Year 6 - Religious education
Muslim values
Ethics: How do we decide what is good?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will consider the idea of what is good from a philsophical perspective. They will look at how Christians, Muslims and Humanists construct values - noting similarities and differences. They will examine Aristotle's idea of the golden mean and reflect on their own values.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how Muslims decide what is good.
Key Notes
- Muslims will look to the Qur'an and the teaching and example of the Prophet Muhammad to decide what is good.
- The Prophet Muhammad taught values of generosity and kindness.
- Many Muslims will try to make good decisions based on how they apply the teaching of the Prophet and the Qur'an.
Vocabulary To Learn
- ethical: relating to moral principles that shape behaviour
- values: principles that guide thinking and attitudes
- Sunnah: guidance for Muslims on how to live a good life
- Hadith: a collection of stories, sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The Qur'an is the only source of Muslim ethical teaching.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Muslims will look to the Qur'an and the teaching and example of the Prophet Muhammad to decide what is good. The Prophet Muhammad taught values of generosity and kindness.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'ethical'
relating to moral principles that shape behaviour.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: The Qur'an is the only source of Muslim ethical teaching. Correction: Muslims also follow the Sunnah to guide them into living a good life.
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