Instructions:
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Watch the video carefully and take clear, organized notes while watching.
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Review the concepts covered in the video and then attempt all the given exercises independently.
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If you feel stuck on any question, go back to your notes and re-watch the relevant part of the video before moving on.
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Do not skip difficult questions—use your notes to understand the method or concept step by step.
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Write down any questions or confusions in your notebook so you can ask the lecturer during the next class.
Good morning students. Today we are going to learn about the major teachings in the Hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, about individual conduct. In simple words, this means how we behave as Muslims in our daily lives—with ourselves, with other people, and with society as a whole. The Prophet, peace be upon him, showed us that good character is part of our faith. If a person truly believes in Allah, it should be visible in the way they act—by being honest, humble, generous, patient, kind, and just.
Let’s begin with honesty. The Prophet, peace be upon him, said that truthfulness leads to righteousness, and righteousness leads to Paradise. Lying, on the other hand, leads to sin and eventually Hell. Think about this in your own lives. If you cheat in an exam or lie to your parents, maybe you can escape punishment for a while, but Allah knows the truth. Being honest builds trust and respect, while lying destroys relationships.
Next is humility. The Prophet taught that arrogance is dangerous. He said no one with even a small amount of arrogance in their heart will enter Paradise. But he explained that liking nice clothes or shoes is not arrogance—arrogance means rejecting the truth and looking down on people. For example, if a student thinks they’re better than others just because they get high marks, that is pride. But being thankful to Allah for success and treating others kindly shows humility.
Generosity is another key teaching. The Prophet, peace be upon him, said that a true believer does not sleep while their neighbor is hungry. Generosity isn’t just about giving money. Sharing your lunch with a friend who forgot theirs, helping a classmate with studies, or spending time with someone who is lonely are also acts of generosity. The important part is that you give with sincerity, not for praise.
Patience and self-control are also very important. The Prophet said the strong person is not the one who can overpower others, but the one who controls themselves when angry. Imagine someone insults you at school. The easy reaction is to shout back or fight. But true strength is to stay calm, forgive, and respond wisely. Patience helps us face difficulties without losing our character.
Kindness and compassion are central to the Prophet’s teachings. He said whoever is not merciful to others will not be shown mercy. This includes kindness to family, neighbors, strangers, and even animals. For example, feeding a stray cat or speaking politely to younger siblings are acts of mercy. These small actions build a caring and peaceful society.
Finally, justice. The Prophet, peace be upon him, said we must be just, even if it goes against ourselves or our relatives. That means standing up for what is right, even when it’s hard. For example, if your best friend cheats and you cover for them, that’s unfair. But being honest, even if it upsets them, is justice—and Allah loves justice.
So students, to summarize: the Hadiths teach us that individual conduct is not separate from belief—it is part of faith. A true believer shows honesty, humility, generosity, patience, kindness, and justice in daily life. These values make us better people, improve society, and bring us closer to Allah. Always remember: good character is one of the strongest signs of true faith.
