Islamiyat · May / June 2021 · Paper 11 · Question 1

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Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur’an, and:

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1(a)[4]
briefly describe the main theme(s) in each passage
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Sura 41.37
The main themes are:
God creates and controls everything, in this verse specifically the sun and the moon.
The order and cycle of the sun and the moon are God's signs for humankind of His power.
As the Creator only He should be worshipped (tawhid).
It is a negation of paganism – the sun and moon are not to be worshipped.
Sura 42.4–5
The main themes are:
God is the owner of everything because He created everything.
Due to His greatness above them, the heavens are almost torn apart.
The angels praise God and pray for forgiveness of humans on earth as part of their duties.
Humans are reliant on God’s mercy as He is the most forgiving, the most merciful.
Sura 2.21–22
The main themes are:
God is the Creator of humankind so they should only worship Him.
He also created what is for the benefit of humankind (guidance, fertile earth, shade and water from sky), so they should be grateful to God.
God has not only created but has also made arrangements for the sustenance of His creations.
Humankind should not commit the greatest sin of associating
partners/rivals with God, for He is the only Creator and Sustainer.
1(b)[4]
briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Use the AO2 Marking Grid
Sura 41.37
The importance of these verses is that believers should acknowledge and reflect on the fact that created things are not permanent.
They should realise they need to look to one God for their answers, rather than looking to created things for guidance.
They should ponder on His signs, the perfection of His creations and nature in order to strengthen their faith.
Sura 42.4–5
The importance here is that God tells humankind of His power and control over all things so they should remember that they do not have any power in comparison hence be humble.
God is Merciful, even when Muslims have committed wrong actions, so Muslims have someone to turn to in times of need.
As God is merciful to humankind, they in turn should be grateful and also try to be forgiving of others, even if they have been hurt or injured.
Humans should not despair of Him or give up on His mercy – even if they have sinned, they should turn back to Him and He will forgive.
The obedience of angels to God can encourage humans to be obedient to God too.
Sura 2.21–22
The natural world is a comfort for humankind, and so they should look after it.
God provides the world for humankind so humans should be responsible for looking after their environment, which can be done in many ways.
Humans should acknowledge who their sustenance has come from and rely on God for everything as well as be grateful.
Strong belief/reliance on God should make Humans confident and courageous.

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