Human Relations and Good Conduct in Islam for JSS 3

Class: JSS 3
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: Human Relations and Good Conduct in Islam
Previous Lesson: Abubakar as the First Rightly Guided Caliph
Topic: HUMAN RELATION Good human
Subject Matter: Good human relationships with all people, with reference to Qur’an 49:10–13 and 24:27–29

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Describe the Islamic concept of good human relations with reference to Qur’an 49:10-13 and 24:27-29.
• Explain the importance of brotherhood and mutual respect as taught in Qur’an 49:10-13.
• State the etiquette of seeking permission before entering homes from Qur’an 24:27-29.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of practicing good human relations as taught in Islam.
• Show willingness to avoid negative social behaviours like backbiting and suspicion.
• Respect the privacy of others in accordance with Islamic teachings.

Psychomotor Domain

• Demonstrate practical examples of good conduct in social interactions.
• Recite the specified Qur’anic verses (49:10-13 and 24:27-29) correctly.

Social Domain

• Interact respectfully with peers and elders, applying Islamic etiquette.
• Promote reconciliation and understanding among people.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2014 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• The Holy Qur’an with English Translation
• FCT ERC/NAPPS Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Copies of the Holy Qur’an
• Charts showing Qur’an 49:10-13 and 24:27-29
• Pictures depicting various social interactions (positive and negative)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it teaches students the fundamental Islamic principles of interacting positively with all people. It helps them understand their roles and responsibilities in building a harmonious society. By internalizing these teachings, students can develop strong moral character and contribute to peaceful coexistence, both within the Muslim community and with people of other faiths.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Students have a basic understanding of Islamic teachings on moral conduct and the importance of the Qur’an as a guide for life.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Human Relations and Good Conduct in Islam

Meaning of Good Human Relations in Islam

Good human relations in Islam mean treating all people with kindness, respect, justice, and compassion. It involves fostering brotherhood among Muslims and showing good conduct towards everyone, regardless of their background or faith. Islam emphasizes peace, understanding, and avoiding actions that harm others or break social bonds.

Qur’an 49:10-13: Principles of Brotherhood and Mutual Respect

These verses highlight the importance of unity, respect, and avoiding negative social behaviours among believers and humanity in general:

1. Qur’an 49:10: “The believers are nothing else than brothers. Therefore, make reconciliation between your two brothers and fear Allah, that you may receive mercy.” This verse establishes the principle of brotherhood among Muslims and the importance of resolving disputes peacefully.
2. Qur’an 49:11: “O you who have believed, let not a people ridicule [another] people; perhaps they may be better than them; nor let women ridicule [other] women; perhaps they may be better than them. And do not insult one another and do not call each other by [bad] nicknames. Wretched is the name of disobedience after [one’s] faith. And whoever does not repent – then it is those who are the wrongdoers.” This verse forbids mockery, sarcasm, and using offensive nicknames, emphasizing mutual respect.
3. Qur’an 49:12: “O you who have believed, avoid much [negative] assumption. Indeed, some assumption is sin. And do not spy or backbite one another. Would one of you like to eat the flesh of his brother when dead? You would detest it. And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is Accepting of repentance and Merciful.” This verse warns against suspicion, spying, and backbiting, which destroy trust and relationships.
4. Qur’an 49:13: “O mankind, indeed We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you. Indeed, Allah is Knowing and Acquainted.” This verse teaches that humanity is diverse, created to know each other, and true nobility comes from piety, not from race or status, promoting respect for all.

Qur’an 24:27-29: Etiquette of Entering Homes and Privacy

These verses establish important rules for respecting privacy and seeking permission:

1. Qur’an 24:27: “O you who have believed, do not enter houses other than your own houses until you ask permission and greet their inhabitants. That is better for you that you may be reminded.” This verse commands believers not to enter private homes without first seeking permission and offering greetings.
2. Qur’an 24:28: “And if you find no one therein, do not enter them until permission is given you. And if you are told, ‘Go back,’ then go back; it is purer for you. And Allah is Knowing of what you do.” This verse emphasizes that if there is no one to grant permission, or if permission is denied, one must leave, respecting the privacy of the occupants.
3. Qur’an 24:29: “There is no blame upon you for entering uninhibited houses in which you have an interest. And Allah knows what you reveal and what you conceal.” This verse provides an exception for public or uninhabited places where there is a legitimate purpose to enter, but the general rule for private homes remains.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Question and Answer, Guided Practice, Recitation

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Activating prior knowledge, engaging

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the students and asks them about their understanding of “good manners” and “respect” in their daily lives. The teacher then introduces the topic: Human Relations and Good Conduct in Islam, stating that the lesson will focus on what the Qur’an teaches about how we should interact with others.

Pupils’ Activity: Students respond to questions about good manners and listen attentively to the introduction of the new topic.

Learning Point: Introduction to human relations

Step 2: Explanation of Good Human Relations

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation, illustration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the meaning of good human relations in Islam, emphasizing kindness, respect, justice, and compassion towards all people. The teacher provides simple examples of how these principles can be applied in school and at home.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen, ask questions for clarification, and share their own understanding of good human relations.

Learning Point: Meaning of good relations

Step 3: Discussion of Qur’an 49:10-13

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Recitation, interpretation, discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays Qur’an 49:10-13 on a chart or writes them on the board. The teacher recites the verses, explains their meanings, and leads a discussion on brotherhood, avoiding mockery, suspicion, spying, backbiting, and recognizing human diversity as taught in these verses. The teacher asks students to identify practical ways to apply these teachings.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen to the recitation, read along, participate in the discussion, and offer examples of how to apply the teachings.

Learning Point: Brotherhood, mutual respect

Step 4: Discussion of Qur’an 24:27-29

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Recitation, interpretation, discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays Qur’an 24:27-29. The teacher recites the verses, explains their meanings, and discusses the Islamic etiquette of seeking permission before entering homes and respecting privacy. The teacher asks students about the importance of these rules in daily life.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen, read the verses, and contribute to the discussion on privacy and permission.

Learning Point: Etiquette, privacy

Step 5: Practical Application and Reinforcement

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided practice, scenario analysis

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher presents short scenarios related to human interactions (e.g., a student overhearing gossip, a friend wanting to enter another’s room without knocking). Students are asked to apply the Qur’anic teachings to suggest appropriate responses.

Pupils’ Activity: Students analyze scenarios and suggest actions based on the lesson’s teachings.

Learning Point: Applying Islamic etiquette

Step 6: Summary of Key Learnings

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Summarization, reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly summarizes the key teachings from Qur’an 49:10-13 and 24:27-29, reiterating the importance of good human relations in Islam.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen and recall the main points of the lesson.

Learning Point: Key Islamic teachings

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. According to Qur’an 49:10, what is the relationship between believers?
2. Mention two negative social behaviours forbidden in Qur’an 49:11-12.
3. What does Qur’an 49:13 teach us about human diversity?
4. What is the Islamic etiquette for entering someone’s house, as taught in Qur’an 24:27?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Understanding human relations

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils/students to copy the essential Board Summary notes on Human Relations and Good Conduct in Islam into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils/students copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Consolidation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher concludes the lesson by encouraging students to always practice good human relations and conduct, reminding them that these actions are highly rewarded by Allah.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen and reflect on the importance of the lesson.

Learning Point: Importance of good conduct

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Answer the following questions in your notebook:

1. Explain in your own words what good human relations mean in Islam.
2. List three negative social behaviours mentioned in Qur’an 49:10-13 that Muslims should avoid.
3. Describe how you can apply the teachings of Qur’an 24:27-29 in your daily interactions with family and friends.

Lesson Keywords

• Human relations – How people interact with each other.
• Good conduct – Behaving in a morally correct and respectful way.
• Qur’an – The holy book of Islam, containing Allah’s revelations.
• Brotherhood – A close relationship between people, especially believers.
• Respect – Treating others with consideration and honour.
• Permission – Asking for approval before doing something, especially entering private spaces.
• Privacy – The state of being free from public attention.

Differentiation

For students who struggle, the teacher will provide simplified explanations of the Qur’anic verses and focus on key terms. Visual aids and peer support can also be utilized. For advanced learners, the teacher can encourage them to research additional Qur’anic verses or Hadith related to human relations and present their findings to the class.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, search on YouTube for: Qur’an 49 10-13 explanation JSS3 or Islamic etiquette entering homes Qur’an 24 JSS3