Understanding Hadith and Sunnah in Islam Islamic Religious Studies JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Islamic Religious Studies JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: JSS 1
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Age: 11 – 12 years
Topic: Meaning of Hadith and Sunnah
Sub-topic: Understanding the Significance of Hadith and Sunnah in Islam
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Define Hadith and Sunnah.
2. Explain the difference between Hadith and Sunnah.
3. List examples of Sunnah.
4. Understand the importance of following the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
5. Recognize the categories of Sunnah.

Keywords:

• Hadith
• Sunnah
• Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W)
• Practices
• Customs

Set Induction:

Begin by asking the students if they have heard the term Hadith or Sunnah and what they understand by it. Use their responses to introduce the topic.

Entry Behaviour:

Students may already be familiar with the concept of Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W) life and teachings.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Audio recordings of Hadith
• Qur’an and Hadith books

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The students already know about Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) as the last prophet and that Muslims follow his teachings.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening
• Speaking
• Reading
• Religious Values

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Islamic Religious Studies Textbook for JSS 1

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with examples of Sunnah
• Pictures of daily practices of the Prophet
• Printed Hadith

Content:

1. Definition of Hadith:
   The word “Hadith” comes from Arabic and means “a report,” “account,” or “narrative.” It is a collection of traditions that contain sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
2. Definition of Sunnah:
   Sunnah is an Arabic word meaning “path” or “way.” It refers to the legal way, orders, or acts of worship, and the customary behaviour followed by Muslims based on Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W) actions.
3. Relationship between Hadith and Sunnah:
   Hadith serves as the main source of Sunnah. While Hadith refers to the sayings and accounts of the Prophet, Sunnah includes his actions, habits, and practices.
4. Types of Sunnah:
   • Sunnah Qawliyyah: Specific words spoken by the Prophet.
   • Sunnah Fi’liyyah: Habits and practices of the Prophet.
   • Sunnah Taqriyyah: The silent approval of actions by the Prophet.
5. Examples of Sunnah:
   • Performing ablution before Salat (prayers).
   • Speaking good or keeping silent.
   • Visiting the sick.
   • Feeding the hungry.

Evaluation: (Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)

1. The word “Hadith” means __________.
   a) Story
   b) Report
   c) Belief
   d) Command
2. Hadith is a collection of sayings and actions of __________.
   a) Angels
   b) Prophets
   c) Allah
   d) Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W)
3. Sunnah refers to the __________ of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
   a) Customs
   b) Dreams
   c) Thoughts
   d) Instructions
4. __________ is the legal way followed by Muslims based on Prophet Muhammad’s actions.
   a) Quran
   b) Hadith
   c) Sunnah
   d) Taqriyah
5. Sunnah Taqriyyah is the __________ approval by the Prophet.
   a) Silent
   b) Verbal
   c) Written
   d) Physical

Class Activity Discussion: (FAQs with Answers)

1. What is Hadith?
   Hadith is a report or collection of sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
2. What is Sunnah?
   Sunnah refers to the customs, actions, and practices of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) followed by Muslims.
3. How is Hadith different from Sunnah?
   Hadith contains the words and accounts of the Prophet, while Sunnah includes his actions and behaviour.
4. Why is Sunnah important?
   Sunnah is important because it shows the practical way of living according to Islamic teachings.
5. What are the types of Sunnah?
   The types are Sunnah Qawliyyah (spoken words), Sunnah Fi’liyyah (actions), and Sunnah Taqriyyah (silent approval).
6. Give examples of Sunnah.
   Performing ablution before prayer, visiting the sick, and speaking good or staying silent.
7. What is Sunnah Fi’liyyah?
   It refers to the habits and actions of the Prophet.
8. What is Sunnah Qawliyyah?
   It refers to the specific words spoken by the Prophet.
9. What does Sunnah Taqriyyah mean?
   It refers to the silent approval of the Prophet to actions done in his presence.
10. How do Muslims follow the Sunnah?
    Muslims follow the Sunnah by imitating the Prophet’s actions and habits in their daily lives.

Presentation:

Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topic on “Kalimatu Shahadat” and how it relates to the declaration of faith.

Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the meaning of Hadith and Sunnah and their role in guiding Muslim behaviour.

Step 3:
The teacher asks the students to list any practices they know that Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) followed, and together they discuss whether these are Hadith or Sunnah.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explains the meaning of Hadith and Sunnah.
• Provides examples of Sunnah followed by Muslims.
• Reads out a few simple Hadith from a collection.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
• Recite examples of Sunnah they know.
• Ask questions to clarify the difference between Hadith and Sunnah.

Assessment: (Evaluation Questions)

1. What does the word Hadith mean?
2. What is the meaning of Sunnah?
3. What is the difference between Hadith and Sunnah?
4. What are the three types of Sunnah?
5. Why is Sunnah important for Muslims?
6. Give two examples of Sunnah.
7. What is Sunnah Qawliyyah?
8. What is Sunnah Fi’liyyah?
9. How does Sunnah Taqriyyah differ from other types of Sunnah?
10. How do Muslims apply Hadith in their daily lives?

Conclusion:

The teacher moves around the class to check students’ responses and correct their work. The teacher encourages students to continue learning more about Hadith and Sunnah as they are essential parts of Islamic teachings.

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