Islamiyat · May / June 2021 · Paper 12 · 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 99
The main themes are:
God’s relationship with the created world.
The signs of the Last Day.
The earth will be shaken, destroying what He created - He has the power to give life and death. Everything will be destroyed.
The earth will give testimony to what occurs, from environmental abuse to neglect of resources.
People will be responsible for their actions on earth and given their accounts.
Humans will be accountable to God.
God will be judge and justice will be done.
He will decide rewards and punishments.
Sura 5.110
The main themes are:
God’s assistance and guidance to His prophets, in this case Jesus was helped by the holy spirit, the Book and the wisdom, the Law and the Gospel.
God supports Prophets in their mission by giving them miracles.
Jesus did great things but only with God’s permission, “by my leave”, hence real power lies with God.
Prophets face opposition and persecution. In this case Jesus was rejected with claims of magic.
Sura 2.30–37
The main themes are:
God’s prophets.
God created Adam, as well as everything else (e.g. angels), and made him a vicegerent (khalifa), which suggests God values humans above angels.
God gives knowledge to who He wants, and He gives the special status of prophethood to whom He wishes.
When Satan misled Adam, God did not leave him or allow any obstacle to prevent him from making Adam His representative on earth, in other words God looks after His Prophets.
Adam was forgiven when he repented, God’s forgiveness and mercy extends to all.
1(b)[4]
briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Use the AO2 Marking Grid
Sura 99
The verses reaffirm Muslim belief in the Day of Judgment.
It creates a sense of accountability, reminding Muslims to stay on the correct path.
Good deeds will be rewarded, encouraging Muslims to do good at all times, e.g. following the Pillars, being honest and helping others.
It keeps them away from unpleasant things, e.g. lying, cheating, gossiping and not obeying God’s commandments.
It helps Muslims understand the temporary nature of the world which stops them being distracted by worldly things, e.g. fashion or money.
Muslims feel comforted by God's justice that no good deed will go unnoticed, or bad deed unpunished.
Sura 5.110
These teachings reaffirm for Muslims the prophethood of Jesus and the power of God.
The teachings show humans are capable of great feats, but it is God who gives permission, strength and assistance for these. For example, the moon landings and space travel.
Muslims should use these as signs of God’s grace and believe in His power to control everything and allow things to happen.
They should therefore remember Him often, by praying, supplicating or doing good deeds to ensure they are counted as believers.
Sura 2.30–37
This gives Muslims a sense of their connection to God as Adam is called the father of humankind and everyone is descended from him.
God made the angels bow to Adam. This showed his elevated status amongst God’s creatures and that of humanity in general.
God granted forgiveness to Adam. This should make humankind believe in God’s mercy and forgiveness and they should repent.
Shows God’s care and direct relationship with every individual.
Makes one realise the importance of knowledge and learning.
Teaches people to stay away from arrogance and pride.

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