Class: Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS 3 / JS3)
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Brief History of Some Week 9.
Topic: SUJUD AS-SAHWI
Subject Matter: Conditions and mode for the Sujud Demonstrations by the teacher and the students collectively and individually

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define Sujud As-Sahwi.
State the conditions that necessitate performing Sujud As-Sahwi.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the importance of Sujud As-Sahwi in perfecting their Salat.
Show willingness to perform Sujud As-Sahwi when required.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate the correct mode of performing Sujud As-Sahwi.
Perform Sujud As-Sahwi individually and collectively.

Explain the significance of Sujud As-Sahwi to their peers.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
State Unified Scheme of Work
Islamic Religious Studies for Junior Secondary Schools Book 3
The Holy Qur’an
Hadith (Prophetic Traditions)

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Prayer mats
Chart showing the steps of Sujud As-Sahwi

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand how to correct mistakes made during Salat, ensuring their prayers are complete and acceptable. It teaches them a practical aspect of Islamic worship that is important for daily life as a Muslim.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of Salat (prayer), its components, and common prayer rituals.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

SUJUD AS-SAHWI (Prostration of Forgetfulness)

Definition of Sujud As-Sahwi

Sujud As-Sahwi is a prostration performed in Salat (prayer) to compensate for certain mistakes or omissions made during the prayer. It is done to correct errors like forgetting a part of the prayer or adding extra actions by mistake, ensuring the prayer remains valid.

Conditions that necessitate Sujud As-Sahwi

The following are common conditions that require Sujud As-Sahwi:

Adding an extra Raka’ah (unit of prayer) or an extra prostration/bowing by mistake.
Omitting a required act (Wajib) like the first Tashahhud or saying “Subhana Rabbiyal Azeem” in bowing.
Doubting the number of Raka’at performed (e.g., unsure if it was three or four Raka’at).
Forgetting to recite a Surah after Al-Fatiha in the first two Raka’at.

Mode of performing Sujud As-Sahwi

Sujud As-Sahwi is typically performed in one of two ways, depending on the mistake:

Option 1: Before Tasleem (Salam)

When the mistake is an omission or a doubt about the number of Raka’at.
After completing the final Tashahhud, before saying “Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah” (Tasleem).
Perform two prostrations (Sujud) as in normal Salat, saying “Subhana Rabbiyal A’la” in each.
Sit briefly between the two prostrations.
After the second prostration, sit up and then say Tasleem to end the prayer.

Option 2: After Tasleem (Salam)

When the mistake is an addition (e.g., performing an extra Raka’ah).
Complete the prayer by saying Tasleem first.
Immediately after Tasleem, perform two prostrations (Sujud) as in normal Salat, saying “Subhana Rabbiyal A’la” in each.
Sit briefly between the two prostrations.
After the second prostration, sit up and say Tasleem again to formally end the prayer.

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 and asks them what they do if they make a mistake in their daily activities. The teacher then relates this to making mistakes during Salat and introduces the topic, Sujud As-Sahwi.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively to the introduction.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the lesson and understand its relevance.

Step 2: Definition of Sujud As-Sahwi

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the meaning of Sujud As-Sahwi, emphasizing its purpose in correcting errors in Salat. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions for clarity, and copy the definition into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the concept of Sujud As-Sahwi.

Step 3: Conditions for Sujud As-Sahwi

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Listing/Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher lists and explains various conditions that necessitate performing Sujud As-Sahwi, giving simple examples for each condition. The teacher ensures pupils understand when it is required.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, take notes, and ask questions to clarify the conditions.
Learning Point: Pupils identify specific situations where Sujud As-Sahwi is needed.

Step 4: Mode of performing Sujud As-Sahwi

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses a prayer mat to physically demonstrate the two main modes of performing Sujud As-Sahwi (before Tasleem and after Tasleem). The teacher explains each step clearly.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration carefully and try to mentally follow the steps.
Learning Point: Pupils visualize the practical steps involved in Sujud As-Sahwi.

Step 5: Collective Demonstration

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides the pupils to collectively perform Sujud As-Sahwi, providing instructions and correcting any errors as they practice together.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the collective demonstration, following the teacher’s lead.
Learning Point: Pupils begin to practically apply the knowledge of performing Sujud As-Sahwi.

Step 6: Individual Demonstration

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Individual Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks a few pupils to individually demonstrate the mode of Sujud As-Sahwi to ensure they have grasped the correct procedure. The teacher offers constructive feedback.
Pupils’ Activity: Selected pupils demonstrate the practice, while others observe and learn from their peers.
Learning Point: Pupils gain confidence in performing Sujud As-Sahwi correctly.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

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

What is Sujud As-Sahwi?
Mention two conditions that require Sujud As-Sahwi.
Describe how Sujud As-Sahwi is performed before Tasleem.
When is Sujud As-Sahwi performed after Tasleem?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Consolidation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson and encourages pupils to always perform their Salat carefully and correct any mistakes using Sujud As-Sahwi. The teacher gives homework to research more examples of mistakes requiring Sujud As-Sahwi.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are encouraged to practice.

Lesson Keywords

Sujud As-Sahwi – Prostration of forgetfulness performed to correct mistakes in Salat.
Salat – The ritual prayer performed by Muslims five times a day.
Forgetfulness – Inattention or unintentional error during prayer.
Prostration – The act of bowing down with the forehead touching the ground in prayer.

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling, the teacher will provide additional one-on-one guidance during the demonstration steps and simplify the explanations of conditions. More advanced pupils will be encouraged to research specific Hadith related to Sujud As-Sahwi and share their findings with the class.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

It is important to emphasize the practical aspect of Sujud As-Sahwi through repeated demonstrations and practice. Encourage pupils to ask questions about specific scenarios they might encounter during their prayers. Using visual aids like charts or diagrams can further assist in understanding the steps. Ensure the pupils understand that Sujud As-Sahwi is a mercy from Allah to perfect their worship.