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Incident of Ghadir- khum according to the Shia.

2/4/2021

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Incident of Ghadir- khum according to the Shia.(10 marks)

A few weeks before prophet Muhammad’s death, he set out to perform the farewell pilgrimage (Hijjatul wida) at Mecca.
On the return journey, He stopped at a place called Ghadir Khum and asked Bilal to sound Adhan.
He then addressed the assembly and asked ; Am I not close to you than you are to yourselves?’’ ‘’Yes’’ the crowd replied.
He then took Ali’s hand, raised it before the assembly and said “Every one whose patron Iam has Ali as a patron also. O Allah be a friend to whoever is a friend to Ali and be the enemy to all his enemies. Help those who help him and leave those who desert him”
By these words the prophet(S.A.W) designated Ali as his chosen successor

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

2/4/2021

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Tremors.
Decay of faith.
Increase in sensuality.
Diseases.
Elevation of mean persons to positions of power.

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Why Qadhaa is not Qadr

2/4/2021

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Why Qadhaa is not Qadr

Why Qadhaa is not Qadr

Qadhaa is the will of God that decrees things from eternity while Qadr is God’s creation of things in certain proportions and qualities.
Qadhaa is the measuring while Qadr is measured.
Qadhaa is what is decreed in a general manner while Qadr is what is decreed in a specific manner.
Qadhaa is eternal while Qadr is relatively recent.
Qadhaa is irrevocable while Qadr may be changed.

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Favors granted to a Muslim traveler

2/4/2021

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Favors granted to a Muslim traveler

Favors granted to a Muslim traveler

Exemption from fasting.
Receipt of Zakat when stranded.
Allowed to shorten prayers.
Allowed to combine prayers.
Allowed to postpone prayers.
Exemption from performance of wudhuu/ may perform Tayammum

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Examples of ijma practiced by the rightly guided Caliphs.

2/4/2021

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Examples of ijma practiced by the rightly guided Caliphs.(5 marks)

Election of Caliph Abubakar.
Observing Taraweh in congregation.
Compilation of the Qur an.
Introduction of second Adhan on Fridays.
Introduction of 20 rakaats for Taraweh.

(5x1 marks)

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Types of Saum according to the teachings of Islam

2/4/2021

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Types of Saum according to the teachings of Islam (4 marks)

Kafara

Fast observed to expiate for a deliberate sin.

Nadhir

Fast observed to fulfill one’s vow to Allah.

Qadhaa
Fast observed to redeem omitted fasts of the month of Ramadhan.
Sunna

Voluntary fasts as recommended by prophet (S.A.W)

Fardh

Obligatory fast observed during the month of Ramadhan.

(4 x2 marks)

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Conditions for acceptable Tawbah.

2/4/2021

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Conditions for acceptable Tawbah.( 6 marks)

One should forsake sin.
One should feel sorrow/remorse for committing a sin.
One should resolve not to return to sin.
One should make amends for committed sin.
One should repent at the appropriate time.i.e. Immediately after sin is committed before occurrence of death.
One should accompany repentance with righteous works.

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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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Views of prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) on envy and jealousy.

2/4/2021

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Views of prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) on envy and jealousy. (5 marks)

It nullifies good deeds.
It is destructive.
It is a form of impiety.
It deprives one of Allah’s mercy and grace.
It should be avoided by Muslims.
It is a spiritual disease.

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Subject content of Imam Malik’s Al-muwatta

1/4/2021

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Subject content of Imam Malik’s Al-muwatta (5 marks)

Devotional acts( prayer and its times, Zakat, Saum, Hajj, Sadaqa)

Marriage and divorce.
The Qibla.
The Qur an.
Burial.
Vows and oaths.
Game, sacrificial animals and slaughtering.
Inheritance (wills and testaments, fixed shares of inherience)
Jihad
Aqiqa
Suckling.
Business transactions.
Blood money.
Madina.

Moral values.
Descriptions and names of the prophet.
Evil eye.
Hair.
Visions.
Greetings.
Speech.
Jahannam.
Knowledge.
Supplication of the unjustly treated.
Knowledge.

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How Hadith has influenced the Muslim’s way of life.

1/4/2021

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How Hadith has influenced the Muslim’s way of life. (5 marks)

Moulds and perfects a Muslims character.
Provides a source of wisdom and wisdom.
Reinforces a Muslim’s faith.
Promotes piety.
Inspires a Muslim in his daily life.

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Problems encountered in the standardization of the Quran during the reign of caliph Uthman.

1/4/2021

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Problems encountered in the standardization of the Quran during the reign of caliph Uthman.( 6 marks)

Lack of proper Arabic script (system of writing)
Lack of proper writing materials.
Scarcity of writing materials.
Existence of different versions of the Quran.
Existence of different Arabic dialects.
Existence of different readings of the Quran.

(6x1 marks)

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Circumstances under which Suratul fill was revealed.

1/4/2021

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Circumstances under which Suratul fill was revealed. (7 marks)

Abraha Ashram’s envy of Mecca’s fame and sacredness.
Establishment of Ecclesia (AI Qalis) cathedral in Sanaa by Abraha Ashram.
Abraha Ashram’s bid to force Arabs to make pilgrimage to the Ecclesia (AI Qalis) cathedral.
Arabs’ defiance of Abraha Ashram.
Abraha Ashram’s march to Mecca to destroy the Ka’aba with an army of 60,000 soldiers and 13 elephants.
Meccan’s fleeing from Abraha Ashram’s advancing army.
Abdul Muttalib’s supplication for divine intervention.
Allah’s unleashing of miraculous birds with pellets of baked clay (Sijjil).
Destruction of Abraha Ashram’s Army.
Birth of prophet Muhammad(S.A.W).

(7x2 marks)

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Reasons why some Muslims find it difficult to read the Quran regularly.

1/4/2021

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Reasons why some Muslims find it difficult to read the Qu an regularly. (5 marks)

Secularization
Ignorance.
Pop culture influence.
Influence of non Muslims.
Technological innovations.
Negative peer influence.
Negative socio- cultural environment.
Negative media influence.
Materialism.
Decay of faith.

(5x1 marks)

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Giving relevant examples identify five styles used by Allah to convey His missing message in the Quran.

1/4/2021

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Giving relevant examples identify five styles used by Allah to convey His missing message in the Quran.

Narratives (e.g. Q 3:35 -55)
Smiles (e.g. Q 105:5)
Rhetorical questions (Q55:60,37:91 -92)
Metaphor(Q19:4,21:18)
Parenthesis (Q7:42,4:73)
Stress (Q29:62,3:92)
Hyperbole (Q7:40,33:10)
Alliteration (Q33:71,77:20)
Antithesis(Q35:7,9:82)
Assonance (Q88:25-26)

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Sura al Hujurat lays rules on how Muslims should solve their disputes relative with each other. Causes of conflicts in the society according to the Sura.

1/4/2021

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Sura al Hujurat lays rules on how Muslims should solve their disputes relative with each other. Causes of conflicts in the society according to the Sura.

Injustice
Lack of respect for one another’s right to privacy and personal space.
Suspicion
Inequality
Ridicule, mockery and taunting other
Backbiting others.

(5x2 marks)

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Discuss the significance of believing in Qadar (predestination).

31/3/2021

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

Significance of believing in Qadar (predestination).

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.

(7x1=7 marks)

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Explain the characteristics of the revealed books of Allah (sw) .

31/3/2021

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Explain the characteristics of the revealed books of Allah (sw) . (6marks)

It is revealed in the language of the nation that was sent to
It contains the stories of the past nations
It contains the laws of Allah
The book contains the attributes of Allah SWT
The books emphasise on Tawheed and denounces shirk
They guided mankind on how to worship Allah
They all taught about the hidden world I.e paradise and hell
Angel jabril was involved in their revelation
They contain the speech of Allah
The message was ment to be everlasting
They were revealed to prophets of Allah

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Discuss the relevance of the belief in Qadar.

31/3/2021

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Discuss the relevance of the belief in Qadar. (8marks)

It strengthens a Muslim belief in Allah as the sole creator of the universe.
It promotes contentment in a Muslim
It guides Muslims towards tawakkul
It encourages monotheism thus directing all forms of worship to Allah only
It generates in a Muslim moral and spiritual strength in situations of despair
It makes Muslims to have Taqwa and be steadfast in the religion
It promotes patience, perseverance and endurance when dealing with worldly challenges
It teaches Muslims to be humble, modest , transparent and accountable in all their dealings
Creates in a person a sense of contentment .
Increases ones Iman by fulfilling the pillars of faith hence lives an upright life
Crates in a person peace as one is always composed hence become rational

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Give the rational of forbidding Shirk in Islam.

31/3/2021

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Give the rational of forbidding Shirk in Islam. (6marks)

It is an act that defies the oneness of Allah
It involves taking away the right of Allah SWT i.e the right
One loses dignity by engaging in shirk as it involves some uncivilized activities such as night running
Shirk makes a community to be inflicted with calamities and natural phenomena
It create enmity in the society since people will always be suspicious of each other
Shirk puts one into poverty as Allah will not bless any wealth acquired by one who practices shirk
It may lead to death as some rituals are dangerous/ require human sacrifice or witchcraft
It leads to psychological problems as one is stressed or li s in fear (witchcraft)
Makes people not to engage in lawful activities hence relay on shortcuts

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Discuss the challenges of zakat collection in Kenya .

31/3/2021

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Discuss the challenges of zakat collection in Kenya .(8marks)

There is no proper body accountable for the collection of zakat
Some muslims are not aware if there is any organization that is in charge of collecting zakat
Some rich people prefer to give zakat on their own
Corruption on the recipients as some of them do not deserve
There is little trust among the rich and those in charge of collecting zakat
Lack of data on who deserves zagat
Zakat is not paid at the same time
No information on who is supposed to give hence the rich do not want to disclose their wealth
Poverty levels are different (the society has many dynamics)
Lack of officials / authorized and recognized body to collect zakat

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Highlight five ways of asking for tawbah (forgiveness).

31/3/2021

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Highlight five ways of asking for tawbah (forgiveness). (5marks)

Slaughtering an animal
Fasting kafarah fasts
Releasing a slave
Feeding the poor sixty days
Performance e of hajj
Performing taiba Nashua by(He / she must stop doing the sinful acts,)
One must make a firm commitment not to return to the sinful acts
One must feel sorry and regret for having committed the sin
One has to have strong belief that Allah is ready to accept our tawba
If it involves the right of others then one should compensate

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Discuss the relevance of the sunnah acts observed during the month of Ramadhan.

31/3/2021

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Discuss the relevance of the sunnah acts observed during the month of Ramadhan. (7marks)

Takes one closer to Allah (SWT) as Allah loves those who do sunnah acts by uplifting ones faith
Brings unity and brotherhood e.g when people pray together taraweh
One gets thawab more
Creates a sense of responsibility when sharing iftar
Wellness and healthy living by breaking fast with dates
Eating suhur makes one enagetic
Reading the quran is both rewarding and preserved the quran
Avoiding israf makes one preserve and avoid wastage
Paying zakatul fitr creates a sense of responsibility
Avoid anger this create peace

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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 factors that led the emergence of schools of thought.

31/3/2021

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Describe the factors that led the emergence of schools of thought.(6marks)

The need to resolve the differences in the interpretation and understanding of the Quran
The need to remove the differences in the interpretation and understanding of Hadith and sunnah
Emergence of new sitautions that had not existed during the ealier times
The muslim empire expanded to far areas which had unique problems that require solutions based on their geographical positions and cultural background
The question of who to rely on upon authority ; is it the people of hadith (ahlul hadith) or people of personal opinion (ahlul-Ra’yi )
Competition in acquiring knowledge which give to rise to different opinions among the scholars also contributed to the rise of the madh-habs

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Incident of Ghadir- khum according to the Shia.(10 marks)

​Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Why Qadhaa is not Qadr ​

​Favors granted to a Muslim traveler

Examples of ijma practiced by the rightly guided Caliphs.(5 marks)

Types of Saum according to the teachings of Islam (4 marks)

​Conditions for acceptable Tawbah.( 6 marks)

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

Views of prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) on envy and jealousy. (5 marks)

Subject content of Imam Malik’s Al-muwatta (5 marks)

How Hadith has influenced the Muslim’s way of life. (5 marks)

Problems encountered in the standardization of the Quran during the reign of caliph Uthman.( 6 marks)

Circumstances under which Suratul fill was revealed. (7 marks)

Reasons why some Muslims find it difficult to read the Qu an regularly. (5 marks)

Giving relevant examples identify five styles used by Allah to convey His missing message in the Quran.

Sura al Hujurat lays rules on how Muslims should solve their disputes relative with each other. Causes of conflicts in the society according to the Sura.

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

Explain the characteristics of the revealed books of Allah (sw) . (6marks)

Discuss the relevance of the belief in Qadar. (8marks)

Give the rational of forbidding Shirk in Islam. (6marks)

Discuss the challenges of zakat collection in Kenya .(8marks)

​Highlight five ways of asking for tawbah (forgiveness). (5marks)

Discuss the relevance of the sunnah acts observed during the month of Ramadhan. (7marks)

Mention six main activities of Hajj.(6marks)

Describe the factors that led the emergence of schools of thought.(6marks)

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Proofs of the occurrence of the Day of Judgment.

Why Qadhaa is not Qadr

Favors granted to a Muslim traveler

Conditions for acceptable Tawbah.( 6 marks)

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

Highlight five ways of asking for tawbah (forgiveness). (5marks)