O Level Islamiyat 2058 · Topic 5.1

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244 real questionsasked in 10 of the last 10 exam series2019–2025usually: Give, Write, Describe, Show, Explain

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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q1a[4]
Briefly describe the main theme(s) in each passage.
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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q1b[4]
Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Sura 6.101–103 101. To Him is due the primal origin of the heavens and the earth: how can He have a son when He has no consort? He created all things, and He has full knowledge of all things. 102. That is Allah, your Lord! there is no God but He,...
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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q2a[10]
Describe the first revelation, and the roles of Jibril, Khadija and Waraqah ibn Nawfal at the time of the first revelation.
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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q2b[4]
What is the significance of God sending the first revelation through an angel? Give reasons for your answer.
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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q3a[10]
Give an account of the persecutions suffered by the new followers of Islam in Makka.
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2058/11 · October/November 2025 · Q3b[4]
What lessons can be learned from the lives of early Muslims about remaining steadfast in their faith?
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q1a[4]
Briefly describe the main theme(s) in each passage.
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q1b[4]
Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Sura 6.75–79 75. So also did We show Abraham the power and the laws of the heavens and the earth, so that he might have certainty. 76. When the night covered him over, he saw a star: He said: ‘This is my Lord.’ But when it set, he said: ‘I do not...
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q2a[10]
Write about how God describes Himself. Refer to three of the following set passages: Suras 2.255, 6.101–103, 41.37, 42.4–5 and 112.
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q2b[4]
How can these descriptions of God help Muslims in their daily lives?
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q3a[10]
Describe the way the Prophet (pbuh) began openly calling the Makkans to Islam and their reaction.
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q3b[4]
What lessons can Muslims learn from the Prophet’s reaction to the Makkans’ response to his calls, and apply in their own lives?
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q4a[10]
Describe the way the relationship between the Emigrants (Muhajirun) and Helpers (Ansar) developed in Madina.
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q4b[4]
To what extent can relationships such as those between the Ansar and Muhajirun be developed by Muslims today?
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2058/12 · October/November 2025 · Q5a[10]
Write about the main roles played by the Scribes of the Prophet (pbuh).
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2058/21 · October/November 2025 · Q4a[10]
Write about the compilation and standardisation of the Qur’an, first under Abu Bakr and then under ʿUthman.
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2058/21 · October/November 2025 · Q4b[4]
In your opinion, what were the benefits of a written Qur’an to Muslims in the time of the two compilations and today.
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2058/11 · May/June 2025 · Q1a[4]
Briefly describe the main theme(s) in each passage.
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2058/11 · May/June 2025 · Q1b[4]
Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim’s life today. Sura 42.4–5 4. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and on earth: and He is most high, most great. 5. The heavens are almost rent asunder from above them, and the angels celebrate the praises of their Lord, and pray for forgiveness for beings...
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2058/11 · May/June 2025 · Q2a[10]
Using passages you have studied, describe God’s relationship with His Messengers Jesus ( ͑ Isa) and Muhammad (pbuh).
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What examiners said

Good responses effectively maintained their concentration on the distinct themes present in the selected passages. In discussing passage (i), they talked about God's Oneness, His unique characteristics, and His power and grandeur. Likewise, for passage (ii), the focal point was God's Oneness and uniqueness. In the case of the third passage, candidates highlighted God's roles as the passionate Lord...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 2058/11 Q1(a) (Cambridge)

The responses which extended their answers to illustrate how the descriptions of God in the passages selected influenced the daily lives of Muslims demonstrated a more impactful approach. They explored aspects such as the themes enabling Muslims to steer clear of shirk, fostering reliance on God, encouraging seeking His approval and guidance, cultivating awe for His personality, and inspiring indi...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 2058/11 Q1(b) (Cambridge)

In general, this question was answered well. The most proficient responses included explicit references to the passages in the syllabus that address the themes of God's relationship with the created world. For each passage, these high-performing responses identified various points that signified the specific relationship, such as creation, provisions for sustenance, knowledge, and protection. Nota...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 2058/11 Q2(a) (Cambridge)

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In the syllabus

5.1.1 Major themes of the Qur’an

God in himself.
God’s relationship with the created world.
God’s Messengers.
the major theme or themes of the Qur’an that appear in each passage, and.
the importance of these themes in the lives of Muslims today.

5.1.2 The history and importance of the Qur’an

the revelation of the Qur’an to the Prophet (pbuh) between the years 610 and 632.
the account of the compilation of the Qur’an under the Rightly Guided Caliphs.
the major themes of the Qur’an as contained both in the passages set for special study and in other similar passages.
the use of the Qur’an in legal thinking, and its relationship with the Hadiths, consensus (ijma‘ ) and analogy (qiyas).
its significance as the basis of all thought and action in Islam.

5.1.3 The life and importance of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)

the main events of the Prophet’s life from his birth to his call to prophethood.
the main events of his activities in Makka and his experiences with his opponents.
the main events of his activities in Madina, his leadership of the community there and his conflicts with the Makkans and others.
his actions and character.
the importance of his actions as examples for Muslim individuals in their personal conduct and relations with others including women and non-Muslims.
the importance of his actions as examples for Muslim communities in their relations with other states.
his significance as Seal of the Prophets and last Messenger of God.

5.1.4 The first Islamic community

the Prophet’s wives.
his descendants, including his children, grandchildren and the direct line recognised among Shi‘a Muslims as Imams.
his leading Companions, including the Ten Blessed Companions, his Scribes, the major characters who surrounded him in his ministry, the Emigrants and Helpers, and the four Rightly Guided Caliphs during his lifetime. (Note that the period of the Rightly Guided Caliphs’ rules after the time of the Prophet (pbuh) is included in the syllabus under Paper 2.) the significant facts of their lives. They should also be able to explain the importance of their actions and experiences in the history and beliefs of Islam.

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