Understanding Allah’s Beautiful Names Islamic Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Third Term
Week: 8
Topic: Learning about Allah’s Beautiful Names
Sub-topic: Understanding Allah’s Attributes
Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will explain the meaning of the names of Allah.
• Students will relate Allah’s names to their own lives.
• Students will memorize Allah’s names along with their meanings.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Pictures illustrating Allah’s names
• Flashcards with Allah’s names and meanings
• Islamic storybooks
• Prayer mats

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Begin by asking students if they know the meaning of the word “Allah” and if they have heard of any other names of Allah before.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Language development: Explaining meanings and memorizing names.
• Critical thinking: Relating Allah’s names to daily life.
• Social interaction: Participating in discussions and group activities.

Content:

Ašmāullāhil-Husna (Beautiful Names of Allah):

1. Allah (God):
   • Meaning: Allah is the Arabic word for God, the Creator of everything.
   • Example: Allah created the sky, the earth, and all living things. 🌍
2. Ar-Rahman (The Beneficent):
   • Meaning: Ar-Rahman is the Most Compassionate and Merciful.
   • Example: Allah shows kindness and mercy to all creatures, like providing food and water. 🌟
3. Ar-Rahim (The Merciful):
   • Meaning: Ar-Rahim is the Most Merciful, especially to those who believe and worship Him.
   • Example: When we make mistakes, Allah forgives us because He is Ar-Rahim. 💖
4. Al-Malik (The Sovereign Lord):
   • Meaning: Al-Malik is the Supreme Ruler and Owner of everything in the universe.
   • Example: Allah controls everything, like the sun, the moon, and the stars. ☀️🌙
5. Al-Quddus (The Holy):
   • Meaning: Al-Quddus is the Most Pure and Perfect, free from any imperfection.
   • Example: Allah is Al-Quddus because He is completely good and without any mistakes. ✨

Relating These Names to Man:

• When we know Allah’s beautiful names, we feel loved and cared for. 😊
• Understanding Allah’s mercy helps us be kind and forgiving to others. 🤝
• Knowing that Allah is the Supreme Ruler reminds us to obey His rules and be respectful. 🙏
• Recognizing Allah’s purity inspires us to be good and honest in our actions. 🌟

Memorizing These Names:

• Let’s repeat after me: Allah, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim, Al-Malik, Al-Quddus. 📖
• Now, let’s say what each name means: Allah is God, Ar-Rahman is The Beneficent, Ar-Rahim is The Merciful, Al-Malik is The Sovereign Lord, Al-Quddus is The Holy. 🧠💭

Remember: Understanding and memorizing Allah’s beautiful names help us grow closer to Him and become better people in our daily lives. 🕌🌺

Evaluation:

1. Ar-Rahman” means The _______. a) Beneficent b) Merciful c) Ruler d) Holy
2. “Ar-Rahim” means The _______. a) Beneficent b) Merciful c) Ruler d) Holy
3. “Al-Malik” means The _______. a) Beneficent b) Merciful c) Sovereign Lord d) Holy
4. “Al-Quddus” means The _______. a) Beneficent b) Merciful c) Sovereign Lord d) Holy
5. Allah is the Creator of _______. a) Everything b) Only humans c) Only animals d) Only plants
6. Allah shows kindness and mercy as _______. a) Ar-Rahman b) Ar-Rahim c) Al-Malik d) Al-Quddus
7. When we make mistakes, Allah forgives us because He is _______. a) Ar-Rahman b) Ar-Rahim c) Al-Malik d) Al-Quddus
8. Al-Malik is the _______ and Owner of everything. a) Compassionate b) Merciful c) Sovereign Lord d) Holy
9. Al-Quddus is the Most _______ and Perfect. a) Compassionate b) Merciful c) Sovereign Lord d) Holy
10. Understanding Allah’s mercy helps us be _______ to others. a) Cruel b) Kind c) Lazy d) Angry
11. Recognizing Allah as the Sovereign Lord reminds us to _______ His rules. a) Disobey b) Ignore c) Obey d) Forget
12. Knowing Allah’s purity inspires us to be good and _______. a) Bad b) Dishonest c) Honest d) Lazy
13. Let’s repeat after me: Allah, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim, Al-Malik, _______. a) Ar-Rahman b) Ar-Rahim c) Al-Malik d) Al-Quddus
14. Now, let’s say what each name means: Allah is _______, Ar-Rahman is The Beneficent, Ar-Rahim is The Merciful, Al-Malik is _______, Al-Quddus is The Holy. a) God, Sovereign Lord b) Earth, Beneficent c) Sun, Merciful d) Sky, Holy

Class Activity Discussion 

1. What does “Allah” mean?
   • Answer: “Allah” is the Arabic word for God, the Creator of everything.
2. What is the meaning of “Ar-Rahman”?
   • Answer: “Ar-Rahman” means The Beneficent, showing kindness and generosity to all.
3. What does “Ar-Rahim” signify?
   • Answer: “Ar-Rahim” means The Merciful, specifically showing mercy to those who believe in Him.
4. Who is referred to as “Al-Malik”?
   • Answer: “Al-Malik” is The Sovereign Lord, indicating Allah’s supreme authority and ownership over everything.
5. What does “Al-Quddus” represent?
   • Answer: “Al-Quddus” means The Holy, signifying Allah’s purity and perfection.
6. How does understanding Allah’s names affect humans?
   • Answer: Understanding Allah’s names helps us feel loved and cared for, and it inspires us to be kind and merciful to others.
7. Why is it important to know Allah as Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim?
   • Answer: Knowing Allah as Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim reminds us of His boundless compassion and mercy, giving us hope and comfort.
8. How does recognizing Allah as Al-Malik impact us?
   • Answer: Recognizing Allah as Al-Malik reminds us that He is the ultimate authority, guiding us to obey His commands and live a righteous life.
9. What does Al-Quddus teach us about Allah?
   • Answer: Al-Quddus teaches us that Allah is pure and perfect, encouraging us to strive for goodness and righteousness in our actions.
10. How can we memorize these names of Allah with their meanings?
    • Answer: We can repeat the names and their meanings regularly, use flashcards or songs, and practice saying them in our daily prayers.
11. What can we learn from Allah’s name Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim?
    • Answer: We learn that Allah’s mercy is vast and encompasses all His creation, guiding us to be compassionate and forgiving.
12. Why is it important to understand Allah’s sovereignty as Al-Malik?
    • Answer: Understanding Allah’s sovereignty reminds us to trust in His plan and submit to His will, bringing us peace and contentment.
13. How does recognizing Allah’s holiness as Al-Quddus impact our lives?
    • Answer: Recognizing Allah’s holiness inspires us to strive for purity and goodness in our thoughts, words, and actions.
14. What are some practical ways to relate to Allah’s beautiful names in our daily lives?
    • Answer: We can pray to Allah using His names, reflect on His attributes, and try to embody those qualities in our interactions with others.
15. How can we deepen our connection with Allah through His beautiful names?
    • Answer: We can learn more about Allah’s names from the Quran and Hadith, reflect on their meanings, and seek His guidance and mercy in our daily lives.

Presentation

1. Introduction: (5 minutes)
   • Start by reciting a short prayer.
   • Introduce the topic of Allah’s beautiful names and explain their significance.
   • Islamic Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes
2. Explaining Allah’s Names: (10 minutes)
   • Discuss the meaning of each name of Allah: Allah, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim, Al-Malik, and Al-Quddus.
   • Use visual aids and examples to help students understand each name better.
3. Relating Allah’s Names to Man: (10 minutes)
   • Discuss how knowing Allah’s names affects humans, such as feeling loved and cared for, and being inspired to be kind and compassionate to others.
4. Memorizing Allah’s Names: (10 minutes)
   • Practice repeating each name of Allah along with its meaning.
   • Use flashcards and games to make memorization fun and engaging.
5. Review and Conclusion: (5 minutes)
   • Recap what students have learned about Allah’s names.
   • Encourage students to continue practicing and reflecting on Allah’s names in their daily lives.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Facilitate discussions and explanations.
• Use visual aids to enhance understanding.
• Engage students in interactive activities.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively to explanations.
• Participate in discussions and activities.
• Practice memorizing Allah’s names.

Assessment:

• Observe students’ participation and understanding during discussions.
• Monitor students’ ability to memorize Allah’s names accurately.
• Evaluate students’ engagement in interactive activities.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the meaning of the word “Allah”?
2. What does “Ar-Rahman” mean?
3. How does understanding Allah’s names affect humans?
4. Can you give an example of how Allah’s mercy impacts our lives?
5. Who is referred to as “Al-Malik”?
6. What does “Al-Quddus” signify?
7. How can we memorize Allah’s names?
8. Why is it important to know Allah’s names?
9. How can we relate Allah’s names to our daily lives?
10. What did you learn about Allah’s names today?

Conclusion: In conclusion, this lesson has provided students with an understanding of Allah’s beautiful names, their meanings, and their significance in our lives. By connecting these names to their daily experiences, students have gained a deeper appreciation of Allah’s attributes and how they can strive to embody these qualities in their actions and interactions.