Islamiyat · May / June 2024 · Paper 22 · Question 1

Describe their teaching about what Muslims believe.

Mark according to the marking grid for AO1 – Knowledge given on page 4.

Answers may include some of the following ideas, but all valid material must be credited.

Muslims can put into practice the teaching of this Hadith by following the example of the Prophet (pbuh) and the prophets that came before him who all earned their livelihood through hard work. Many of them worked as shepherds promoting the dignity of all professions.

Even as the ruler of Madina the Prophet (pbuh) participated in the

construction of the mosque in Madina, and the digging of the trench in the Battle of Khandaq. He did not shy away from household chores. He acted upon his teachings and has left Muslims his example to follow.

This Hadith can be acted upon by conducting all trade and business dealings fairly and honestly. By showing leniency if a debtor needs extra time to repay a debt off. By not selling substandard or defective products.

‘Uthman it is said gave more in weight and measures when selling commodities and paid more than the asking price when purchasing goods saying that God had given him more then he needed.

Examples from present day can be given to support the answer.

A person may strive in God’s way in many ways in their daily life. By spending time in worship or by doing social work in the community.

By using one’s wealth and resources a believer can spread education and remove ignorance about Islam, build mosques.

Raising awareness of the peaceful teachings of Islam is yet another way in which the given teachings can be put into action.

Rulers and people in authority should bear in mind that ultimate authority lies with God and that positions of authority should be considered as a trust from God.

Muslim governments and rulers should be fair in their actions, promote peace and justice in the land and base their authority on Islamic principles and tolerance of other faiths.

A man once complained to the Prophet (pbuh) that Mu’adh ibn Jabal recited long suras in prayer, which caused him hardship as he did manual work all day and by night was tired. The Prophet (pbuh) instructed Mu’adh to recite shorter suras when leading prayers (Bukhari).