Famous Mosques
What is the name of the mosque located in Cairo, Egypt, that is known for its architectural beauty and is the largest mosque in the city?
The Mosque of Muhammad Ali (also known as the Alabaster Mosque)
Who is the first caliph (leader) of the Muslim community after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
Abu Bakr al-Siddiq
On which day of the week does Eid al-Fitr typically fall?
Eid al-Fitr can fall on any day of the week, depending on the moon sighting, but it’s commonly celebrated on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
Who is the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus) in Islam?
Maryam (Mary)
How many days does Ramadan last?
29 or 30 days, depending on the moon sighting.
Which mosque is located in the city of Medina and is the second holiest site in Islam?
Al-Masjid an-Nabawi
What is the first word revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during his first revelation?
“Iqra” (Read)
What is the name of the holiday that Muslims celebrate at the end of Ramadan?
Eid al-Fitr
Which prophet is known for parting the Red Sea in Islam?
Prophet Musa
What is the name of the special meal that Muslims eat before dawn during Ramadan?
Suhoor
Which mosque is considered the holiest in Islam?
Al-Masjid al-Haram
What is the name of the sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that are used as guidance by Muslims?
Hadith
What holiday comes about two months after Eid al-Fitr?
Eid al-Adha
Who is considered the final prophet in Islam?
Prophet Muhammad
What does the word “Sawm” mean in Arabic, and what is its significance during Ramadan?
Sawm means “fasting” in Arabic, and it is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset.
Which mosque is located in Istanbul and was once a cathedral before being converted into a mosque and later a museum?
Hagia Sophia
Which Surah (chapter) of the Quran is the longest, and how many verses does it contain?
Surah Al-Baqarah, which has 286 verses.
What is the Arabic term for the ritual of giving charity to the poor before Eid al-Fitr?
Zakat al-Fitr
Which prophet in Islam is associated with the story of the great flood and the ark?
Prophet Nuh
What is the name of the special prayer offered during the night in Ramadan?
Taraweeh
In which city is the Al-Aqsa Mosque located, and what is its significance in Islam?
Al-Aqsa Mosque is located in Jerusalem. It is the third holiest site in Islam and was the first qibla (direction of prayer) before it was changed to Mecca
In which Surah can the verse of Ayat al-Kursi be found, and what is its significance?
Ayat al-Kursi is found in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:255). It is considered one of the most powerful verses in the Quran and speaks about the sovereignty, power, and knowledge of Allah.
What is the significance of the sacrifice during Eid al-Adha?
It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience to God, before God intervened and provided a ram to sacrifice instead.
Which prophet is known for building the Kaaba with his son
Prophet Ibrahim
What is the significance of the 27th night of Ramadan?
It is believed to be the Night of Laylat al-Qadr (The Night of Power), when the Quran was revealed