A Way of Life
A short, music-free song for children aged 4 to 9 that answers the question 'What is Islam?': a complete way of life, taught in the Qur'an for big and small.
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What is A Way of Life about?
A Way of Life is an Islamic video for children aged 4 to 9: a short, music-free song that answers the questions "What is Islam?" and "What does Islam say?".
Its answer is in the chorus, which children will soon be singing along to: Islam is a way of life, a complete way. The song explains that this way is taught in the Qur'an "for big and small", so it is for children as well as for grown-ups. It says that life is a test, and that our time here is borrowed before we return. And it says that the laws of Allah are perfect, with no flaws at all.
Behind the song is a big idea for young children: Islam is not only something we do at the mosque or at prayer times. It is a guide for the whole of life, every day. Through the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Allah has given us the teachings we need to live in a way that pleases Him.
The song is only about 2 minutes long, and its chorus repeats, so it is easy to learn. It is a good starting point for a conversation about what being a Muslim means in everyday life, at home, at school and with friends.
What your child will learn
- Islam is a complete way of life, not only something we do at prayer times.
- The Qur'an teaches Islam to everyone, big and small.
- Life is a test from Allah.
- The Qur'an and the Sunnah show us how to live in a way that pleases Allah.
Where this video comes from
- Surah Al-Mulk 67:2: Allah created death and life to test which of us is best in deeds.
- Surah Al-Ma'idah 5:3: Allah tells the believers that He has perfected their religion for them.
Talk about it afterwards
- What does "Islam is a way of life" mean?
- What are some things Islam teaches us to do every day?
- Why do you think the song says that life is a test?
Frequently asked questions
What age is A Way of Life suitable for?
Children aged 4 to 9. The chorus is short and repeats, so young children can soon sing it.
What does A Way of Life teach children?
That Islam is a complete way of life, taught in the Qur'an and the Sunnah for everyone, big and small.
Does A Way of Life have music?
No. It is music-free.
How long is A Way of Life?
About 2 minutes.
