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Fardh, obligatory, eg Salah, reward and punishment
Wa’jib, essential, eg time and seasons of performing Ibadah, reward and punishment
Hala’l, lawful, eg marriage, reward & punishment
Haram, prohibited, eg drinking alcohol, reward and punishment
Sunnah, optional, eg order of greeting, reward & no punishment
Swahih, action done correctly, eg intention in fasting, reward & punishment
Baathil, action wrongly done, eg praying without Wudhu, reward and punishment
Makruh, hated by law, eg movements during prayers, reward & no punishment
Mubah, permissible, eg eating elaborate food, neither reward nor punishment.

(8x1 = 8 Marks)

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Describe the undesirable act s in prayers

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Describe the undesirable act s in prayers. (5 mks)

Describe 5 undesirable acts in prayers.

Praying while thirsty or hungry.
One should avoid looking at anything which destructs concentration.
One should avoid the wrong positions by either joining the feet too closely.
Raising his or her eyes to heaven or close them. The eyes should be open.
Eating garlic, onions which has pleasant odour should not join the jama prayer until after rinsing his/her mouth for this may cause annoyance to the worshippers.
By passing infront of anyone performing the prayer no matter what inconvenience the waiting may cause.

5 x 1 = 5marks

Describe the undesirable act s in prayers

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Discuss the significance of believing in Qadar (predestination)

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Discuss the significance of believing in Qadar (predestination). (7 mks)

To guide him to invite others to the straight path of Islam.
To condition him not to fear anyone but God.
To teach him not to hope an atom of benefit from anyone except Allah.
To accustom him not to loss courage in want.
It assures man that all matters follow a defined course, none overtakes its define course.
It stresses the belief that Allah is powerful and whatever he wills happens according to his plans.

7 x 1 = 7marks

Discuss the significance of believing in Qadar (predestination).

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Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh

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Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh. (4 mks)

Differences between Shariah and Figh

Sharia is laid down by Allah and the prophet while fiqh is largely the result of human Endeavor.
It is a wider circle and embraces all human activities while fiqh is a narrower one an deals with legal acts.
Shariah is fixed and does not change while fiqh changes according to time and circumstances.
Its laws are general while fiqh are specific.

4 x 1 = 4marks

Outline four differences between Sharia and fiqh

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Effects of envy in the society, Rules formulated by Imam Bukhari to collect and record the Hadith, Themes in Al-Muwatta of Imam Malik

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(a) Effects of envy in the society.

Hatred
fights
murder
witchcraft
Gossips
Insults
Backbiting
Bad thoughts
Disunity

Any other relevant point.
(8 x 1 = 8 Marks)

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Discuss how Hajj helps a Muslim to advance spiritually

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Discuss how Hajj helps a Muslim to advance spiritually. (10 mks

How Hajj helps to advance spiritually.

It is an act of worship which draws Muslims nearer to Allah.
The Ihram won during Hajj is a symbol of man’s servitude to God.
During Hajj a person is indifferent to everything else except the divine pleasure, a person abandons everything worldly which his thoughts are constantly occupied by remembrance of Allah.
Reatation of Talbiya throughout the period of hajji signifies a person’s desire to sacrifice oneself for the pleasure of Allah.
The act of sacrificing an animal is an expression of a person desire to sacrifice oneself for the pleasure of Allah.
All pilgrims performing rites at the same time used terms that Allah is one and hia religions is one.
Casting of stones at the pillars constitutes of rejection of evil in a person’s life.
A person suppresses his lust for material things with the aim of seeking Divine pleasure.
It reminds a person of the day of judgment which help a person to shun worldly pleasures for a better life in there hereafter.
It helps in controlling the natural passions such as sex and concentrate in worship.
Pride and annoyance leave a person and he inclines towards simple, unassuming habits, peace and tranquility.
A person repents his past sins and resolve not to repeat them.
Patience is safa wal marwa.

10 x 1 = 10marks

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State the characteristics of the revealed scriptures.

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State the characteristics of the revealed scriptures. (8 marks)

Characteristics of the revealed scriptures:

They are from Allah.
They were revealed to the prophets
They all mention the origin of human beings.
They teach on the unity of Allah.
They talk of existence of angels.
They talk of the belief in the prophets of Allah.
They talk of the existence of heaven and hell.
They teach moral values.
They teach on sanctity of human life.
They direct man on how to worship.

(8x1=8marks)

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State the difference between Zakatul Mal and Zakatul fitr.

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State the difference between Zakatul Mal and Zakatul fitr. (5 mks)

Differences between Zakatul Fitr and Zakatul Mal.

Zakat mal is paid when it has reached Nisab while fitr is given out during the month of Ramadhan.
Zakatuk fitr is paid by every person be it rich or poor, man, woman sane, insane, while Zakatul Mal is paid by the rich to the poor.
Zakatul Mal purifies one’s wealth while Zakatul fitr purifies one’s fasting.
Swalatul Idd Zakatul fitr becomes charity sadaga hence swadagal reward, while zakatul Mal it has no specific time scheduled. It would depend on its Nisab.
Good payable for Zakatul Mal categories while fitr is equivalent to staple food. (5x1=5 marks)

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Describe the benefit of Tawba.

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Describe the benefit of Tawba. (8 mks)

Benefits of Tawba

It is the sign of proper and complete faith.
One earns the love of Allah because Allah loves those who purify themselves.
It protects one honour, blood and wealth because repentance is accepted unless these are returned to their owners.
It eliminates anxiety, distress, and worry.
It brings peace and tranquility in the community as sinners give up sinning.
Love and harmony spreads in the society.
It brightens the heart which has been darkened by sins.
Forgiveness of Allah showers those who repent.
One is covered with the mercy of Allah.
Rewarded
To guide him to invite others to the straight path of Islam.
To condition him not to fear anyone but God.
To teach him not to hope an atom of benefit from anyone except Allah.
To accustom him not to loss courage in want.
It assures man that all matters follow a defined course, none overtakes its define course.
It stresses the belief that Allah is powerful and whatever he wills happens according to his plans.

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Discuss the contribution made by Imam Abu Hanifah to Islam.

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Discuss the contribution made by Imam Abu Hanifah to Islam. (8 marks)

Contribution made by Imam Abu Hanifa.

He strictly followed Shariah in judging legal matters and accepted the four sources of shariah.
He also accepted Istihsan a provision made in public.
Interest in his school of thought.
He set up a committee of experts on figh hadith, Tafssir and other branches of learning.
He wrote many books e.g. Usul Ul fiqh which dealt with legal matters.
He became a centre of public opinion and a leader known for independent opinions as he often addressed corrupt leaders.
His opinion on knowledge encouraged his students not to seek knowledge for material benefit.
He is the founder of Hanafi school of thought.

( 4x2=8marks)

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Outline the qualities of an Imam according to the shia belief.

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Outline the qualities of an Imam according to the shia belief. (5 marks)

Qualities of an Imam according to the Shia .

Trustworthy
He is appointed by Allah through previous Imams to represent the prophet.
Should be good model for others to follow.
Should be conversant with the Divine laws.
Should be pious, just, upright and brave.
Should be a descendant of the family of the prophet.
Should always be available for people to receive their guidance.
The Iman is Maasum (infallible)

(5x1=5marks)

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Discuss the effect of anger.

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Discuss the effect of anger. (10 marks)

Effects of Anger.

It annoys the beneficent.
It gives birth to hatred, envy and jealousy
It mostly lead to giving excuses, apologies when it is too late.
People distance themselves from him and have fear of being close to him.
It leads to loss of respect as one will quarrel.
It may lead to fighting , injuries and even death.
It causes severance of relationship, including divorce,
It may lead to loosing something badly needed by someone.
It is the cause of many diseases such as ulcers, acidics, pressure, heart attack.
It widens the circle of enemies.
It gives room to your adversaries to rejoice. (10x1=10marks)