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1 Personal aspects of the Prophet’s life
● Give two examples of what the Prophet’s message was to the Muslim community in Mecca.
● Describe the event that took place in the year that Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was born.
● Explain why the Prophet was given the titles of As- Sadiq and Al Ameen.
● ‘The Prophet had to build trust in the community before he could take the message of God to
the people.’ Assess this statement.
1.2 The Revelation of the Qur’an
● Give two ways how the divine commands were revealed to Prophet Muhammad.
● Indicate two reasons why it was important to compile the Qur’an.
● Describe how the Qur’an was compiled in order to preserve it for Muslims and to keep the
words of Allah safe.
● Explain how the Qur’an can guide Muslims today.
● ‘A revelation to the Prophet in Makkah and a guide to all Muslims in all societies.’ Assess this
statement.
● ‘Muslims today do not have to struggle as much as the society during the Prophet’s time had
to.’ Assess this statement.
1.3 The Prophethood of Muhammad SAW
● Give two examples showing Prophet Muhammad’s role in establishing Islam.
● Give two reasons why the Prophet did not preach to all the people Immediately.
● Describe the opposition faced by the early followers of Islam.
● Describe how the Quraish acted during the early days of the Prophet’s mission.
● Explain how the Prophet helped to teach equality in Makkah when establishing Islam.
● Explain how the role of the Prophet was different from the role of any other prophet in their
time.
● ‘The Prophet was unique as he is a guide for all mankind and Muslims should follow his
teachings.’ Assess this statement.
● ‘Every society has its challenges and the people in Makkah were not ready for the message
of the prophet.’ Assess this statement.
1.4 Opposition and Hijrah
● Give two reasons why the Quraish implemented the boycott on Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
and his family.
● Describe what the Muslims underwent during the period of boycott by the Quraish.
● Describe the heavenly journey of mira’j.
● Explain how Allah protected His prophet from the enemies when faced with persecution by
the Makkans.
● Explain how the Prophet created unity amongst the people in Madinah and those who had
migrated there.
● Explain what the Hijrah tells us about early Muslims.
● “The Prophet migrated to save Islam and it is the duty of every Muslim to migrate.” Assess
this statement.
1.5 The Sunnah of the Prophet
● Give two teachings of the Prophet on unity.
● Identify two books of the Sunnah.
● Describe why the actions of the prophet are important to Muslims.
● Explain how the Sunnah helps Muslims.
● ‘The Sunnah is the teachings of the Prophet and the Qur’an is the command from Allah. Both
are not necessary for Muslims today.’ Assess this statement.
1.6 Teachings and example of the Prophet on specific
issues of justice and equality
● Give two teachings of the Prophet on human rights.
● Indicate two ways how Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) changed the treatment for women in the
early days.
● Describe how the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) influenced the early society.
● Explain How Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) teachings reformed the society.
● Explain how the justice of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) helped to shape the Muslim society.
● ‘To be just is important and Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) had a hard task in the early days of
Islam.’ Assess this statement.
1.7 The Prophet as leader
● Give two examples showing the Prophet as a leader.
● Indicate two ways the Prophet showed how to treat prisoners of war.
● Describe how the Hijrah helped to expand Islam under the Prophet’s leadership.
● Explain how the leadership of the Prophet helped to expand Islam.
● Explain how the Prophet was an example to Muslims in conducting relationships with other
faith communities.
● ‘A leader is chosen and the Prophet was divinely chosen. Muslims need to follow his
teachings.’ Asses this statement.
1.8 Battles fought by the Prophet
● Give two reasons why the battle of Badr was fought.
● Describe How the Battle of Trench was fought.
● Explain how the Prophet showed good conduct in battles.
● ‘Lesser Jihad is wajib when Islam is under attack and the Prophet chose to go to the battles in
order to protect Islam.’ Assess this statement.
1.9 The Prophet’s final acts and his achievements
● Give two things that the Prophet left behind for Muslims.
● Describe the achievement of the Prophet in the early days of Islam.
● Explain how the Prophet’s teachings were instrumental in guiding the Muslims.
● ‘The Prophet is an example for all Muslims and if Muslims follow the Quran too they will never
be misguided.’ Assess this statement.
SECTION B
2.1 The nature of belief in Allah
● Identify two ways to show Allah is just.
● Give two examples to show Allah’s mercy.
● Describe the characteristics of Allah.
● Explain the importance of Tawheed.
● Explain the nature of Allah.
● “To do shirk would be against the justice of Allah.” Assess this statement
● “Allah’s omnipotence means He can punish everyone” Assess this statement.
2.2 Risalah
● Identify two ways to show the importance of Prophethood.
● Give two examples of what Muslims can learn from Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh)
life.
● Describe the role a prophet plays in delivering the risalah to Muslims today.
● Explain the importance of Prophethood.
● Explain importance of the message of prophets before Prophet Muhammad
(pbuh)
● “Prophets are infallible and they receive the divine message” Assess this
statement
● “Allah’s message was finalised with the coming of Prophet Muhammad.” Assess
this statement.
2.3 The holy books of Islam
● Identify two holy books that played an important role in establishing Islam.
● Give two examples of what the earlier holy books might teach.
● Describe the nature of the earlier books in establishing Islam.
● Explain the importance of Injil in establishing Islam.
● Explain the importance of the Tawrat in establishing Islam.
● “Islam would not have been established without the earlier books.”Assess this
statement.
● “All books came for different times and the Qur’an is universal.” Assess this
statement.
2.4 al-Qadr
● Identify two ways to show human beings are in control during suffering.
● Give two examples to show how a person can use their freewill.
● Describe what predestination is.
● Explain the importance of predestination for some Muslims.
● Explain the importance of freewill.
● “Everything is predestined and Allah’s justice is clear.” Assess this statement.
● “Human beings can control their destiny using freewill and the justice of Allah
allows this to happen.” Assess this statement.
2.5Akhirah
● Identify two ways to show life in Barzakh
● Give two descriptions of what Muslims learn about heaven from the Qur’an
● Give two descriptions of what Muslims learn about hell from the Qur’an.
● Describe what the Prophet teaches about life after death.
● Explain the teachings about Akhirah.
● “The heavens and earth were created for human beings.” Assess this statement.
● “’It is the Day when people will be like moths,’ and people have to take
responsibility for their actions.” Assess this statement.
2.6 Malaikah
● Identify two angels and the role they play.
● Give two examples of what angels can do.
● Describe the role of angel Jibrail in delivering the divine message to Prophet
Muhammad.
● Explain the importance of angel Israfil for Muslims.
● “Angels cannot descend without Allah’s permission and Jibrail brought the divine
message to Prophet Muhammad.” Assess this statement.
2.7 Shari’ah
● Identify the two sources of the Shar’iah.
● Give two examples of Fard actions.
● Describe the role of Shari’ah today.
● Explain the importance of following Shari’ah.
● Explain the importance of the Qur’an within Shari’ah.
● “A society needs laws and Shari’ah helps Muslims.” Assess this statement.
● “Allah’s message is in the Shari’ah and Muslims will be accountable.” Assess this
statement.
2.8 Islamic etiquette, attitude and manners
● Identify two ways to show how prejudice can take place.
● Give two examples of stereotyping.
● Describe how equality helps a Muslim in practising his or her faith.
● Explain the importance of Prophethood.
● Explain the importance of treating everyone equally.
● “Prejudice in society is evil and being noble is to obey Allah.” Assess this
statement.
● “Allah’s message is followed regardless of the gender or tribe and this eliminates
discrimination in society.” Assess this statement.
2.9 The early leaders of the Muslim community
● Identify two ways to show the importance of leadership.
● Give two examples of what Muslims can learn from the early leaders.
● Describe the role played by Imam Ali in the battle of Badr.
● Explain the importance of Khilafat.
● Explain Sunni and Shia authorities.
● “Allah is all forgiving and a leader is there to guide.” Assess this statement.
● “Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is the seal of the prophets and the Shari’ah is a
guide to mankind.” Assess this statement.
Section C
3.1 Shahadah
● Identify the two parts of the Shahadah
● Describe the impact of reciting Shahadah has in a Muslim’s life.
● Describe the consequences of not following the Shahadah?
● Explain the importance of Shahadah.
● Explain why Muslims give so much respect to Prophet Muhammad?
3.2 Salah
● Identify two compulsory actions of one unit of a Salah.
● Describe the actions of Wudu (ablution)
● Describe the importance of Salah in a Muslim’s life.
● Describe how Salah is prayed in congregation
● Explain the importance of offering Salah daily in the life of Muslims.
● Explain how a Muslim prepares for Salah daily.
● “Friday prayer is more important than the daily Salah.” Assess this statement.
3.3 Sawm
● Identify one action that Muslims cannot do when fasting.
● Describe the actions that can invalidate a fast.
● Explain the importance of fasting for Muslims.
● “All Muslims should fast as Allah has made it compulsory.” Assess this statement.
3.4 Zakah
● Give two ways that Zakah can be used.
● Give two ways that Khums can be used.
● Describe the features of the payment of Khums by Muslims.
● Explain the importance of Zakah.
● Explain the importance of Khums.
● “Zakah helps to share wealth within the Muslim Ummah and everybody becomes
equal.” Assess this statement.
● “Share your wealth and be thankful to Allah as HE has provided for you and your
family.” Assess this statement.
3.5 Hajj
● Identify one thing that happens in Hajj.
● Give two conditions for when a Muslim can go for Hajj.
● Give two things that a person wearing Ihram cannot do.
● Describe what happens in Mecca.
● Describe what happens in Arafat.
● Describe what happens in Mina.
● Describe what happens in Muzdalifah.
● Describe why the water of zamzam is important to Muslims.
● Explain the importance of wearing the Ihram.
● Explain the importance of sacrificing an animal during Hajj.
● Explain the importance of the Ka’bah.
● Explain the importance of Eid ul Hajj for Muslims.
● “Wearing the Ihram has responsibilities.” Assess this statement.
● “Forgiveness from Allah can only be achieved on the land of Arafat.” Assess this
statement.
3.6 Jihad
● Give two types of lesser Jihad
● Describe the meaning of the word Jihad.
● Explain the difference between the greater and the lesser Jihad.
● Explain the importance of carrying out the greater Jihad for Muslim’s in today’s
society.
● “Believers should carry out both the inner and outer jihad.” Assess this statement.
3.7 Islamic festivals
● Identify one lesson you can learn from Eid ul Adha.
● Identify one lesson you can learn from Eid ul Fitr.
● Give two teachings from Ashura.
● Explain the importance of Eid ul Adha.
● Explain the importance of Ashura
● Describe how Eid ul Fitr is celebrated
● Describe how Eid ul Adha is celebrated
● Describe how Ashura is commemorated.
● “Eid Festivals are mostly for children as they get gifts.” Assess this statement.
● “Eid ul Fitr is more important than Eid ul Hajj.” Assess this statement.
● “Ashura is a tragedy that cannot be forgotten.” Assess this statement.
3.8Marriage and the family
● Give two reasons why Islam encourages family life.
● Describe a Muslim wedding ceremony.
● Describe what happens at an Aqiqah ceremony.
● Explain what happens when a Muslim dies.
● Explain how procreation helps to strengthen the Ummah.
● “Divorce should never happen as children suffer.” Assess this statement.
3.9 Muslim citizenship and religious and
political leadership
● Identify one characteristic that a religious leader should have.
● Give two examples to show how an individual can be a guardian in society.
● Describe the responsibilities of a religious leader in the society today.
● Explain what challenges might be faced by Muslim leaders in the present day.
● Explain what are the responsibilities of every individual within society.
● Explain how the Prophet and His successors are role models for leadership.
● “No one can be like the Prophet, leaders need to build their skills and be a
guardian.” Assess this statement.
