Iqämah (Ready to Pray) – Basic 2 Islamic Studies Lesson Note (Second Term)

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of Iqāmah
2. Call the Iqāmah
3. Translate each text of the Iqāmah

Materials Needed

• Audio recording of Iqāmah
• Text of Iqāmah with translation
• Prayer mat for demonstration

Introduction

• Greet with “Assalamu Alaikum”
• Ask: “What do we do before starting prayer?”
• Explain that Iqāmah tells everyone prayer is starting
• It’s like a final call to get ready

Main Content

What is Iqāmah?

• Meaning: “To stand up” or “to establish”
• Purpose: Announces that prayer is about to begin
• When used: Right before starting congregational prayer
• Who says it: Usually the Mu’adhdhin or Imam

The Text of Iqāmah

Arabic Text and Translation:

1. Allahu Akbar (الله أكبر) Translation: “Allah is the Greatest” Said: Two times
2. Ash-hadu an la ilaha illa Allah (أشهد أن لا إله إلا الله) Translation: “I bear witness that there is no god except Allah” Said: One time
3. Ash-hadu anna Muhammadan rasul Allah (أشهد أن محمداً رسول الله) Translation: “I bear witness that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah” Said: One time
4. Hayya ‘ala as-salah (حي على الصلاة) Translation: “Come to prayer” Said: One time
5. Hayya ‘ala al-falah (حي على الفلاح) Translation: “Come to success” Said: One time
6. Qad qamati as-salah (قد قامت الصلاة) Translation: “Prayer has begun” Said: Two times Special: This line is only in Iqāmah, not in Adhān
7. Allahu Akbar (الله أكبر) Translation: “Allah is the Greatest” Said: Two times
8. La ilaha illa Allah (لا إله إلا الله) Translation: “There is no god except Allah” Said: One time

Difference Between Adhān and Iqāmah

• Adhān: First call to prayer (longer)
• Iqāmah: Second call, said faster and shorter
• Special line: “Qad qamati as-salah” only in Iqāmah
• Timing: Iqāmah said right before prayer starts

How to Say Iqāmah

• Say it clearly but faster than Adhān
• Stand facing the Qiblah
• Use a moderate voice
• Say with respect and concentration

Activity Time

Activity 1: Listen and Repeat

Teacher plays audio, pupils repeat each line.

Activity 2: Translation Practice

Match Arabic phrases with English meanings.

Activity 3: Line-by-Line Learning

Practice each line with its translation.

When Do We Hear Iqāmah?

• In the mosque before congregational prayer
• At home before family prayer
• During Islamic events and gatherings
• Before Friday (Jumu’ah) prayer

Summary

• Iqāmah announces that prayer is beginning
• It has 8 parts with translations
• “Qad qamati as-salah” is special to Iqāmah
• We say it before starting prayer together

Assessment

Multiple Choice Exercise

1. What does Iqāmah mean? a) To sleep b) To stand up/establish c) To eat
2. When is Iqāmah said? a) After prayer b) Before prayer starts c) During prayer
3. Which line is special to Iqāmah only? a) Allahu Akbar b) Qad qamati as-salah c) La ilaha illa Allah
4. What does “Qad qamati as-salah” mean? a) Come to prayer b) Prayer has begun c) Allah is Greatest
5. How is Iqāmah said compared to Adhān? a) Louder b) Faster c) Slower

Homework

• Practice saying Iqāmah with your family
• Memorize the special line “Qad qamati as-salah”

Answer Key

1. b) To stand up/establish
2. b) Before prayer starts
3. b) Qad qamati as-salah
4. b) Prayer has begun
5. b) Faster