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FAQs for Islamiyat Q Is Islamiyat available to candidates in any country? Yes, candidates anywhere can sit the examinations. Q What are the differences between O Level Islamiyat and O Level Islamic Religion and Culture )? There are slight differences in the content but these are minimal, the main difference comes in the examination. The best way to see is by looking at the syllabus and past papers. There is no difference in the qualification so it basically comes down to which one you prefer. Islamic Religion and Culture is only available in November each year whereas Islamiyat is available both November and June.. Q Which themes and passages from the Quran do we study for Paper 1? The Qur'an as a whole contains a number of major themes. The revised syllabus focuses on three of them: 1) Allah in himself 2) Allah's relationship with the created world 3) Allah's messengers. The syllabus lists 15 Qur'an passages, 5 under each of these 3 major themes. It is these themes that Question 1 asks about. The passages collected under each major theme will all contain something significant about the theme, and that is what students should be taught to think about. In the examination these 15 passages are tested in Paper 1, Question 1, where 3 passages are set and candidates have to choose any 2. Q Will the three Quranic passages in Paper 1 be on the same theme? They could each be from any of the three themes. Q What is the difference between part (a) and part (b) of Question 1 in Paper 1? The instruction to candidates reads as follows: 1. Choose any two of the following passages from the Quran, and: (a) briefly describe the main theme(s) in each passage [4] (b) briefly explain how each passage presents its theme(s) in a distinctive way. [4] Part (a) asks about the general theme contained in the passage, the theme that the passage may share with many other passages in the Qur'an. And part (b) asks about the way in which this passage talks about the theme in its own particular manner. Almost every passage in the Qur'an contains one of the major themes of the Qur'an, and it often contains it in language and ideas that are unique to itself. For example, the stories of Noah, Abraham and Moses all talk about the theme of messengers and how God guides them and protects them. But each of these stories expresses the teaching about protection in its own way: Abraham being protected from his community when they try to finish him, Moses being protected from Pharaoh's army by the waters of the sea. The two parts of the question ask about these two features of the passages: (a) how they present a theme(s) found throughout the Qur'an, and (b) how they explain or illustrate the theme(s) in particular ways. Q Could you give an example of what is expected in Question 1 part (a) and part (b) of Paper 1? In part (a), the question asks candidates to describe the major theme they can detect in the passage they have chosen. Thus, if they were asked about Sura 112, which the syllabus lists under the major theme (1) Allah in himself, they would write about the theme of the oneness of God (though in more detail). In different parts of the Qur'an, these themes are talked about slightly differently - thus, while Sura 112 talks about the oneness of God in one way, Sura 2.255 talks about it in a slightly different way, using different language and creating different pictures in the mind. In part (b), therefore, the question asks candidates to explain the particular features of the description in the chosen passage. They may refer to the concepts included in Sura 112 - e.g. not begetting and not being begotten, as opposed to Sura 2.255, e.g. not being comprehended by human thought, never

sleeping and being seated on the throne. So the question as a whole tests candidates' knowledge of (a) the main teaching in a passage, and also (b) their understanding of the way in which that particular passage conveys the teaching. Q How will marks be awarded for Question 1 in Paper 1? The method of marking asks examiners not to look for individual points but for the overall quality of an answer. That is the difference between levels and points marking. So the candidate should not think of making 4 points in order to gain 4 marks, but of showing deep knowledge and understanding about the passage, firstly concerning the main theme it contains, and secondly concerning the special way it expresses that theme. The allocation of marks in Paper 2058/01 Question 1 is as follows: part (a) 4 marks, part (b) 4 marks. Candidates have to comment on two passages, both in part a) and in part b). Does this mean the marks allocated for each part are 2+2? No, the approach to marking Paper 2058/1 Question 1 is to read both answers to part (a) of the two chosen passages, and then both answers to part (b). Examiners will then give a single mark out of a maximum of 4 for the two answers to (a) and a second single mark out of a maximum of 4 for the two parts (b). In this way the examiners will be judging the overall performance of the candidate in showing knowledge, and also in showing understanding. Q In Paper 1, Question 1, part (b), where candidates are asked to explain how each passage they have chosen presents its theme or themes in a distinctive way, are candidates supposed to compare the two passages chosen - i.e. give their similarities and differences or present their answers separately? Candidates should explain each of the chosen passages independently as two separate answers the question does not ask them to compare the two chosen passages in a single answer. Q In Paper 1, Question 1, part (b), where candidates are asked to explain how each passage they have chosen presents its theme or themes in a distinctive way, if candidates want to show how a passage differs to other passages on the same theme, should they contrast it with one of the passages listed in the syllabus only? Candidates can refer to Quranic passages on the syllabus or to other Quranic passages not on the syllabus as long as they are relevant to the theme. For example, if they attempt Sura 112, for example, they could say how this passage differs from Sura 2.255, which is also on the same theme and also listed in the syllabus, or they could say how it differs with another passage which refers to the same theme (of oneness and greatness of God) that is not in the syllabus. By referring to relevant passages that are not listed in the syllabus, they will show wider knowledge of the Qur'an. Q In the specimen paper, for an essay question, the marks distribution is 10 and 4 marks. Is this how essays will always be, or could there be different mark distributions? As in the syllabus (which contains the generic marking criteria), all the ESSAY questions will be 10 (AO1 knowledge) and 4 marks (AO2 understanding). Q It appears from the syllabus that moral matters such as modesty, self respect, respect for women, finance, relations with non-Muslims, and Islam in community life are no longer separate topics but have been merged with topics such as the biography of the Prophet. Is this correct? Yes, it is true that in the syllabus there is no separate topic on 'moral' matters, as these have been merged with other topics. If you look closely at the syllabus, you will see that issues of morality are now linked with study of the Qur'an, the Hadiths, the Prophet and the Caliphs. Even in the old syllabus, questions on morality - Question 3 in 2058/02 - have nearly always been worded as 'Describe three examples from the life of the Prophet that show how he treated his wives', or something similar. The intention has been to get candidates to link the example of the Prophet or the teaching of the Qur'an or the example of the Caliphs with issues of morality. So the revised syllabus simply makes this link explicit. Q Can Islamiyat be offered in Urdu? University of Cambridge International Examinations is an international examinations board which offers examinations in the medium of English (except for language syllabuses). As such it would not be possible to offer Islamiyat in Urdu or any other language. Islamiyat is not only taken by candidates in Pakistan and so to offer it in Urdu would limit those who could study the course. Q When questions about the compilation of the Hadith are asked will candidates be

expected to answer from a Sunni or a Shii perspective or from both? Candidates are able to answer the question according to what they know and what is relevant to the question, whether this be Sunni or Shi'i. summary of Article of Faith Articles of Faith 1. A Muslim believes in One God, Supreme and Eternal, Infinite and Mighty, Merciful and Compassionate, Creator and Provider. God has no father nor mother, no sons nor daughters. He has not fathered anyone nor was He fathered. None equal to Him. He is God of all mankind, not of a special tribe or race. God is High and Supreme but He is very near to the pious thoughtful believers; He answers their prayers and helps them. He loves the people who love Him and forgives their sins. He gives them peace, happiness, knowledge and success. God is the Loving and the Provider, the Generous and the Benevolent, the Rich and the Independent, the Forgiving and the Clement, the Patient and the Appreciative, the Unique and the Protector, the Judge and the Peace. God's attributes are mentioned in the Quran. God creates in man the mind to understand, the soul and conscience to be good and righteous, the feelings and sentiments to be kind and humane. If we try to count His favours upon us, we cannot, because they are countless. In return for all the great favours and mercy, God does not need anything from us, because he is Needless and Independent. God asks us to know Him, to love Him and to enforce His Law for our own benefit and our own good. 2. A Muslim believes in all the Messengers and Prophets of God without any discrimination. All messengers were mortals, human beings, endowed with Divine revelations and appointed by God to teach mankind. The Holy Quran mentions the names of 25 messengers and prophets and states that there are others. These include Noah, Abrahim, Ishmael, Isaac, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad. Their message is the same and it is Islam and it came from One and the Same Source; God, and it is to submit to His will and to obey his law, ie, to become a Muslim. 3. A Muslim believes in all scriptures and revelations of God, as they were complete and in their original versions. Revelations were given to guide the people to the right path of God. The Quran refers to the books revealed to Abrahim, Moses, David, Jesus and Muhammad. Today, the books before the Quran do not exist in their original form. They are lost or corrupted or concealed. Weakness in the early period of Judaism and Christianity are partly responsible. Today the Quran is the only authentic and complete book of God. No scholar has questioned the fact that the Quran today is the same as it was more than 1400 years ago. Muslims till today memorize the Quran word by word as a whole or in part. God who revealed the Quran is protecting it from being lost, corrupted, or concealed. 4. A Muslim believes in the angels of God. They are purely spiritual and splendid beings created by God. They require no food or drink or sleep. They have no physical desires nor material needs.

Angels spend their time in the service of God. Each charged with a certain duty. Angels cannot be seen by the naked eyes. Knowledge and truth are not entirely confined to sensory knowledge or sensory perception alone. 5. A Muslim believes in the day of Judgement. This world as we know it will come to an end and the dead will rise to stand for their final and fair trial. Everything we do, say, make, intend and think are accounted for and kept in accurate records. They are brought up on the day of Judgement. People with good records will be generously rewarded and warmly welcomed to God's Heaven. People with bad records will be fairly punished and cast into Hell. The real nature of Heaven and Hell are known to God only, but they are described by God in man's familiar terms in the Quran. If some good deeds are seen not to get full appreciation and credit in this life, they will receive full compensation and be widely acknowledged on the Day of Judgement. If some people who commit sins, neglect God and indulge in immoral activities seem superficially successful and prosperous in this life, absolute justice will be done to them on the Day of Judgement. The time of the Day of Judgement is only known to God and God alone. 6. A Muslim believes in "Qadaa" and "Qadar". "Qadaa" and "Qadar" means the Timeless Knowledge of God and His power to plan and execute His plans. God is not indifferent to this world nor is He neutral to it. God is Wise, Just and Loving and whatever He does must have a good motive, although we may fail sometimes to understand it fully. We should have strong faith in God and accept whatever He does because our knowledge is limited and our thinking is based on individual consideration, whereas His knowledge is limitless and He plans on a universal basis. Man should think, plan, and make sound choices, but if things do not happen the way he wants, he should not lose faith and surrender himself to mental strains or shattering worries.

Descendants of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)

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Zainab bint Muhammad: She was the eldest daughter of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and his wife khadija and was born ten years before being granted prophet hood. She was the second child of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) after Qasim. She was married to her maternal aunts son Abul Aas bin Rabi. She embraced Islam but was left in Makah when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) migrated to Madinah. Her husband didnt accept Islam until 6 A.H. Her husband wasnt a Muslim and fought against the Muslims in the battle of Badr. He was brought as a captive before the Holy Prophet (PBUH). For his ransom, Zainab sent a necklace that had been given to her by her mother. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) returned the necklace and released Abul Aas on the condition that he would send Zainab to Madinah, which he did. On the way she was attacked by Habbar bin Aswad and suffered a miscarriage. She died in 8 A.H

as a result of the wounds inflicted upon her by this attack. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) performed her funeral prayer and she was buried in Madinah. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) used to say about her: She is the best amongst my daughters; for my sake she has suffered a lot She was highly devoted to her father and was re-united with her husband after his conversion. They had two children; Ali who dies in infancy and Ummaimah who later married Ali bin Abi Talib. 2. Ruqayya bint Muhammad: The Holy Prophet (PBUH)s second daughter was born three years after the birth of Zainab. She was married to Utba son of Abu Lahab. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) declared his mission; Abu Lahab became his enemy and asked his son to divorce Ruqayya, which he did. Then she was then married to Hazrat Usman bin Affan. She along with her husband was the first couple to migrate for the sake of Islam as they were in the first batch of emigrants to Abyssinia. In Abyssinia she gave birth to a son who died when he was six years old. They came back to Makah in the tenth year of Prophet Hood. A few years later, she migrated to Madinah with her husband. They both were a handsome couple and their marriage was a happy one. She contracted small pox and died at the age of 21 when her father was away for the battle of Badr. 3. Umm-e-Kulthum bint Muhammad: She was the third daughter of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and was born three years before Prophet Hood. She was first married to Utaiba, son of Abu Lahab. When the Holy Prophet (PBUH) declared his mission, Abu Lahab asked his son to divorce Umm-eKulthum, which he did. She migrated to Madinah with her step mother Hazrat Sawdah. After the death of Ruqayya, she was married to Hazrat Usman. She died at the age of 25 A.H. while her father and husband were away for the Tabuk expedition. She didnt leave behind any children. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) himself laid her down in the grave with flowing tears. 4. Fatima bint Muhammad: Her name was Fatima and title was Zahra. She was the youngest daughter of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) born from his marriage with Khadija. She was born on the first year of the mission of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). Thus it is generally believed that she was the first baby who was a Muslim since she was born. She was married to Hazrat Ali at the age of 15. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) had great love for Fatima. He would stand up to receive her and offer his place to her to sit. Fatima would do the same on receiving her father. Ali did not solemnize any marriage during the life of Hazrat Fatima. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) also included Fatima among the sacred women by saying: Among all the women of the world, Mary, Khadija, Asiya and Fatima are sufficient to emulate. Fatima loved a simple and pious life and was extremely well uniformed in religious affairs. She had five fine children: Hassan, Husain, Mushin, Umm-e-Kulthum and Zainab. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) during his last days of illness had told Fatima that she Would be the first to meet him in paradise. She died about six months after his death. Her funeral prayer was performed by her husband Ali and she was buried in JannatUl-Baqi. 5. Hazrat Imam Hassan: Hazrat Imam Hassan was the son of Hazrat Ali and Hazrat Fatima and the elder of the two grandsons of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). He was born in Madinah on the first of

Ramadan. Soon after his birth, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) named him Hassan. He is also known as Shabbar, which in the native language means Handsome. Hassan was brought up in an ideal atmosphere. His only teachers were his grandfather and parents. Imam Hassan would sit and listen to the Holy Prophet (PBUH) as he would recite the latest revelations of the Holy Quran. Then, Imam Hassan would memorize them by heart. He was only of eight years when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) passed away. A few months later, his mother also died. Hazrat Ali devoted his time in the compilation of the Quran and Hadith. Therefore, Imam Hassan also learnt to follow his fathers example. During the time of the khilafat of Hazrat Ali, he took part in all the battles. He also held the charge of Bait-ul-Maal. On the 21st of Ramadan, after the death of Hazrat Ali, Imam Hassan was declared Khalifa with the consent of forty thousand people. Imam Hassan had a wife named Joda bint Ashs. Muaviya, who was an enemy of Imam Hassan, promised her that if she would poison Imam Hassan, he would reward her with 2000 Dirhams, ten dresses of Gold work and an output of the olive oil of Kufa. In addition, he would marry her to his son Yazid. Joda succeeded in dissolving the poison in the drinking water and Hazrat Imam Hassan died within a few hours after drinking the water. He was buried in Janat-ul-Baki 6. Hazrat Imam Husain: He was born to Hazrat Ali and Hazrat Fatima on Thursday, third Shabban in the fourth year of Hijrat. At the time of his birth the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was out on an expedition. Immediately, after his birth, hazrat Fatima became ill and Imam Husain was sent to Umm-e-Fazal for nursing. On the 7th of Muharram, 61 A.H., while Imam Husain was camping at Karbala, the yazid sources cut off all sources of supply of water to the Imams, Imam Husain then decided to fight Yazid. Thus the battle of truth against falsehood began. One after the other, the Imams followers laid down their lives. On the 10th of Muharram when all of his devotees had been killed, he went to his sick son Zain-ul-Abidin and handed over the charge of the office of Immamat to him. Then he went back to the battlefield. Swords and axes began falling on him and he lay wounded from head to toe. Later, when he died, his head was cut off from his body and taken to Yazids court. Posted by Ali Asad important to know Assalamo alaikum students and colleagues! this is to inform you people that i have moved from Pakistan to Beijing, China for job purposes. for the last month or so i could not open my website, so that is why i was unable to answer your queries on face book and website. face book is also banned here. i am trying hard to connect you through different proxies and hope i shall be able to connect you soon comprehensively. so hang on and i also hope that you people had a nice exams Regards Muhammad Ali Asad Syllabus and Paper Pattern Cambridge O Level Islamiyat Syllabus code All candidates take two written papers and answer in English. Both papers must be taken for the candidate to be awarded a grade. Paper 1 1 hours

Paper 1 contains 5 questions of which candidates must answer Question 1, Question 2 and two others.

1. Major themes of the Quran: Three passages will be set from the list in Appendix 1, of which candidates may choose any two. [8 marks] 2. The history and importance of the Quran: This question is usually set in more than one part, and requires an essay length answer. [14 marks] 3. The life and importance of the Prophet Muhammad: One or two questions are set, usually in more than one part, requiring essay length answers. [14 marks] 4. The first Islamic community: One or two questions are set, usually in more than one part, requiring essay length answers. [14 marks] Total mark = 50 . Paper 2 1 hours Paper 2 contains 5 questions of which candidates must answer Question 1, Question 2 and two others. 1. Major teachings of the Hadiths of the Prophet: Four passages are set from the list in Appendix 2, of which candidates may choose any two. [8 marks] 2. The history and importance of the Hadiths: This question is usually set in more than one part, and requires an essay length answer. [14 marks] 3. The period of rule of the Rightly Guided Caliphs and their importance as leaders; One or two questions are set, usually in more than one part, requiring essay length answers. [14 marks] 4. The Articles of Faith and the Pillars of Islam: One or two questions are set, usually in more than one part, requiring essay length answers. [14 marks] Total mark = 50. Posted by Ali Asad Hadis 1 - 5 Major Teachings of Ahadis Q. (a) Describe the main teachings contained in this hadis. [2+2]

(b)Explain how Muslims put these teachings into practice. [2+2] Hadis 1 'Religion is sincerity. We said: 'To whom? The Prophet [pbuh] said: 'To Allah, his book, his messenger, the leaders of the Muslims and to their common people. a) This hadis embraces all aspects of faith. Sincerity to Allah and His messenger means that ones heart should be cleansed from all impurities with regard to belief in Allah and the knowledge of his book must be spread and acquired as well as carried out faithfully. Holy Prophet [pbuh] must be loved with perfect sincerity of heart and should be obeyed and followed in all affairs of life. The leaders of rulers of Muslims must be provided with full support and co-operation but if they get detracted, they should be rightly advised. Then, fellow beings must be honored and their rights

should be uplifted and every possible service must be extended to them. b) Muslims must show sincerity to Allah by submitting their will to the will of Allah. they must acquire the knowledge of Holy Quran and spread it out in the society wherever possible. Similarly, the Sunnah of the Prophet [pbuh] must be sincerely practiced and considered as a guideline next to the Holy Quran. Full support must be extended towards the leaders of the Muslims in such a way that they must feel comfortable in ruling the state. The Holy Prophet said: ''Who so obeys my commander, obeys me and whoso disobeys the commander disobeys me.'' The same goes to the common people, any possible service or help possible should be extended towards them and their dignity should be preserved. Hadis 2 None of you believes until he wants for his brother what he wants for himself. a)This hadis emphasizes fraternity and brotherhood. Muslim brotherhood has been established by Allah Himself and therefore, it is binding upon all Muslims to be cooperative and kind to each other. The life of a Muslim revolves around the pillars of faith and cannot acquire perfection unless there is mutual love and co-operation among the believers. The words ' none of you believes ' do not imply a negation of faith. Rather, they suggest an imperfection of faith. b) if Muslims want to attain the true state of faith ,it is essential for them to be free from selfishness. They should be genuinely interested in the welfare of the welfare of their brothers and desire for them all the good things, advantages and benefits they desire for themselves and dislike for them all the conditions and circumstances they do not like for themselves. Holy Prophet [pbuh] said about superior faith: '' That you desire for others what you desire for yourself and do not desire for others what you do not desire for yourself.'' Hadis 3 Let him who believes in Allah and the Last Day either speak good or keep silent,and Let him who believes in Allah and the Last Day be generous to his neighbour,and let him who believes in Allah and the Last Day be generous to his guest. a) The messenger of Allah, in his saying, has laid down certain cardinal disciplines for a true believer. Unless belief expresses itself practically, it remains but a pretension. Teachings of the Holy Prophet pbuh aim at inculcating and developing the feelings of generosity and kindness in our day to day interaction with others. True belief is associated with kindness in attitude. According to several other sayings of the Holy Prophet, demonstration of true belief has to be practiced through action. b) A faithful believer ought to be a source of comfort to his neighbours and should project generosity and hospitality towards all human beings giving preference to other Muslim brethren. The Quran commands its followers to be kind and polite in speech. And speak kindly to mankind (2:83) Neighbors and guest are important components of the Muslim society and showing them generosity would strengthen the bonds of love and fraternity. Allah enjoins upon us in surah al-Maun, certain duties signifying the importance of being good to neighbors. Hadis 4 A man asked the messenger of Allah [pbuh] :Do you think that if i perform obligatory prayers, fast in Ramadan ,treat as lawful that which is lawful and treat as forbidden that which is forbidden and do nothing further, I shall enter paradise? He said: Yes.

a) Amongst the five pillars upon which Islam stands, after Shahadah, The two mentioned above are those which are obligatory for each and every Muslim. This hadith highlights the principles upon which is based eligibility for Paradise. We believe that without the establishment of Salah and observance of the Sawn, it is impossible to avoid Hellfire. Another thing that is mentioned is the adherence to the Halal and avoiding the Haram. If Islamic teachings are followed, i.e. only the lawful is acted upon and the prohibited is shunned, the path to Jannah becomes clear and sure. b) Salat and Sawm both aim at promoting self-discipline and complete submission to Allahs command. The Quran elaborates the objective of fasting in these words: O you who believe! Fasting has been prescribed to you so that you may learn self restraint (2:183) A Muslim is not merely ordered to pray individually, but to establish prayer, meaning to bond collectively with the community through the daily prayers and also through celebrating Ramadan. These together, prepare the believers to observe patience, perseverance and avoid Haram so as to achieve the objectives. Thus such a conduct in life would pave the way to Paradise. Hadis 5 Every persons every joint must perform a charity every day the sun comes up: to act justly between two people is a charity; to help a man with his mount, lifting him onto it or hoisting up his belongings onto it is a charity; every step you take to prayers is a charity; and removing a harmful thing from the road is a charity. a) Sadqa means any act of kindness towards fellow humans for the sake of achieving Allahs pleasure. All good deeds are charity and shall be rewarded by Allah. The Holy Prophet is stressing here that every one of us must perform good deeds each day. As in the examples given by the Holy Prophet, all joints and organs of the body working for goodness perform acts of charity; b) This hadith emphasizes that a Muslim must spend each day of his or her life doing acts of kindness. Charity, help and assistance in any form make the linchpin of the Islamic teachings. Such acts assume the status of Sadqah.The criterion of faith and the sign of a true believer is that he should try to do as much good as he can for his fellow beings. the Holy Prophet said that, '' Even a smile is a charity ''

Ayat Al Kursi - Quranic passage Ayat Al Kursi (2:255)

In the name of Allah, most Gracious, Most Merciful. Allah! There is no God but He, the Living, the Self-subsisting. Neither slumber nor sleep can seize Him. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth. Who will intercede with Him except by His Leave? He knows what is in front of them and what is behind them, While they encompass nothing of His Knowledge, except what He wills. His Throne extends over the heavens and the earth, And He is never weary of

preserving them. And He is the Sublime, the Supreme.

(I) The Main Theme(s) .Teachings .Lessons .Beliefs .Theme (II) The Presentation of the Theme .How does the Quran explain it .What examples etc it uses .How similar themes are mentioned in the HQ .Example from the Quran The Main Theme(s) 1. The main theme of this passage, which we know as the verse of the Throne, is the oneness of Allah, or tawhid 2. Allah is a being unlike any other beings because he knows everything and can do everything 3. Also He has neither parents nor children 4. Similarly Surah Ikhlas also states that He cannot be compared to anyone or anything 5. His throne signifies His absolute power over all as well as His absolute knowledge of everything.

The Presentation of the Theme This passage marks out the differences between Allah and His Creation It teaches us that Allah has no human weakness and limitations, such as sleep, limited knowledge and tiredness Allah never tires or sleeps, and His knowledge covers everything Even mans knowledge is only that which Allah grants Others Quranic verses similarly declare that He know the most concealed secrets Moreover, His throne which means kingdom is over all the heavens and the earth

He doesnt require any help or rest which proves His limitless power Thus this passage teaches the lowly position of humans before their Creator. Ahadis - Frequently asked Questions Frequently asked Questions Q.1 What is meant by main teachings of hadis? The candidate has to explain the hadis keeping in view what does this hadis say and demand from us. Main teaching includes Teaching Lessons Beliefs Q.2 How many Ahadis are set in the paper and how many to attempt? There are 4 Ahadis set in Question.1, paper 2 and the candidates have to attempt any two Ahadis. There are 20 Ahadis total in the syllabus which are further classified into two parts: i) individual responsibilities Sir Ali Asad Q.3 Can we give reference in (a) part of the question? Yes, you can give reference in part (a) Q.4 How should we attempt (b) part of the question? Part (b) question is totally understanding based and candidate has to answer it keeping in view how he will apply the main teachings of the hadis in his practical life. The candidate should be realist and positive in his approach while attempting this part. Q.5 Is it necessary to give reference in part (b)? Yes. Examiner is always looking for an answer of good understanding which also requires cross comparison or contrast. An appropriate reference or quote will definitely earn the candidate good score. Any example from the life of The Holy Prophet can also be given as reference. Q.6 How many references should be given? Minimum one and maximum two references should be given to make your answer worth scoring in the eyes of the examiner. Vague reference or reference given in isolation may not earn you any mark. Q.7 In specimen paper, each part of the question carries [4] marks while we are taught it as of [2] marks. Yes this is right. A candidate has to attempt two Ahadis out of four and the question is divided into two parts: (a) and (b). It means that the candidate has to attempt two (a) and two (b) parts. The examiner prefers to check both (a) parts together and both (b) parts together and he will award the marks out of [4]. So it is strongly recommended to the candidates to attempt both (a) parts together and both (b) parts together to facilitate the examiner in marking. Sir Ali Asad Q.8 What should be the length of the answer? There is no hard and fast rule for the prescribed length of the answer. Each part contains 2 marks and it should not be more than 5 lines: each line containing 8-10 words. Examiner will not mark the quantity but he is more inclined towards the quality of the work. ii) communal responsibilities