Islamiyat · Oct / Nov 2022 · Paper 22 · Question 1

describe their teachings about what Muslims believe

Use AO1 Levels of Response

Muslims can practise the teachings laid out in this Hadith by sincerely following the teachings of Islam.

Sincerity to God can be shown by believing in His Oneness and supremacy, by believing in the finality of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), by sincerely practising the Pillars of Islam and by living one’s life according to the guidance given in the Qur’an.

Helping the leaders of one’s community / country to establish a just society and caring for fellow beings are different ways in which this Hadith could be acted upon.

By practising charity Muslims can put into action the teachings of this Hadith.

Examples of this can be removing say a banana peel from the pathway which may prevent someone from slipping, giving honest advice when it is sought, donating to charitable organisations, holding fund raisers to raise money for different charities, donating to food banks, the list is endless. Candidates are free to give other examples and all valid responses need to be credited.

Care for orphans can be shown in a variety of ways. A Muslim can provide them with food, shelter and financial assistance.

If the orphan’s father was in debt, the debt can be exonerated or marriages for orphans of marriageable age could be arranged. Even good advice can be given to them if a person cannot give support financially.

Orphan’s property / business if they are young should be managed honestly on their behalf to be handed back to them when they are older. Examples will help develop the answer.

Muslims can practise the teaching of this Hadith in their daily lives by being compassionate and merciful. Feeding a homeless person or forgiving the mistakes of a fellow being are two examples of how compassion and mercy can be practised.

The Prophet (pbuh) showed the people of Ta’if and Makka great mercy by forgiving them despite their harsh treatment of him.

Candidates can give examples of compassion and mercy being shown from their own lives or present times.