Understanding Allah’s Beautiful Names: Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä (36-50) Islamic Religious Studies Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Islamic Religious Studies Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä (36-50) 

Week: 3
Topic: Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä (Attributes of Allah, Names 36-50)
Sub-topic: Pronunciation, Meaning, and Significance of Allah’s Names
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes

Learning Objectives in Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä (36-50)

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Pronounce the Names of Allah (Names 36-50) in Arabic correctly.
2. State the meaning of each Name and memorize them.
3. Relate the significance of these Names to our existence.

Keywords

• Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä
• Attributes
• Names of Allah
• Significance

Set Induction

• Begin by asking pupils if they remember any of the Names of Allah and what they mean. Explain that knowing these Names helps us understand the greatness and attributes of Allah.

Entry Behaviour

• Pupils have basic knowledge of the Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä and some of Allah’s Names.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards with the Names of Allah (36-50) in Arabic and their meanings in English.
• Chalkboard and chalk.
• Audio recording of the Names for proper pronunciation.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

• Review the previous Names of Allah (1-35) learned in earlier classes and discuss their meanings.

Embedded Core Skills

• Memorization
• Pronunciation
• Comprehension

Learning Materials

• Flashcards
• Audio recording
• Chalkboard

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Islamic Religious Studies Textbook for Primary 5
• Asmå’ul-Låhil-Husnä guide

Instructional Materials

• Chalkboard
• Flashcards with Arabic Names and English meanings

Content

1. Pronunciation of the Names (36-50):
   • Al-Hameed (36): The Praiseworthy.
   • Al-Muhsee (37): The Reckoner.
   • Al-Mubdi (38): The Originator.
   • Al-Mueed (39): The Restorer.
   • Al-Muhyee (40): The Giver of Life.
   • Al-Mumeet (41): The Creator of Death.
   • Al-Hayy (42): The Ever-Living.
   • Al-Qayyum (43): The Sustainer.
   • Al-Wajid (44): The Finder.
   • Al-Majid (45): The Glorious.
   • Al-Wahid (46): The One.
   • Al-Ahad (47): The Unique.
   • As-Samad (48): The Eternal.
   • Al-Qadir (49): The All-Powerful.
   • Al-Muqtadir (50): The Omnipotent.
2. Meaning of the Names:
   • Teach pupils the English meanings of the Names and encourage them to memorize them.
3. Significance of the Names:
   • Discuss how each Name reflects Allah’s attributes and how understanding these attributes can guide our actions and beliefs.

Assessment Questions

1. The Arabic Name “Al-Hameed” means __________.
   a) The Praiseworthy
   b) The Sustainer
   c) The Finder
   d) The Unique
2. “Al-Muhsee” refers to Allah as __________.
   a) The Creator
   b) The Reckoner
   c) The Giver of Life
   d) The One
3. “Al-Mubdi” means __________.
   a) The Restorer
   b) The Originator
   c) The Omnipotent
   d) The All-Powerful
4. “Al-Mueed” is translated as __________.
   a) The Creator of Death
   b) The Praiseworthy
   c) The Restorer
   d) The Sustainer
5. “Al-Muhyee” refers to Allah as __________.
   a) The Giver of Life
   b) The Ever-Living
   c) The Eternal
   d) The All-Powerful
6. “Al-Mumeet” means __________.
   a) The Creator of Death
   b) The Finder
   c) The Sustainer
   d) The Praiseworthy
7. “Al-Hayy” translates to __________.
   a) The Ever-Living
   b) The All-Powerful
   c) The Reckoner
   d) The Finder
8. “Al-Qayyum” is __________.
   a) The Sustainer
   b) The Eternal
   c) The Omnipotent
   d) The Unique
9. “Al-Wajid” refers to Allah as __________.
   a) The Giver of Life
   b) The Creator of Death
   c) The Finder
   d) The Praiseworthy
10. “Al-Majid” means __________.
    a) The Glorious
    b) The One
    c) The Reckoner
    d) The Sustainer
11. “Al-Wahid” is translated as __________.
    a) The Unique
    b) The One
    c) The Omnipotent
    d) The Eternal
12. “Al-Ahad” means __________.
    a) The One
    b) The Unique
    c) The Praiseworthy
    d) The Sustainer
13. “As-Samad” refers to Allah as __________.
    a) The Eternal
    b) The Omnipotent
    c) The Glorious
    d) The Finder
14. “Al-Qadir” means __________.
    a) The Eternal
    b) The Omnipotent
    c) The All-Powerful
    d) The Sustainer
15. “Al-Muqtadir” refers to Allah as __________.
    a) The Omnipotent
    b) The Praiseworthy
    c) The Giver of Life
    d) The Creator of Death

Class Activity Discussion

1. Q: What does “Al-Hameed” mean?
   A: It means “The Praiseworthy.”
2. Q: Which Name of Allah means “The Reckoner”?
   A: “Al-Muhsee” means “The Reckoner.”
3. Q: What is the meaning of “Al-Mubdi”?
   A: It means “The Originator.”
4. Q: Which Name of Allah is “The Restorer”?
   A: “Al-Mueed” is “The Restorer.”
5. Q: What does “Al-Muhyee” mean?
   A: It means “The Giver of Life.”
6. Q: Who is “The Creator of Death” among the Names of Allah?
   A: “Al-Mumeet” is “The Creator of Death.”
7. Q: What does “Al-Hayy” translate to in English?
   A: It translates to “The Ever-Living.”
8. Q: Which Name of Allah means “The Sustainer”?
   A: “Al-Qayyum” means “The Sustainer.”
9. Q: What is the significance of “Al-Wajid”?
   A: It means “The Finder.”
10. Q: Which Name of Allah is “The Glorious”?
    A: “Al-Majid” is “The Glorious.”
11. Q: What does “Al-Wahid” mean?
    A: It means “The One.”
12. Q: Which Name of Allah is “The Unique”?
    A: “Al-Ahad” is “The Unique.”
13. Q: What is the meaning of “As-Samad”?
    A: It means “The Eternal.”
14. Q: Which Name of Allah is “The All-Powerful”?
    A: “Al-Qadir” is “The All-Powerful.”
15. Q: What does “Al-Muqtadir” mean?
    A: It means “The Omnipotent.”

Presentation

Step 1: Pronunciation Practice

• The teacher will pronounce each Name (36-50) clearly, and pupils will repeat after the teacher to ensure correct pronunciation.

Step 2: Meaning and Memorization

• The teacher will explain the meaning of each Name in English, using flashcards, and guide pupils in memorizing them.

Step 3: Understanding the Significance

• The teacher will discuss how these Names reflect Allah’s attributes and how understanding them can influence the pupils’ lives and actions.

Teacher’s Activities

• The teacher will lead the pronunciation practice, explain the meanings, and discuss the significance of the Names of Allah.

Learners’ Activities

• Pupils will actively participate by repeating the Names, memorizing their meanings, and engaging in discussions on their significance.

Assessment

• The teacher will assess pupils’ ability to pronounce, memorize, and understand the meanings and significance of the Names of Allah.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is the meaning of “Al-Hameed”?
2. Which Name of Allah means “The Originator”?
3. Explain the significance of “Al-Muhyee.”
4. Pronounce the Name “Al-Qayyum.”
5. What does “As-Samad” mean?
6. Translate “Al-Mumeet” into English.
7. Which Name of Allah is referred to as “The Glorious”?
8. State the meaning of “Al-Wahid.”
9. How is “Al-Muqtadir” significant to our lives?
10. Recite the Name “Al-Hayy” and explain its meaning.

Conclusion

• The teacher will go around to ensure that pupils have understood the lesson and will correct any mispronunciations or misunderstandings.

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