General
Which foot does a person enter the masjid with and why?
the right foot. because the right side is used to begin good actions.
Which one of the 99 Names of Allah means "The Most Merciful," often paired with "The Most Compassionate" (Ar-Raheem)?
Ar-Rahman.
What is the dua when meeting another muslim?
Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakaatuh
What is the Arabic word for the declaration of faith: "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Messenger"?
The Shahadah
Is backbiting haram (prohibited) or makruh (disliked)?
haram/prohibited
Mention as many sunnahs/recommended acts related to drinking water as possible?
to sit, to drink in three sips, to not breathe in the cup, to look into the water before drinking, to drink with the right hand, start with bismillah, read the dua after drinking water
Which Name of Allah means "The Opener" or "The Granter of Success," and is often invoked when seeking ease in matters?
Al-Fattah.
What is the sneezer's reply to "yarhamuk Allah"?
yahdeekum Allah wa yuslih baalakum (May Allah guide you and put your affairs in order.)
What are the six pillars of Iman (Faith) that a Muslim must believe in?
Belief in: 1) Allah, 2) His Angels, 3) His Books, 4) His Messengers, 5) the Day of Judgment, 6) Divine Decree (Qadr).
What does it mean when it is said that "A Muslim is a brother of another Muslim"
He does not wrong him or betray him. He supports him, protects him, his wealth, and his honor.
Mention three good deeds a person could do in secret?
give charity, fast, pray tahajjud, say the kalima
Which two names have the meaning of "The One Who Forgives"?
Al-Ghaffar, Al-Ghafoor
What is the dua after leaving the washroom and what does it mean?
Ghufranaka Alhamdulillah illadhi adhhaba anni al-adha wa ‘aafaanee
“(O Allah) I seek Your forgiveness ”. All Praise be to Allah, who has taken away from me discomfort and granted me relief”
In the month of Ramadan, Zaid did not make the intention to fast. He also did not eat or drink all day, does his fast count?
Should a muslim conceal the fault of another muslim?
yes. if anyone conceals the faults of a Muslim, Allah will conceal his faults in this world and in the Hereafter
Who was the first male to accept Islam after the Prophet's wife Khadijah (RA)?
Abu Bakr (RA)
Allah is Ar-Razzaaq (The Provider). Mention three things Allah provides people with.
Allah provides in ways that are both physical/material, and also spritual/internal. For example: Safety, Faith, Food and Drink, Money, Knowledge.
What is the benefit/purpose of reading the daily duaas throughout the day?
to frequently remember Allah swt throughout the day, to follow the sunnah, to ask for whatever is mentioned in the dua.
Apart from Ramadan, name a voluntary fasts that is recommended/Sunnah to keep
Mondays and Thursdays or 3 days each month (13/14/15)
What could a person do if they feel anger? Explain why they should follow this recommendation?
say a'uthu billah, drink water, make wudhu, sit if standing, lay down if sitting
Name three angels and their tasks.
Jibrail (AS) - bringing revelation to the Prophets
Mikail (AS) - weather
Israfeel (AS) - blow the trumpet
Izraeel (AS) - angel of death
Mention the benefit of learning the names of Allah swt and their meaning.
To deepen our connection with Allah swt, to call upon Allah with His beautiful names.
Mention the dua after eating, along with its translation.
Alhamdulillah alladhee at’amana wa saqana, waja’alana minal muslimin.
Praise be to Allah who has provided us with food and drink and made us Muslim.
What is the reward promised for fasting?
Allah Himself will give the reward for keeping a fast.
What will be the heaviest of good deeds on the Day of Judgement?
Good character.