Obedience to Allah, Parents and Good Islamic Conduct for Primary 1

Moral conduct (Obedience to Allah (S.W.T).

Performance Objectives

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

1. describe obedience to Allah (S.W.T); obedience to parents and elders;
2. list some Islamic rules of conducts;
3. state the benefits of being obedient to Allah (S.W.T), His prophets (A.S) and elders.

What is Obedience?

Obedience means listening carefully and doing what is right. It means following instructions and rules given by those who care for us and know what is best.

In Islam, obedience is very important. It helps us to live a good life and makes Allah (S.W.T) happy.

Obedience to Allah (S.W.T)

Allah (S.W.T) is our Creator. He made everything and everyone. He knows what is best for us. To obey Allah (S.W.T) means to follow His commands and avoid what He has forbidden.

Examples of obeying Allah (S.W.T) include:

1. Praying five times a day.
2. Reading the Qur’an.
3. Being kind to others.
4. Telling the truth.
5. Keeping clean.

When children obey Allah (S.W.T), they show their love for Him and earn great rewards.

Obedience to Parents and Elders

Parents are a great blessing from Allah (S.W.T). They love children, care for them, and teach them good things. Elders are older people in the family and community who have wisdom and experience.

To obey parents and elders means to listen to their advice, help them, and speak to them with respect. It means doing what they ask, as long as it is good and does not go against the commands of Allah (S.W.T).

Examples of obeying parents and elders include:

1. Helping with chores at home.
2. Listening when they speak.
3. Greeting them politely.
4. Not interrupting them.
5. Doing homework when asked.

Memory Verse

The Qur’an teaches us about the importance of obeying Allah (S.W.T) and being kind to our parents. Our memory verse is from Surah Al-Isra.

Surah Al-Isra (17): Ayah 23

وَقَضَىٰ رَبُّكَ أَلَّا تَعْبُدُوٓا۟ إِلَّآ إِيَّاهُ وَبِٱلْوَٰلِدَيْنِ إِحْسَـٰنًا

And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And to parents, show kindness.

Qur’an Reading

The Holy Qur’an is the word of Allah (S.W.T). It guides us on how to live our lives. We learn from the Qur’an that we must worship only Allah (S.W.T) and be good to our parents and all people.

The verse from Surah Al-Isra (17): Ayah 23 reminds us of these important duties. Reading the Qur’an helps us understand more about obedience and good conduct.

Islamic Rules of Conduct

Islam teaches us good manners and rules for how to behave in different situations. These rules help us to be clean, polite, and respectful.

Rules for Walking

When walking, a Muslim child should:

1. Walk calmly and gently.
2. Not run or shout loudly in public places.
3. Not disturb other people.
4. Look where they are going.

Rules for Talking

When talking, a Muslim child should:

1. Speak politely and use good words.
2. Not shout or use bad language.
3. Listen when others are speaking and not interrupt.
4. Speak the truth.

Rules for Entering and Coming Out of the Toilet

The toilet is a place where we clean ourselves. It is important to follow special rules to stay clean and show respect.

When entering the toilet:

1. Step in with the left foot first.
2. Say the Du’a (supplication) before entering.

The Du’a for entering the toilet is:

بِسْمِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّىْ اَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَآئِثِ

Meaning: In the name of Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male and female evil spirits.

When coming out of the toilet:

1. Step out with the right foot first.
2. Say the Du’a after coming out.
3. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.

The Du’a for exiting the toilet is:

غُفْرَانَكَ الْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ الَّذِىْ اَذْهَبَ عَنِّى الْاَذٰى وَعَافَانِىْ

Meaning: I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah who has removed from me the discomfort and given me health.

Benefits of Being Obedient

Being obedient to Allah (S.W.T), His Prophets (A.S), parents, and elders brings many good things into our lives. These benefits include:

1. Allah’s Love: Allah (S.W.T) loves obedient children and rewards them.
2. Parents’ Happiness: Parents are happy and proud of obedient children.
3. Blessings: Obedience brings blessings and goodness into the home and life.
4. Peace and Harmony: When everyone obeys, there is peace and less trouble.
5. Jannah (Paradise): Obedient children who follow Allah’s commands can enter Jannah in the afterlife.
6. Good Example: Obedient children set a good example for others.

Demonstrating Acts of Entering and Coming Out of Masjid and Toilet

It is important to practice these actions correctly. Here are the steps to follow:

How to Enter and Exit the Toilet

The procedure involves the following steps:

1. Before entering, say the Du’a: بِسْمِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّىْ اَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَآئِثِ
2. Step into the toilet with your left foot first.
3. After finishing, step out of the toilet with your right foot first.
4. Say the Du’a: غُفْرَانَكَ الْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ الَّذِىْ اَذْهَبَ عَنِّى الْاَذٰى وَعَافَانِىْ
5. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

How to Enter and Exit the Masjid (Mosque)

The Masjid is a holy place for prayer. We must show respect when entering and exiting.

The procedure involves the following steps:

1. Before entering, say the Du’a: بِسْمِ اللهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلٰى رَسُوْلِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِىْ اَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
2. Step into the Masjid with your right foot first.
3. When leaving the Masjid, step out with your left foot first.
4. Say the Du’a: بِسْمِ اللهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلٰى رَسُوْلِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّىْ اَسْاَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ

Memorising Supplications (Du’as)

Memorising the Du’as for entering and coming out of the toilet and Masjid is an important skill. It helps children remember to seek Allah’s protection and blessings.

Du’a for Entering the Toilet

بِسْمِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّىْ اَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَآئِثِ

Meaning: In the name of Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male and female evil spirits.

Du’a for Exiting the Toilet

غُفْرَانَكَ الْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ الَّذِىْ اَذْهَبَ عَنِّى الْاَذٰى وَعَافَانِىْ

Meaning: I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah who has removed from me the discomfort and given me health.

Du’a for Entering the Masjid

بِسْمِ اللهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلٰى رَسُوْلِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِىْ اَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ

Meaning: In the name of Allah, and blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, open for me the gates of Your mercy.

Du’a for Exiting the Masjid

بِسْمِ اللهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلٰى رَسُوْلِ اللهِ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّىْ اَسْاَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ

Meaning: In the name of Allah, and blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, I ask You from Your bounty.