Origin of Christmas
Christians believe Christmas celebrates the birth of what person?
Jesus Christ
When do Muslims believe Jesus was born?
Spring/Early Summer, in warmer season
What year was the Prophet born?
570 A.D
What does "Al-Ghaffar" mean?
The Great Forgiver
Can you attend a Christmas dinner?
You can only attend if they are not celebrating Christmas in a "Traditional" way
Early Christians did not know the exact birth of of Jesus, so which date did they choose to be his birth date?
December 25th
Why do Muslims not celebrate Christmas?
Because we do not believe Jesus is the son of God, which is what Christmas represents.
What were the names of the Prophet's parents?
Hazrat Abdullah and Hazrat Aminah
What does "Al-Alim" mean?
The All-Knowing
Can you perform in a Christmas concert?
No, because it ties into parda and you cannot perform Christmas carols as they reflect Christian beliefs.
Which holiday is the "Resurrection" of Jesus?
Easter
Who do Muslims believe Jesus to be?
Name 3 major battles the Prophet fought in
Battle of Badr, Battle of Uhud, Battle of Khaybar
What does "As-Sami" mean?
The All-Hearing
Can you go to a Christmas party?
No, it is a mixed gathering and can cross parda boundaries.
Which church service does the name "Christmas" come from?
Mass
Is celebrating the "birthday" of a Prophet allowed in Islam?
No, it is not permitted
What was the name of the cave where he received his first revelation and what was the name of the angel who gave him the revelation?
Cave Hira & Hazrat Jibrail
What does "Al-Mu'min" mean?
The Bestower of Security
Can you participate in Secret Santa?
You can give gifts as long as they are not with the intent of celebrating Christmas or in "Christmas Spirit"
What is the reason people put up Christmas trees?
This tradition began when people used trees to symbolize life and hope during winter
How does Shirk tie into Christmas?
Celebrating Christmas can be seen as imitating another religion and associating partners with Allah
What is the meaning of the name "Muhammad?"
The one who is praised
What was "At-Tawwab" mean?
The Accepter of Repentance
Can you put up Christmas decorations?
No because the intent of Christmas decorations such as putting up trees is to celebrate the "birth" of Jesus