Assignments

Lesson 2 Assignment (4 marks each) Modern Pluralism: Select one clause from the Constitution of Madinah and explain how it promotes religious tolerance in a way that is still relevant today. Rights of the Individual: How did the Constitution change the “Eye for an Eye” tribal mentality to a system of state-governed justice? The Concept of ‘Ummah’: How did the Constitution redefine the word Ummah to include all residents of Madinah under a shared civic responsibility? Mediation and Peace: Why was it important for the Prophet ﷺ to be the final arbiter for all tribes, even those who had not yet accepted Islam? Security Clauses: What were the consequences listed in the Constitution for any group that betrayed the city by siding with the Quraysh?

Lesson 1 Assignment (4 marks each) Brotherhood Contract: Draft a “Brotherhood Contract.” List three practical ways you will support a specific peer, classmate, or neighbor this month (e.g., sharing resources, academic help, or emotional support). The Masjid’s Multi-functionality: List five roles the Masjid an-Nabawi played in the early Madinan society besides being a place of worship. The Ansar’s Sacrifice: Research the story of Sa’d ibn al-Rabi (RA) and Abdur Rahman ibn Awf (RA). How did Abdur Rahman respond to the offer of wealth? Suffah—The University: Research the Ahl al-Suffah. Who were they, and what was their role in preserving Islamic knowledge? Abolishing Tribalism: Explain how the Mu’akhah system effectively ended the centuries-long feud between the tribes of Aws and Khazraj.

Lesson 2 Assignment (4 marks each) Strategic Decoys: Why was Ali (RA) choosing to sleep in the Prophet’s ﷺ bed a sign of immense courage and trust? The Route of Hijrah: Research why the Prophet ﷺ chose a southern route to go north to Madinah. How did this confuse his pursuers? Asma bint Abi Bakr (RA): What was her critical role in providing supplies to the cave, and what title did she earn for her bravery? The Promise to Suraqah: How did the promise made to Suraqah (about the Persian bracelets) eventually come true during the Caliphate of Umar (RA)? Establishing Community: What was the first act the Prophet ﷺ performed upon arriving at the outskirts of Madinah (Quba)?

Lesson 1 Assignment (4 marks each) The Buraq & Faith: Abu Bakr (RA) earned the title Al-Siddiq because of his reaction to this event. Summarize what he said and why it is a lesson in absolute trust. Salah Focus Log: Create a 3-day “Salah Focus Log.” For each prayer, note one specific thought or verse that helps you feel like you are “ascending” toward Allah. The Meeting of Prophets: Choose one Prophet the Messenger ﷺ met in the heavens and research the significance of that specific meeting. Beyond the Boundary: What is the Sidrat al-Muntaha, and why is it significant that even Jibril (AS) could not pass beyond it? Al-Aqsa’s Role: Why is Masjid al-Aqsa considered the “First Qibla” and the “Third Holiest Site” in Islam based on this journey?

Lesson 2 Assignment (4 marks each) Letter of Hope: Write a “Letter of Hope” (approx. 250 words) to someone facing a modern-day trial, using the Prophet’s ﷺ patience at Ta’if as the primary inspiration. Emotional Resilience: How did the passing of Khadijah (RA) and Abu Talib change the physical safety of the Prophet ﷺ in Makkah? The Du’a of Ta’if: Translate and explain the significance of the phrase: “If You are not angry with me, then I do not care [about these hardships].” The Miracle at the Vineyard: Who was Addas, and why is his interaction with the Prophet ﷺ in the garden of Ta’if significant? Mercy over Justice: Contrast the Prophet’s ﷺ reaction to the people of Ta’if with how a worldly leader might have reacted after being physically assaulted.

Lesson 1 Assignment (4 marks each) Mount Safa Speech: Summarize the Prophet’s ﷺ logic during his first public speech on Safa. Why did he ask them about the “army behind the hill” first? The First Martyr: Research the story of Sumayyah (RA). What does her sacrifice teach us about the strength of faith (Iman)? Abyssinian Diplomacy: Analyze the speech of Ja’far ibn Abi Talib (RA) before the Negus. How did he describe the change Islam brought to their lives? The Boycott Experience: Describe the conditions in the Valley of Abu Talib. How did the Muslims eventually get released from this social ban? Refusing Compromise: Research the offer made by the Quraysh to give the Prophet ﷺ wealth and kingship in exchange for stopping his dawah. Why did he refuse?

Lesson 2 Assignment (4 marks each) Khadijah’s Logic: Analyze the five traits Khadijah (RA) listed to prove the Prophet ﷺ was not being harmed by a demon (e.g., helping the poor, honoring ties). The Secret Strategy: Why was it strategically necessary to keep the Dawah secret for three years? What would have happened if it were public on day one? The Pioneer List: Research and list five additional “early believers” who were brought into Islam through the efforts of Abu Bakr (RA). Dar al-Arqam: Why was the home of Arqam (who was only a teenager) chosen as the secret meeting place? Traits of the Firsts: What common trait do the “First Four” believers share in terms of their personal relationship with the Prophet ﷺ?

Lesson 1 Assignment (4 marks each) The First Reaction: Summarize the emotional and physical reaction of the Prophet ﷺ immediately after leaving the cave. The Wisdom of “Iqra”: Why do you think the very first word revealed to an illiterate Prophet in a desert society was “Read”? Spiritual Solitude: Reflect on the importance of Tahannuth (seclusion). Why is it important for a leader to have moments of spiritual isolation? The Angelic Encounter: Describe the physical description of Jibril (AS) as mentioned in authentic narrations. Waraqa ibn Nawfal: Research the role of Khadijah’s cousin, Waraqa. What was his specific role in confirming the Prophet’s ﷺ mission?

Lesson 2 Assignment (4 marks each) The “Al-Ameen” Practical: List 3 personal traits of “Al-Ameen” (e.g., fulfilling promises, honesty in speech, returning items) and document one instance where you implemented each this week. Business Ethics: Identify three specific actions the Prophet ﷺ took during his trade journeys that demonstrated his integrity. Khadijah (RA) – The First Believer: Analyze why Khadijah (RA) was the ideal support system for the Prophet ﷺ before and during the start of revelation. Conflict Resolution: Summarize the Black Stone dispute. What does the Prophet’s ﷺ solution teach us about inclusivity in leadership? Refusal of Paganism: Research how the Prophet ﷺ spent his youth avoiding the idols of Makkah even before he was officially a Prophet.

Lesson 1 Assignment (4 marks each) Lineage Mapping: Create a diagram of the Prophet’s ﷺ immediate family tree, starting from his great-grandfather Hashim down to his parents. The Year of the Elephant: Research and summarize how the event of Abrahah’s army served as a “divine precursor” to the Prophet’s ﷺ birth. Desert vs. City: Contrast the benefits of a desert upbringing with the challenges of 7th-century urban life in Makkah. The Role of Halimah (RA): Describe the blessings (Barakah) Halimah’s household experienced while the Prophet ﷺ was in her care. Empathy through Loss: Write a reflection on how the Prophet’s ﷺ status as an orphan (Yateem) shaped his later teachings on social justice.