Muslims and Shariah Law
I can describe what is meant by Shariah and how many Muslims explain its origins.
Muslims and Shariah Law
I can describe what is meant by Shariah and how many Muslims explain its origins.
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Key learning points
- The word Shariah means path to a water source. This is interpreted by many Muslims as an attractive path to follow.
- Most Muslims have two main sources of authority; the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
- These two sources make up the Shariah.
- The Shariah came about at a time of Muslim migration as the first Muslim communities were being established.
Keywords
Shariah - a set of moral and religious rules that guide Muslims
Hadith - the recorded words of the Prophet Muhammad
Halal - actions or things which are permitted within Islam
Haram - any actions or things which are forbidden within Islam
Hijra - refers to the migration of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers
Common misconception
Halal and haram just applies to food and dietary laws.
Anything that is acceptable or forbidden in Islam is known as halal and haram.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its meaning.
relating to what is morally right or wrong
a system of rules recognised and enforced by society
selfless and unconditional love