Imamat
Which Abbasid Caliph first ordered Imam Musa al-Kazim (AS) to be taken from Medina to Baghdad?
Abbasid Caliph, al-Mahdi al-‘Abbasi was the one who commanded that Imam Musa al-Kazim (a.s) be taken from Medina to Baghdad for imprisonment
Which Prophet was cast into a massive fire by the tyrant Nimrod, only for the fire to become "cool and a means of safety" by the command of Allah?
Prophet Ibrahim (as)
What does the title (Laqab) "Al-Qa’im" of Imam Mahdi (a.s.) signify?
"The one who rises."
What is KURR water? (Mention it's dimensions)
Volume of about 36 to 43 Cubic spans in a container or approximately 384 liters in a container
What is the longest Surah (Chapter) in the Qur'an?
Surah Al-Baqarah (chapter-2).
What is a recommended dua to recite for the well-being and reappearance of Imam-e-Zamana (a.t.f.s.)?
Dua e Faraj
During which transition of power did Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (as) utilize the political vacuum to establish his massive scholarly academy in Medina, teaching thousands of students?
The transition from the Umayyad Dynasty to the Abbasid Dynasty. (The mid-8th century (around 750 CE) was a time of intense civil unrest. As the Umayyad Caliphate was collapsing and the Abbasids were fighting to seize control, the central government's grip on Medina loosened significantly.)
Which Prophet was granted the unique miracle of understanding the language of animals (such as the ant and the hoopoe) and had a kingdom where the wind, the Jinn, and the animals were all under his command?
Prophet Sulayman (as) (Solomon).
Which Prophet’s life is specifically cited to explain the longevity (extraordinary age) of Imam al-Mahdi (aj), and which Prophet’s life is used to explain the Imam's ability to live among people without being recognized?
The longevity of the Imam is compared to Prophet Nuh (as), and his unrecognized presence among people is compared to Prophet Yusuf (as).
What is the definition of MAQROOH?
The act if avoided will get Rewards and if performed will not be punished
Which chapter in the Quran is named after an insect?
Surah An-Nahl, Chapter 16, is named after the bee.
When is Dua Seher recommended to be recited? (Recite for extra 50 points)
Dua Seher is also known as Dua Baha. It is recommended to be recited at the time of Dawn (Suhoor).
YAA MAFZA-E'E I'NDA KURBATEE
WA YAA GHAWTHEE I'NDA SHIDDATEE
ILAYKA FAZIA TU WA BIKASTAGHATH-TU
WA BIKA LUD'TU LAA ALOOD'U BI-SIWAAKA
WA LAA AT'LUBUL FARAJA ILLAA MINKA FA-AGHITHNEE
WA FARRIJ A'NNEE YAA MAN YAQBALULYASEER
WA YAA-FOO A'NIL KATHEER IQBAL MINNIL YASEERA
WAA'-FU A'NNIL KATHEER
INNAKA ANTAL GHAFOORUR RAH'EEM
ALLAAHUMMA INNEE AS-ALUKA EEMAANAN
TUBAASHIRU BIHEE QALBEE
WA YAQEENAN H'ATTAA AA'-LAMA
ANNAHU LAN YUS'EEBANEE ILLAA MAA KATABTA LEE
WA RAZ'Z'INEE MINAL A'YSHI BIMAA QASAMTA LEE
YAA ARH'AMAR RAAH'IMEEN
YAA U'DDATEE FEE KURBATEE
WA YAA S'AAH'IBEE FEE SHIDDATEE
WA YAA WALIYYEE FEE NIA'-MATEE
WA YAA GHAAYATEE FEE RAGHBATEE
ANTAS SAATIRU A'WRATEE WAL AAMINU ROO-A'TEE
WAL MUQEELU A'THRATEE FAGHFIRLEE KHAT'EEE-ATEE
YAA ARH'AMAR RAAH'IMEEN
Following the martyrdom of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (as), the Shia community split into two major groups based on the succession of the next Imam. What are these two primary branches?
The Twelvers (Ithna Ashari) and the Ismailis.
- The Twelvers: They followed the younger son, Imam Musa al-Kazim (as), believing he was the designated successor. This lineage continues until the 12th Imam, Muhammad al-Mahdi (aj).
- The Ismailis: They believed the Imamate should have passed to the eldest son, Ismail ibn Ja'far. Although Ismail predeceased his father, his followers believed the Imamate continued through his son, Muhammad ibn Ismail
During the event of Mubahala (the spiritual contest with the Christians of Najran), which Quranic verse was revealed, and who were the specific individuals the Prophet (S) took with him to represent "our sons," "our women," and "ourselves"? (Recite the verse for 100 extra points)
The verse is Surah Al-Imran, Verse 61. The Prophet (S) took Imam al-Hasan and Imam al-Husayn (as sons), Lady Fatima (as the woman), and Imam Ali (as his own self/soul).
فَقُلْ تَعَالَوْا نَدْعُ أَبْنَاءَنَا وَأَبْنَاءَكُمْ وَنِسَاءَنَا وَنِسَاءَكُمْ وَأَنْفُسَنَا وَأَنْفُسَكُمْ
"Say: 'Come, let us gather our sons and your sons, our women and your women, ourselves and yourselves...'"
During the Minor Occultation (Ghaybah al-Sughra), which lasted approximately 69 years, Imam al-Mahdi (aj) communicated with the Shia world through four specifically appointed individuals. What is the collective title given to these four men, and who was the first among them?
They are known as the Nawwab al-Arba'a (The Four Deputies).
WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF MUBAAH?
PERFORMING OR FORSAKING THESE ACTS WILL NOT BRING REWARDS NOR ANY PUNISHMENT.
When was the following verse revealed?
إِنَّما وَلِيُّكُمُ اللَّهُ وَ رَسُولُهُ وَ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا الَّذِينَ يُقِيمُونَ الصَّلاةَ وَ يُؤْتُونَ الزَّكاةَ وَ هُمْ راكِعُونَ
When Imam Ali (AS) gave his ring in ruku
Who was the mujtahid whose birth was due to Dua of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s)
Muhammad bin Ali bin Husain al-Babwayh Qummi, famous as Shaikh Saduq (a.r.)
Following the assassination of the third Caliph, Uthman, the Muslim community insisted on pledging allegiance to Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (as). To which city did the Imam subsequently move the capital of the Islamic State, and what were the primary reasons for this strategic shift? (Mention at least 2 reasons)
The city of Kufa.
1. Kufa was more centrally located within the rapidly expanding Islamic empire, making it easier to manage the eastern provinces (like Persia) and the northern borders.
2. Medina was a city of scholars and companions, but Kufa was a "Misr" (a garrison city) filled with tribal warriors who were initially supportive of the Imam’s leadership.
3. Iraq was fertile and wealthy compared to the Hijaz (Medina/Mecca), providing the necessary resources to manage the state's affairs during a time of civil unrest.
After Prophet Musa (AS) led the Israelites out of Egypt, where does the Qur'an indicate the drowning of Pharaoh and his army took place?
"SEA" (al-bahr), commonly understood by scholars and tradition to be the Red Sea
According to hadiths, Allah will repeat three things for the Qā’im that He had previously done for three prophets. Which prophets are these, and what events are being compared?
According to hadiths:
1. The Qā’im's birth will be like the birth of Prophet Musa (a.s.)
2. His occultation will be like the occultation of Prophet Isa (a.s.)
3. His delay will be like the delay of Prophet Nuh (a.s.)
Additionally, his age is compared to that of Al-Khidr (a.s.) as proof of his long life.
Besides the daily prayers there are 4 other obligatory prayers. What are those?
1. Namaz e Aayaat
2. Namaz e Mayyet
3. The Qaza Namaz of father on eldest son
4. Oath Namaz
What is the name of the 108th Surah in the Quran?
Al-Kawthar
The below sentence is part of which Dua?
اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَفْتَتِحُ ٱلثَّنَاءَ بِحَمْدِكَ
allahumma inni aftatehus sana'a behamdeka
Dua e Iftitah
Which figure, who was the son of a Masoom (Infallible) Imam, caused great distress to his father by claiming the Imamate for himself and is often referred to in history as "al-Kadhdhab" (The Liar)?
Ja'far ibn Ali, the son of the 10th Imam, Ali al-Naqi (as), and the brother of the 11th Imam, Hasan al-Askari (as).
(Ja'far was given the nickname al-Kadhdhab because he falsely claimed the Imamate for himself and attributed falsehood to Almighty Allah. This claim was made after the passing of his father, Imam Ali al-Hadi (AS), and particularly after the death of his brother, Imam al-Hasan al-Askari (AS). His claims also involved seeking the inheritance of his brother, Imam al-Hasan al-Askari, instead of his rightful son, al-Qa'im al-Hujjah (the Awaited Imam).)
Which significant event, marking the beginning of the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) migration (Hijra), involved hiding in a cave for several days?
The event of hiding in the Cave of Thawr (Ghar-e-Thawr).
"This is the place where the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr spent three days hiding from the Quraysh while they were migrating (Hijra). The Quraysh failed to find the Holy Prophet ﷺ in this cave. A spider had spun a web at the entrance of the cave, and a bird had laid eggs, which convinced the Quraysh that no one was inside the cave."
What event marked the beginning of Imam Mehdi's Ghaybat-e-Sughra (Major Occultation), and in which year did it occur?
Death of Abu Al-Hassan Ali Ibn Muhammad Al-Semri, fourth and final deputy of the Imam.
329 A.H.
What are the occasions when Sajda e Sahv becomes necessary? (Bonus 100 points for practical execution)
1. When one speaks unintentionally during the Namaz.
2. When one Sajda or Tashahhud is missed.
3. When one recites salaam in a place where he is not supposed to do so.
4. When one doubts in a 4 rakaat Namaz, whether one has prayed 4 rakaats or 5 rakaats.
Which is Ayat e Ikmal, Recite the verse
الْيَوْمَ أَكْمَلْتُ لَكُمْ دِينَكُمْ وَأَتْمَمْتُ عَلَيْكُمْ نِعْمَتِي وَرَضِيتُ لَكُمُ الْإِسْلَامَ دِينًا
alyawma akmaltu lakum deenakum wa atmamtu 'alaikum ni'matee wa radeetu lakumul Islaama deenaa
"Today, I have perfected your religion for you, and I have completed My blessing upon you, and I have approved Islam as your religion." — Qur'an 5:3 (Sura Maidah: 3)
Who is the author of Bihar al-Anwar, and how many volumes does this book have?
Allama Muhammad Baqir Majlisi (r.a.).
110 volumes. It covers various aspects of Islamic teachings, including theology, history, ethics, and jurisprudence.
Which Quranic title, meaning "The Splitter of Knowledge," was given to the fifth Imam by the Prophet Muhammad (S) himself, and which verse of the Quran did the Imam famously use to defend the practice of Mash (wiping) over the feet during Wudu? (Extra 100 Points to recite the verse)
The title is Al-Baqir (derived from Baqir al-’Ulum), and the verse he used is Surah Al-Ma'idah, Verse 6.
وَامْسَحُوا بِرُءُوسِكُمْ وَأَرْجُلَكُمْ إِلَى الْكَعْبَيْنِ
"...and wipe over your heads and your feet to the ankles." (Quran 5:6)
What is Hadith al-Manzila (Tradition of the Position), and briefly explain its significance. Jackpot (For reciting the Hadith in any language)
It is attributed to the Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) concerning the status and relationship of Imam Ali (AS).
The Prophet (s.a.w.) said to Ali (a.s.):
إنما أنت مني بمنزلة هارون من موسى إلا أنه لا نبي بعدي
"Innama anta minni bimanzeelati Haroona min Moosa illa annahu la nabiyya ba'di."
"You are to me as Harun (Aaron) was to Musa (Moses), except that there is no prophet after me."
What specific Quranic verse did Imam Mehdi (ATFS) recite immediately after his birth? (Recite the verse)
Sura Qasas (28:5)
وَنُرِيدُ أَن نَّمُنَّ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ ٱسْتُضْعِفُوا۟ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ وَنَجْعَلَهُمْ أَئِمَّةًۭ وَنَجْعَلَهُمُ ٱلْوَٰرِثِينَ
"Wa nureedu an namunna 'alal lazeenas tud'ifoo fil ardi wa naj'alahum a'immatanw wa naj'alahumul waariseen"
"And we desired to bestow a favor upon those who were deemed weak in the land, and to make them the Imams, and to make them the heirs"
What are the meanings for the following?
1. Wajib and Ehtiyat e Wajib
2. Mustahab
3. Makrooh
4. Mubah
1. Wajib: The performance of which is necessary like Namaz, Roza, Hajj etc.
2. Mustahab: The performance of which is recommended but not necessary like optional prayers, recitation of Quran etc.
3. Makrooh: Such actions the avoiding of which is better like passing urine while standing, praying Namaz in front of a picture
4. Mubah: An action whose performance or non performance is same of religion like eating and drinking etc.
Which Surah and Verse from the Holy Qur'an is known as Ayat e Tathir? Jackpot (For reciting the verse)
Surah Al-Ahzab
This verse (33:33) from the Quran is understood to mean that Allah intends to keep the uncleanness away from the People of the Household (Ahl al-Bayt) and purify them with a thorough purification. It signifies the purification and protection of the Ahl al-Bayt from any kind of evil or impurity.
إِنَّمَا يُرِيدُ اللَّهُ لِيُذْهِبَ عَنكُمُ الرِّجْسَ أَهْلَ الْبَيْتِ وَيُطَهِّرَكُمْ تَطْهِيرًا
"innamaa yureedul laahu liyuzhiba 'ankumur rijsa Ahlal Bayti wa yutahhirakum tatheeraa"
Name Kutub-e-Arba'a and its authors. (Jackpot)
Sharif ar-Radi Muhammad ibn al-Husayn (Sayyid Radi)
Primary content of the book is a collection of sermons, letters, and sayings attributed to Imam Ali (AS)