Daily check in 3/9/2015

1. Progress Monitoring: What objectives have I completed/mastered thus far? _3___ out of 9
2. Goal Setting: Which objectives will you complete/work on today? _____today I plan to complete the sharia law questions_____
3. Reflection:

Objective 1.3

Paper 2

To what extent do rules on dress reflect or inform communal identity?

The rules on dress is a key indicator of that community’s identity. In regards to Muslim woman, there is a large variety on the strictness of their modesty. Some communities are very strict and a full body covering is the social normality of that community. In less traditional communities only a Hijab is worn; and lastly in more modern communities no coverings are worn at all. From the words of a progressive American Muslim women, “She says that Islam teaches modesty — but wearing the Hijab is taking it a step too far.” These many different views really mix up the views of that community. For that reason, based on the style of dress, it can easily be seen the ideals of that community.

            Rules on dress are not limited to just Muslims. All communities reflect their views based on their style of dress. Quite simply, you can assume a general age range of someone and what community they associate with based on their style of dress. For example, a nine year old will dress much differently from a twenty-one year old. Also, clothing is a clear indicator because it is very identifiable, and it has clear borders. What I mean by this is that once you leave that community, the style of dress changes. Because there is so much variety in style of clothing it is a great indicator of that community’s identity.   

Objective 1.2

Objective 1.2

What is the focus of this article? The focus of this article is to explain the importance of the Hijab and what the women think about wearing the Hijab.

General points: Most woman think the veil strips them of their individuality and they think it is overly modest.

Felt wearing the veil was becoming mechanical

Wanted to see if taking the veil off would fix their problems

“She says that Islam teaches modesty — but wearing the hijab is taking it a step too far.

"I've done my research, and I don't feel its foundation is from Islam," she says. "I think it comes from Arab culture."”

 

 

Daily check in 3/6/2015

. Progress Monitoring: What objectives have I completed/mastered thus far? ____1 out of 9
2. Goal Setting: Which objectives will you complete/work on today? 1.2-1.3__________
3. Reflection:
today I believe I had an 8 in regards to effort. I was focused 90% of the time and I finished the objectives I set as a goal. I finished objective 1.2 and my paper 2 today.

• On a scale of 0-10 (0= no effor, 10= maximum effort), how much effort did you put into today's class? 
• Briefly describe what you achieved today. Also - post any questions you might have for the class/Mr. Beller.

At the start of the class you will need to do the following:

(Post to blog)

1. Progress Monitoring: What objectives have I completed/mastered thus far? __0__ out of 9
2. Goal Setting: Which objectives will you complete/work on today? _Today I will complete objective 1.1 ____
3. Reflection: my effort today was a 5 I was productive but u did not work to my greatest abilities

On a scale of 0-10 (0= no effor, 10= maximum effort), how much effort did you put into today's class? 

Briefly describe what you achieved today. Also - post any questions you might have for the class/Mr. Beller.

Today I read through the article and I was able to gain a basic understanding of the key vocabulary

Huston Smith part 1

Huston Smith part 1

Ch. 1

How did Islam begin?

Main ideas:

·         Islam begins with God, not Muhammad

·         Arabs and Jews consider themselves descendants from Shem

·         Abraham had two sons Ishmael and Isaac

·         Ishmael was banished, created Mecca and became Muslim

·         Isaac remained in Palestine and became Jewish

Thesis: The start of Islam can be traced back through the Quran to the very beginning. Islam runs parallel with Judaism and Christianity however has key differences

Summary: Islam was created by God not Muhammad. Arabs are descendants of Shem who conquered the Middle East. Islam spread with the rise of the Arab nation.

Ch. 2

What was the impact of Muhammad?

Main Ideas:

·         Muhammad is a descendant od Ishmael in Arabia

·         He is considered “The Seal of the Prophets” for he was the last valid prophit

·         The world was very ignorant and full of jinn at the time of Muhammad

·         Muhammad’s heart was filled with the light of God even in this dark time

·         By spreading the word of God, Muhammad gained many followers

Thesis: Muhammad had a huge impact on the start of Islam. He is not the founder however Islam would not have been created if it was not for him.

Summary: The world at that time was a mess. Everyone was ignorant and sin was ramped. Muhammad came along spreading the word of God and received great affection. Muhammad gained many followers and ended up creating what is known as Islam.

Ch. 3

Was there opposition against Muhammad?

Main Ideas:

·         The people of Mecca were against Muhammad

·         Muhammad traveled from Mecca to Yathrib

·         Muhammad turned from prophesizing to administration

·         Muhammad was able to capture Mecca through battle

·         Won the war with the help of God

Thesis: Muhammad was able to flee to Yathrib and gain followers and ultimately was able to conquer Mecca although being outnumbered. He believed he was able to win because he was fighting with God on his side. ““No we are three,” Muhammad answered “for God is with us.” The Koran agrees.”

Summary: Muhammad was able to capture Mecca with the Help of God. His followers had conquered Armenia, Persia, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, north Africa, and Spain all in a brief period of time. Muhammad is considered to be the most influential human of all time.

Quran by Heart

Quran by Heart

Considering the following: how their lives changed when it was decided they would compete; how they felt during the competition; their family and community’s reaction to their victory or loss

In The Quran by Heart there was a small man from Tajikistan who was 10 years old named Nabiollah. When Nabiollah found out he would be partaking in this competition, he was very relaxed, unlike his competitors. Although he was one of the youngest contestants he was very relaxed. He made the travel from Tajikistan to Egypt with his tutor which was very comforting. During the competition he had a lot of weight on his shoulders. He was seen as a glory child back home and was here to represent the best of Tajikistan. His family had to be financially stable if they were able to send him to a school to study Islam, so his absence probably did not affect them on an economical level, with that said the pride of the family was resting on his shoulders. Academics seemed like it had a high priority in Nabiollah’s household, all the more reason why this contest was so important. Before the contest Nabiollah applied for a small private school to learn and study Islam. He was denied. He was not admitted because he was illiterate in Arabic, the language of the Quran. However, because he scored so phenomenal in the competition he was permitted into the school. Nabiollah was even asked by the president of Egypt to do a recitation. His voice was that beautiful. He got all this even though he got third place for he messed up his Tajweed. All in all his family and community was very proud and happy.