Islamic History
What is the name of the cave where Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation?
Cave of Hira
What is the name of the night in Ramadan during which the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Muhammad?
Laylat al-Qadr
Who is known as the father of the prophets in Islam?
Prophet Ibrahim
What is the name of the mosque in Jerusalem that is considered the third holiest site in Islam?
Masjid Al-Aqsa
What is the name of the special clothes muslims wear during Hajj/ Umrah?
Ihram
Who was the first caliph after the death of Prophet Muhammad?
Abu Bakr (RA)
Which surah of the Quran is known as the "Verse of the Throne"
Surah Baqra: 255 | Ayat al-Kursi
Which prophet is known for his wisdom and is mentioned in the Quran as having conversed with birds and jinn?
Prophet Sulaiman
What is the name of the mountain in Mecca where the Cave of Hira is located, where Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation?
Jabal al-Nour
What is the difference between Sunnah and Hadith in Islam?
Sunnah refers to the practices, teachings, and actions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), while Hadith specifically refers to the recorded sayings, actions, and approvals of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) collected in books.
What event marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar?
Hijra (Migration) of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina
Which collection of Hadith is considered one of the Six major Hadith collections in Sunni Islam and is known for its emphasis on authenticity?
Sahih al-Bukhari
Which prophet is mentioned in the Quran as having been given the Zabur (Psalms) as a divine scripture and being skilled in music and poetry?
Prophet Dawud
In which city did Prophet Muhammad face opposition and was stoned by the people, leading to his migration to Medina?
The city of Taif
What is the term for the Islamic concept of predestination, referring to Allah's divine decree and knowledge of all events?
Qadr (Destiny)
Who was the first female martyr in Islam, known for her bravery during the Battle of Uhud?
Sumayyah bint Khayyat
Which Surah has Bismillahir Rahman ar Raheem twice?
Surah An-Naml Verse 30. The second Bismillah is a quotation from the letter of Prophet Sulaiman to Queen of Sheba.
Who is known as the messenger of Allah to the people of Thamud?
Prophet Salih
Which river is associated with the story of Prophet Musa (Moses) in Islamic tradition, where he received revelation and encountered Pharaoh?
The Nile River
Which Surah in the Quran instructs women to cover their adornments and draw their veils over their chests?
Surah An-Nur (24:31)
Who was the first Muslim woman to be granted the title "Mother of the Believers" and married Prophet Muhammad after the death of his first wife, Khadijah?
Aisha bint Abu Bakr
Which Surah does not begin with Bismillah?
Surah At-Tawbah
Which prophet suffered from a severe illness, including painful boils all over his body, as a test of his faith and patience?
Prophet Ayyub
What was the capital city of the Ottoman Empire?
Constantinople (Istanbul)
Who are the Tabi'in and Tabi' al-Tabi'in in Islamic history?
The Tabi'in are the generation of Muslims who directly followed the Sahaba (companions of Prophet Muhammad), and the Tabi' al-Tabi'in are the generation of Muslims who followed the Tabi'in. They are known for preserving and transmitting Islamic knowledge after the time of the Prophet (peace be upon him).