Islamic Rules on Conduct and Brotherhood – Basic 4 Islamic Studies Lesson Note (Second Term)

1. A) Brotherhood in Islam

Islam teaches us that all Muslims are brothers and sisters. We should:

• Be kind to each other
• Help one another
• Live together peacefully
• Treat everyone with respect

1. B) Islam’s View on Intoxicants (Harmful Drinks)

Quran 5:90-91 tells us that:

• Alcohol and drugs are harmful
• They make people do bad things
• Allah wants us to stay away from them
• They stop us from remembering Allah and praying

Why are they forbidden?

• They harm our bodies
• They make us lose control
• They can hurt our families
• They take us away from good deeds

1. C) Our Duties to Fellow Muslims

Quran 3:103 and 49:10 teach us to:

• Hold together like one family
• Help each other in good times and bad
• Forgive when someone makes a mistake
• Make peace when people argue
• Be fair and just to everyone

Exercises

1. True or False:

• All Muslims should help each other ( )
• It’s okay to drink alcohol sometimes ( )
• We should forgive our Muslim brothers and sisters ( )

2. Fill in the blanks:

• The Quran says intoxicants are _______ for us.
• Muslims should treat each other like _______ and _______.
• When Muslims argue, we should help make _______.

3. Short Answer:

• Name two things Islam teaches about brotherhood.
• Why does Islam forbid alcohol and drugs?
• How can you be a good Muslim to your classmates?

Answer Key:

1. True, False, True
2. harmful, brothers, sisters, peace
3. Sample answers: be kind and help others; they harm our bodies and minds; by being helpful, kind, and forgiving