NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
14-16 AHMADU BELLO WAY, VICTORIA ISLAND LAGOS
SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
MARCH/APRIL 2015 EXAMINATION
Programme: B. A. Islamic Studies
Name of Subject: Islamic Studies
Course/Title: ISL330 : Advanced Study of Sawm and Hajj
2.0 Units Time Allowed: 2 hrs
Instruction to Candidates: Answer only THREE questions in all
- Explain fasting and its significance according to Islamic view. 23 Marks
- Quoting from relevant passages of the Qur’ān, discuss the Ramadhan fast as a compulsory exercise for Muslims. 24 Marks
3 a. Trace the origin of Hajj exercise in Islam. 7 Marks
b. State some of the things expected of an intending pilgrim to do when leaving
home for Hajj. 16 Marks
4 a. Differentiate between Hajj and Umurah. 7 Marks
b. Briefly explain each of the following essential rites of Hajj: 16 Marks
- Ihrām
- Tawāf
- Sa‘y
- Wuqūf fīl ‘Arafah
5 a. Discuss five things that can spoil fasting. 15 Marks
b. Mention and explain three things that do not spoil fasting. 8 Marks
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