Shari'ah
In this lesson, we will be focusing on the Islamic legal system Shari'ah.
Shari'ah
In this lesson, we will be focusing on the Islamic legal system Shari'ah.
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Key learning points
- What is Shari'ah?
- Categories of Islamic law
- Categories of crime
Equipment
You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Most Christians and Muslims would believe committing a crime because of poverty is always wrong.
True
Q2.
Which type of love do Christians believe should be shown to all people, regardless of who they are?
Eros
Philia
Storge
Q3.
Most Muslims believe any law can be unjust
True
Q4.
Which of the following may Christians and Muslims believe should never be an acceptable reason for crime?
Mental illness
Upbringing
Q5.
Utilitarianism teaches that the right thing to do is to bring the greatest happiness to the greatest number of people.
False
5 Questions
Q1.
Shari'ah means 'the laws of Allah'
True
Q2.
Which of the following is the correct list for the four sources of Shari'ah?
Qur'an, Sunnah/Hadith, ijma, jihad
Qur'an, Sunnah/Hadith, qiyas, jihad
Q3.
Which of the following is an example of a 'forbidden' action?
Extra charity
Going to parties
Smoking
Q4.
Who can forgive unforgivable crimes?
No one
Q5.
Shari'ah councils can make which type of decisions in the UK?
Both
Legal