Signs of Allah swt in Nature
What is the basic meaning of the word "sign"?
Something that indicates the presence or existence of something else.
Which of these is not a form of dhikr: remembering Allah in your heart, remembering Allah with your tongue, reminding others about Allah, or remembering to do your homework?
Remembering to do your homework.
Which divine scripture is preserved entirely and unchanged since its revelation?
The Quran.
True or False: Worship must be performed in front of people for their approval in order to be considered 'ibadah.
False
In Ayah 285 of Surah Al-Baqarah, four of the five articles of Islamic faith are mentioned. What are they?
Allah SWT, the Angels, the Scriptures, and the Messengers.
What does the Arabic word āyāt mean in the Quran?
A sign or indication.
What does dhakara mean?
To remember.
True or False: The Quran received by Muslims today is identical to what was revealed to Rasulullah ﷺ over 23 years.
True.
The word 'ibadah comes from which root word, and what does that root mean?
'Abd, meaning servant or slave.
In Ayah 285, we find the expression "we hear and we obey." Which choice best explains the inner meaning of this phrase?
Belief must be followed by action.
The Quran frequently appeals to these three faculties of human beings.
Hearing, Sight, and Understanding
What does fakara mean?
To think.
Preservation of the Quran was achieved through these two major methods.
Memorization and writing.
If someone is dedicated to performing 'ibadah, what should they do about enjoying worldly life?
Enjoy all permissible pleasures.
Ayah 285 uses the expression "lā nufarriqu," meaning "we do not discriminate." Between whom are believers commanded not to discriminate?
Between any of the Messengers of Allah.
According to Ayah 30:22, name three signs of Allah swt mentioned in the verse.
The creation of the heavens and earth, the diversity of our languages, and the diversity of our skin colors.
What does dabbara mean, and why is it important when pondering the Quran?
It means to reflect or deeply consider the message of Allah.
Where are some of the earliest copies of the Quran preserved in museums?
Istanbul and Tashkent.
Why is everything in the universe considered a slave of Allah SWT?
Because Allah created everything, and everything submits to His command.
In a simple sentence, what does "toward You is the goal" mean?
All of us will ultimately return to Allah SWT, and our final destination is to Him.
Also accepted: "We will return to Allah." / "Allah is our ultimate destination."
What do the signs of Allah SWT in creation teach us about Tawhīd?
Everything in existence points to the oneness of Allah SWT.
According to Ayah 47:24, who placed the lock on the hearts of those who do not think about the Quran?
Allah SWT.
When the Quran is described as being secured as Lawh Mahfuz, what does this mean?
The Quran is protected and preserved from any changes.
According to Surah Az-Zumar, Ayah 11, how should we perform our 'ibadah?
By worshipping Allah SWT and making our religion exclusively for Him.
What is the difference between kasabat and iktasabat in Surah Al-Baqarah?
Kasabat refers to acquiring or earning something good, while iktasabat refers to acquiring something bad with extra effort.