Pakistan International School, Jeddah

Cambridge Curriculum Section (CCS)

(Session 2024-25)

Second Term
Subject: Islamic Studies
Week 10
Grade 8
Hadith # 4-6
Objectives:
• To learn the teachings of the Hadith
• How to apply the teachings in our lives.
Hadith # 4
Explanation:
• The first obligation is to regularly offer Salat, for it is a means of communication between man and Allah,
his Creator and his Sustainer. In it, a person demonstrates his love and submissiveness to Allah, the
Sovereign Lord of the universe. It is the most important pillar.
The Holy Quran says: “Ah, woe unto worshippers who are heedless of their prayers”
• Observance of prescribed fasting for one month surely is another step which opens up the doors of
Paradise, for it is laid down in the Holy Quran that “Fasting is for Allah alone and He will certainly
compensate for it.”
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) highlighted its significance in these words:“Fasting is a shield against sins.’’
“In Paradise there are eight gates including a gate called Rayyan. None but those who fast will enter it.” •
• Islam has clearly laid down what is lawful and what is unlawful. When the moral principles are stated in
Islam as lawful or unlawful, they are designed to build in the human being a sound mind, a peaceful soul,
a strong personality and a healthy body. There can be no doubt that these are necessary requirements for
the general welfare and prosperity of mankind.
In the Holy Quran, it is stated about the Holy Prophet (PBUH) that: “He commands them what is just and

forbids them what is evil. He allows them as lawful what is good and prohibits them what is bad.” (7:157)
The verse makes it clear that in Islam whatever leads to the well-being of the individual or society is
morally good and, thereafter, lawful, and whatever is injurious either to individual or the society is morally

bad and, therefore, unlawful.

Teachings of the Hadith # 4
• This Hadith falls under the category of individual conduct.
• We learn from this Hadith that Islam is a very simple religion and to gain Allah’s pleasure
and to reach paradise, one must simply follow the basic principles of Islam.
• The Qur’an says, “Allah intends for you ease, and He does not want to make things difficult
for you”.
• Fulfilling the rights of Allah by performing prayers and observing fasts and have the
knowledge of religion for adopting good and eradicating evil is obligatory on every Muslim.
• Prayer and fasting are the 2 Pillars of Islam that keep a believer’s faith intact.
• Allah has laid down clear rules about what is lawful and unlawful, and He expects man to be
obedient to Him. By following these rules, we can gain Allah’s pleasure and His mercy and
thus enter paradise, and this is what the Prophet ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬confirmed.
• Allah (SWT) says“Avoid what I have forbidden you to do, and do your utmost what I have
ordered you to do.”
• Only Salah and Sawm are mentioned in the Hadith because Zakat and Hajj are only Farz on
those who are able to perform them.
How can Muslims apply these teachings into action?
• Muslims today should perform all their religious and social obligations with sincerity and devotion
• Muslims can acquire paradise by being obedient to Allah and His Messenger ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‬. .
• Muslims besides following the Pillars of Islam, must be conscious of what is allowed and not allowed in
Islam e.g. they should be fair in trading and not take interest, eat only Halal food and stay away from
alcohol, etc.
• They need to understand the importance of praying and fasting as the Pillars of Islam.
• As the Prophet‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬said, “He who deliberately missed a prayer has indeed
disbelieved.” And also: "The difference between a believer and non-believer is his prayer".
• During Prophet’s ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬lifetime when Azan was announced, all worldly activities were
suspended. If one performs the five obligatory prayers in congregation and during the appropriate time
period, it brings him closer to Allah.
• Fasting in the month of Ramadan or on Mondays and Thursdays teaches Muslims empathy and puts them
in the shoes of those who are not able to feed themselves. It also teaches Muslims that if they can refrain
from food and water from dawn till dusk, surely they can refrain from committing bad deeds.
• Both the Pillars develop piety and self-restraint. “Fasting is a shield and protection from the fire and from
committing sins”.
• A Muslim can bring discipline in his life and be righteous by praying and fasting in the prescribed manner;
just by following the practices of Prophet ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‬, he will be rewarded on the Day of
Judgement.
• Other bad deeds such as cheating, theft, lying are all deeds that breach the peace of society and hinder
success in the Hereafter. And to completely understand what is allowed and what is not one must refer to
Hadith # 5
Explanation:
• Each and every Muslim must try to do the maximum good to his fellow-beings.
• For doing good to others, possession of wealth and resources is neither the prerequisite nor the sole criterion.
• Even small things like helping people to mount their means of conveyance or carrying their belongings, going
to the mosque to pray or to remove a harmful thing from the road also are acts of charity which cement and
strengthen human bond.
• There are three hundred and sixty joints in a human body. It is these joints which enable him to work and
make all kinds of movements. If a man’s body did not have these joints, it would have been impossible for
him to sit, stand, move and make use of different organs of his body. Thus every joint is a blessing for which
one must express gratitude to Allah. It is yet another Blessing of Allah that he has also told man a very easy
way of thanksgiving which can be practiced even by the poorest man in the world.
• As every joint in a person’s body is independently vital as well as inter-connected at the same time, so ought
to be all the Muslims, caring and doing good deeds and actions that strengthen not only their own selves but
also benefit the people at large.
• The Holy Quran has clearly laid down that righteous conduct followed by belief in Allah shall surely lead a
person to Paradise: “Those who believe and work righteousness, joy is for them and a blissful place of (final)
return.” (13:29)
• Worship includes numerous things that many people mistakenly deem insignificant or less important. The
Holy Prophet (PBUH) says: “To put a piece of food in your spouse’s mouth is an act of charity.” (Al-
Bukhari)
• “Every act of goodness is in fact an act of charity.” (Al-Bukahri)
Teachings of the Hadith # 5
• This Hadith teaches us about our conduct within our community.
• We come to know from this Hadith that charity is an obligation on every believer.
• It gives us a broader concept of charity by telling us that it is not confined to
spending wealth, rather every act of piety is regarded as a charity, therefore even a
Muslim who is not well-off can perform it.
• The Holy Prophet ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬said, “Every good deed is a charity”. It
teaches us that charity is an act of showing concern for others and helping them by
all means, this ensures that every person contributes towards the betterment of
society. Moreover, it tells us that Allah is very kind to his believers therefore, he
gives them ease.
• The fact that all body parts in a human being function properly is only by God's
will, this Hadith asks Muslims to ponder upon this and be humble.
• Thankfulness towards Allah can be reflected in the way that one is helpful and
kind towards others without any regard to their ethnicity, race, or religion.
• Even though charity is compulsory for us, we are not burdened by complicated
ways in which it can be performed.
• Simple acts done with the intention of helping others also account for charity, Holy
Prophet ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬said: “Even a smile is a charity.” Charity in these
forms and instils in Muslims the urge to be helpful towards others
How can Muslims apply these teachings into action?
• Muslims today should perform all their actions with the intention of benefitting others.
They should also fulfill the rights of Allah by performing their religious obligations
which include their social responsibilities
• Feeding the hungry, settling disputes, greeting people with a smile, spreading
knowledge, helping the elderly and the blind cross roads, giving good advice, or
otherwise staying silent are all examples of how Muslims can play a positive role in
the
lives of many and gain reward.
• Even the smallest deeds must be given importance as they may carry the greatest
reward. Prophet‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬said, “The best among people is the one who is a
source of benefit for the people”.
• Prophet ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬was kind and helpful, even towards his enemies.
• A form of charity was when he helped the old woman (during her sickness) who pelted
him with rubbish regularly, on his way to prayer.
• Examples of charitable behavior are seen throughout the Prophet ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‬
and his companions’ lives.
• The Prophet ‫ صلى الله عليه وسلم‬supported orphans and helped the poor, he also
shared his meals with his guests.
• Similarly, a Muslim should live his everyday life in a way that is helpful towards
others. It would not only bring him happiness and peace of heart but also relieve him
of calamities. “Give charity without delay, for it stands in the way of calamity .”
Complete Q/A Hadith # 4-5 (C.W/ H.W)
Q1
(a)Describe the teachings about what Muslims believe.
(b)Explain how Muslims can put these teachings into action.
Thank you