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Islamic Studies (Aqidah, Fiqh, Seerah, Hadith & Tafsir)
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This course offers a well-structured and deeply enriching study of the core Islamic sciences — including Aqidah (Creed), Fiqh (Jurisprudence), Seerah (Prophetic Biography), Hadith (Prophetic Traditions), and Tafsir (Qur’anic Exegesis).
It provides learners with a holistic understanding of Islam’s beliefs, laws, and moral teachings, combining authentic knowledge from trusted sources with practical daily applications.
Through interactive live sessions, students will explore how faith, worship, and character are interconnected within Islam, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the beauty and balance of the Islamic way of life.
Each topic is presented in a gradual, clear, and academic manner — suitable for Arabic-speaking students who wish to build a strong Islamic foundation.
📚 Course Content:
Unit 1 – Introduction to Islamic Knowledge:
Definition and branches of Islamic sciences.
The importance of seeking knowledge in Islam.
Etiquettes (Adab) of the student of knowledge.
Unit 2 – Aqidah (Islamic Creed):
The pillars of faith (Iman) and their meanings.
Understanding Tawheed (Oneness of Allah) and its categories.
The unseen world: Angels, Prophets, the Hereafter.
Common misconceptions and clarifications.
Unit 3 – Fiqh (Jurisprudence):
The meaning and sources of Fiqh.
Purification (Taharah) and prayer (Salah): rules and application.
Basic rulings of fasting (Sawm), charity (Zakah), and pilgrimage (Hajj).
Everyday Fiqh: ethics of earning, family, and conduct.
Unit 4 – Seerah (Prophetic Biography):
The life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ from birth to prophethood.
Key events: Revelation, Hijrah, major battles, and treaties.
The Prophet’s character, mercy, and leadership.
Lessons and morals derived from his life.
Unit 5 – Hadith Studies:
Definition and importance of Hadith.
Classification of Hadith: Sahih, Hasan, Da’if.
Introduction to major Hadith collections (e.g., Bukhari, Muslim).
Study of selected authentic Hadiths and their meanings.
Practical implementation of Hadith in daily life.
Unit 6 – Tafsir (Qur’anic Interpretation):
Understanding the science of Tafsir and its principles.
Major classical Tafsir references and scholars.
Study of selected short surahs with linguistic and spiritual reflection.
Applying Tafsir lessons to contemporary life.
Unit 7 – Contemporary Application:
How to live Islam in modern times.
Balancing faith, family, and society.
Dawah and representing Islam with wisdom and character.
Unit 8 – Final Review & Assessment:
Comprehensive review and discussion.
Oral and written evaluation.
🎓 Learning Objectives:
Build a strong foundation in Islamic belief, practice, and spirituality.
Understand the essentials of Fiqh and daily worship.
Appreciate the life and teachings of the Prophet ﷺ.
Develop a connection with the Qur’an through Tafsir.
Learn to apply authentic Hadiths in personal and social life.
Strengthen Islamic identity and moral values.
👥 Target Audience:
Non Arabic-speaking learners seeking structured Islamic education.
Beginners and intermediate students of Islamic knowledge.
Adults or youth who want to strengthen their understanding of Islam.
Anyone interested in combining theory with practical application.
💡 Prerequisites:
Basic understanding of Arabic and Qur’anic reading.
No prior Islamic study background required.
💬 Teaching Methodology:
Interactive live sessions with expert scholars.
Visual presentations and simplified notes.
Class discussions, reflection tasks, and student Q&A.
Practical case studies from daily life.
🧾 Assessment & Certification:
Weekly reflection assignments (30%).
Mid-course quiz and participation (30%).
Final oral and written assessment (40%).
Certificate of Completion from NUTQ Academy upon passing.
📩 Support & Policy:
Direct communication with instructors for questions and guidance.
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The Grade 1 book consists of 30 lessons, each focusing on fundamental Islamic beliefs, worship, manners, and prophetic stories. Below is a detailed breakdown of what every chapter teaches and how the student will benefit.
CHAPTER-BY-CHAPTER CONTENT SUMMARY
1. Allah is One (Al-Ahad)
Students learn that:
Allah is One with no parents, children, wife, or partner.
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Allah does not need food, drink, sleep, or rest.
Allah is Perfect and Self-Sufficient, unlike humans.
Skills gained: Strong early tawheed foundation.
2. Allah is the Creator (Al-Khaaliq)
Teaches that:
Allah created everything from nothing: sky, earth, mountains, oceans, plants, animals, humans.
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Only Allah can create; humans only build using what Allah created.
Students repeat the dhikr: Al-hamdulillaahi Rabbil-‘Aalameen.
Skills gained: Recognizing Allah’s creation and gratitude.
3. Allah is the Giver of Life
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Students learn:
Allah gives life and death.
Everything living depends on Allah.
Skills gained: Understanding Allah’s power and control.
4. Allah is All-Hearing
Students learn:
Allah hears everything, even whispers.
Nothing is hidden from Him.
Skills gained: Awareness and mindfulness of actions.
5. Iman – The Faith of a Muslim
Defines Iman as:
Belief in Allah
Angels
Books
Prophets
Last Day
Divine Decree
Skills gained: Memorizing the pillars of faith.
6. The Messengers of Allah
Students learn:
Allah sends angels to deliver messages to prophets.
The first prophet: Adam.
The last prophet: Muhammad ﷺ.
List of other prophets like Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa, Yusuf, etc.
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Skills gained: Understanding prophetic guidance and history.
7. The Angels
Students learn:
Angels are created from light and always obey Allah.
Jibreel brings revelation.
Every person has two angels writing their deeds.
Names like Jibreel, Mikaa’eel, Israafeel.
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Skills gained: Belief in unseen creation.
8. The Books of Allah
Students learn the 5 revealed books:
Suhuf – Ibrahim
Zaboor – Dawood
Tawraah – Musa
Injeel – Isa
Qur’an – Muhammad ﷺ
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Also:
All previous books were changed except the Qur’an.
Qur’an is protected and final.
Skills gained: Understanding divine revelation.
9. In the Name of Allah (Bismillah)
Teaches:
Bismillah should be said before any good action: eating, sleeping, entering/exiting home, wudhu, etc.
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Skills gained: Habit of dhikr and starting actions with Allah’s name.
10. The Five Pillars of Islam
Students learn:
Shahadah
Salah
Zakah
Sawm
Hajj
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Skills gained: Memorizing the pillars and their meanings.
11. Al-Masjid
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Teaches:
What a mosque is
How to behave inside
Respect for the house of Allah
Skills gained: Mosque etiquette.
12. Al-Adhan
Detailed meaning of each phrase in the Adhan:
Hayya ‘ala-s-salah, hayya ‘ala-l-falaah, etc.
Teaches:
The Mu’adhdhin calls the prayer
Muslims prepare for Salah when hearing the Adhan
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Skills gained: Understanding the call to prayer.
13. How Do I Perform Wudhu?
Step-by-step instructions:
Intention
Bismillah
Washing hands
Mouth, nose, face
Arms, head, ears, feet
Ending with Shahadah
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Skills gained: Practical purification for Salah.
14. The Five Daily Prayers
Students learn:
The names and number of raka’ahs for each prayer.
How prayer begins with Allahu Akbar.
What a raka’ah includes.
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Skills gained: Understanding daily worship.
15–18. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Life Story 1–4)
Covers:
Birth in Makkah
Childhood and early years
Halimah As-Sa’diyyah taking care of him
Death of his parents
His kindness, honesty, bravery
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Skills gained: Love for the Prophet and learning from his character.
19. The Prophet’s Kindness (1)
Story of the Bedouin who threatened him — the Prophet forgave him.
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Skills gained: Mercy, courage, forgiveness.
20. The Prophet’s Kindness (2)
Story of the man who drank milk of six goats — the Prophet kept serving him.
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Skills gained: Generosity, hospitality.
21. Some Surahs of the Qur’an
Students memorize:
Surah Al-Falaq
Surah An-Naas
Surah Al-Ikhlaas
Surah Al-Kawthar
Others included in the pages
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Skills gained: Early Qur’an memorization.
22. Dhikr and Du’aa
Students learn:
Definition of Dhikr
Definition of Du’aa
Du’aas for toilet, wudhu, finishing prayer, reciting Qur’an, etc.
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Skills gained: Daily remembrance and supplication.
23. Using the Right Hand
Teaches:
Sunnah of using right hand for eating, drinking, giving, receiving.
Skills gained: Manners and Sunnah practice.
24. Etiquette of Using the Toilet
Du’aas and behavior:
Entering and exiting
Not facing Qiblah
Cleanliness
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Skills gained: Purity and personal hygiene.
25. Etiquette of Eating and Drinking
Very detailed instructions:
Wash hands
Sit properly
Begin with Bismillah
Eat with right hand
Small bites
Don’t blow on food
Don’t talk with mouth full
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Skills gained: Table manners according to Sunnah.
26. Etiquette of Going Out
Students learn:
Du’aa for leaving home
Safety, manners, politeness
Skills gained: Social behavior and safety.
27. Etiquette of Sleeping
Students learn:
Sleep du’aa
Sleeping on right side
Ending the day with dhikr
Skills gained: Night routine based on Sunnah.
28. Kindness to Parents
Students learn:
Respect
Obedience
Speaking politely
Helping parents
Skills gained: Islamic family values.
29. Everyday Courtesies
Teaches:
Greetings
Politeness
Sharing
Saying please/thank you
Skills gained: Islamic social etiquette.
30. General Manners
Covers:
Cleanliness
Personal hygiene
Respect for environment
Using water wisely
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Skills gained: Character building and responsibility.
📘 Introduction
Islamic Studies – Grade 2 builds on the foundations laid in Grade 1 and introduces students to deeper concepts in faith, worship, manners, and prophetic stories. Each lesson is designed to strengthen the student’s understanding of Islam while shaping character, behavior, and spiritual awareness.
The book focuses on practical Islam — what the child believes, how they worship, and how they behave — all delivered through engaging stories, simple explanations, activities, and authentic Islamic teachings.
🕌 FULL LESSON-BY-LESSON EXPANDED BREAKDOWN
CHAPTER 1 – Belief in Allah
1. Allah is the Creator of Everything
Students learn that Allah created every creature, every color, every sound, and every natural phenomenon. The lesson expands into:
Observing Allah’s creation around us
Understanding the difference between creating and shaping
Recognizing Allah’s power through nature
Skills gained: gratitude, observation, tawheed, reflection.
2. Allah Alone Knows Everything
This lesson teaches:
Allah’s perfect knowledge of the unseen and the future
Allah knows our feelings, thoughts, and intentions
Nothing escapes His knowledge
Skills gained: honesty, mindfulness, taqwa.
3. Allah Sees Everything
Students learn that Allah’s sight covers the smallest and largest of things:
The movement of an ant
The stars in the sky
Human actions in public and private
Skills gained: awareness, responsible behavior, sincerity.
4. Allah is Kind to His Creatures
A gentle lesson teaching:
Mercy of Allah
Allah’s blessings in food, health, family
How Allah cares for animals, plants, and humans
Skills gained: gratitude, empathy, appreciation.
CHAPTER 2 – Belief in Prophets
5. What is a Prophet?
Expanded explanation of:
Who prophets are
Why Allah sends them
Their mission to teach people goodness
Their perfect honesty and reliability
Skills gained: respect, understanding divine guidance.
6. Some Prophets of Allah
An extended overview of:
Adam, Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa, and Muhammad ﷺ
Their main contributions
Their role in guiding humanity
Skills gained: historical awareness, love for the prophets.
7. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – The Final Messenger
Explains:
His noble character
His lifelong mission
Why he is the last prophet
His message for all humanity
Skills gained: love of the Prophet, following Sunnah.
CHAPTER 3 – Worship & Islamic Practices
8. The Qur’an – Allah’s Final Book
Students learn:
What the Qur’an is
Why it was revealed
How it guides Muslims
How to respect and recite it properly
Skills gained: reverence for Qur’an, spiritual connection.
9. Surah Al-Fatihah
A detailed explanation of:
The meanings of each verse
Why Al-Fatihah is “The Opening”
Why Muslims recite it in every prayer
Skills gained: understanding Qur’anic vocabulary.
10. Wudhu – Preparing for Prayer
Expanded lesson including:
Spiritual meaning of wudhu
How purification cleans the heart
Proper sequence and common mistakes
Skills gained: discipline, ritual purity, responsibility.
11. How Muslims Pray
Students explore:
Structure of a prayer
Sujood, ruku’, tashahhud explained simply
Importance of praying on time
Skills gained: worship awareness, routine building.
12. The Five Daily Prayers
Detailed explanation of:
Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha
Why each prayer is special
How prayer connects us to Allah daily
Skills gained: time management, spiritual discipline.
CHAPTER 4 – The Prophet’s Life
13. Early Life of Muhammad ﷺ
Covers:
Birth in Makkah
His noble family
Early signs of his honesty and goodness
Skills gained: love for the Prophet, moral imitation.
14. Youth of Muhammad ﷺ
Focuses on:
His work as a shepherd
His reputation for trustworthiness
Lessons from his early adulthood
Skills gained: responsibility, work ethic.
15. The Prophet’s Family
Students learn:
Khadijah
His children
His kind treatment of family members
Skills gained: family respect, emotional intelligence.
16. Good Manners of the Prophet ﷺ
Deep look into:
His kindness
His smile
His mercy toward animals
His patience
Skills gained: character development, empathy.
CHAPTER 5 – Manners & Daily Life
17. Cleanliness in Islam
Expanded:
Why cleanliness is half of faith
Clean body, clothes, environment
Islamic hygiene habits
Skills gained: personal responsibility, organization.
18. Eating & Drinking Etiquette
Students learn:
Sunnahs of eating
Avoiding waste
Proper table manners
Skills gained: social etiquette, gratitude.
19. Speaking Kindly
The importance of:
Truthfulness
Avoiding gossip
Speaking to parents and elders politely
Skills gained: communication, emotional control.
20. Manners with Neighbors
Teaches:
Helping those living nearby
Respecting their rights
Being a positive member of the community
Skills gained: social awareness, kindness.
21. Islamic Greetings
Expanded meaning of:
“As-salaamu ‘alaykum”
Bringing peace to others
Returning greetings properly
Skills gained: diplomacy, respect, connection.
22. Visiting the Sick
Students learn:
Why this act is rewarded
What to say when visiting
How kindness comforts others
Skills gained: empathy, compassion.
23. Manners in the Mosque
Teaches:
Respect for Allah’s house
Quietness during prayer
Proper behavior inside
Skills gained: discipline, reverence.
24. Caring for the Environment
Students explore:
Keeping the world clean
Saving water
Not harming animals
Planting trees
Skills gained: environmental awareness, responsibility.
CHAPTER 6 – Islamic Character Building
25. Being Helpful
Expanded:
Holding the door
Sharing
Helping parents
Taking initiative
Skills gained: leadership, teamwork.
26. Being Thankful
Students learn:
How to thank Allah
How to show gratitude to people
Recognizing blessings daily
Skills gained: positivity, mindfulness.
27. Being Patient
Explains:
Patience when things are difficult
Patience with siblings
How Allah rewards the patient
Skills gained: emotional stability, self-control.
28. Speaking the Truth
Teaches:
The value of honesty
How lies harm relationships
Examples from the Prophet ﷺ
Skills gained: integrity, accountability.
29. Respecting Parents
Expanded:
Ways to show love
Listening and obeying
Helping them daily
Skills gained: family harmony, love, respect.
30. Being a Good Muslim Everywhere
A concluding lesson teaching:
Muslim character at home
At school
With friends
Online and in public
Skills gained: consistent behavior, identity building.
This book is a comprehensive Islamic studies curriculum designed for young learners. It combines Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah, Manners, and Stories of the Prophets, presented in simple language with exercises that reinforce understanding and build strong Islamic identity.
Below is a refined and improved description of every chapter, including learning objectives, benefits, and values gained.
1. The Call to Prayer (Adhān)
A detailed introduction to the Adhān, its wording, meaning, and the role of the mu’adh-dhin.
Benefits & Learning Outcomes:
Memorizing the Adhān with correct meaning.
Understanding the spiritual importance of prayer times.
Training children to respond properly to the Adhān.
2. Al-Iqāmah
Explains the second call signaling that prayer is about to begin, with comparisons to the Adhān.
Benefits:
Proper recitation of the Iqāmah.
Recognizing the transition from preparation to actual performance of prayer.
3. Lying, Gossiping & Backbiting
Teaches harmful speech and Islamic manners of the tongue.
Benefits:
Building honesty and integrity.
Avoiding common sins among children (lying, teasing, gossip).
Developing emotional and social awareness.
4. The Prayer (Ṣalāh)
A foundational chapter highlighting the status, virtues, and daily importance of the five prayers.
Benefits:
Understanding prayer as the second pillar of Islam.
Learning prophetic narrations about prayer’s rewards.
Encouraging consistency and love for worship.
5. Zakāh – The Purifying Dues
Explains what Zakah is, who pays it, and how it purifies wealth.
Benefits:
Teaching generosity and compassion.
Understanding financial responsibility in Islam.
Learning social justice and caring for the poor.
6–7. Fasting (Ramadan)
Two chapters explaining the meaning, purpose, rules, and etiquette of fasting.
Benefits:
Learning the spiritual goals of fasting (self-discipline, piety).
Knowing what breaks the fast and proper behavior while fasting.
Developing empathy for the poor.
8. Hajj – The Pilgrimage
Introduces the rites, meaning, and significance of the fifth pillar of Islam.
Benefits:
Understanding unity of Muslims worldwide.
Appreciating sacrifice and devotion.
9. Prophet Adam (AS)
Covers his creation, story, and the lessons related to repentance.
Benefits:
Understanding human origins.
Learning the importance of obedience and seeking forgiveness.
10. Khadījah (RA)
A biography of the first believer and the Prophet’s loyal wife.
Benefits:
Learning values of loyalty, wisdom, generosity, and support.
Highlighting the role of women in Islam.
11. Prophet Ibrāhīm (AS)
His rejection of idol worship and his debates with his people.
Benefits:
Developing strong belief in Tawheed.
Encouraging courage to speak the truth.
12. Prophet Ismā‘īl (AS)
His birth, patience, obedience, and role in building the Ka’bah.
Benefits:
Lessons in sacrifice and trust in Allah.
Respecting family bonds and parental obedience.
13. Prophet Ishāq (AS)
The miraculous glad tidings of his birth and his noble lineage.
Benefits:
Learning Allah’s mercy.
Appreciating the blessing of prophetic families.
14. Pure Water
Explains the importance of water, types of pure water, and Zamzam.
Benefits:
Understanding purity in Islam.
Learning how pure water is used for worship (wudhu, bathing).
15. Cleanliness
Covers what is considered impure and methods of cleaning using water.
Benefits:
Teaching children practical hygiene.
Understanding the Islamic link between faith and cleanliness.
16. Tahārah (Purity)
Defines ritual purity and what breaks it.
Benefits:
Learning spiritual cleanliness.
Preparing students for prayer properly.
17. Wudhu
An introduction to the concept of ablution.
Benefits:
Understanding the purpose of wudhu as preparation for prayer.
18. How to Perform Wudhu
Step-by-step guide to washing each limb correctly.
Benefits:
Enabling students to perform proper wudhu independently.
Correcting common mistakes.
19–23. The Biography of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Parts 1–5)
Five chapters covering:
His early life
His solitude and spiritual preparation
The first revelation
Support from Khadījah and Waraqah
Stories such as the adoption of Zayd
Benefits:
Learning the Prophet’s character, patience, and leadership.
Developing love and connection to the Seerah.
Understanding how revelation began and Islam developed.
24. Ali ibn Abi Tālib (RA)
His early life with the Prophet, his acceptance of Islam, and his family role.
Benefits:
Learning from his bravery and closeness to the Prophet.
Encouraging early commitment to Islam.
25. Ja‘far ibn Abi Tālib (RA)
His bravery, martyrdom, and the Prophet calling him “The Two-Winged One.”
Benefits:
Teaching courage, sacrifice, and reward in the hereafter.
🎓 Summary of Overall Educational Goals of the Book
By the end of the book, students will:
🕌 Faith & Belief Skills
Understand the pillars of Islam and core beliefs.
Strengthen their relationship with Allah.
🌱 Manners & Character
Develop honesty, respect, kindness, and self-control.
Learn Islamic etiquette of speech and behavior.
🧼 Practical Worship Skills
Master wudhu, purity rules, and basic fiqh of prayer, fasting, and zakah.
📖 Seerah & Prophets
Learn inspiring stories of the prophets and lessons from their lives.
🤝 Social & Emotional Benefits
Empathy, gratitude, responsibility, and respect for others.
📘 Introduction
This Islamic Studies level is designed to build a strong spiritual, moral, and practical foundation for students. The book combines essential teachings of worship, manners, and stories of the Prophets in a structured and engaging way. Each lesson aims not only to deliver information but also to shape character, strengthen belief, and develop meaningful life skills rooted in Islamic values.
Through detailed explanations of purification and prayer, inspiring stories of patience and courage, and practical lessons in manners and faith, students gradually grow into confident young Muslims who understand their religion with clarity and practice it with love.
This curriculum does more than teach—
it nurtures behavior, builds identity, and connects the learner to Allah through knowledge, practice, and character.
🔷 1. Ablution (Wudhu)
What the lesson covers:
Definition of Wudhu
When Wudhu becomes obligatory
Why Muslims must purify before prayer
Spiritual symbolism of washing limbs
Connection between physical and spiritual cleanliness
Educational Benefits:
Understanding that purity is a condition for worship.
Recognizing the meaning behind each action (mouth = words, hands = deeds…).
Training students to relate cleanliness with Allah’s nearness.
Skills Developed:
Identifying times when Wudhu is required.
Preparing mentally and physically for salah.
🔷 2. How to Perform Wudhu (Step-by-Step)
What the lesson covers:
All steps of ablution in order
Sunnah actions vs. obligatory ones
Mistakes that invalidate Wudhu
Counting actions (3 times washing)
Rubbing limbs properly
Educational Benefits:
Accurate physical practice of worship.
Understanding prophetic order of purification.
Gaining discipline through following precise steps.
Skills Developed:
Ability to perform Wudhu independently.
Recognizing invalid practices (like skipping limbs).
🔷 3. Dry Ablution (Tayammum)
What the lesson covers:
Meaning and purpose of Tayammum
Situations when water is unavailable or harmful
Using clean soil
Steps of Tayammum: striking, wiping face & arms
Benefits:
Showing Islam’s flexibility and mercy.
Teaching problem-solving in worship.
Skills:
Performing Tayammum correctly.
Differentiating between Wudhu and Tayammum contexts.
🔷 4. Things That Invalidate Purification
What the lesson covers:
Acts that break Wudhu (urine, gas, deep sleep…)
Distinguishing between major and minor impurity
Necessity of re-purification for prayer
Benefits:
Teaching awareness and responsibility.
Reinforcing respect for the conditions of prayer.
Skills:
Recognizing when Wudhu must be renewed.
Maintaining personal cleanliness.
🔷 5. The Prayer (Salah)
What the lesson covers:
The central role of prayer in a Muslim’s life
Why Allah made 5 prayers
Rewards of prayer
Maintaining prayer even when tired or busy
Benefits:
Building emotional attachment to prayer.
Understanding salah as comfort, not burden.
Skills:
Prioritizing worship in daily life.
Self-discipline and time awareness.
🔷 6. How to Perform the Prayer (Positions & Actions)
What the lesson includes:
Standing, bowing, prostration, sitting
Meanings of each posture
Connection between body movement and humility
Respect inside prayer (no laughing, turning, playing)
Benefits:
Seeing salah as a full-body act of devotion.
Training humility and focus.
Skills:
Proper execution of all movements.
Avoiding distractions.
🔷 7. The Five Daily Prayers (Details & Rak‘at)
What the lesson covers:
Names of prayers
Rak‘āt of each prayer
Exact timings (start and end)
Meaning of “Fard”, “Sunnah”, “Witr”
Benefits:
Teaching daily Islamic structure.
Making students aware of time as a valuable resource.
Skills:
Calculating prayer times.
Memorizing rak‘āt structure.
🔷 8. The Mosque
What the lesson covers:
Role of mosque in the Muslim community
Etiquettes: removing shoes, entering with right foot, greeting mosque
Respecting the sanctity of the place
Benefits:
Building respect and reverence for sacred spaces.
Skills:
Proper behavior in masjid.
Social interaction with worshippers.
🔷 9. Friday Prayer (Jumu‘ah)
What the lesson includes:
Importance of Friday
Listening to the khutbah
Sunnah acts: bathing, wearing perfume, arriving early
Prohibition of talking during khutbah
Benefits:
Instilling community identity.
Love for Friday prayer.
Skills:
Following etiquettes properly.
🔷 10. Prophet Ya‘qub (Jacob) عليه السلام
What the lesson covers:
His extreme patience
His love for his sons
His reliance on Allah in hardship
The emotional story of Yusuf’s disappearance
Benefits:
Teaching emotional resilience.
Understanding family bonds.
Skills:
Managing sadness and staying hopeful.
🔷 11. Prophet Musa (Moses) عليه السلام
What the lesson covers:
His early life (Palace of Pharaoh → escape → prophethood)
His bravery in confronting tyranny
Lessons of courage and trust
Benefits:
Inspiring leadership and bravery.
Standing for truth.
🔷 12. Prophet Ayyub (Job) عليه السلام
What the lesson covers:
Severe illness and loss
His complete patience with Allah’s decree
Allah’s reward after hardship
Benefits:
Teaching gratitude during difficulty.
Understanding the test of faith.
🔷 13. Prophet Shu‘ayb عليه السلام
What the lesson covers:
His people’s dishonesty in trade
His call to fairness and honesty
Destruction due to corruption
Benefits:
Teaching business ethics from a young age.
Understanding justice.
🔷 14. Prophet Yunus (Jonah) عليه السلام
What the lesson covers:
His departure from his people
Being swallowed by the whale
His repentance and dua
Allah’s rescue
Benefits:
Teaching repentance after mistakes.
Hope even in darkest situations.
🔷 15. Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) عليه السلام
What the lesson includes:
His beauty, dreams, betrayal by brothers
His patience in trials
His refusal of temptation
His forgiveness at the end
Benefits:
Teaching self-control, purity, and forgiveness.
🔷 16. Luqman the Wise
Content:
Advice to his son: Tawheed, avoiding shirk
Respecting parents
Humility in walking and speech
Moderation
Benefits:
Teaching moral values suitable for daily life.
🔷 17. Prophet Sulayman & the Ants
Content:
The ant’s warning to her colony
Sulayman’s understanding of animals
His gratitude to Allah
Benefits:
Teaching mercy toward animals.
Appreciating Allah’s gifts.
🔷 18. Arrogance – The Story of Qarun
Content:
Qarun’s wealth and extreme pride
His arrogance toward his people
Allah causing the earth to swallow him
Benefits:
Teaching humility.
Warning against pride and greed.
🔷 19. Islamic Manners
Content:
Greeting others
Speaking kindly
Helping parents
Cleanliness
Respect for neighbors
Benefits:
Building a complete Islamic personality.
🔷 20. Tawakkul – Reliance on Allah
Content:
Making effort + trusting Allah in results
Stories showing Allah’s protection
Benefits:
Emotional security.
Reduced anxiety through faith.
Strengthened resilience.
🔷 21. The People of Saba’
Content:
Their blessings and wealth
Their ingratitude
The flood that destroyed them
Benefits:
Lesson in gratitude.
Understanding consequences of neglecting blessings.
🔷 22. Prophet Uzayr (Ezra) عليه السلام
Content:
His questioning of resurrection
Allah making him die 100 years then reviving him
The revival of his donkey
Proof of Allah’s power
Benefits:
Strengthening belief in life after death.
Deepening understanding of Allah’s absolute power.
🎓 COMPLETE LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE BOOK
A) Worship Mastery
Performs Wudhu, Tayammum, and Salah accurately.
Understands mosque and Friday etiquette.
B) Character Development
Honesty, patience, humility, kindness, gratitude, respect.
Emotional maturity: dealing with sadness, fear, loss.
C) Faith & Aqeedah
Stronger belief in Allah’s power, mercy, resurrection, and Qadar.
Lessons from prophets applied to real life.
D) Social & Behavioral Skills
Teamwork, community belonging, respect for rules, discipline.
This level of the Islamic Studies curriculum is designed to strengthen students’ understanding of faith, develop strong moral character, and build a deep connection with the life of the Prophet and the teachings of the Qur’an. The book integrates belief, worship, manners, seerah, and Qur’anic stories into a structured learning path that challenges students intellectually while nurturing their spiritual growth.
Each unit offers a rich combination of knowledge, reflection, and practice. Students not only learn essential Islamic concepts but also develop the ability to reason, apply values to real-life situations, and make responsible choices. The curriculum emphasizes discipline in worship, clarity in belief, excellence in character, and a firm understanding of Islamic history and identity.
By the end of this book, students are expected to demonstrate stronger faith, greater emotional maturity, improved worship practices, and a deeper appreciation of the Prophets, the Qur’an, and the early generations of Muslims.
This book aims not only to educate — but to shape hearts, refine character, and build future Muslims who live by knowledge and faith.
📚 UNIT 1: Belief in Allah (Tawheed)
Unit Overview
This unit provides a comprehensive foundation in the oneness of Allah. Students explore who Allah is, His attributes, and how His presence and power are reflected in the universe. It establishes a strong intellectual and spiritual connection between the learner and the Creator.
Detailed Content
Understanding Allah as the only true deity
The purpose of human creation
Evidence of Allah’s power in the natural world
Differentiating between Creator and creation
Why worship must be directed only to Allah
Introduction to major attributes: knowledge, power, will, wisdom, mercy
Learning Outcomes
Students articulate the meaning of Tawheed clearly
Students recognize manifestations of Allah’s wisdom around them
Students begin to internalize gratitude and humility
Values Developed
Awareness of blessings
Submission to Allah
Moral responsibility
📚 UNIT 2: Belief in the Angels
Unit Overview
This unit introduces the creation of angels, their unseen nature, and their functions as servants of Allah.
Detailed Content
Nature of angels and what they are created from
Major angels and their responsibilities
The presence of guardian angels
Angels who record deeds
How belief in angels influences behavior
Learning Outcomes
Students identify the major angels by name and role
Students understand moral accountability through the recording of deeds
Values Developed
Honesty
Self-monitoring
Respect for the unseen world
📚 UNIT 3: Belief in the Books of Allah
Unit Overview
Students discover why Allah sent divine books and how these scriptures guided previous nations.
Detailed Content
Names of the major revealed books
Purpose of divine revelation
Respecting and honoring the Qur’an
Differences between preserved scripture and altered scripture
Why the Qur’an is the final, complete revelation
Learning Outcomes
Students explain the importance of revelation
Students appreciate the uniqueness of the Qur’an
📚 UNIT 4: Belief in the Prophets and Messengers
Unit Overview
A complete study of the role of prophets and their essential qualities.
Detailed Content
Who the prophets were and why they were sent
Shared message of all prophets (worship Allah alone)
Prophetic character: honesty, patience, courage
The seal of Prophethood and the finality of Muhammad
Learning Outcomes
Students understand the continuity of Allah’s message
Students relate to prophets as moral role models
📚 UNIT 5: Belief in the Last Day
Unit Overview
This unit introduces students to the events of the Hereafter and prepares them to live with purpose and accountability.
Detailed Content
Major signs of the Last Day
The resurrection
The gathering and judgement
Scales of deeds
Paradise and Hell
Purpose of accountability
Learning Outcomes
Students understand consequences of actions
Students build awareness of moral responsibility
📚 UNIT 6: Belief in Divine Decree (Qadar)
Unit Overview
A structured explanation of destiny and how Allah’s knowledge and control relate to human free will.
Detailed Content
Allah’s knowledge of everything
Allah’s writing of destiny
Allah’s will
Allah’s creation
Human choice and effort
How to accept difficult events with patience
Learning Outcomes
Students balance trust in Allah with personal responsibility
Students develop emotional resilience
📚 UNIT 7: The Life of Prophet Muhammad (Seerah)
Unit Overview
A multi-chapter exploration of the Prophet’s life, focusing on key events and character development.
Detailed Content
Early life and environment
First revelation and its impact
Meccan hardships and persecution
Migration to Madinah
Establishment of the Muslim community
Major battles and lessons
The Prophet’s leadership, mercy, honesty, and courage
His relationships with companions, neighbors, and enemies
Learning Outcomes
Students sequence major historical events accurately
Students understand how Islam developed socially and politically
Students adopt elements of prophetic character
📚 UNIT 8: Stories from the Qur’an
Unit Overview
This unit covers selected Qur’anic narratives that highlight strong moral lessons and divine wisdom.
Detailed Content
Stories of faithful individuals and disbelieving nations
Causes of success and destruction
Lessons of patience, trust, and gratitude
Real historical examples of justice and punishment
How these stories apply to modern life
Learning Outcomes
Students extract values from stories
Students understand how history demonstrates Allah’s power
📚 UNIT 9: Islamic Manners and Character
Unit Overview
A practical unit aimed at shaping student behavior according to Islamic ethical standards.
Detailed Content
Respect for parents
Kindness to neighbors
Honesty in speech
Avoiding lying, gossip, insults
Patience, generosity, humility
Responsibility and helpfulness
Learning Outcomes
Students develop socially responsible behavior
Students demonstrate improved manners in daily interactions
📚 UNIT 10: Worship and Fiqh
Unit Overview
An applied study of essential acts of worship.
Detailed Content
Detailed explanation of prayer
Fasting beyond the basics
Zakah: meaning, purpose, and examples
Hajj rituals and deeper meanings
Etiquettes of the mosque and communal worship
Learning Outcomes
Students practice worship with confidence
Students understand the spiritual and ethical purposes behind each ritual
📚 UNIT 11: Short Surahs and Their Meanings
Unit Overview
A tafsir-focused unit that builds understanding of selected short chapters.
Detailed Content
Vocabulary breakdown
Moral lessons of each surah
Themes such as purity, patience, sincerity, protection, and gratitude
Applying the lessons of the surah to everyday life
Learning Outcomes
Students comprehend meanings instead of only reciting
Students reflect more deeply when reading the Qur’an
📚 UNIT 12: Companions and Early Muslims
Unit Overview
A study of exemplary personalities and their contributions.
Detailed Content
Biographies of selected companions
Their sacrifices and struggles
Their roles in building early Islamic society
Lessons in leadership, courage, honesty, and loyalty
Learning Outcomes
Students identify role models
Students appreciate early Islamic history
📚 UNIT 13: Islamic History and Early Generations
Unit Overview
An overview of the early expansion of Islam and the foundations of Muslim civilization.
Detailed Content
Key events after the Prophet’s time
Growth of the Muslim world
Emergence of scholars, jurists, and leaders
Social and moral lessons from historical events
Learning Outcomes
Students connect identity with Islamic heritage
Students understand cause-and-effect in historical development
This book represents a complete developmental journey through faith, character, worship, and history. By progressing through each unit, students gain not only essential Islamic knowledge but also the moral discipline and emotional maturity needed to live as responsible young Muslims. The curriculum blends understanding with practice, reflection with action, and knowledge with character-building.
Through exploring belief, studying the lives of the Prophets, learning Qur’anic lessons, and practicing core acts of worship, students develop a confident Islamic identity rooted in clarity, purpose, and sincerity. The ultimate goal of this level is to nurture a learner who understands their faith deeply, applies it consistently, and carries its values with pride and integrity.
This book prepares students for the next stage of their learning, equipping them with the tools to think, reflect, practice, and live Islam in a meaningful and balanced way. It is not simply a collection of lessons — it is a foundation for a lifetime of faith, learning, and character.
This level of the Islamic Studies curriculum provides students with a deep, structured, and engaging journey through belief, worship, character, seerah, Qur’anic themes, and the stories of prophets and companions. The book brings together spiritual knowledge, moral training, and historical understanding in a balanced way that nurtures both the mind and heart.
Students will explore the foundations of the early Muslim community, reflect on Makkan surahs and their powerful themes, analyze key events in the Prophet’s life, and understand the meaning behind major acts of worship. The curriculum also places strong emphasis on character formation, practical ethics, and daily manners, enabling learners to develop strong Islamic identity and behavior.
The goal of this book is not only to teach information but to shape values, deepen faith, and help students connect Islamic teachings to real-life situations. It builds confident young Muslims with clarity of belief, disciplined worship, noble character, and appreciation for their religious history.
Below are the strongly structured units created from all content found in the file.
UNIT 1 — Sacred Places, Revelation & Early Islamic History
Topics:
The Ka‘bah and its components
First revelation in the Cave of Hira
Abu Jahl’s opposition
The Night Journey (Israa’) and Ascension (Mi’raj)
Early preaching and persecution
Pledges of Aqabah and the rise of the Madinah community
Themes:
Sacred spaces, beginnings of Prophethood, patience under hardship, divine guidance.
UNIT 2 — Qur’anic Studies & Thematic Tafsir
Surahs included:
Al-Ghaashiyah
Al-Fajr
Al-Balad
Al-Layl
Adh-Dhuhaa
Ash-Sharh
Themes:
Day of Judgment, gratitude, hardship and ease, charity, moral responsibility, hope, Divine care.
UNIT 3 — Worship & Islamic Law
Topics:
Fasting (rulings, purpose, exemptions)
Zakah (conditions, recipients, wisdom)
Virtues of charity and social welfare
Themes:
Discipline, empathy, community responsibility, spiritual purification.
UNIT 4 — Islamic Character & Personal Development
Topics:
Good moral character
Perfecting character through example of the Prophet
Good habits
Thankfulness
Etiquette of conversation
Kindness to animals
Themes:
Self-discipline, gratitude, ethical speech, mercy, emotional maturity.
UNIT 5 — Seerah: Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Topics:
Character, courage, mercy, and leadership
His struggle in Makkah
His resilience during hardship
His kindness to companions
His wisdom in preaching
Major events shaping the Muslim community
Themes:
Role-modeling, trust in Allah, perseverance, compassion, justice.
UNIT 6 — Stories of the Prophets
Topics:
Prophet Nuh (faith, patience, the flood)
Prophet Hud (calling to truth, rejection by his people)
Prophet Salih (miracles, disobedience of Thamud)
Themes:
Steadfastness, consequences of disbelief, divine mercy and justice.
UNIT 7 — Companions of the Prophet (Role Models)
Topics:
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid
Abu Dharr al-Ghifaaree
Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah
Themes:
Generosity, truthfulness, courage, sacrifice, loyalty.
📙 Overall Summary (Based on All Available Lessons)
The book covers a broad range of essential Islamic topics, beginning with sacred places such as the Ka‘bah and progressing through major themes of revelation and early Islamic history. Students learn about the first revelation, the Night Journey and Ascension, and the Prophet’s early struggles in Makkah and Taif.
Several Makkan surahs are studied in detail, allowing students to reflect on themes of hardship, ease, accountability, faith, justice, and gratitude. The curriculum provides practical lessons in worship, including fasting and zakah, with emphasis on spiritual purpose and community benefit.
Moral development forms a significant part of the book. Students engage in lessons on good character, personal habits, thankfulness, kindness to animals, and proper manners in speech. These lessons build emotional maturity and social responsibility.
The seerah section deepens the connection to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ by exploring his character, challenges, compassion, leadership, and interactions with people. Stories of prophets such as Nuh, Hud, and Salih illustrate faith, patience, and divine justice. Biographies of companions like Khadijah, Abu Dharr, and Abu Ubaidah highlight sacrifice, courage, integrity, and loyalty.
Overall, the book strengthens faith, promotes ethical behavior, connects students to the Qur’an and Sunnah, and builds a confident Islamic identity.
This Islamic Studies book provides a structured and engaging exploration of core Islamic beliefs, values, stories of prophets, Qur’anic chapters, acts of worship, and moral teachings. It aims to strengthen a student’s understanding of Allah, enhance their connection with the Qur’an and Sunnah, build Islamic character, and present lessons from prophetic history in a clear and meaningful way.
The book combines spiritual, moral, and practical knowledge, focusing on both belief (aqeedah) and daily practices (ibaadah), while enriching the reader with Qur’anic explanations and lessons from prophetic biographies.
📚 Detailed Summary of All Chapters
Below is a detailed, structured summary of all topics from the table of contents and the pages you shared.
1. Allah’s Greatness and Power
The chapter emphasizes Allah’s absolute power, knowledge, and authority over the universe.
Key points include:
Allah is Ever-Living and Sustains everything.
He created the heavens, earth, night, day, sun, moon, stars—all in perfect harmony.
Natural signs—mountains, seas, ships, rain, clouds—serve as reminders of His greatness.
Nothing resembles Allah, and minds cannot fully grasp Him.
Allah gives, forgives, elevates, lowers, provides, and protects.
All creations depend on Him; He depends on none.
2. Attributes of Allah
This chapter explains Allah’s Names and Attributes and how Muslims should believe in them.
Main ideas:
Allah has the most beautiful names and perfect attributes.
He hears all voices, sees everything, and knows all secrets.
His mercy encompasses all creation.
Nothing increases or decreases His kingdom; He is self-sufficient.
His judgment is always just, and His knowledge is limitless.
Believers should rely on Him alone and fear none but Him.
3–4. Tawheed and Oneness of Allah
These parts highlight:
Tawheed is the foundation of Islam.
Allah alone is worthy of worship, obeyed, and trusted.
Belief in Allah shapes a Muslim’s life, behavior, and worldview.
All prophets were sent with the message of Tawheed.
5. Prophets of Allah
This chapter explains:
Allah’s mercy in sending prophets to guide humanity.
Over 124,000 prophets were sent; 313 were messengers.
A rasool receives a law/book; a nabee carries the message but may not bring a new scripture.
All prophets preached the same core message: worship Allah alone.
Muslims must believe in all prophets equally.
6. Prophet Muhammad – The Last Prophet
Topics include:
Prophet Muhammad is khaatam an-nabiyeen (Seal of the Prophets).
Revelation was completed through him.
The verse “Today I have perfected your religion…” marked the finality of divine legislation.
His life is the perfect model of Islamic conduct.
Islam is a universal religion for all times and all people.
The Qur’an is preserved and protected by Allah.
7. Qur’anic Surahs Explanation
The book explains several Makkan Surahs in simple language. Each Surah includes themes, lessons, and a full commentary.
Surat an-Naba’ (The Great News)
Themes include:
Resurrection, accountability, and the Day of Judgment.
Allah’s power shown through creation (mountains, night/day, heavens).
Punishment for the disbelievers.
Reward of Paradise for the righteous.
Humans will wish to return as dust when they see the truth.
Other Surahs in the book (also explained chapter by chapter):
Surat an-Naazi’aat
Surat ‘Abasa
Surat al-Inshiqaaq
Surat at-Takweer
Surat al-Infitaar
Surat al-Mutaffifeen
Surat al-Burooj
Surat at-Taariq
Each surah emphasizes themes such as resurrection, justice, honesty, signs of Allah, the unseen world, and moral accountability.
8. The Story of Prophet Yusuf (Several Chapters)
This is the longest and most detailed story in the book.
Key events covered:
Yusuf’s Dream
He sees eleven stars, the sun, and moon bowing to him.
His father, Ya‘qub, interprets this as a sign of future greatness and prophethood.
He warns Yusuf not to share the dream to avoid jealousy.
Brothers’ Jealousy
They plot to kill him, then decide to throw him into a well.
They lie to their father, staining Yusuf’s shirt with false blood.
Yusuf Sold into Slavery
A caravan finds him and sells him cheaply in Egypt.
Al-Azeez (a chief official) buys him and treats him kindly.
Life in Al-Azeez’s Palace
Yusuf grows into a wise, strong, God-conscious young man.
The wife of Al-Azeez attempts to seduce him; he refuses.
She accuses him falsely, but evidence proves his innocence.
(The rest of the Yusuf story continues in the missing pages—if you upload them, I can complete the summary.)
9. Islamic Morals and Manners
Chapters teach:
Keeping promises
Patience (Sabr)
Fairness and justice
Avoiding backbiting (Gheebah)
Respecting parents
Truthfulness
Good manners with others
10. Important Islamic Practices
These chapters explain:
The Person Following the Imam (Al-Ma’mum)
Etiquette of prayer behind the imam
How to stand, recite, and respond
Two Eid Prayers
How Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha prayers are performed
Differences from daily prayers
Their spiritual significance
Tayammum (Dry Ablution)
When and how to perform it
Its rulings and conditions
Qasr (Shortening Prayers)
For travelers
Rules and limits
Friday Prayer (Salat al-Jumu’ah)
Conditions
Importance
Etiquette of listening to khutbah
11. Biographies of Noble Women
The book includes chapters on:
Aishah bint Abu Bakr
Zaynab (daughter of the Prophet)
Ruqayyah (daughter of the Prophet)
Each section presents their virtues, character, contributions, and lessons.
12. Supplication (Du‘aa’)
Students learn:
Importance of du‘aa’
Etiquette of making du‘aa’
Times when du‘aa’ is accepted
Examples of prophetic supplications
13. Islam and Science
This chapter highlights:
Islamic civilization’s contributions to mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and engineering
Encouragement of learning and seeking knowledge
Qur’anic verses inviting reflection on nature and creation
📘 Conclusion
The book concludes by emphasizing:
The greatness, oneness, and mercy of Allah
The finality and universality of Prophet Muhammad’s message
The importance of learning from the stories of prophets
The need for good manners, patience, fairness, and sincerity
The value of understanding Qur’anic teachings
The responsibility of every Muslim to worship Allah with knowledge and live Islam in daily life
The overall purpose of the book is to nurture knowledgeable, moral, confident Muslim youth who understand their faith and live according to its principles.
The Islamic Studies Grade 8 book provides a comprehensive exploration of the pillars of faith, the nature of belief, the life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), stories of key figures in Islamic history, and the core acts of worship that shape a Muslim’s life. The book aims to strengthen Islamic identity, deepen understanding, and develop moral character through Qur’anic teachings, authentic Hadith, historical lessons, and practical applications. This summary presents each lesson with a clear overview and key takeaways for easier understanding and revision.
🔵 UNIT 1 — The Six Pillars of Faith
1. About Your Religion
Summary:
This lesson introduces the foundation of Islam as a complete way of life based on belief, worship, and obedience to Allah. It explains the meaning of Islam (submission) and Iman (faith).
Key Points:
Islam = submission to Allah
Iman = belief in Allah’s teachings
A Muslim obeys Allah inwardly and outwardly
2. The First Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in Allah as the only Lord, Creator, and Sustainer. It emphasizes Tawheed.
Key Points:
Allah has no partner
Only Allah deserves worship
Tawheed is the core of Islam
3. The Second Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in the angels created by Allah from light.
Key Points:
Angels do not sin
They carry out Allah’s commands
Important angels: Jibreel, Mikaeel, Israfeel
4. The Third Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in Allah’s Books revealed to His messengers.
Key Points:
Qur’an is the final revelation
All previous books contained guidance
Qur’an is preserved until the end of time
5. The Fourth Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in Allah’s Messengers who delivered His message.
Key Points:
25 prophets are known
Muhammad (SAW) is the final messenger
Prophets are role models
6. Application of the First Four Pillars
Summary:
How belief shapes actions: worship, trust, obedience, and good character.
Key Points:
Faith influences behavior
Muslims rely on Allah alone
Worship must follow Tawheed
7. The Fifth Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in the Last Day: resurrection, judgment, Paradise, and Hell.
Key Points:
Life is temporary
Accountability is certain
Righteous deeds save a believer
8. The Sixth Pillar of Faith
Summary:
Belief in Divine Decree (Qadar): that everything happens by Allah’s knowledge and will.
Key Points:
Allah knows all
Qadar includes good and bad
Humans are responsible for choices
🔵 UNIT 2 — Allah, Angels, and Faith Concepts
9. Allah is One
Summary:
Explains Oneness of Allah in His lordship, names, and worship.
Key Points:
No partners or equals
Allah alone controls creation
Worship cannot be shared
10. Is Allah Alone the Creator?
Summary:
Shows how the creation proves Allah’s existence and power.
Key Points:
Universe is perfectly designed
No creator besides Allah
Reflection increases faith
11. Gratitude
Summary:
Teaches importance of thankfulness through actions and heart.
Key Points:
Gratitude brings blessings
Shukr = heart + words + actions
Ungratefulness harms the soul
12. Dhikr – Remembrance of Allah
Summary:
Dhikr strengthens the heart and brings peace.
Key Points:
Includes tasbeeh, tahmeed, takbeer
Protects from sins
Brings closeness to Allah
13. Can We See Allah?
Summary:
Explains that Allah cannot be seen in this world but believers will see Him in Paradise.
Key Points:
Seeing Allah is a reward
Nobody saw Allah in worldly life
Faith in the unseen is required
14. What Pleases Allah?
Summary:
Good deeds, sincerity, and obedience please Allah.
Key Points:
Kindness and justice
Prayers and charity
Avoiding sins
15. Who Are the Angels?
Summary:
More details about angelic roles and characteristics.
Key Points:
Created from light
Recording angels, protecting angels
Loyal servants of Allah
16. Who Is the Best Angel?
Summary:
Jibreel (AS) is the leader of the angels.
Key Points:
Delivered revelations
Supported prophets
Attended battles
🔵 UNIT 3 — Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and Seerah Events
17. The Miracle of the Qur’an
Summary:
Qur’an is the greatest miracle given to Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Key Points:
Language, knowledge, preservation
Scientific signs
No book like it can be produced
18. Truthfulness of the Prophet (SAW)
Summary:
The Prophet was known as As-Sadiq Al-Ameen (the truthful, trustworthy).
Key Points:
Honesty = foundation of da’wah
Arabs trusted him completely
He never lied
19. The Jewish Tribe of Quraydhah
Summary:
Discusses their betrayal during the Battle of Ahzab.
Key Points:
Broke the treaty
Supported enemies
Judgment was fair and just
20. Sixth Year After Hijrah
Summary:
Important events including the treaty attempts with Quraysh.
Key Points:
Growing Muslim strength
Letters to rulers
Spread of Islam
21. The Pledge of Ar-Ridwaan
Summary:
A pledge of loyalty under a tree before Treaty of Hudaybiyah.
Key Points:
1400 companions participated
Allah praised them in Qur’an
Showed unity and faith
22. The Umrah of Qadhaa
Summary:
The Prophet performed Umrah the year after Hudaybiyah.
Key Points:
Peaceful pilgrimage
Quraysh respected Muslims
Strengthened Islamic identity
23. The Battle of Mu’tah
Summary:
First major battle against a non-Arab superpower.
Key Points:
3 commanders martyred
Led by Khalid ibn Al-Waleed after
Showed bravery of Muslims
24. Ja’far ibn Abi Taalib
Summary:
A noble companion known for migration to Abyssinia and martyrdom at Mu’tah.
Key Points:
Defender of Islam
Powerful speech to the Negus
Symbol of sacrifice
25. Prophet Muhammad – His Character
Summary:
Perfect manners: mercy, humility, generosity.
Key Points:
Best example for humanity
Treated all with justice
Strongest faith and kindness
26. Prophet Muhammad – His Family Life
Summary:
Shows how he treated wives, children, and relatives.
Key Points:
Respect and love
Helped at home
Taught compassion and patience
🔵 UNIT 4 — Islamic Personalities and Stories
27. Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqaas
Summary:
One of the ten promised Paradise; skilled archer.
Key Points:
Early convert
Commander in Qadisiyyah
Known for du‘a being accepted
28. An-Nu’maan ibn Muqarrin
Summary:
Brave commander in Persia.
Key Points:
Leader in battles
Known for discipline
Martyred with honor
29. Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz
Summary:
A righteous Umayyad caliph known as the “Fifth Rightly-Guided Caliph.”
Key Points:
Justice and fairness
Returned unjust wealth
Ruled with piety
30. Abu Hanifah
Summary:
Founder of the Hanafi school of fiqh.
Key Points:
Known for deep reasoning
Fairness and strong faith
Respected scholar
31. Ash-Shaafi’i
Summary:
Founder of the Shafi’i school.
Key Points:
Expert in Hadith
Strong memory
Balanced legal approach
32. Queen Bilqees
Summary:
The Queen of Sheba who accepted Islam after meeting Prophet Sulayman.
Key Points:
Wisdom and intelligence
Recognized truth
Supported her people
33. The Bedouins of the Daws Tribe
Summary:
Story of how they resisted Islam at first but later believed.
Key Points:
Mercy of Prophet Muhammad
Guidance spreads gradually
Importance of patience in da’wah
🔵 UNIT 5 — Worship and Manners
34. Salah – Ruling & Importance
Summary:
Salah is the pillar of Islam and direct connection with Allah.
Key Points:
Obligatory 5 times daily
Prevents evil
First deed judged
35. Sawm – Ruling & Importance
Summary:
Fasting teaches patience, self-control, and piety.
Key Points:
Ramadan obligation
Increases taqwa
Rewards are immense
36. Zakaah – Ruling & Importance
Summary:
Purifies wealth and helps the poor.
Key Points:
Obligatory charity
Supports needy categories
Cleans greed from the heart
37. Hajj – Ruling & Importance
Summary:
Pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime for those able.
Key Points:
Follows Prophet Ibrahim’s legacy
Teaches unity
Brings forgiveness
38. Good Manners
Summary:
Manners are essential in Islam and define a believer.
Key Points:
Respect, kindness, humility
Good behavior is continuous worship
The Prophet had the best manners
39. Backbiting
Summary:
Backbiting is a major sin that destroys relationships.
Key Points:
Speaking about someone in their absence
Forbidden and harmful
Avoid gossip and slander
40. Kindness to Parents
Summary:
Obedience and kindness to parents is second only to worshipping Allah.
Key Points:
Respect and gratitude
Never speak harshly
Serve them with love
41. Good Manners toward Neighbours
Summary:
Islam commands respect, kindness, and help toward neighbours.
Key Points:
Share, help, protect
Avoid harming them
Strengthens society
⭐ Conclusion
The Grade 8 Islamic Studies curriculum builds a strong foundation of belief, character, and worship. Through the six pillars of faith, lessons from the life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), stories of righteous figures, and teachings on prayer, fasting, charity, and good manners, students gain a complete understanding of Islam as a balanced way of life. This summary provides a clear guide to the book’s essential concepts, helping learners apply Islamic values in daily life.
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