Class 8th: HAZRAT MUHAMMAD (SAW), AN EMBODIMENT OF JUSTICE
1.What is the main idea of the passage?
Ans#1: This lesson teaches us how our Holy Prophet Muhammad SAW is the physical representation of justice. On many occasions he gave us examples to ensure justice for both his relatives, non relatives for Muslims and Non Muslims.
2. How did Hazrat Muhammad Rasulullah set high standards of justice in the society at that time ?
Ans#2: Hazrat Muhammad Rasulullah set high standards of justice in the society at that time by making fair decisions. He did not favour any nobel or rich person on the basis of wealth and nobility. He exercised justice not only other but also on himself.
3. The text suggests that Rasulullah practically applied the principles of equality and brotherhood. What evidence can you find in the text to support this claim?
Ans#3: Rasulullah practically applied the principles of equality and brotherhood that is evident from the incident of battle of Badr.
When there were few camels and three people were rode on one camel. Hazrat Abu Lubabah and Hazrat Ali were with Hazrat Muhammad SAW and it was Messenger's of Allah's turn to walk. They asked him that they would walk instead of him but he refused and replied " You two are not stronger than me and I am not in less need of rewards than you.
4. The text talks how Rasulullah applied the principles of justice to himself as well. Find the passage illustrated this event and recount it in your notebook.
Ans#4: On various occasions, Rasulullah applied the principles of justice on himself as well. When Rasulullah was inspecting the rows of the companions before battle of Badar, he slightly pushed a companion into the line who was protruding. But he complained about it and demanded retribution. Rasulullah SAW allowed him to take retribution from him.
5. When a woman of a rich tribe was accused of theft, Rasulullah said words that history has preserved forever. Scan the text and paraphrase the Hadith.
Ans#5: Rasulullah SAW said that previous nations were destroyed because they always forgave rich and impose laws on poor. He also said if it was his daughter Fatima who committed theft, he would also cut her hands off. He ensured justice was upheld and all were treated equally.
6. Rasulullah was known as Sadia and Amin. Can you share an event from history in which he demonstrates these qualities?
Ans#6: Rasulullah was known as Sadiq and Amin. Even his worst enemies trusted him. The pagans of Makkah, though they rejected Muhammad’s call to Islam, still trusted no one but him with their belongings when they travelled. When the Prophet finally migrated from Makkah to Madinah, he asked Hazrat Ali to stay behind to return the pledges he was keeping. Trustworthy to all, he wouldn’t keep even a penny’s worth of his enemies’ property.
7. How can Muslims apply the rules of justice set by Rasulullah in today's society?
Ans#7: Muslims can apply the rules of justice set by Rasulullah in today's society by following the principles set by him. We should speak truth, exercise fair judgement even it is against ourselves, our parents or relatives. We must ensure not to villainize others, oppress them or infringe other rights.
8. Why is staying on a just path considered difficult?
Ans#8: Staying on just path is considered difficult because sometimes you have to give decisions against yourself or your near and dear ones. Sometimes you have to go against very powerful member of society. It is very difficult to treat both rich and poor equally and ensuring justice between them.
Q#9: Read the text again and infer how Rasulullah achieved justice.?
Rasulullah achieved justice by practicing on the principles given by our religion Islam. He exercised the principles of equality, justice, and brotherhood according to the teaching of Islam and ensured justice for all setting aside every discrimination.
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