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 talk about the role of Hadith in Islam—in our beliefs, in Islamic law, and in our daily lives. The Qur’an is the main source of guidance, but the Hadith is like the practical manual that explains how to live by the Qur’an. Think of the Qur’an as the foundation, and the Hadith as the step-by-step guide that makes the foundation useful in real life.
First, let’s look at Hadith in belief. The Qur’an tells us the basic articles of faith, like belief in Allah, the angels, the books, the prophets, the Last Day, and divine decree. But it is Hadith that explains these beliefs in detail. For example, when Angel Jibreel asked the Prophet, peace be upon him, “What is faith?”, the Prophet explained exactly what it means. Without Hadith, we would know the basics from the Qur’an, but we wouldn’t have the full picture of what iman really includes. Hadith also tells us about the afterlife—things like the grave, resurrection, Paradise, and Hell—in ways the Qur’an only mentions briefly.
Next, we move to the role of Hadith in law. The Qur’an gives us general rules, but it doesn’t always provide details. For instance, the Qur’an commands us to “establish prayer,” but it doesn’t say how many times, what times, or how to perform it. The Prophet, peace be upon him, taught this in Hadith, saying: “Pray as you have seen me praying.” That’s why today, Muslims everywhere pray in the same way. Similarly, the Qur’an tells us to give zakat, but the Hadith explains the exact amount and conditions. Even punishments mentioned in the Qur’an, like for theft or adultery, are clarified in Hadith so that they are applied fairly and not misused. In this way, Hadith turns the Qur’an’s principles into a working legal system.
Now let’s look at Hadith in daily practice. This is where Hadith really comes alive. It doesn’t just cover worship, like wudu or Hajj, but also how we treat people around us. For example, the Prophet said: “The best of you are those who are best to their families.” He also said: “None of you truly believes until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself.” These Hadith guide us in family life, friendships, honesty in business, and even how to greet our neighbors. In fact, almost every daily action—from eating and sleeping to working and praying—can be guided by the Prophet’s example in Hadith.
Finally, remember that Hadith is not just about rules—it’s about preserving the living example of the Prophet, peace be upon him. The Qur’an calls him “the best example” for us. Through Hadith, we learn how he spoke kindly, forgave people, dealt with children, led his companions, and lived with humility. That makes the Prophet a role model we can follow in every part of life, not just in worship.
Summary:
Hadith is very important in Islam because it explains and applies the Qur’an. It strengthens belief, gives details for Islamic law, and guides daily life in worship, family, and good character. Most importantly, it preserves the Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him) example as the best role model.
