Islamic Studies: Content Areas and Competencies

1. Pre-Islamic Arabia and the Life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Competencies:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the concept of Jahiliyyah in the pre-Islamic period.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of Arabs during the Jahiliyyah period.

3. Demonstrate knowledge of the life history of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

4. Understand moral lessons from the Prophet’s (SAW) life.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define Jahiliyyah and its significance.

2. Identify key traits of pre-Islamic Arabian society.

3. Appreciate the Prophet’s (SAW) biography.

4. Extract moral lessons from his life.

2. The Four Orthodox Caliphs

Competencies:

1. Understand the concept of the caliphate in Islam.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of the Rightly Guided Caliphs’ biographies.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Discuss the meaning of Caliphate.

2. Study the lives of the four Caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, Ali).

3. Qur’an and Hadith

Competencies:

1. Understand the concept of revelation (Wahy).

2. Analyze the Qur’an’s preservation, compilation, and standardization.

3. Differentiate between Makkan and Madinan Suwar.

4. Explain how Hadith aids Qur’anic understanding.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define revelation in Islam.

2. Examine the Qur’an’s compilation history.

3. Compare Makkan and Madinan chapters.

4. Show how Hadith complements the Qur’an.

4. Shari’ah, Jurisprudence, Marriage, and Divorce in Islam

Competencies:

1. Understand Shari’ah (Islamic law).

2. Know the sources and importance of Islamic law.

3. Understand Islamic marriage and divorce concepts.

4. Analyze Shari’ah provisions on marriage and divorce.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define Shari’ah.

2. Identify its sources (Qur’an, Sunnah, Ijma’, Qiyas).

3. Explain Islamic rulings on marriage and divorce.

4. Discuss legal procedures in Islam.

5. The Five Pillars of Islam

Competencies:

1. Know the core practices of Muslims.

2. Understand the five pillars and their implications.

3. Extract moral lessons from them.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Analyze Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj.

2. Discuss their spiritual and social impact.

3. Reflect on their ethical teachings.

6. Articles of Faith

Competencies:

1. Understand Iman (faith) and its principles.

2. Learn moral lessons from the six articles of faith.

3. See how Tawheed (Oneness of God) shapes Muslim life.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define faith (Aqeedah).

2. Discuss belief in Allah, Angels, Books, Prophets, Day of Judgment, and Divine Decree.

3. Explain Tawheed’s influence on Muslims.

7. Religious Festivals

Competencies:

1. Know Islamic festivals (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha).

2. Understand their historical and social significance.

3. Assess their impact on society.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Identify key Islamic celebrations.

2. Study their origins and practices.

3. Examine their role in Muslim communities.

8. Islam and Other Major Religions

Competencies:

1. Understand interreligious dialogue in Islam.

2. Recognize the importance of peaceful coexistence.

3. Study early Islamic examples of religious tolerance.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define Islamic views on interfaith relations.

2. Discuss coexistence with Judaism and Christianity.

3. Cite historical precedents (e.g., Medina Charter).

9. Islam and Gender Relations

Competencies:

1. Understand gender roles in Islam.

2. Examine gender mainstreaming in Muslim activities.

3. Compare the spiritual, social, and economic duties of men and women.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Explain Islamic gender principles.

2. Analyze equity in Muslim societies.

3. Identify responsibilities for both genders.

10. Islam and National Development

Competencies:

1. Understand Islamic perspectives on development.

2. Study Muslim contributions to national progress.

3. Analyze activities promoting peace and growth.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Define development in Islam.

2. Assess Muslim-led initiatives.

3. Evaluate their societal impact.

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