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« Reply #585 on: September 19, 2017, 08:53:34 pm »
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Hey there! Good on you for reaching out to bump up your marks. Religion and Peace essays, I find, students tend to skip out on the sacred texts and writings a lot and instead focus on initiatives and so on. So definitely that, and also, even if the essay asks about world peace specifically, bring in the inner peace as a means of being able to achieve world peace. Individuals are what makes up the world, so for individuals to find peace in themselves, they can find peace in the world around them.

As a note, my mum is an SOR2 teacher and I just asked her if she had anything to add and she said she wholeheartedly agrees.

Otherwise - is it in your expression that your losing your marks? Or do you find yourself to be a fairly strong writer?

Hi Ellyse,

Thanks for your response

I feel it is a bit of a mix, the tips you said above i dont feel as though i do enough of so im definatly going to place a focus on incorporating teachings and sacred texts throughout my essay.

Ive always, acrcoss all essay subjects, had a bit of an expression problem , I feel like I sort of over complicate my ideas and sentences so i need to keep on working on that




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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #586 on: September 19, 2017, 10:06:14 pm »
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Hi Ellyse,

Thanks for your response

I feel it is a bit of a mix, the tips you said above i dont feel as though i do enough of so im definatly going to place a focus on incorporating teachings and sacred texts throughout my essay.

Ive always, acrcoss all essay subjects, had a bit of an expression problem , I feel like I sort of over complicate my ideas and sentences so i need to keep on working on that





That's perfect you've identified that! I find one of the best ways is to write the briefest plan ever for a paragraph before writing. Even like:
John 19
Stimulus
Baptism white symbols
Aspersion

And then I know to focus on one thing at a time in my sentences and be really clear - especially because in exams you can zone out for 0.5 of a second and forget where you are and panic and start writing until the cows come home and your sentence is already 30 words long!
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« Reply #587 on: September 23, 2017, 10:52:06 pm »
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Hello! Can someone please give me general feedback for the following questions. Very much appreciated.
Briefly outline Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are two main types of baptism.
Paedobaptism refers to the baptism of infants, generally by immersion or affusion. It is engaged in with to belief that the infant will grow up to live in the life of Christ - a duty of the parents of the infant. The catholic Church, Anglicans and orthodox engage in paedobaptism.
Adult baptism (Believer's baptism) is an outward sign of faith that the adherent has come to a personal decision to relinquish their previous life, absolving them of sin and to “begin a new life directed by Jesus Christ” (Romans). Pentecostalists and Baptists engage in adult baptism.
Analyse the significance for the individual of Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the symbolic enactment of the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ - a core belief of Christianity, thus epitomising its importance toward the individual. Christianity is a rite of passage for the individual, marking the beginning of their journey in Christ. The symbolic nature of the washing away with water indicates the adherent has “repented their old ways and has begun a new life directed by Christ” (Romans). In doing so, Baptism grants adherent salvation in Christ. Furthermore, the sacrament of Baptism allows access to the outer sacraments, such as Reconciliation and confirmation, these of which allow adherents to further consolidate their affinity with Christ and their faith, thus demonstrating baptism to be of utmost significance towards the individual. Yet, despite the grandeur of the importance, different demonstrations of Christianity have specific mindsets when considering importance of Baptism towards the individual. Anglicans believe Baptism to be a purifying ritual, either infants one cleansed of the original sin or adults of their earthly sin, either for these holding great importance. Catholics, believe Baptism to be the key of salvation, and Pentecostalists believe it to be associated with the tidy spirit, a third of Holy Trinity. Despite the varying interpretations of the importance of baptism for the individual, it’s undenying importance between denominations is undeniable.
Aisha
“He who obeys the messenger has obeyed Allah, but those who turn away, we have not sent you over them as the guardian.”  (Quran)
To what extent has Aisha demonstrated an obedience to Allah?

 Aisha bint Bakr, a wife of the prophet Muhammad and frequently stated by scholars to he his favourite, has had a profound impact on the development and expression of Islam - encouraging adherents to “obey the Messenger (her husband Muhammad) in fun chewing Allah.” Aisha had a slew of religious contributions, are such being the scandal of the slander - thus demonstrating a clear obedience to Allah lost in the desert after Muhammad’s war campaign, Aisha was brought back to medina on horseback by another man. This stirred great controversy, causing the Islamic community to question the fidelity of Aisha. This is fun caused Muhammad to have a revelation, “Why did they not produce far witness” (Quran) which has been immortalised in the Quran, the word of Allah. This is used in Sharia Law, today, demonstrating the great extent of obedience to Allah Aisha exhibited, because, she was innocent by Islamic Law. Further, her excellent memory had allowed her to retain and transmit over 2000 Hadiths, preserving the word of the “messenger” and those who had obeyed these words has “obeyed Allah”. Her transmission of hadiths such as “Beware of Jealousy. For it destroys good deeds the way fire destroys wood” epitomes her obedience to the word of “the messenger (and thus) Allah” and her obedience towards Allah. Dedication and obedience towards Allah by Aisha can also be observed through her societal impacts, where she acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life and thus encouraging adherents to do so and “obey the word of The Messenger and obey Allah”. As a scholar of the Quran Aisha became known as the ‘Mother of All Believers’ due to her knowledge of the Quran and the Islamic Qiths, thus facilitating the growth of Islam thus displaying loyalty and obedience to “the messenger” and Allah- she also proved a role model for the rejection of wealth, and is noted that “Aisha gave away 70, 000 durhams in Chaty” (Scholar Urwah). Thus, it is evident that Aisha’ intentions lie in correction to the will of Allah, epitomising her “obeying to the Messenger and obeying Allah”.
Identity 2 contributions made by Aisha to the development of Islam.
Aisha had contributed to the “four witness to prove infidelity” ruling towards Islam, and also the dry ablution where ablution can be performed with fine dust or sand in the observe of water.

Sorry if there are spelling errors or something don't make sense, I got my brother to type this up from my book.
Thanks in advance!
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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #588 on: September 24, 2017, 12:52:41 pm »
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« Reply #589 on: September 24, 2017, 05:49:23 pm »
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Hello! Can someone please give me general feedback for the following questions. Very much appreciated.

Aisha
“He who obeys the messenger has obeyed Allah, but those who turn away, we have not sent you over them as the guardian.”  (Quran)
To what extent has Aisha demonstrated an obedience to Allah?

 Aisha bint Bakr, a wife of the prophet Muhammad and frequently stated by scholars to he his favourite, has had a profound impact on the development and expression of Islam - encouraging adherents to “obey the Messenger (her husband Muhammad) in fun chewing Allah.” Aisha had a slew of religious contributions, are such being the scandal of the slander - thus demonstrating a clear obedience to Allah lost in the desert after Muhammad’s war campaign, Aisha was brought back to medina on horseback by another man. This stirred great controversy, causing the Islamic community to question the fidelity of Aisha. This is fun caused Muhammad to have a revelation, “Why did they not produce far witness” (Quran) which has been immortalised in the Quran, the word of Allah. This is used in Sharia Law, today, demonstrating the great extent of obedience to Allah Aisha exhibited, because, she was innocent by Islamic Law. Further, her excellent memory had allowed her to retain and transmit over 2000 Hadiths, preserving the word of the “messenger” and those who had obeyed these words has “obeyed Allah”. Her transmission of hadiths such as “Beware of Jealousy. For it destroys good deeds the way fire destroys wood” epitomes her obedience to the word of “the messenger (and thus) Allah” and her obedience towards Allah. Dedication and obedience towards Allah by Aisha can also be observed through her societal impacts, where she acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life and thus encouraging adherents to do so and “obey the word of The Messenger and obey Allah”. As a scholar of the Quran Aisha became known as the ‘Mother of All Believers’ due to her knowledge of the Quran and the Islamic Qiths, thus facilitating the growth of Islam thus displaying loyalty and obedience to “the messenger” and Allah- she also proved a role model for the rejection of wealth, and is noted that “Aisha gave away 70, 000 durhams in Chaty” (Scholar Urwah). Thus, it is evident that Aisha’ intentions lie in correction to the will of Allah, epitomising her “obeying to the Messenger and obeying Allah”.

Sorry if there are spelling errors or something don't make sense, I got my brother to type this up from my book.
Thanks in advance!

I probably won't give the best feedback since I didn't do Aisha as my significant person but I thought I might try.
In you first sentence, it's probably because your brother typed it verbatim, but what does "in fun chewing Allah" mean? I think in your first sentence you can link Aisha's encouragement of adherents to "obey the Messenger" (and thus Allah) more explicitly to Aisha demonstration her obedience to Allah through her contributions to Islam. Also I think you're mentioning the contributions really well  about Aisha's obedience to Allah, but you need to talk more about the impact her actions have on the life on adherents, e.g. unpack how she "acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life".
It's good to quote where specifically in the Quran your quotes came from as well. If you want you can link a principle belief to obedience to Allah e.g. Tahwid but idk if you have to
Also I think you need to talk about the "to what extent" part of the question more- e.g. are there arguments of how she had a negative impact, or that her contributions didn't go far enough in some cases? (or are you using the controversy of her fidelity as an example).
For your last sentence maybe rearrange it so that the quote isn't right at the end, but that's just me being nit-picky

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« Reply #590 on: September 25, 2017, 08:55:02 pm »
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Hey guys,
Just a question in relation to the 2009 HSC Section III Christianity Question:

Now it came to pass, as he sat at the table with them, that he took bread,
blessed it and broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened and
they knew him; and he vanished from their sight. And they said to one
another, ‘Did not our heart burn within us while he talked with us on the
road, and while he opened the Scriptures to us?’
Luke 24:30–32, New King James Bible

With reference to Luke’s post-resurrection account in the quotation, assess Christianity as a
living religious tradition in the life of its adherents.

I can imagine why students would freak at this! Any ideas on where to go with this (I do marriage, paul and sexual ethics). I feel like maybe I could discuss salvation and paul's justification by faith but not really sure other than that thanks! :)
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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #591 on: September 27, 2017, 11:32:16 pm »
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Hey guys,
Just a question in relation to the 2009 HSC Section III Christianity Question:

Now it came to pass, as he sat at the table with them, that he took bread,
blessed it and broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened and
they knew him; and he vanished from their sight. And they said to one
another, ‘Did not our heart burn within us while he talked with us on the
road, and while he opened the Scriptures to us?’
Luke 24:30–32, New King James Bible

With reference to Luke’s post-resurrection account in the quotation, assess Christianity as a
living religious tradition in the life of its adherents.

I can imagine why students would freak at this! Any ideas on where to go with this (I do marriage, paul and sexual ethics). I feel like maybe I could discuss salvation and paul's justification by faith but not really sure other than that thanks! :)

Hi there,

Just my two cents,

My understanding of a living relgious tradition is one that is still relevent today whilst still portraying the roots of the religion.

So for that question, i think you should try and relate the parts of the syllabus to the idea that the religion is relevent today whilst trying to align it with the message of the quote
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« Reply #592 on: September 27, 2017, 11:34:54 pm »
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Hi there,

Just my two cents,

My understanding of a living relgious tradition is one that is still relevent today whilst still portraying the roots of the religion.

So for that question, i think you should try and relate the parts of the syllabus to the idea that the religion is relevent today whilst trying to align it with the message of the quote

EDIT: So I just did what I should have always done and read commentaries on this passage and it is mainly about the disciples realising that Jesus had in fact risen from the dead so perhaps I could do body paragraphs on the principal beliefs of prelim:
DEATH AND RESURRECTION OF CHRIST
Link to marriage R.E  Christian marriage reflects the sacrificial love that exists between God and the Church, as proven in the death and resurrection of Christ.
Link to Paul R.E his teachings on Eucharist as a reflection of Christ's death and resurrection
SALVATION
Link to marriage R.E Marriage as a reminder to Christians of the everlasting Covenant with God, with salvation being the new covenant.
Link to Paul R.E Justification by faith - faith alone as sufficient to achieve salvation

That's all I can think of atm. they are not the clearest links and will also need to make sure they link to Christianity as a living religious tradition in order to answer the question fully. Any ideas/criticisms?
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« Reply #593 on: September 28, 2017, 10:54:40 am »
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Hello! Can someone please give me general feedback for the following questions. Very much appreciated.
Sorry if there are spelling errors or something don't make sense, I got my brother to type this up from my book.
Thanks in advance!

I love that you recruited your brother to type these up. I definitely got my sister to do tasks for me too! lol. Need my own personal assistant for the HSC  :P

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Briefly outline Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are two main types of baptism. I haven't come across this definition before.
Paedobaptism refers to the baptism of infants, generally by immersion or affusion. It is engaged in with to belief that the infant will grow up to live in the life of Christ - a duty of the parents of the infant. The catholic Church, Anglicans and orthodox engage in paedobaptism.
Adult baptism (Believer's baptism) is an outward sign of faith that the adherent has come to a personal decision to relinquish their previous life, absolving them of sin and to “begin a new life directed by Jesus Christ” (Romans). Pentecostalists and Baptists engage in adult baptism. You've taken a unique approach to Baptism here. I think the initial understanding of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus needs the tiniest bit more fleshing out, it's just kind of at the beginning there and not touched on again, so even though this response isn't worth a lot of marks, it still isn't quite cohesive in my opinion.
 

Analyse the significance for the individual of Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the symbolic enactment of the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ - a core belief of Christianity, thus epitomising its importance toward the individual. Christianity is a rite of passage for the individual, marking the beginning of their journey in Christ. The symbolic nature of the washing away with water indicates the adherent has “repented their old ways and has begun a new life directed by Christ” (Romans). In doing so, Baptism grants adherent salvation in Christ. Furthermore, the sacrament of Baptism allows access to the outer sacraments, such as Reconciliation and confirmation, these of which allow adherents to further consolidate their affinity with Christ and their faith, thus demonstrating baptism to be of utmost significance towards the individual. Yet, despite the grandeur of the importance, different demonstrations of Christianity have specific mindsets when considering importance of Baptism towards the individual. Anglicans believe Baptism to be a purifying ritual, either infants one cleansed of the original sin or adults of their earthly sin, either for these holding great importance. Catholics, believe Baptism to be the key of salvation, and Pentecostalists believe it to be associated with the tidy spirit, a third of Holy Trinity. Despite the varying interpretations of the importance of baptism for the individual, it’s undenying importance between denominations is undeniable. ??? Can't really fault this except that there's not a wholllle lotta sacred texts and writing references, which I think could improve your work just that tiny bit more - leave no doubt in the marker's mind that you deserve this.  You've got the Romans passage there I see but I think it can go further. You've put a great focus on the individual, as per the question requests, and linked it to principal beliefs!
Aisha
“He who obeys the messenger has obeyed Allah, but those who turn away, we have not sent you over them as the guardian.”  (Quran)
To what extent has Aisha demonstrated an obedience to Allah?

 Aisha bint Bakr, a wife of the prophet Muhammad and frequently stated by scholars to he his favourite, has had a profound impact on the development and expression of Islam - encouraging adherents to “obey the Messenger (her husband Muhammad) in fun chewing Allah.” The little bit in brackets here isn't really necessary in my opinion :) Aisha had a slew of religious contributions, are such being the scandal of the slander - thus demonstrating a clear obedience to Allah lost in the desert after Muhammad’s war campaign, Aisha was brought back to medina on horseback by another man. This stirred great controversy, causing the Islamic community to question the fidelity of Aisha. This is fun caused Muhammad to have a revelation, “Why did they not produce far witness” (Quran) which has been immortalised in the Quran, the word of Allah. This is used in Sharia Law, today, demonstrating the great extent of obedience to Allah Aisha exhibited, because, she was innocent by Islamic Law. Further, her excellent memory had allowed her to retain and transmit over 2000 Hadiths, preserving the word of the “messenger” and those who had obeyed these words has “obeyed Allah”. Her transmission of hadiths such as “Beware of Jealousy. For it destroys good deeds the way fire destroys wood” epitomes her obedience to the word of “the messenger (and thus) Allah” and her obedience towards Allah. Dedication and obedience towards Allah by Aisha can also be observed through her societal impacts, where she acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life and thus encouraging adherents to do so and “obey the word of The Messenger and obey Allah”. As a scholar of the Quran Aisha became known as the ‘Mother of All Believers’ due to her knowledge of the Quran and the Islamic Qiths, thus facilitating the growth of Islam thus displaying loyalty and obedience to “the messenger” and Allah- she also proved a role model for the rejection of wealth, and is noted that “Aisha gave away 70, 000 durhams in Chaty” (Scholar Urwah). Thus, it is evident that Aisha’ intentions lie in correction to the will of Allah, epitomising her “obeying to the Messenger and obeying Allah”. I think this is really quite good. I know you said your brother potentially made mistakes in the transcribing - but as is you would probably lose marks for lack of clarity. Obviously you've given me the heads up, but might be worth assessing the legibility of your writing? Otherwise a very well supported little packet of information here - it does seem a little narrative retell when talking about the Slander, I understand why you've done it but I think it could be reduced. The incident of the slander and Aisha's ride home could be shortened instead of the context.
Identity 2 contributions made by Aisha to the development of Islam.
Aisha had contributed to the “four witness to prove infidelity” ruling towards Islam, and also the dry ablution where ablution can be performed with fine dust or sand in the observe of water. Great!

Hopefully this gives you a hand - you're definitely on the right track and are very close to ticking full marks for each!
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« Reply #594 on: September 28, 2017, 01:21:17 pm »
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« Reply #595 on: September 30, 2017, 08:19:56 pm »
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I probably won't give the best feedback since I didn't do Aisha as my significant person but I thought I might try.
In you first sentence, it's probably because your brother typed it verbatim, but what does "in fun chewing Allah" mean? I think in your first sentence you can link Aisha's encouragement of adherents to "obey the Messenger" (and thus Allah) more explicitly to Aisha demonstration her obedience to Allah through her contributions to Islam. Also I think you're mentioning the contributions really well  about Aisha's obedience to Allah, but you need to talk more about the impact her actions have on the life on adherents, e.g. unpack how she "acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life".
It's good to quote where specifically in the Quran your quotes came from as well. If you want you can link a principle belief to obedience to Allah e.g. Tahwid but idk if you have to
Also I think you need to talk about the "to what extent" part of the question more- e.g. are there arguments of how she had a negative impact, or that her contributions didn't go far enough in some cases? (or are you using the controversy of her fidelity as an example).
For your last sentence maybe rearrange it so that the quote isn't right at the end, but that's just me being nit-picky
I love that you recruited your brother to type these up. I definitely got my sister to do tasks for me too! lol. Need my own personal assistant for the HSC  :P

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Briefly outline Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are two main types of baptism. I haven't come across this definition before.
Paedobaptism refers to the baptism of infants, generally by immersion or affusion. It is engaged in with to belief that the infant will grow up to live in the life of Christ - a duty of the parents of the infant. The catholic Church, Anglicans and orthodox engage in paedobaptism.
Adult baptism (Believer's baptism) is an outward sign of faith that the adherent has come to a personal decision to relinquish their previous life, absolving them of sin and to “begin a new life directed by Jesus Christ” (Romans). Pentecostalists and Baptists engage in adult baptism. You've taken a unique approach to Baptism here. I think the initial understanding of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus needs the tiniest bit more fleshing out, it's just kind of at the beginning there and not touched on again, so even though this response isn't worth a lot of marks, it still isn't quite cohesive in my opinion.
 

Analyse the significance for the individual of Baptism.
The sacrament of Baptism is the symbolic enactment of the Christian adherent’s identification with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ - a core belief of Christianity, thus epitomising its importance toward the individual. Christianity is a rite of passage for the individual, marking the beginning of their journey in Christ. The symbolic nature of the washing away with water indicates the adherent has “repented their old ways and has begun a new life directed by Christ” (Romans). In doing so, Baptism grants adherent salvation in Christ. Furthermore, the sacrament of Baptism allows access to the outer sacraments, such as Reconciliation and confirmation, these of which allow adherents to further consolidate their affinity with Christ and their faith, thus demonstrating baptism to be of utmost significance towards the individual. Yet, despite the grandeur of the importance, different demonstrations of Christianity have specific mindsets when considering importance of Baptism towards the individual. Anglicans believe Baptism to be a purifying ritual, either infants one cleansed of the original sin or adults of their earthly sin, either for these holding great importance. Catholics, believe Baptism to be the key of salvation, and Pentecostalists believe it to be associated with the tidy spirit, a third of Holy Trinity. Despite the varying interpretations of the importance of baptism for the individual, it’s undenying importance between denominations is undeniable. ??? Can't really fault this except that there's not a wholllle lotta sacred texts and writing references, which I think could improve your work just that tiny bit more - leave no doubt in the marker's mind that you deserve this.  You've got the Romans passage there I see but I think it can go further. You've put a great focus on the individual, as per the question requests, and linked it to principal beliefs!
Aisha
“He who obeys the messenger has obeyed Allah, but those who turn away, we have not sent you over them as the guardian.”  (Quran)
To what extent has Aisha demonstrated an obedience to Allah?

 Aisha bint Bakr, a wife of the prophet Muhammad and frequently stated by scholars to he his favourite, has had a profound impact on the development and expression of Islam - encouraging adherents to “obey the Messenger (her husband Muhammad) in fun chewing Allah.” The little bit in brackets here isn't really necessary in my opinion :) Aisha had a slew of religious contributions, are such being the scandal of the slander - thus demonstrating a clear obedience to Allah lost in the desert after Muhammad’s war campaign, Aisha was brought back to medina on horseback by another man. This stirred great controversy, causing the Islamic community to question the fidelity of Aisha. This is fun caused Muhammad to have a revelation, “Why did they not produce far witness” (Quran) which has been immortalised in the Quran, the word of Allah. This is used in Sharia Law, today, demonstrating the great extent of obedience to Allah Aisha exhibited, because, she was innocent by Islamic Law. Further, her excellent memory had allowed her to retain and transmit over 2000 Hadiths, preserving the word of the “messenger” and those who had obeyed these words has “obeyed Allah”. Her transmission of hadiths such as “Beware of Jealousy. For it destroys good deeds the way fire destroys wood” epitomes her obedience to the word of “the messenger (and thus) Allah” and her obedience towards Allah. Dedication and obedience towards Allah by Aisha can also be observed through her societal impacts, where she acted as a role model for the various aspects of muslim life and thus encouraging adherents to do so and “obey the word of The Messenger and obey Allah”. As a scholar of the Quran Aisha became known as the ‘Mother of All Believers’ due to her knowledge of the Quran and the Islamic Qiths, thus facilitating the growth of Islam thus displaying loyalty and obedience to “the messenger” and Allah- she also proved a role model for the rejection of wealth, and is noted that “Aisha gave away 70, 000 durhams in Chaty” (Scholar Urwah). Thus, it is evident that Aisha’ intentions lie in correction to the will of Allah, epitomising her “obeying to the Messenger and obeying Allah”. I think this is really quite good. I know you said your brother potentially made mistakes in the transcribing - but as is you would probably lose marks for lack of clarity. Obviously you've given me the heads up, but might be worth assessing the legibility of your writing? Otherwise a very well supported little packet of information here - it does seem a little narrative retell when talking about the Slander, I understand why you've done it but I think it could be reduced. The incident of the slander and Aisha's ride home could be shortened instead of the context.
Identity 2 contributions made by Aisha to the development of Islam.
Aisha had contributed to the “four witness to prove infidelity” ruling towards Islam, and also the dry ablution where ablution can be performed with fine dust or sand in the observe of water. Great!

Hopefully this gives you a hand - you're definitely on the right track and are very close to ticking full marks for each!

Thanks Angela and Elise!
Took my brother a bit of convincing - even though he has nothing to do in his spare time and sleeps for over half the day.

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« Reply #596 on: September 30, 2017, 08:38:09 pm »
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Hi guys,
I'm doing Christianity for my depth study SOR 1 and so for environmental ethics, how many ethics should I familiarize myself with? My teacher has given us five but I feel as though the only difference they have between them is the name and quote, or else, the explanation and issues addressed are pretty much similar such as, 'rspect for all creation and god is the creator of the world, all creation is made in the image of God.'

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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #597 on: September 30, 2017, 11:18:44 pm »
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Hi guys,
I'm doing Christianity for my depth study SOR 1 and so for environmental ethics, how many ethics should I familiarize myself with? My teacher has given us five but I feel as though the only difference they have between them is the name and quote, or else, the explanation and issues addressed are pretty much similar such as, 'rspect for all creation and god is the creator of the world, all creation is made in the image of God.'

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tbh ethics are really quite easy as they usually come from the same couple (if not the same) beliefs. so it makes sense that it overlaps! i think prepare a solid 4 as that's usually enough for a 5/6 page essay with the hsc booklets, but know the gist of an extra one just incase? and try to answer different bioethics questions just to learn to adapt them / see if they adapt. imo there's not much else to them tbh

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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #598 on: October 02, 2017, 12:54:54 pm »
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Hi! I was just wondering how many quotes we should have for a religion and peace essay? Thanks in advance!

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Re: Studies of Religion Question Thread
« Reply #599 on: October 02, 2017, 01:30:58 pm »
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Hi! I was just wondering how many quotes we should have for a religion and peace essay? Thanks in advance!

religious detail is super important in SOR essays.So i would say at least 3 quotes per paragraph that you do, and make sure to integrate them within your sentences to add to your argument. make sure you have quotes prepared that fit both inner and world peace though!