Makkah and the Kaaba
What important building in Makkah attracted pilgrims from all over Arabia?
The Kaaba.
What animals were commonly used by pilgrims travelling across the desert?
Camels.
In what city was Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) born?
Makkah.
Who was Prophet Muhammad’s grandfather?
Hazrat Abd al-Muttalib.
What does Al-Rahim mean?
The most merciful
Approximately how many idols stood in and around the Kaaba?
360 idols.
What did the Bedouins carry with them for food during their journey?
Dates, grain, goats and sheep.
What were the names of Prophet Muhammad’s mother and father?
Hazrat Aminah and Hazrat Abdullah.
Who cared for Muhammad in the desert when he was young?
Halimah.
What does Al-Rahman mean?
The most compassionate
Besides being a religious centre, what had Makkah become?
A busy trading centre.
What did pilgrims do when they arrived at the Kaaba?
They circled the Kaaba, kissed the Black Stone and sacrificed sheep and goats to the idols.
Why did Prophet Muhammad grow up without knowing his father?
His father died before he was born.
Who cared for Muhammad after his mother died?
His grandfather, Hazrat Abd al-Muttalib.
Means “hospitality” or “offering.”
An offering presented to the Imam-of-the-Time.
Often consists of food prepared by a family.
Expresses love, gratitude, and devotion.
Symbolizes the bond between the murid and Imam.
A portion may be set aside before the family eats.
The food may later be shared through Nandi.
According to the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim and Prophet Ismail, what was the Kaaba originally meant to be?
A holy place of peace and prayer where people worshipped Allah alone.
Name two types of goods that were sold in Makkah’s markets.
Examples include spices, oils, rugs, precious stones, camels, horses, gold or slaves.
About how old was Prophet Muhammad when his mother died?
About six years old.
Who took care of Muhammad after his grandfather died?
His uncle, Hazrat Abu Talib.
What is Nandi?
The distribution of food offered as Mehmani.
Shared with members of the Jamat.
Traditionally called out or auctioned in Jamatkhana.
Members give a voluntary contribution for the food.
Allows the offering to be shared with the community.
The contribution is a religious offering, not simply payment.
Reflects sharing, generosity, and community.
What major religious change had happened in Makkah by this time?
People had forgotten Allah’s guidance and were worshipping idols instead.
Before leaving Makkah, what four things did pilgrims pray to the idols for?
Wealth, protection from enemies, victory in battles and good health.
During Muhammad’s (S.A.W) journey with Abu Talib’s caravan, who recognized that he would have a great future?
Bahira, an old monk.
What did Hazrat Abd al-Muttalib say when someone asked Muhammad to move from his grandfather’s bed?
“Leave my grandson alone, for by God he has a great future.”
What does Al Malik mean?
The king.