Islamic Studies
What is the meaning of da’wah
Call people to Islam
Explanation: In Islam, da’wah means inviting people to know Allah and follow the truth. This can be done through speech, teaching, and good character.
How many pillars of Islam are there?
5
What is the meal to break the fast called?
Iftar
Explanation: Iftar is the meal eaten after sunset when the daily fast ends.
Which prophet was the father of mankind?
Adam عليه السلام
Explanation: Adam (‘alayhis-salam) was the first human being and the first prophet, so he is known as the father of mankind.
What was the name of the Prophet’s mother?
Aminah
Explanation: The mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was Aminah. She passed away when the Prophet was young, and he was raised by his grandfather.
What is the meaning of Allah’s name Al-Basir?
The All-Seeing.
Explanation: Al-Basir means Allah sees everything perfectly. Nothing is hidden from Him, whether it is public or private, big or small.
What does Islam mean?
Submission to Allah, submit to the will of Allah
Explanation: Islam means submitting and surrendering ourselves to Allah with obedience and sincerity. It also brings peace through submitting to Him.
True or False: Accidentally eating or drinking because you forgot you were fasting, break your fast
False
Explanation: The Prophet said that this is a "gift" from Allah; you should stop immediately once you remember and continue your fast.
Which prophet built the Ka‘bah with his son?
Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام
Explanation: Ibrahim عليه السلام and his son Isma‘il عليه السلام raised the foundations of the Ka‘bah.
What do we call the migration from Makkah to Madinah?
The Hijrah.
Explanation: This event marks the beginning of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.
What was the punishment that Allah sent down on the people of ‘Ad
A powerful violent windstorm
Explanation: In Islam, we learn that after death, people will be questioned in the grave by two angels named Munkar and Nakir.
What do Muslims say to declare their faith?
The Shahadah
Explanation: The Shahadah is the statement that a person says to enter and affirm Islam.
True or False: Fasting starts at sunrise
False
Explanation: The fast starts at the beginning of Fajr time, not at sunrise.
Who is known as the "Father of the Prophets"
Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham).
Explanation: In Islam, Prophet Ibrahim (‘alayhis-salam) is often called the Father of the Prophets because many prophets came from his family line, including Ismail, Ishaq, Musa, Isa, and Muhammad, are his descendants.
Who accompanied the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the migration from Makkah to Madinah journey?
Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه
Explanation: Abu Bakr (radiyallahu ‘anhu) accompanied the Prophet ﷺ during the Hijrah from Makkah to Madinah.
What are the names of the two angels that question people in the grave
Munkar and Nakir
Explanation: the angels Munkar and Nakir will ask three questions to the deceased
In which Islamic month do Muslims perform the Hajj pilgrimage?
Dhul-Hijjah.
Explanation: It is the 12th month of the Islamic calendar, specifically from the 8th to the 12th day.
What do Muslims do before doing good deeds like fasting?
Intention (Niyyah)
Explanation: In Islam, actions are judged by intentions. Before fasting, a Muslim should have the intention in the heart to fast for Allah.
Which Prophet spoke directly to Allah on Mount Sinai?
Prophet Musa (Moses).
Explanation: Allah gave Prophet Musa (‘alayhis-salam) the special honour of speaking to Him and receiving revelation.
What was the Prophet Muhammad ﷺnickname among the people of Makkah before he became a Prophet
Al-Amin
Explanation: Before prophethood, the people of Makkah called him Al-Amin, which means “the trustworthy.” Even his enemies trusted him with their valuables because he never lied.
What is the name of the bridge that everyone must cross over Hellfire on the Day of Judgment?
As-Sirat.
Explanation: In Islam, the Sirat is the bridge over Hellfire. People will cross it by the mercy of Allah, according to faith and deeds.
If no water is available for Wudu, what can a Muslim perform instead?
Tayammum.
Explanation: In Islam, if water cannot be used, a Muslim can perform tayammum using clean earth or dust.
Which battle that took place in Ramadan and was a major victory for the Muslims.
Battle of Badr
Explanation: Badr happened in Ramadan and was a great Muslim victory.
Name five special prophets known as Ulul ‘Azm.
Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa, Muhammad عليهم الصلاة والسلام
Explanation: Ulul ‘Azm are the prophets known for strong patience, determination, and firmness in delivering Allah’s message.
"He has made plain to you of the religion what He enjoined upon Nuh and that which We have revealed to you, and that which We enjoined upon Ibrahim and Musa and 'Isa that keep to obedience and be not divided therein... (42:13)."
How old was the Prophet when he received the first revelation in Cave Hira?
40 years old.
Explanation: Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was 40 years old when Jibreel first came with revelation. He had been meditating in the cave when Angel Jibreel appeared and told him to "Read!"