Allah and harmony
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can understand that the Five Pillars of Islam can help many Muslims find harmony with Allah (God).
Key learning points
- Many Muslims find harmony with God (Allah) through submission to him.
- The Five Pillars of Islam help Muslims to achieve this.
- The Five Pillars are faith, prayer, fasting, giving and pilgrimage.
Keywords
Harmony - a state of peace and agreement; things being in balance with each other
The Five Pillars - the five obligations for a Muslim
Submission - being humbly obedient
Allah - the Arabic word for 'God'
Common misconception
Muslims might follow rules within Islam without a deeper understanding of God.
Most Muslims follow obligations or rules to bring a sense of submission and harmony with God.
Teacher tip
Invite a Muslims speaker to talk about their faith and how the Five Pillars help them find harmony with Allah (God). Role play people praying, sharing or being kind and going on a pilgrimage.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Muslims follow the religion of .
Q2.Where do many Muslims gather to worship?
Q3.Who is the most important person for Muslims and is seen as the final prophet?
Q4.On what day do many Muslims go to the mosque for special prayers?
Q5.Which of the following is an obligation for Muslims?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.The Arabic word for God is .
Q2.What does submission to God mean in Islam?
Q3.What is the first pillar of Islam?
Q4.What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
Q5.How do the Five Pillars of Islam help Muslims?
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