Acquiring Knowledge
What is an important part of islam?
What does Ash-Shukr mean?
Ash-shukr (الشكر (is the Arabic word for being thankful.
Why should we be kind to our parents?
They have given us the biggest blessing in the world: life
What are some signs of people who have faith?
They respect other people’s rights
They forgive easily
They honor their promises
What is Truthfulness?
Truthfulness (الصدق aṣ–Ṣidq in Arabic) is one of the most liked akhlāq traits
?What are some tips to stay focused in class?
Put away any distractions.
Plan out your day so that you are most energetic during class time.
Have a defined goal, and always keep this goal in mind to focus better.
What are the level of Thankfulness
The first level is to recognize who has given you all the great blessings in your heart.
The second level of thankfulness is where you use your tongue to say thank you to Allah.
The third and most important level is showing thankfulness through our actions.
What are some ways we can respect our parents?
Saying “yes” immediately
Helping your mother in the kitchen.
Helping your father in the garage or garden outside.
Kissing your mom’s cheek.
And many other ways!!
Name 3 qualities of a believer according to Imām ʿAlī (ʿa):
When powerful, forgives easily
Generous in appropriate ways
His behavior is gentle
What is the best reward for being truthful?
If we are truthful, we will get closer to Allah and make Him content with us. There is nothing greater than Allah being content with us, because Allah Himself says that this is “the great attainment.”
Based on the ḥadīth by the Noble Prophet (ṣ), what is a person’s duty in gaining knowledge?
Seek knowledge, no matter where you have to go.
What are some signs of ungrateful people?
There are 4 signs of someone who is beingungrateful:
1. Always complaining.
2. Speaking or thinking negatively about most things.
3. Not talking to others about their mistakes directly, but rather mentions them behind their back (ghībah).
4. Exaggerating others’ bad deeds.
What are some of our responsibilities?
1. Respecting our mother and father
2. Being kind and serving our mother and father
3. Not saying anything that will hurt them, even an “ugh!”
4. Speaking to our parents kindly, even when we are frustrated
5. Dealing with them humbly, not arrogantly
What is something you can do to practice good faith?
Treat people with respect and kindness
Truthfulness is not just limited to our words, but should also shine through in our actions.
Truth or false?
Truth.
What does Pre-Studying mean as a study tip?
take a few minutes to look over the lesson that the teacher will be teaching the next day, it will help you better understand the material.
How can we be thankful?
1. Being Positive?
2. Offering Salah
3. Appreciating Others
What is a Hadith about parents?
It has been reported that: “Looking at the face of your mother or father with respect is like looking at the Kaʿbah, the reward is the same.”
What is one duty of a believer toward someone in need?
Be concerned about the needy, try to relieve their difficulties
Why do you think truthfulness is mentioned so much in the Qurʾān?
It is very important to be truthful in Islam and to be a good Muslim. Lying is a very bad trait that we should avoid as Muslims.
How will discussion help with studying and gaining knowledge?
After studying the material, discussion is a good way to bounce off ideas and learn from each other. This can help you figure out how well you understood the material.
How can you practice reaching the highest level of thankfulness?
Ponder about the purpose of each blessing Allah has given us and determine how to use that blessing to achieve its true purpose
What does Allah tell us in the Quran about our parents?
Your Lord has commanded that you worship none but Him, and that you be kind to your parents. (17:23)
What is a summary of the story of Hammam?
Hammam once asked Imām ʿAlī (ʿa) to explain the qualities of a pious person in detail. Imām ʿAlī (ʿa) knew that Hammām had a very gentle heart, so he said, “No, Hammām, it is too deep for your fragile heart to bear! Fear God and do good deeds. Remember that God is always a companion of pious and good people!” He asked the Imām to explain more and others heard him and asked, too. So, Imām ʿAlī (ʿa) delivered a long sermon about the qualities of the pious. After hearing this sermon, Hammām was deeply moved and affected,
How can you be truthful in your actions?
We can be truthful when we talk to people. We can be truthful when we do our schoolwork. We can be fair when we sell something to other people.