj at Mina?
Then go Muzdalifah a valley that is half way between Arafat and mina and they spend a night there. They pick up stones ready for stoning the devil. They will stone the Jamaraat 7 to 10 times each time What is the meaning of the stoning? At mina there are 3 large stones which represent the Satan. Muslims believe that Ibrahim was tempted to disobey god and refuse too and scarified his son Ismail. This make Muslims believe and understand the belief the devil is always around to tempt them but show strength for their religion to ignore it. Muslims remember god provided animal for Ibrahim to sacrifice and they do the same on Id-ul-Adha and finally both women and men cut hair and wear their own clothes at then of Hajj.
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Id-ul-Adha is based on the story of Ibrahim (sacrificed his son) Id-ul-Adha is significant
Reminds Muslim Allah is great and worship god is every aspect
Help those who are not on hajj to share the spirit of hajj
Sacrificed of an animal show Muslims they should give up everything just for god just like Ibrahim and his son
History behind various activities of hajj remind Muslims that their faith, famous sermon by the prophet Unit 4: Living a Muslims life
Categories of Levels of Haraam and Halal
Makruk- discouraged .e.g. Divorce
Mubah- Neutral
Mustahab-Recomended .e.g. Dua Prayer
Fard- Obligation .e.g. five pillar of Islam
Halal
Haraam
-Looking after people
-doing anything with a bad intention
-Prayer
-damaging the body e.g. alcohol, tattoos
-Continuing to learn about the religion
-cruelty to people and animals
-Giving charity
-adultery
-Killing an animal in the name of god
-setting anyone equal to god
And eating it
-unkind to parents -unfair in business -interest on Loan -certain food -Per-martial sex
The rules help Muslims to stay on the right path; they live by the commands to please God. The significance of Halal and Haraam
A.
Command by god to please god to lead a good life
B.
Taught by the prophet and Muslims should follow the example
C.
Observing Halal and Haraam clearly identifies Muslims as Muslims and the strength of fellowship between other Muslims
D. 1)
Observing the Halal and Haraam reminds Muslims constantly of the teaching of Allah and the way of life What is the Islamic teaching on greater and lesser jihad?
Jihad means struggle in the way of Allah Greater jihad is a personal effort made by every Muslim to devote his life to carry out god will Lesser jihad-the struggle with the outside world (war) A war is not jihad if o
War is declared as an attack rather a defence
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War is declared for new land
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Peaceful way have not be used
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Innocent civilians are exposed to danger
o
Trees, crops, animals have not be protected
Muslims can only be involved in a collective defence when
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Other ways of trying to settle a dispute have failed
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Every effort has been made to protect innocent people as well as plants and animals
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It has been declared by a religious leader with authority and support by the Muslim community. All able bodies Muslim men must fight
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Are not allowed to practice religion freely
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Community is under attack and needs to restore its freedom
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What are the Islamic birth rituals? (Aqiqa)
Name of ritual
When does it take place?
Whispering Adhan- Allah is great
When the baby is born
Aqiqa- The family celebrate and the name the baby. The head is shaved and traditionally give money that is the same as the baby hair weight Naming- Part of Aqiqa
With the seven days
Sacrificing animals
Week or more
Chitin- Circumcision
Within the week depending on the babies health
Learning bismillah –going to the madrasah
Between 3 to 4 years
Within the week
Significance-what does it represent? Welcome the baby to the Ummah and religion. First words heard by the baby. Sets the scene for t he rest of their life Welcome the baby to Islam, shaving the head follows the Sunnah of the prophet. Giving money shares the joy with the poor A religious name to acknowledge the child from the Ummah. Child name should avoid any excellent or moral qualities Offering Thanksgiving Obeying the commands of Allah and showing total submission to Allah. Hygiene Follow the prophets example Bring child up with religion
Significance
Extra joy in obeying Allah and having children to increase the Ummah
Everything takes place in the first week, Sunnah of the prophet
Draw attention that the child should grow up as a Muslim
Make the community around the baby and its responsibility to grow up as a good Muslim
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What are the death rituals? (Janazah Prayers)
What happens when we die?
A.
When a Muslims about to die, the Muslim or the family should recite the shahadah
B.
The body is washed three times by the same sex. First parts of the body is washed the ones washed for prayer. Then the rest of the body. This shows washing away the sins.
C.
The cloth is white to symbolise coming and leaving the world without anything people who have been to hajj are wrapped with the same cloth
D.
Funeral prayers are called Janazah
E.
The funeral takes place within 24 hours to pay respects to the dead as it starts to decay. The bereavement is relatively short period as god's creation is quickly returned. The funeral should be simple.
F.
The funeral takes place in a mosque or cemetery. It is attended by men as
G.
The men ask forgiveness for the person
H.
Cremation is forbidden as Muslims believe that bodies from the grave will be raised on the last day
I.
The body is buried so the head is facing Makah
J.
Handful soil are thrown into the grave with passages that are said along
K.
The mourners should walk away and say the kalimah so the person doesn’t forget it religion
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Two angles come and as questions regarding their religion
M. Muslims should trust Allah promises of the afterlife. They are taught to trust god goodness and accept death as a stage in their life and not the end of it. The funeral should remind Muslims of god greatness 4)
What are Muslims attitudes to drugs and alcohol?
Drugs and alcohol if forbidden in the Quran and Hadith. There is a Hadith about four things asked on the day of judgement
How the body is used?
How life was spent?
How they earn their wealth?
What did they do with their knowledge?
Khamr is intoxicant which is Haraam. Bother drugs and alcohol Why do Muslims keep these laws?
To be healthier
Against the law
Allah lent use a body we should look after it
Obey god making god happier
Forbidden in the Quran
Stay on the right path
Does it matter if the Islamic laws are ignored?
Islam is not a belief it is a way of life
To be a Muslim must follow the Shariah law
Not obeying the rules you’re not a Muslim
Muslims believe that everything is a test so passing means getting rewards
Apart from the Islamic rules there are other reasons
5)
Causes people to commit more sins
Become addictive
Damage to the body
Forbidden to sell or take drugs
The dangers of drinking
What are the implications of Muslims laws on dress when living in a western society?
The key word with regards to Muslim dress laws is modesty. Basically no man or woman should show their body figure
Rules for women-modesty
Cover whole body except face and hands
Loose non-transparent clothing
Not dress like men
Women wear the Hijab for
Creates anonymity
Security
People judge for who you are and not what you look like
Shows their religion
Implication of wearing Muslim dress
Many feminist believe that the Hijab is a oppressive and unfair to women
Wearing the Hijab has become political issue in some countries and become a q uestion of banning against women’s human rights
6)
Dangers of abuse from other people
Best possible way to fulfil god’s command of modesty
The implications of Muslim food when living in a western society
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Muslims believe that god has given them rules about food in order to protect their health. The rules encourage discipline and remind Muslims everything they do is part of the Ibada. They praise god every time they start eating and finishing.
The meat should be killed in the right way in order for Muslims to eat it. This involves cutting the throat of the animal with a very sharp knife.
In extreme circumstances Muslims are allowed to eat Haraam food.
What are the implications of these rules?
Living a life that pleases god, however laws in other countries affects how Muslims live in non-Muslim countries and difficulties in keeping them
7)
Some areas do not have Halal butchers
Some schools do not provide Halal food
Many service stations on motorways do not have suitable food for Muslims
Halal restaurants are quite difficult to find in some areas
What are the implications of Muslims laws on Riba and gambling when living in a capitalist society?
Reba means interest; in the Arabic language it means excess or increase 2 different types of Riba
Riba Nasi’ah-interest on debt
Riba Al-Fadl –interest on trade
Quran openly prohibited Riba and the Quran is on unquestionable source of guidance and all Muslims agree on prohibition of Riba Hadith say if some give you interest you should not accept it Main reason why prohibition of Riba:
Oppression
Creates division between rich and poor
Source of devils
Allow people not to help those less fortunate
Break families
Causes disunity in the Muslim Ummah
All risk is taken by the borrower
Outline on Islamic teachings on gambling:
Follow the way Allah has taught us to live
Gambling make a person dependant on cha nce and loses his hard labour
Individual property is sacred and cannot be taken through unlawful exchange
Makes a person develop hatred to another person
It is addictive
Danger to society
Consumes gamblers time and energy, gambler neglects is duties to religion and god.
8)
How and why are some Muslims involved in working for social and community cohesion?
Why do Muslims work for social and community cohesion?
A.
Muslims are taught in the Quran and by the example of the prophet be tolerant to other rights
B.
Quran teaches there should be no compulsion in which religion people should practice
C.
When the prophet first went to set up to establish a constitution it also included other religions. He ensured each group had rights and responsibility
D.
Muslims believe that every human is equal, rich or poor, young or old, black or white, disable or physically strong have an equal status in society
How some Muslims work for social and community cohesion?
Provide space for worship, from sports to leisure activities to healthy living programmes and assistance. 9)
Explains how one Muslim organisation helps relieve poverty and suffering in the UK?
It is difficult to define poverty in the UK as it’s not the same for people living in Africa and Asia without food or shelter. UK poverty is
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Low paid jobs, due to lack of skill or education
Unemployment
The elderly
Refugees
Muslim organisations working in the UK such as Hussani Islamic Centre do:
Distribute Zakah and Sadaqah locally to support people
Help widows and orphans financially
Organisms unwanted furniture and give it t o those who need it
Volunteer service that provides help for those people like elderly who live on their own and people who are ill
The organisation aims are
To improve the conditions of people who live locally
Improve the quality of life through long-term, well paid, employment and self-employment
To encourage young people to become part of the co mmunity
10) What are Muslims teachings on charity and the relief of suffering? Why do Muslims help others? o
Allah created everyone equally
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Care and compassion for others is part of showing ones love for Allah
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Faith in Allah it not just belief but action
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Muslims believe that god has given them everything and it their responsibility to shared and used well
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Said in the Quran
How important for Muslims to help other? o
Obeying Allah
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Come closer to Allah
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On the day of judgement will be answerable to what they have done with the gift they received
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Giving to other will be a reward
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Purifies a Muslim
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Unity with the Ummah- share
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Follow the prophet who helped everyone else
