The history and importance of the Qur'an — IGCSE Islamiyat (0493) questions by topic
The first revelation, the different modes by which revelation came to the Prophet, and the rules of analogy in law making define this compact topic, with just 5 real questions across 2023 to 2025 papers, all worth 14 marks.
Describe and explain want the specific mode or event named precisely, while evaluate rewards drawing out its wider significance, such as why the Prophet's inability to read and write confirms the authenticity of the message he received. Because this topic has the fewest questions here, drafting each of the small number of variations and getting instant marking is an efficient way to cover the full range before the exam.
What examiners look for
- Strong answers delve deeper, providing specific details and in some cases quotes or excerpts from reliable sources of Islamic history.
- Strong responses explain that the Prophet's inability to read and write confirmed the authenticity and genuineness of God's message.
- Strong answers describe the different modes of revelation together with the bodily sensations the Prophet experienced, quoting from authentic Hadith collections on the Companions' observations.
- Strong responses on analogy in law making share a wide range of reasons, including guidance tailored to community needs, easing the hardship of receiving revelation, and gradual implementation of Quranic injunctions.
May–June 2025, Paper 21
Write about the rules of analogy (qiyas) to show how it is used in law making. Give two examples of its use by Muslims today.
Answer this question and get it marked →May–June 2024, Paper 12
Describe the way the Qur'an was compiled and standardised into one book.
Answer this question and get it marked →October–November 2024, Paper 11
Give an account of the different ways that revelation came to the Prophet (pbuh).
Answer this question and get it marked →May–June 2023, Paper 11
The Prophet (pbuh) received revelation from God when he was 40 years old. Write about this experience of the first revelation.
Answer this question and get it marked →May–June 2023, Paper 12
Write about the different ways that revelations were received by the Prophet (pbuh).
Answer this question and get it marked →