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June 2020

Q1.1: Which one of the following means Oneness of God?

Put a tick () in the box next to the correct answer. A Akhirah B Risalah C Tawhid D Torah

Answer:

beliefs, practices and sources of authority Answer: C Tawhid

Q1.2: Give two beliefs about the revelation of the Qur’an.

Answer:

beliefs, practices and sources of authority • It is the exact word of Allah. • It cannot be changed as it is protected by Allah. • It is the final book to be revealed. • It was revealed to Prophet Muhammad on Mount Hira. • It tells humans how to live their life and acts as guidance. • It was revealed through the angel Jibril in Arabic. • It contains 114 surahs and 30 chapters that were revealed piecemeal over a 23-year period, etc.

Q1.3: Explain two ways in which belief in angels influences Muslims today.

Answer:

influence on individuals, communities and societies. To be a ‘detailed explanation’ the ‘influence’ of the way must be included. • Muslims believe that there are recording angels with them at all times, this will make them avoid evil deeds eg lying, stealing and swearing / ‘When the two receivers receive, seated on the right and on the left, man does not utter any word except that with him is an observer prepared.’ • Muslims will become more conscious of God and do good deeds, eg praying Salah, helping the poor and being kind to others. • It will make them accept things that happen to them as they know that Allah has instructed angels to carry out certain jobs eg the weather and taking someone’s soul. • Muslims will ask for forgiveness for the wrong that they do as they believe that the angel of death will take their soul. If they have been good then this will be done in a gentle and pain free way. • Two angels (honourable scribes) are watching and writing down the deeds of all humans, this will make Muslims more God-conscious. • Muslims will abide by the laws mentioned in the Qur’an and try to fulfil their duty to Allah as all good and bad deeds are recorded, etc.

Q1.4: Explain two Muslim beliefs about the role of Muhammad.

Refer to sacred writings or another source of Muslim belief and teaching in your answer.

Answer:

beliefs, practices and sources of authority. Relevant and accurate reference to scripture or sacred writing – 1 mark • The Prophet’s primary role was to establish monotheistic belief (tawhid). ‘Say, "He is Allah, who is • Muhammad’s role is to be the last prophet • The Shahadah states that Muhammad is the messenger of Allah • Passing on the revelation of the Qur’an to the people so that they were able to live a good Muslim • Removing injustice of the world and fighting for equality, especially for the poor and weak. • Teaching people the key principles and beliefs about Islam and Allah, this included the articles of faith and the roots of Usul ad-Din. • Being a role model and showing an example for others to follow. ‘You have had a good example in God’s Messenger for whosoever hopes for God and the Last Day, and remembers God oft.’ • Guiding humanity to Allah and preparing them for the afterlife.

Q1.5: ‘For Muslims, the most important authority is the Imamate.’

Evaluate this statement. In your answer you should: • refer to Muslim teaching • give reasoned arguments to support this statement • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view • reach a justified conclusion.

[SPaG 3 marks]

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Answer:

In your answer you should: • give reasoned arguments to support this statement • give reasoned arguments to support a different point of view [SPaG 3 marks] understanding of relevant evidence and information. References to religion applied to the issue. relevant evidence and information. Clear reference to religion. evidence and information. evidence and arguments must be credited.

Arguments in support

• As there is to be no other prophet, then the imamate is the most important authority as it ensures that the door of guidance is not closed. ‘You are the seal of Prophets.’ (33:40) suggests that guidance is in the hands of the imamate. • It is part of the five roots of Usul ad-Din and this shows its importance / authority for Shi’a • It ensures that Muslims have an authority to turn to in order to perfect their faith. • Without the imamate the religion would become corrupt and so an authority is needed to ensure • The Prophet appointed a successor and this shows its importance for Muslims. “I am leaving behind two weighty things, Qur’an and my family (Ahle-Bayt). If you cling to them you would never go astray”. (Sahih Muslim), etc.

Arguments in support of other views

• The Qur’an is the ultimate authority in a Muslim’s life as it is the direct word of Allah. • Allah is God so there can be no more important authority • The Qur’an has been protected by Allah and remains authentic ‘Verily we have revealed the Qur’an, and we are its protector.’ (15:9). • Muhammad is the last prophet so is of greater authority than the imamate who followed him. • Other authorities exist which help to guide people / parents help to nurture and guide their children / youth workers, counsellors, friends are all other forms of guidance that are needed / they understand individuals better and are able to guide them personally. • The mosque plays an important role in the life of a Muslim, here Muslims can get advice about daily life. This shows that it may have more authority as it is more relevant to daily life. • The Shari’ah also consists of hadith and scholarly opinion which is deemed as an authority, etc. [Plus SPaG 3 marks]