The Prophets Family
Who is the Prophet Muhammad’s daughter and known as the “Leader of the Women of the Worlds”?
Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (a).
Who was the first Imam?
Imam Ali (a).
What does Imamate mean in Shia Islam?
The divine leadership of the Imams after the Prophet.
What do Muslims face during prayer?
The Kaaba in Mecca (Qiblah).
Which city is the burial place of Imam Ali (a)?
Najaf, Iraq.
Who was Sayeda Fatima AS's husband?
Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (a).
Who was the second Imam?
Imam Hasan (a).
What does Taqiya mean?
Concealing one’s faith to protect oneself.
What is the dua recited for protection taught by Imam Ali (a)?
Dua Kumayl.
Where is Imam Husayn (a) buried?
Karbala, Iraq.
How many children did Fatimah and Ali have? (list them)
Four (Hasan, Husayn, Zaynab, and Umm Kulthum)
Who is the twelfth Imam?
Imam al-Mahdi (a).
What does Adalah mean?
Justice — one of the five roots of faith.
What night is known as the “Night of Power”?
Laylat al-Qadr.
Where do millions walk for Arbaeen every year?
From Najaf to Karbala.
What is the event where the Prophet gathered his family under the cloak called?
Hadith al-Kisa
Which Imam compiled Sahifa Sajjadiya?
Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a).
What is Tawheed?
The belief in the oneness of Allah.
What dua is often recited on Fridays or in grief?
Dua Nudba.
Name a Shia community center or organization in the U.S.
if ABSA give extra 100 points.... if any other shia org give regular 400
What Surah was revealed about the Prophet’s family?
Surah al-Insan (76) or Surah al-Ahzab verse 33 (Tathir verse).
Which Imam established Al-Kadhimiyyah in Baghdad?
Imam Musa al-Kadhim (a).
What does Akhirah refer to?
The afterlife / life after death.
Which Imam taught Dua Tawassul?
Imam Ali Zayn al-Abidin (a).
What is the goal of gatherings like ABSA’s?
To unite, learn, and follow the teachings of Ahlul Bayt (a).