basics of islam
What does the word “Muslim” mean?
One who submits (to Allah)
How many pillars of Islam are there?
5
How many times do Muslims pray each day?
5
Which Islamic month comes immediately before Ramadan?
Sha’ban
Who is the first prophet?
Prophet Adam (AS)
What does the word “Islam” literally mean?
Submission
What is the declaration of faith called?
Shahada
What direction do Muslims face when praying?
The Kaaba (Qiblah)
What event during Ramadan marks the beginning of fasting for Muslims?
Seeing the new moon
Who built the Ark?
Prophet Nuh (AS)
What city did the first revelation come down in?
Makkah
What pillar involves praying five times a day?
Salah
What is the call to prayer called?
Adhan
What is the minimum number of days Ramadan can last?
29 days
Who was swallowed by a whale?
Prophet Yunus (AS)
What angel delivered the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad?
Angel Jibreel
What pillar is fasting during Ramadan?
sawm
What is the washing before prayer called?
Wudu
What charity is required at the end of Ramadan before Eid prayer?
Zakat al-Fitr
Who was thrown into the fire but not harmed?
Prophet Ibrahim
What is the name of the cave where the first revelation occurred?
Cave of Hira
name all the 5 pillars
What is the first prayer of the day called?
Fajir
On which odd nights is Laylat al-Qadr most commonly sought?
last 10 nights
Which prophet could speak as a baby?
Prophet Isa (Jesus, AS)