Short History of Asiya the Wife of Fir’aun for Primary 5

Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 10 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Definition of Yaumul Qiyama.
Topic: Short History of Asiya the Wife of Fir’aun
Subject Matter: Asiya the Wife of Fir’aun

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

• State who Asiya was.
• Describe Asiya’s faith in Allah despite her circumstances.
• Explain why Asiya is considered an exemplary woman in Islam.

Affective Domain:

• Appreciate Asiya’s steadfastness and courage in her faith.
• Develop a desire to emulate Asiya’s patience and strong belief.
• Show respect for righteous individuals in Islamic history.

Psychomotor Domain:

• Narrate a short history of Asiya, the wife of Fir’aun.
• Identify lessons from Asiya’s life that can be applied today.

Social Domain:

• Demonstrate the importance of standing firm in one’s beliefs.
• Share the story of Asiya with others to inspire faith and patience.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Islamic Religion Studies.
• State Unified Scheme of Work for Primary 5 Islamic Religion Studies.
• Islamic Religion Studies for Primary Schools, Book 5.
• The Holy Quran (Surah At-Tahrim 66:11).
• https://islamqa.info/en/answers/20473/who-was-asiya-the-wife-of-pharaoh
• https://www.islamweb.net/en/article/136015/asiya-the-wife-of-pharaoh

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Pictures depicting Fir’aun’s palace or ancient Egypt.
• A copy of the Holy Quran.
• Whiteboard and markers.
• Flashcards with keywords related to the lesson.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it introduces pupils to Asiya, a righteous woman in Islamic history, whose life exemplifies unwavering faith and patience in difficult circumstances. Understanding her story helps pupils to appreciate the strength of belief and encourages them to be steadfast in their own faith.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have prior knowledge of Fir’aun (Pharaoh) and Prophet Musa (Moses) from previous lessons and general Islamic stories.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Short History of Asiya the Wife of Fir’aun

Who was Asiya?

Asiya bint Muzahim was the wife of Fir’aun (Pharaoh), the tyrannical ruler of Egypt during the time of Prophet Musa (Moses). Despite living in the palace of a disbelieving and oppressive ruler, Asiya secretly embraced Islam and believed in Allah, the One God.

She is regarded as one of the four greatest women in Islam, mentioned in the Holy Quran as an example for all believers.

Asiya’s Faith and Steadfastness

Asiya recognized the truth of Prophet Musa’s message and secretly became a Muslim. She was a woman of immense faith, patience, and courage. She protected baby Musa when he was found in the river and persuaded Fir’aun to adopt him instead of killing him.

When Fir’aun discovered her belief in Allah, he tortured her severely to force her to renounce her faith. However, Asiya remained firm and steadfast, refusing to abandon her belief in Allah even under extreme duress.

Asiya’s Prayer and Martyrdom

While being tortured, Asiya prayed to Allah, asking Him to build her a house in Paradise and to save her from Fir’aun and his oppressive people. Allah answered her prayer, and she passed away as a martyr, entering Paradise.

Her story is a powerful example of how a person can maintain strong faith even in the most challenging environments.

Quranic Reference

Allah mentions Asiya in the Holy Quran as an example for believers:

“And Allah presents an example of those who believed: the wife of Pharaoh, when she said, ‘My Lord, build for me near You a house in Paradise and save me from Pharaoh and his deeds and save me from the wrongdoing people.'” (Quran, Surah At-Tahrim 66:11)

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, reviews the previous lesson briefly, and then introduces the new topic by asking if anyone knows who Fir’aun was and if he had a wife.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings and questions, recalling information about Fir’aun and Prophet Musa.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the new lesson and link it to prior knowledge.

Step 2: Who was Asiya?

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Narration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains who Asiya bint Muzahim was, her relationship to Fir’aun, and her secret belief in Allah despite her husband’s disbelief. The teacher uses pictures to illustrate the setting.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand Asiya’s identity and her unique circumstances.

Step 3: Asiya’s Faith and Steadfastness

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Storytelling/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher narrates how Asiya protected Prophet Musa as a baby and how she maintained her faith even when Fir’aun discovered it and tortured her. The teacher emphasizes her courage and unwavering belief.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the story and discuss what it means to be steadfast in faith.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about Asiya’s strong faith and her resilience in the face of adversity.

Step 4: Asiya’s Prayer and Martyrdom

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains Asiya’s final prayer to Allah for a house in Paradise and her eventual martyrdom. The teacher highlights that her prayer was answered.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and reflect on the reward for steadfastness in faith.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the ultimate reward for Asiya’s unwavering faith.

Step 5: Lessons from Asiya’s Life

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Brainstorming/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a brief discussion on the lessons pupils can learn from Asiya’s life, such as courage, patience, and strong belief in Allah.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share ideas on what they have learned from Asiya’s story.
Learning Point: Pupils identify practical lessons from Asiya’s example.

Step 6: Quranic Reference

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reading/Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reads and briefly explains the verse from Surah At-Tahrim (66:11) where Allah mentions Asiya as an example for believers.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and understand that Asiya’s story is affirmed in the Holy Quran.
Learning Point: Pupils connect the story to the divine source of Islam.

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. Who was Asiya?
2. What was Fir’aun’s relationship with Asiya?
3. How did Asiya show her strong faith in Allah?
4. What did Asiya pray for while being tortured?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of Asiya’s story and emphasizes the importance of steadfastness in faith. The teacher gives homework: “Write three lessons you learned from Asiya’s life.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their understanding and are given an opportunity to reflect further.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about Short History of Asiya the Wife of Fir’aun and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

• Asiya – The righteous wife of Fir’aun who secretly believed in Allah.
• Fir’aun – The tyrannical ruler of Egypt during the time of Prophet Musa.
• Faith (Iman) – Strong belief and trust in Allah.
• Steadfastness – Remaining firm and unwavering in one’s beliefs, especially in difficult times.
• Martyr – A person who dies for their faith.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can encourage them to research other exemplary women in Islam. For pupils who need more support, the teacher can use simpler language, provide more visual aids, or pair them with a peer for collaborative learning during discussions.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Teachers should ensure the story is told with empathy for Asiya’s plight and emphasize the moral lessons of courage, patience, and unwavering faith in Allah. Encourage pupils to reflect on how they can apply these lessons in their own lives. Make sure to present the Quranic reference clearly and simply for the primary school level.