Islamiyat · Oct / Nov 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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Sura 112
The main themes are:
this is the main sura revealed to describe tawhid.
Ahad — The Only One, the Unique — the One who was, is, and will ever remain alone. He is indivisible and the essence of unity.
Samad is an important description of God as it encompasses many meanings – power, independence, absolute, etc.
He has no partners or family, does not have anyone to share His authority nor any children.
Nothing or no one can ever be equal to Him in essence in all His beautiful attributes, God is unlike anyone or anything in creation. Sura 1
The main themes are:
His qualities of mercy and forgiveness are highlighted here.
it is God who presides over judgment and controls the worlds.
God gives guidance to those who ask for the straight path.
He is the one to ask for help, and it is He who can grant it for anything.
He is Master of all creation so only He is deserving of worship.
The first few verses establish God as Lord of the Worlds, then mercy is established then guidance is sought.
Sura 108
The main themes are:
It was revealed as a consolation to the Prophet (pbuh) and foretold the destruction of his opponents.
God has given the Prophet (pbuh) Kawthar, which has various meanings.
Most common is a river in paradise, but also has the meaning of progeny, guidance in abundance, success and his followers.
God commands His followers to pray to Him.
To show his gratitude the Prophet (pbuh) in particular, and Muslims in general, are expected to worship God and display the spirit of sacrifice, determination and good character.
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Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Use the AO2 Marking Grid
Sura 112
The importance of stressing the Oneness of God is so that people do not take other people or created things as their Lord, so they should not replace God with things like famous people/saints, or place anyone or anything alongside Him.
It ensures they know that God does not have family, so they will avoid making the mistake of believing in God having children or a partner, or anyone to share in His authority. It gives them clarity and allows them to develop a relationship with God.
This sura is considered one third of the Qur’an because the theme of tawhid is summarised in it and it is said to be one of the suras of protection. Sura 1
This is recited in every prayer. 'No prayer is accepted without Fatiha'. It is a conversation with God and He is the Creator, and God is replying to each verse. Through it humans communicate with God. Muslims use this to ask for guidance (given in the Qur'an and sunna), for mercy and help, even outside the prayer.
Submitting to God brings humbleness into lives, and because Muslims are accountable to God they pray to be guided on the straight path.
Sura 108
The teachings give an insight into how the relationship between God and the Prophet (pbuh) has lessons for Muslims. Muslims today are that future generation of followers that was given to the Prophet (pbuh), and so this sura gives hope to people in times of need. Future hope is also given with the promise of the Kawthar in paradise.
God always intervenes in times of difficulty so Muslims should always remember to look to Him for help and support, and not feel disheartened in times of difficulty, e.g. during illness or oppression. Muslims should remain steadfast despite the difficulties or mockeries that they face.
Even prophets were tested and faced hardships but remained steadfast so Muslims should not despair of God’s mercy when facing hardships.

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