Lesson Note on The Glorious Quran: Suratul Quraysh Reading, Translation and Explanation for SSS 2

Class: Senior Secondary School 2 (SS2 / SSS2)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 8
Age: 16 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: The Quran and Hadith
Previous Lesson: Hajj: Spiritual, Moral and Social Aspects with Examples.
Topic: The Glorious Quran
Subject Matter: Suratul Quraysh (Q 106), reading (recitation), translation, explanations (with examples)

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

• Recite Suratul Quraysh with correct Tajwid.
• Translate Suratul Quraysh accurately.
• Explain the key messages and lessons derived from Suratul Quraysh.

Affective Domain:

• Appreciate Allah’s blessings and show gratitude for His provisions.
• Develop a sense of devotion and worship towards Allah.
• Value the importance of the Quran in daily life.

Psychomotor Domain:

• Practice the correct recitation of Suratul Quraysh.
• Apply the lessons of gratitude and worship in their daily conduct.

Social Domain:

• Share their understanding of Suratul Quraysh with others.
• Promote unity and understanding based on the teachings of the Quran.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• Senior Secondary Schools Education Curriculum
• State Unified Scheme of Work
• Islamic Religious Studies for Senior Secondary Schools, Book 2.
• The Glorious Qur’an
• https://quran.com/106
• https://islamqa.info/en/answers/11037/what-is-tajwid-and-what-is-its-ruling

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Copies of the Glorious Qur’an
• Whiteboard or chalkboard
• Markers or chalk
• Chart showing Suratul Quraysh in Arabic text and its translation

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand Suratul Quraysh, a short but profound chapter of the Quran. It enables them to appreciate Allah’s blessings, fosters gratitude, and encourages devotion, which are essential aspects of a Muslim’s faith and daily life.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of the Glorious Qur’an, its importance, and have previously recited other short chapters of the Qur’an.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Suratul Quraysh (Q 106)

Introduction to Suratul Quraysh

Suratul Quraysh is the 106th chapter of the Glorious Qur’an. It is a Meccan Surah, consisting of four verses. It reminds the Quraysh tribe of Allah’s blessings upon them and calls them to worship Him, the Lord of the Ka’bah, who provided them with security and sustenance.

Arabic Text and Transliteration

• بِسۡمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحۡمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
  
  Bismillāhir-Raḥmānir-Raḥīm (In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)
• لِإِيلَٰفِ قُرَيۡشٍ
  
  Li’īlāfi Quraysh (For the accustomed security of Quraysh,)
• إِۦلَٰفِهِمۡ رِحۡلَةَ ٱلشِّتَآءِ وَٱلصَّيۡفِ
  
  Īlāfihim riḥlatash-shitā’i waṣ-ṣayf (Their accustomed security [in] the journey of winter and summer –)
• فَلۡيَعۡبُدُواْ رَبَّ هَٰذَا ٱلۡبَيۡتِ
  
  Falya‘budū Rabba hāżal-bayt (Let them worship the Lord of this House,)
• ٱلَّذِيٓ أَطۡعَمَهُم مِّن جُوعٖ وَءَامَنَهُم مِّنۡ خَوۡفِۭ
  
  Allazī aṭ‘amahum min jū‘iw-wa āmanahum min khawf (Who has fed them from hunger and made them safe from fear.)

Translation of Suratul Quraysh

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

1. For the accustomed security of Quraysh,
2. Their accustomed security [in] the journey of winter and summer –
3. Let them worship the Lord of this House,
4. Who has fed them from hunger and made them safe from fear.

Explanation and Lessons Learnt

Suratul Quraysh highlights several important lessons:

• Allah’s Blessings on Quraysh: Allah reminded the Quraysh tribe of the great blessings He bestowed upon them, particularly the security they enjoyed during their trade journeys in winter to Yemen and summer to Syria. This security allowed them to prosper economically.
• Gratitude to Allah: The Surah implicitly calls for gratitude to Allah for His immense favours. The Quraysh were protected from hunger and fear, which were significant concerns for other tribes.
• The Ka’bah as a Centre of Worship: The “Lord of this House” refers to Allah, the Lord of the Ka’bah (the Sacred House in Makkah). The Ka’bah was a central point for the Quraysh, and its sanctity contributed to their security and trade.
• Worship is Due to the Provider: Since Allah provided them with food (from hunger) and security (from fear), they were obligated to worship Him alone. This emphasizes that worship is a natural response to divine benevolence.
• Interconnectedness of Blessings: The Surah shows how security, sustenance, and worship are interconnected. When people are secure and well-fed, they are better able to fulfill their religious duties.
• Relevance to All Muslims: While addressed to the Quraysh, the lessons apply to all Muslims, reminding them to be grateful for Allah’s countless blessings and to worship Him alone as a sign of that gratitude.

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 about the importance of the Qur’an in their lives. The teacher then reminds them of the previous lesson and introduces Suratul Quraysh, explaining that it is a short but meaningful chapter.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively to the introduction of the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and prepared for the lesson on Suratul Quraysh.

Step 2: Presentation of Suratul Quraysh

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays Suratul Quraysh on the board or a chart and recites it clearly with correct Tajwid. The teacher then recites it verse by verse, allowing pupils to follow along in their Qur’an copies.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully to the teacher’s recitation and follow the verses in their own Qur’an copies.
Learning Point: Pupils become familiar with the sound and rhythm of Suratul Quraysh and hear its correct recitation.

Step 3: Pupils’ Recitation and Correction

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Practice/Correction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher invites individual pupils to recite Suratul Quraysh. The teacher listens carefully and corrects any errors in Tajwid or pronunciation, providing guidance on how to improve.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take turns reciting the Surah and accept corrections from the teacher and peers.
Learning Point: Pupils practice reciting Suratul Quraysh correctly, improving their Tajwid.

Step 4: Translation of the Surah

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher provides a clear verse-by-verse translation of Suratul Quraysh, ensuring pupils understand the literal meaning of each part. The teacher also uses the chart with the translation.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and note down the translation in their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the literal meaning of Suratul Quraysh.

Step 5: Explanation of Key Messages

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the key messages and lessons from the Surah, focusing on Allah’s blessings to the Quraysh, the call to gratitude, and the command to worship the Lord of the Ka’bah who provides security and sustenance. The teacher gives examples of Allah’s blessings in modern life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions, and contribute their thoughts on the lessons.
Learning Point: Pupils grasp the deeper meanings and moral lessons of Suratul Quraysh.

Step 6: Discussion and Application

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Application
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher encourages pupils to discuss how the lessons of gratitude, security, and worship from Suratul Quraysh can be applied in their daily lives as individuals and as a community.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share examples of how they can show gratitude to Allah and apply the teachings of the Surah.
Learning Point: Pupils connect the Surah’s teachings to practical life.

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. Recite Suratul Quraysh with correct Tajwid.
2. Translate the second verse of Suratul Quraysh.
3. Mention two key blessings Allah bestowed upon the Quraysh tribe according to the Surah.
4. Explain why Allah commanded the Quraysh to worship Him.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Homework Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and sincere worship of Allah. The teacher then assigns homework, asking pupils to memorize Suratul Quraysh and write down three ways they can show gratitude to Allah in their daily lives.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given tasks to reinforce their understanding.

Lesson Keywords

• Quraysh – A prominent Arab tribe that inhabited Makkah and was responsible for the Ka’bah.
• Ka’bah – The sacred building in Makkah, the most sacred site in Islam, built by Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail.
• Tajwid – The set of rules for the correct pronunciation of letters with all their qualities and applying the various rules of recitation in the Qur’an.
• Surah – A chapter of the Qur’an.
• Ibadah – Worship or servitude to Allah.
• Shukr – Gratitude or thankfulness to Allah for His blessings.

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling with recitation, the teacher will provide extra practice time and one-on-one guidance. Advanced learners will be encouraged to research the historical context of Suratul Quraysh and its connection to Suratul Fil.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure you have a clear understanding of Tajwid rules to guide pupils effectively. Encourage active participation and create a supportive environment for recitation. Emphasize the practical application of the Surah’s lessons in pupils’ lives.