The Sea
True or False?
The Romans made many advances in human knowledge like math and science.
False
I am water used for trading and am connected to the Mediterranean sea. Who am I?
The River Nile
What is name of first Fatimid Imam?
Imam al-Mahdi
Can you name any two mosques built in Cairo?
Mosque of Imam al-Hakim
Mosque of Al-Azhar
Why do you go to Jamatkhana?
To pray, to get closer to Allah, to learn, to grow our spiritual self, to meet our brothers and sisters
True or False?
Egyptians constructed cities, pyramids and temples along the banks of the Nile
True
What is Nilometer?
Used for measuring the water levels of the Nile
List 2-3 items that were sold in the Bazaar.
Any of the below:
Fruits (oranges, citrons, apples, pears, pomegranates), vegetables/herbs (basil, turnips, radishes, cabbage, cucumbers, green onions, garlic, carrots, beets), porcelain (cups, bowls, glasses), silk, flax, linen, wool, fold, ivory, paper, wheat, barely, rice, spices, nuts, semi-precious stones, etc.
What is a festival? Name at least one festival that we celebrate as Muslims.
Festival is an event that marks celebration or happiness.
Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Eid e-Ghadir (Shia only)
What is the importance of prayers?
Prayers help us get closer to Allah and help us remember him and thank him
True or False?
The Persians were one of the largest empires; set up laws and a powerful army to control their land.
False
Can you name the main canal?
Al-Khalij
Jawhar marked out a large rectangular area, north-east of Fustat. This city is called _____ today and was the geographic location of the Fatimid Empire
Cairo
Write one similarity between the function of a mosque and a present day Jamatkhana.
Place of worship, place of gathering, place of learning
What is the importance of the Imam of the time?
He is one who guides us in our spiritual and physical lives
He is our spiritual father
What is the capital of each of the empires?
1. Byzantine Empire
2. Umayyad Empire
3. Abbasid Empire
Constantinople
Damascus
Baghdad
Can you name any city near River Nile?
Cairo
Fustat
Can you tell any one thing that happens in Fatimid Bazaar?
Shopping bags
Honesty
Riding Animals
Water carriers
Caravanserai
Write one architectural difference between a mosque and a present day Jamatkhana.
Domes, Minarets,
True or False?
Rites and ceremonies have multiple meanings (forms) and may change over the time but the essence remains the same.
True
What is Al-Mahdiyya?
A palace-city from which the Imam-caliph would govern the land. It was meant to be a base for the Fatimid navy and strong defense against any attacking army.
Can you name and explain any two ways to water fields?
• Canal – A cut out/channel used to bring water in the fields
• Waterwheels – Large wheel used to remove water from the river
• Shadufs – A long pole with a weight that was used to remove water from the river
Select all the cities that were established by the Fatimid Empire:
1. Al- Qahira
2. Al- Mansuriya
3. Al- Qaid
4. Al- Mahdiyya
5. Fustat
1. Al- Qahira
2. Al- Mansuriya
3. Al- Mahdiyya
Can you explain Monotheism and Polytheism?
Monotheism is the belief or doctrine that there is one—and only one—god or deity.
Polytheism is the belief or doctrine that there are multiple gods or deities.
What thought process do we go through when we are walking towards Mukhi Saheb or Mukhiani Saheba or when we are waiting in line for our turn?
Think of mistakes/errors we have committed.
Think of how we are not going to make the same mistakes and take responsibility.