1.72 Islam and Morality (WJEC GCSE)

Help students explore how Islamic teachings shape moral decisions and ethical living with this thought-provoking Lesson Pack for 1.72: Islam and Morality. Fully aligned with the WJEC Religious Studies 2025 specification, this resource introduces learners to key sources of Islamic moral guidance and the deep connection between ethical choices, religious duty, and belief in divine accountability.

Learners Will Understand:

Making Moral Decisions in Islam

• Obedience to divine commands as the foundation of ethical behaviour
• The example of the Prophet Muhammad as a model for personal conduct
• Sharia law as a system of justice rooted in compassion, wisdom, and religious texts
• The role of conscience in choosing right from wrong

Sources of Moral Guidance

• The Qur’an and Hadith as central texts for understanding good character and moral responsibility
• How Muslims apply these teachings to everyday moral challenges

Judgement and Moral Consequences

• Belief in the Day of Judgement, where souls are held accountable for their actions
• How belief in divine justice influences decisions in this life
• The link between personal morality and the hope of reward in the hereafter

Suitable for:

• WJEC GCSE Religious Studies (2025)
• Islam units at KS4
• Core RE, revision, and homework tasks
• Cover lessons and remote learning