Basics of Dhul Hijjah
What is the name of the Islamic month when Hajj takes place?
Dhul Hijjah
Which prophet was asked by Allah to sacrifice his son?
Prophet Ibrahim (AS)
What is the black cube-shaped building Muslims circle around during Hajj?
The Kaaba
What animal is commonly sacrificed during Eid al-Adha?
Sheep, goat, cow, or camel
Why is reading and reflecting on the Quran especially meaningful during Dhul Hijjah?
Because the first 10 days are among the holiest days, and worship and good deeds are greatly rewarded.
Dhul Hijjah is the ___ month of the Islamic calendar.
12th
Which son was Prophet Ibrahim (AS) preparing to sacrifice?
Prophet Ismail (AS)
What city do Muslims travel to for Hajj?
Makkah (Mecca)
What phrase means “God is the Greatest” and is often recited during Dhul Hijjah?
Allahu Akbar
Name one good deed Muslims can do during the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah.
Pray, give charity, fast, read Quran, make dua, help others, etc.
What major Islamic holiday happens during Dhul Hijjah?
Eid al-Adha
What important lesson do Muslims learn from Prophet Ibrahim’s story?
1. Obedience
2. Faith
3. Trust in Allah
4. Sacrifice
What is the name of the white clothing many pilgrims wear during Hajj?
Ihram
What does the word “Qurbani” mean?
Sacrifice
Which surah in the Quran mentions the story of Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice?
Surah As-Saffat
According to a famous hadith, which of these are especially encouraged during the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah?
A. Dhikr (remembering Allah)
B. Fasting
C. Good deeds
Why did Hajar (AS) run between the hills of Safa and Marwah?
Searching for water for Ismail (AS)
How many times do Muslims circle the Kaaba during Tawaf?
7 times
On what Islamic date is Eid al-Adha celebrated?
10th of Dhul Hijjah
After Dhul Hijjah ends, what is the next important Islamic month that begins the new Islamic year and includes a very important day of remembrance called Ashura?
Muharram (Islamic New Year begins)
Which day during Dhul Hijjah is known as the “Day of Arafah”?
The 9th day of Dhul Hijjah
What miracle happened after Hajar (AS) searched for water in the desert?
The Zamzam well appeared
What pillar of Islam is Hajj?
The Fifth Pillar of Islam
What is the Arabic phrase for “Here I am, O Allah”?
Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik
Before Dhul Hijjah begins, Muslims often remember the sacred Islamic calendar. Which month comes right before it, completing the sacred Hajj season cycle?
Dhul Qa’dah