Islamiyat · May / June 2023 · Paper 11 · Question 1

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Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur’an.

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1(a)[4]
Briefly describe the main theme or theme in each passage.
Mark according to the marking grid for AO1 – Knowledge on page 4. Answers may include some of the following ideas, but all valid material must be credited.
Sura 114 (Allah’s relationship with the created world)
The main themes are:
God’s refuge – only He can help in times of need, in this case from jinn and men.
Seek help only from Him. He created everything so controls everything, even mischief makers.
It’s a warning of those who whisper evil/bad ideas to humans, and then disappear and leave them on their own
God is a protector from these things and this sura makes up one of the suras of protection.
Sura 2.30–37 (Allah’s messengers)
The main themes are:
God created Adam, as well as everything else (angels, etc.), and made him a vicegerent on earth (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.
God shows His mercy to His prophets and humankind.
Sura 108 (Allah’s messengers)
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.
1(b)[4]
Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Mark according to the marking grid for AO2 – Understanding on
page 5.
Answers may include some of the following ideas, but all valid material must be credited.
Sura 114
Through these verses Muslims get to know the kind of evils/mischief they have to be wary of, e.g., jinn, humans or internal whisperings such as jealousy.
This means they should be aware of what’s happening to them so they can recognise the signs of mischief and temptations.
Praying and doing good deeds strengthens reliance on God. Reciting this Sura with the other quls is a source of protection.
God is the King so it is Him who people should seek refuge with. Sura 2.30–37
The importance is that Adam was the first prophet of God, who was made his representative on earth. 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 showed Adam’s importance by making the angels bow to him and forgiving him when he disobeyed. This should make humankind understand their status, they should seek forgiveness from God and worship Him.
It also shows God’s care and direct relationship with every individual. 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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