S16 E16: The One About GCSE RE Islam Practices: Salah, Saum, Night of power

Explain two ways Muslims perform Salah.

One way is when performing ablution known as wudu

This involves washing specific body parts before praying.

Another way is by completing the rakkah which are prayer movements.

These involve standing, reciting, bowing, prostrating and kneeling

Explain two ways Muslims perform Friday prayer

One way is with others at the Mosque

Jummah prayer must be performed with a group of Muslims and not alone.

Another way is listening to the sermon.

Jummah prayer involves the Imam giving a speech about current Islamic issues.

Explain two ways Muslims practice saum

One way is by not eating, drinking and sexual relations.

This is done from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan.

Another way is by staying away from sin because fasting allows Muslims more time to focus on Allah.

This means a Muslim tries to be the best Muslim they can.

Explain two ways Muslims practice the Night of Power

One way is by staying up at night to pray.

Muslims may spend the night in prayer asking Allah to forgive their sins.

Another way is reading the Quran as Ramadan was when the Quran was revealed

Muslims would read it all to receive blessings.

Explain two reasons why Salah is important to Muslims.  You must refer to sacred writings or another source of belief and teaching in your answer.

One reason is because it is one of the five pillars of Sunni Islam and 10 obligatory acts in Shia Islam.

This means it is one of the main ways Muslims worship Allah.

Another reason is that it keeps Muslims away from sin.

When Muslims pray their five daily prayers, they are constantly reminded of Allah so would be aware of their actions.

The Quran says Salah keeps you away from immorality and wrongdoing.

This shows how prayer is important to help you be a good Muslim.

Explain two reasons why Jummah prayer is important to Muslims. Refer to sacred writings or another source of belief and teaching in your answer.

One reason is because it is done on a holy day which is Friday.

The Quran says, ‘when you are called to Jummah prayer, hasten to the remembrance of Allah.'

This shows that Muslims are expected to attend Jummah.

Another reason is that it brings the Muslim community together as Friday prayer must be done in congregation

As it is believed it is 27 times more powerful

Explain two reasons why fasting is important to Muslims. Refer to sacred writings or another source of belief and teaching in your answer.

One reason fasting is important to Muslims is because it's a pillar of Islam.

It is done in the holiest month, Ramadan, and it's seen as an important act of worship.

Another reason is that it makes Muslims more aware of Allah.

When fasting, they are constantly aware that Allah is watching them, so they would improve their behaviour.

The Quran says 'fasting makes you God conscious.'

This shows the main purpose of fasting is to build a strong connection with Allah.

Explain two reasons why the night of power important to Muslims. Refer to sacred writings or another source of belief and teaching in your answer.

One reason is because it is the night the Quran is revealed.

The Quran says read in the name of your Lord.

These were the first words revealed to Prophet Mohammed on this night.

This shows why the Quran is recited a lot on this night

Another reason is the night of blessings where Allah forgives sins and multiplies the rules for the people.

It is believed to be worth 1000 months

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