Yusuf (A) in Prison
Who bought Yusuf (A) from the slave market?
A rich Egyptian man
What special ability did Yusuf (A) have regarding dreams?
He could explain their meanings.
How many cows did the king see in his dream?
Fourteen (seven fat cows and seven thin cows)
What is one major lesson we learn from Yusuf’s (A) patience?
We should trust Allah and remain patient in difficult times.
What word is said most in prayer?
Allahu akbar
Why did Yusuf (A) prefer prison over staying in the household?
The environment in the house was bad, and he wanted to remain righteous.
What did the prisoner see in his dream who later got set free?
He was pressing wine.
What strange thing happened to the cows in the king’s dream?
The thin cows ate the fat cows.
How did Yusuf (A) prove his innocence before leaving prison?
He asked the king to investigate the women who falsely accused him.
Which prophet was swallowed by a whale?
Prophet Yunus (A)
What did Yusuf (A) ask the freed prisoner to do for him?
Mention him to the king so his case could be reviewed.
What did Yusuf (A) predict would happen to the prisoner who carried bread on his head?
He would be crucified, and birds would peck at his head.
What advice did Yusuf (A) give regarding food storage?
What advice did Yusuf (A) give regarding food storage?
What did Allah (SWT) reward Yusuf (A) with after his hardships?
A high-ranking job managing agriculture and food storage in Egypt.
For how many years did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) receive revelations?
23 years
How did Yusuf (A) behave while in prison?
He remained patient, obedient to Allah, and did not lose hope.
Why did Yusuf (A) interpret the prisoners’ dreams truthfully even though he was in prison?
Because he was a righteous person and always spoke the truth.
What was the ultimate result of Yusuf (A) interpreting the king’s dream?
He was freed from prison, proven innocent, and given a high-ranking job in Egypt.
What does Yusuf’s (A) story teach about hardship and success?
Hardships are temporary, and Allah rewards those who remain righteous and patient.
How tall is Brother Moiez?
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How many years did Yusuf (A) remain in prison?
12 to 13 years
Why did the freed prisoner forget about Yusuf (A) for a while?
He was influenced by Shaitan and became distracted by his new life.
What did the seven green ears and seven dried ears of corn represent?
Seven years of prosperity followed by seven years of famine.
How does this story show Allah’s justice?
Yusuf (A) suffered unjustly but was eventually proven innocent and given a great position.
List 5 names of Alllah.
1. Ar-Rahman (الرحمن) The All-Compassionate
2. Ar-Rahim (الرحيم) The All-Merciful
3. Al-Malik (الملك) The Absolute Ruler
4. Al-Quddus (القدوس) The Pure One
5. As-Salam (السلام) The Source of Peace
6. Al-Mu'min (المؤمن) The Inspirer of Faith
7. Al-Muhaymin (المهيمن) The Guardian
8. Al-Aziz (العزيز) The Victorious
9. Al-Jabbar (الجبار) The Compeller
10. Al-Mutakabbir (المتكبر) The Greatest