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Significance of visiting Madina after Hajj or Umra.

2/4/2021

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Significance of visiting Madina after Hajj or Umra.( 6 marks)

Elicits divine rewards.
Enables Muslims to visit the tomb of the Prophet(S.A.W)
Enables Muslims to perform prayers at the prophet’s mosque.
Enables Muslims to visit the tomb of Abubakr and Omar (R.A.A)
Enables Muslims to appreciate Islamic history.
Enables Muslims to appreciate Islamic cultural heritage.

(6x1 marks)

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Discuss how Hajj helps a Muslim to advance spiritually

31/3/2021

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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 tranguility.
A person repents his past sins and resolve not to repeat them.
Patience is safa wal marwa.

10 x 1 = 10marks

Discuss how Hajj helps a Muslim to advance spiritually

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Mention six main activities of Hajj.

31/3/2021

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Mention six main activities of Hajj.(6marks)

Putting on Ihram and niyyah at the appointed station (miqaat)
To perform Tawaf ziyarah
To spend night in muzdalifa
Standing on Arafa
To spend night in Mina
Stonning the three jamarat
Performing say’i

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Describe the performance of Hajj in order

26/3/2021

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Describe the performance of Hajj in order (10 marks)

One must be put himself in a state of ihram before miqat and also prepare himself.
Do Tawful Qudum and the first Saai before Dhuhur
Go to Mina on the eighth, day and spend a night there
Proceed to Arafat on the night day after fajr prayer.
Go to Muzdalifa and carry seven stones
On 10th day throw the stones at mina and make a sacrifice there.
Men can share their hair and women can cut their hairs short.
Proceed to mecca to perform the 2th Tawaf called Tawwaful Ifadha.
Go back to mina and spend a night there.
On the 11th and 12th day continue throwing stones on the three Jamaarat
Final performance the final Tawaf called Tawaful Widha.

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Explain the importance of Hajj

25/3/2021

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Explain the importance of Hajj. (10mks)

It is the largest annual convention of faith where Muslims meet and interact with one another and hence promote their common affairs. The theme of peace is stressed throughout the Hajj period, there is peace with God and one’s soul and peace within one another.
It demonstrates universality of Islam, brotherhood and equality of all Muslims, Muslims from all walks of life assemble, observe the same regulation and perform the same prayers through humility and devotion.
It confirms the commitment of Muslims to God and their readiness to forsake the material interests in his service.
Hajj is performed solely for Allah and for fulfillment of the duty prescribed by him. This act of worship shows that one has fear of God and love for him; that he faces hardship and willingly sacrifices his wealth and comfort for his pleasure.
Hajj brings the realization that one must do good and desist from abuse, indecency, dishonesty and bickering because he is preceding on the path of God.
The state of purity (iran) makes a person avoid certain habits which were apart of the everyday life at home. This causes his pride to disappear and humility and peace of mind to grow.

(any 5 x 2=10mks)

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List down three important pre-requisties of hajj.

24/3/2021

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List down three important pre-requisties of hajj. (3mks)

Pre-requisites for Hajj.

To have enough money to cover expenses.
To be sane.
Should be a free person and not a slave.
To ensure safety on the route for Mecca.
For a woman should be accompanied by a man.
Ensure travel documents are in order.
Ensure money to be used was legally acquired.
Ensure enough provision for the dependants.
One should bid farewell and ask for forgiveness before undertaking the journey.
One should be free from debts.

(1×10=10mks)

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Give social and spiritual importance of hajj.

24/3/2021

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Give social and spiritual importance of hajj. (10mks)

Social importance of hijj.

Hajj removes social prejudices.
It’s a symbol of Unity and brotherhood.
An annual gathering to share issues all over the world.
It brings equality- dressing/eating/prayers.
Mixing of different nationalities/races/tribes.

(1×5=5mks)

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Discuss the significance of Hajj in Islam.

23/3/2021

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c) Discuss the significance of Hajj in Islam. (9mks)

Significance of Hajj in Islam

It is a true manifestation of equality
The reward for an accepted hajj is admittance to paradise
It is a great sign of obedience to Allah by performing the hajj rituals as required
Hajj shows brotherhood in the sense that all the pilgrims put the same Ihram and follow the same procedure of the various manaasik.
There is total eternal peace and tranquility within the territory of Makkah and Madina during the hajj season.
It teaches Muslims on proper time management and punctuality since the various acts of hajj are performed in specific dates, times and places.
It is a reminder of the grand assembly on the day of judgment when the pilgrims stand at Arafat.
Hajj performance strengthens the faith of the pilgrims and also the rest of the Muslims in the world.
It instills in a person perseverance since the acts are done under hard and difficult conditions especially sa’yi and thwawaaf.
Hajj symbolizes the oneness of mankind and its common origin from Adam (A.S) and signifies the unity of the Muslim Ummanh
There is a growth of piety and virtuousness as the attention of the pilgrims is diverted from world affairs to the course of Allah.

(1x9mks)

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Conditions to be fulfilled before going for Hajj.

22/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 4(a) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(a) Conditions to be fulfilled before going for Hajj. (10 marks)

Should ensure that the expenses to be spent on Hajj are from lawful sources.
Must ensure that he/she has cleared all debts/must be free from debts.
Must make sure that he/she leaves behind enough money for the family expenses,
Should ensure that he/she has enough resources/means/money to undertake the Hajj.
A woman should be accompanied by a Mahram.
One should be sane/of sound mind.
One must be a free person.
Should bid farewell to relatives and friends.
Ensure that the way/route to Makkah/Hajj is safe.
Should have the knowledge of the performance of Hajj the rituals and regulations.
Should seek for forgiveness from those he/she has wronged.
Pilgrims should be mature and physically fit.

(10x1=10 marks)

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Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.

19/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(c) with Answers.

(c) Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.(5 marks)

Reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.

if a pilgrim breaks the rules of Ihram.
if a pilgrim did not adhere/follow the restrictions of Ihram after performing Umrah.
if a pilgrim combines Umrah and Hajj together.
if a pilgrim fails to spend a night at Muzdalifa.
if a pilgrim fails to spend three nights in Mina.
if a pilgrim fails to throw stones at the Jirnaar.

(5 X 1=5 marks)

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Discuss how the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims.

19/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(a) with Answers.

(a) Discuss how the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims. (10 marks)

How the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims.

All Muslims perform same rituals and follow the same regulations symbolizing unity among them.
Uniformity of dress is a sign of unity e.g. all Muslims wear the Ihram.
Prohibitions during Hajj apply to all pilgrims e.g. they are prohibited from destroying vegetation, use of perfume etc.
Observance of humility and simplicity of dress and food applies to all pilgrims hence, creates unity.
All pilgrims engage in the same spiritual activities e.g. chanting of labayk.
Muslims interact, exchange ideas and are able to assist each other in any issue hence symbolizes unity.
Muslims from all over the world gather in one place to worship Allah.
The rite of slaughtering during Hajj performed by Muslims all over the world symbolizes unity.
Congregating at Arafat is a symbol of unity.
Performance of Hajj itself by all Muslims is a symbol of unity.

(5 x 2 = 10 marks)

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Significance of visiting Madina after Hajj or Umra.

Significance of visiting Madina after Hajj or Umra.( 6 marks)

Discuss how Hajj helps a Muslim to advance spiritually

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

Mention six main activities of Hajj.

Mention six main activities of Hajj.(6marks)

Describe the performance of Hajj in order

Describe the performance of Hajj in order (10 marks)

Explain the importance of Hajj

Explain the importance of Hajj. (10mks)

List down three important pre-requisties of hajj.

List down three important pre-requisties of hajj. (3mks)

Give social and spiritual importance of hajj.

Give social and spiritual importance of hajj. (10mks)

Discuss the significance of Hajj in Islam.

c) Discuss the significance of Hajj in Islam. (9mks)

Conditions to be fulfilled before going for Hajj.

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 4(a) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(a) Conditions to be fulfilled before going for Hajj. (10 marks)

Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(c) with Answers.

(c) Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.(5 marks)

Discuss how the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims.

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(a) with Answers.

(a) Discuss how the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims. (10 marks)

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Significance of visiting Madina after Hajj or Umra.( 6 marks)

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

Mention six main activities of Hajj.(6marks)

Describe the performance of Hajj in order (10 marks)

​​Explain the importance of Hajj. (10mks)

List down three important pre-requisties of hajj. (3mks)

Give social and spiritual importance of hajj. (10mks)

c) Discuss the significance of Hajj in Islam. (9mks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2009 Question 4(a) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(a) Conditions to be fulfilled before going for Hajj. (10 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(c) with Answers.

​(c) Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.(5 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 5(a) with Answers.

(a) Discuss how the performance of Hajj creates unity among Muslims. (10 marks)

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Explain the importance of Hajj. (10mks)

(c) Give five reasons that make it compulsory for Muslims to slaughter during Hajj.(5 marks)