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Module 3 Assignment – Islam Written Report

Islam Report

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Background Information:
When studying the different religions of the world we tend of focus on the distinctions between these religions and understanding what makes them unique, however it is important to note that although these religions are distinct and unique in their own way, there are common themes and structures that can be applied to them. Some of the common elements present in the different religions that we will be studying this semester are:

Sacred Scriptures and Sacred Writings
- Divinely inspired writings that contain origins of the religion, essential beliefs, and major teachings. Some religions also revere writings of prominent figures throughout their history who have contributed to expounding the theology of the religion (ex: writings of the Islamic saints)
Beliefs and Practices
- Tenets of the religion that unify its community of believers on a variety of topics ranging from their relationship with the divine, soteriology, creation, eschatology, anthropology, etc.
Prayer and Worship
- Liturgical practices that believers of the faith participate in throughout their daily lives. Some liturgical practices and rituals of prayer are performed in conjunction with the celebration of religious festivals at particular times of the week (ex: Sabbath) or times of the year (ex: Christmas)
Morality – Code of Ethics
- Guiding principles that adherents of the faith abide by throughout their lives informed by the theology of the religion
History
- Understanding how the religion was established and the advances of the religion throughout human history that shape the global image of the religion today while also recognizing changes in theology that have occurred throughout history due to major historical events

Instructions:

In your reading of Chapter 12 – Encountering Islam: The Straight Path of the One God you have gained a better understanding of what the religion of Islam is all about from the context of its history, sacred scriptures, beliefs and practices, code of ethics, etc. You will now use the information gleaned in the chapter to expand upon particular elements of Islam enumerated below:

Islamic Symbols and Names (.5 pages)
1. Identify a common Islamic symbol and explain its significance
  1. Consider the following:
    1. History/Origins of the symbol
    2. Important religious figure(s) associated with the symbol and their involvement with it
    3. How is the symbol utilized by Muslims today?
      1. Is it used during prayer/worship?
      2. Is it worm as an outward sign of faith?
    4. Distinguish between the terms ‘Islam’ and ‘Muslim’ as it relates to the Islamic faith
  2. Life of the Prophet Muhammed (.5-1 pages)
    1. Discuss who the Prophet Muhammed was and the impact that he had on Islam.
    2. Describe 2 key events from the Prophet Muhammed’s life.
    3. Address how these events are commemorated by Muslims today
  3. Sacred Scriptures (.5 pages)
    1. Analyze what the Qur’an is and assess upon how Muslims use it today
      1. Consider the following:
        
        Importance of particular Surahs in the Qur’an
        
        How the sacred text came into existence
        
        Important religious figures mentioned in the Qur’an
      2. Beliefs and Practices (2 – 3 pages)
        In the religion of Islam there is set of beliefs that all Muslim’s must follow. These are known as the Articles of Faithand their foundations are found in the Qur’an. The 6 articles of faith tell Muslims what to believe in and then the 5 Pillars of Islam explain how to implement these beliefs in their daily lives.
      3. Interpret the meaning of eachof the Six Articles of Faith (1-1.5 pages)
        
        Belief in the Oneness of Allah (God)
        
        Belief in the Angels

Belief in the Books of Allah

Belief in the Prophets of Allah
Belief in the Day of Judgement
Belief in the Divine Decree – Will of Allah

Articulate the significance of eachof the Five Pillars of Islam listed below and demonstrate how these pillars are lived out by Muslims today (1-1.5 pages)
1. Shahadah – Profession of Faith
2. Salah – Prayer

Zakah – Almsgiving

Sawm – Fasting
Hajj – Pilgrimage

Submission Instructions:

When completing this written report, the following guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so will result in points being deducted from your grade.
This report must be typed in any non-ornamental 12 point font.
Each section of the report must include a section title on a separate line (ex: Christian Symbols, Christianity in Context, etc.).
Each section must incorporate at least 1 direct quotation from wither the course text (World RELG4: Introduction to World Religions) or one of the databases/encyclopedias available through St. Thomas University Library with an appropriate citation. You may also find it beneficial to refer to Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources.
The report should be formatted per current Chicago-Turabian (CMOS) style and adhere to the page length requirements outlined above.
Your report will be assessed through Turnitin.
Complete and submit the assignment by 11:59 PM ET on Sunday.
Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.

Grading Rubric

Your assignment will be graded according to the following grading rubric: Rubric – Islam Written Report.pdf Download Rubric – Islam Written Report.pdf

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Islam Written Report

Islam Written Report
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
Islamic Symbols view longer description	18 pts Included all of the following elements within the explanation: Correctly identified a common Islamic symbol, Provided a detailed explanation of the Islamic symbol, Distinguished between the terms Islam and Muslim, Explanation was at least ½ page in length, Explanation include at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying footnotes 15 pts Missing 1 13 pts Missing 2 11 pts Missing 3 9 pts Missing 4 or more 0 pts Insufficient/Missing	/ 18 pts
Life of the Prophet Muhammed view longer description	14 pts Included all of the following elements within the explanation: Discuss who the Prophet Muhammed was and the impact that he had on Islam, Describe 2 key events from the Prophet Muhammed’s life, Address how these events are commemorated by Muslims today, Explanation include at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying footnotes 12 pts Missing 1 10 pts Missing 2 9 pts Missing 3 or more 0 pts Insufficient/Missing	/ 14 pts
Sacred Scriptures view longer description	18 pts Included all of the following elements within the explanation: Analyzation what the Qur’an is, Discussed how the Qur’an is used today by Muslims, Explanation was at least ½ page in length, Explanation include at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying footnotes 15 pts Missing 1 13 pts Missing 2 11 pts Missing 3 or more 0 pts Insufficient/Missing	/ 18 pts
Articles of Faith view longer description	20 pts Included all of the following elements within the explanation of the Articles of Faith: Correctly interpreted each of the six Articles of Faith, Explanation was at least 1 page in length, Explanation include at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying footnotes 17 pts Missing 1 14 pts Missing 2 12 pts Missing 3 10 pts Missing 4 or more 0 pts Insufficient/Missing	/ 20 pts
Pillars of Islam view longer description	20 pts Included all of the following elements within the explanation of the Pillars of Islam: Articulated the significance of each Pillar of Islam, Demonstrated how each pillar is lived out by Muslims today, Explanation was at least 1 page in length, Explanation include at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying footnotes 17 pts Missing 1 14 pts Missing 2 12 pts Missing 3 10 pts Missing 4 or more 0 pts Insufficient/Missing	/ 20 pts
Formatting view longer description	10 pts Followed all of the formatting guidelines discussed in the assignment instructions 7 pts Followed some of the formatting guidelines discussed in the assignment instructions 4 pts Followed few of the formatting guidelines discussed in the assignment instructions 0 pts Did not follow the formatting guidelines discussed in the assignment instructions	/ 10 pts
Total Points: 0

Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources

Islam

Read and watch the lecture resources & materials below early in the week to help you respond to the discussion questions and to complete your assignment(s).

(Note: The citations below are provided for your research convenience. You should always cross-reference the current CMOS guide for correct styling of citations and references in your academic work.)

Read

Van Voorst, Robert E. World RELG⁴: Introduction to World Religions (4th ed.). Boston: Cengage MindTap, 2018.
- Chapter 12: Encountering Islam: The Straight Path of the One God
  Chapter 12 Slides Download Chapter 12 Slides

Watch

“Islam Explained.” YouTube. January 9, 2021. https://youtu.be/XlvEymU-S4o?t=9.
Islam Explained (23:16)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “1. The Concept of Islam: Tawheed (Oneness of God).” YouTube. May 17, 2009. https://youtu.be/EZNtDpAXzhQ.
The Concept of Islam: Tawheed (Oneness of God) (9:58)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “2. The Concept of Islam: Belief in Messengers and Books.” YouTube. May 25, 2009. https://youtu.be/d8zk-nUrICs.
The Concept of Islam: Belief in Messengers and Books (10:02)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “3. The Concept of Islam: Belief in Angels and Final Day.” YouTube. May 25, 2009. https://youtu.be/TdT6y9JFejw.
The Concept of Islam: Belief in Angels and Final Day (6:26)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “4. The Concept of Islam: Prayer.” YouTube. May 17, 2009. https://youtu.be/2YauxN5g9D8.
The Concept of Islam: Prayer (3:31)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “5. The Concept of Islam: Zakat Fasting and Hajj.” YouTube. May 25, 2009. https://youtu.be/pmNJ0H3-5tc.
The Concept of Islam: Zakat Fasting and Hajj (6:07)Links to an external site.
“Guide to the Hajj Pilgrimage(2009).” YouTube. November 24, 2009. https://youtu.be/63ZnISz5A6w. (3:38)
Guide to the Hajj Pilgrimage (3:38)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “6. The Concept of Islam: Women In Islam (Hijab).” YouTube. May 25, 2009. https://youtu.be/K6cKtoPLbiM.
The Concept of Islam: Women In Islam (Hijab) (5:23)Links to an external site.
Wassim Fayed. “8. The Concept of Islam: People of The Book.” YouTube. May 25, 2009. https://youtu.be/BJiFzzy3eKw.
The Concept of Islam: People of The Book (7:27)Links to an external site.
PBS NewsHour. “Exhibit Illuminates the Divine Art of the Quran.” YouTube. December 7, 2016. https://youtu.be/c8r5cc6hXAs.
Exhibit Illuminates the Divine Art of the Quran (6:13)Links to an external site.