Ramadan 1
Name 3 signs of Laylatul Qadr.
— The night is serene, quiet, and pleasant.
— Soft and gentle moonlight
Moderate temperature — The night is neither too hot nor too cold.
No barking of dogs or braying of donkeys — Animals are unusually calm.
The sun rises without harsh rays — The sun appears soft and weak the next morning.
Possible rainfall — Light rain may fall during the night.
Heart feels peace and tranquility — A deep sense of calm and spiritual peace is felt.
Light and brightness — The night may appear brighter than usual.
What was the Prophet (ﷺ)’s practice regarding Suhoor?
He delayed it as much as possible.
What month of the hijri calendar is Ramaḍān by order?
9
This mandatory charity is one of the Five Pillars and is especially emphasized during Ramadan.
What is zakat
What surah contains the basmala two times?
Surah Naml
In which Hijri year did fasting during Ramadan become obligatory for Muslims?
2 AH — After Hijrah’
During the reign of which caliph was the first-ever public Taraweeh led in congregation?
Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA).
Who are the people that are not obligated to fast? (Name at least 3)
Traveler, Sick people, Elders, Children under maturity, Breastfeeding mothers, Women during menstruation, Postpartum women that are still bleeding.
What is the name of the cave where the first revelation occurred?
What is Cave Hira
How many years was ʿUthmān رضي الله عنه Khalifah?
12 years
The obligation to fast is established in this Quranic verse, which commands believers to observe fasting as a duty. What is this verse? (Recite + List ayat #)
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ ٱلصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ
Surah Al-Baqarah 2:183
According to authentic Hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ once knew the exact date of Laylat al-Qadr but later forgot it. What caused him to forget?
The Prophet ﷺ was coming to inform the companions about the exact night of Laylat al-Qadr, but he found two men arguing. Because of their dispute, Allah caused him to forget the specific date.
There is a gate of Jannah mentioned in a Hadith where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said that only those who fast will enter through it. What is the name of that gate?
Ar-Rayyan
What conquest took place during Ramadan?
The Conquest of Makkah
Which Surah is the only in which a sahabah is mentioned by name? (Mention the Surah, his name and briefly mention the incident it is referenced to.)
Zayd Ibn Haritha (RA)
What is the minimum amount of zakat al-fitr (in terms of a food measurement) that must be given before Eid al-Fitr?
one ṣāʿ (approximately 2.5–3 kg)
Which Sahabi (companion) used to recite the entire Qur’an in one night of Ramadan and was known for his intense worship?
Uthman Ibn Affan (RA)
What is the primary reason for fasting during Ramadan? and how can we achieve it? Mention 5 activities that help us attain this.
To attain piety (Taqwa) and mindfulness of Allah, fasting with ikhlaas, pray with khushu', do good deeds, avoid bad deeds/bad words, remembering Allah (Dhikr), attending Taraweeh, etc.
What is the expiation (kaffarah) for intentionally breaking your fast without a valid reason?
What is fasting for 60 consecutive days
Which prophet was sent to the people of the city of 'Iram, known for its tall structures, and was destroyed by a powerful wind?
Answer: Prophet Hud عليه السلام
There was a specific way that Dāwud عليه السلام fasted, which was unique compared to the other prophets. What was this way of fasting?
He fasted every other day. He fasted one day, skipped the next day, then fasted the following day.
In Islamic jurisprudence, the concept that allows those facing hardship—such as illness or travel—to postpone their fasts during Ramadan without penalty, with the expectation of making up the missed days later, exemplifies the religion’s emphasis on ease in worship. What is this principle called?
Rukhsa
During the first Ramadan in which fasting was made obligatory, a major battle took place between the Muslims and the nonbelievers. What was the name of this battle, and on which year (AH) and day in Ramadan did it occur?
Battle of Badr, on the 17th of Ramadan, 2 AH
Which companion was appointed by the Prohpet (SAAS) to lead taraweeh in congregation?
Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA)
What is the total number of verses in the Qur’an?
(It can be within 50)
Answer: 6,236 without Bismillah; 6,349 with Bismillah included