Shahadah as one of the Five Pillars
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the Shahadah as part of the Five Pillars and its importance for Sunni and Shi'a Muslims.
Key learning points
- 'Shariah' means 'the straight path' and halal actions are those that are permitted for Muslims.
- The Five Pillars are important practices for both Sunni and Shi'a Muslims.
- The Shahadah is the declaration of faith for Muslims and forms part of the Five Pillars.
- The Shahadah states there is only one God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God.
Keywords
Halal - actions or things which are permitted within Islam, such as eating permitted foods
Haram - any actions or things which are forbidden within Islam, such as eating forbidden foods
Shahadah - the statement of faith in Islam
Shariah - a set of moral and religious rules that guide Muslims, based on the teachings of the Qur'an and the Hadith
Common misconception
The Shahadah is only said by Sunni Muslims.
The Shahadah is important to all Muslims, but some Shi'a Muslims state that 'Ali is a friend of Allah' in addition to the statement that Sunni Muslims say.
Teacher tip
If pupils are not aware of the debate around the succession after the death of the Prophet Muhammad that has informed some differences in practices between Sunni and Shi'a branches of Islam, then pupils could cover this before any lessons which introduce these differences.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What is a key difference between Sunni and Shi’a Muslims?
Q2.Why is the Qur’an considered to be the most important source of authority in Islam?
Q3.Which of the following best describes the role of prophets in Islam?
Q4.What is the term for the worldwide Muslim community?
Q5.Muslims believe in life after death, known as .
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The Five are important acts of worship for Sunni Muslims.
Q2.Which two religious groups share a belief in the Five Pillars?
Q3.What does the term 'shariah' mean in Islam?
Q4.Which Pillar of Islam does the Shahadah belong to?
Q5.Why is the Shahadah considered the most important practice in Islam?
Q6.What do some Shi’a Muslims add to the Shahadah?
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