Qur’an & Revelation
What are the first five words revealed to the Prophet ﷺ?
“Iqra’ bismi rabbika allathee khalaq”
If someone forgetfully eats while fasting, is their fast valid?
Yes, the fast is still valid.
Which major conquest happened in Ramadan in 8 AH?
Conquest of Makkah
What happens to the gates of Jahannam during Ramadan?
They are closed.
Which calendar system determines Ramadan?
Lunar calendar (Hijri)
Which surah mentions that the Qur’an was revealed in Ramadan?
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:185)
What is the ruling of using miswak while fasting? (Permissible/Impermissible)
Permissible
Approximately how many Muslims fought in the Battle of Badr?
Around 313
What is the specific dua taught by the Prophet ﷺ to recite on Laylatul Qadr?
“Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni.”
Which pillar of Islam is fasting in Ramadan?
The fourth pillar
In which juz’ is Surah Al-Qadr found?
Juz’ 30
Who is exempt from fasting in Ramadan?
The sick, travelers, pregnant/nursing women, menstruating women, the elderly, and children before puberty
In which year after Hijrah was fasting made obligatory?
2 AH
What dua is recommended at the time of breaking the fast?
“Allahumma laka sumtu [wa bika amantu] wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu wa ‘ala rizqika aftartu fa taqabbal minni”
What happens to the shayateen during Ramadan according to hadith?
They are chained
What was the age of the Prophet ﷺ when revelation began?
40 years old
What is fidyah, and who must give it?
Feeding a poor person for each missed fast; given by someone permanently unable to fast (like the elderly).
How many total Ramadans did the Prophet ﷺ fast in his lifetime?
Nine Ramadans
What is the meaning of the word “Taqwa,” the main goal of fasting mentioned in Surah Al-Baqarah?
God-consciousness / awareness and fear of Allah.
What is the name of the special gate in Jannah that only those who fast will enter through?
Ar-Rayyan
What is another name for Laylatul Qadr mentioned in the Qur’an?
Laylatul Mubarakah (The Blessed Night – Surah Ad-Dukhan)
What expiation (kaffarah) is required for intentionally breaking a fast without a valid reason?
Fasting for 60 consecutive days, or if unable, feeding 60 poor people
How many days did the Prophet ﷺ remain in Makkah during the Conquest before returning to Madinah?
19 days
What is the reward for giving iftar to a fasting person?
The same reward as the fasting person (without reducing theirs).
What act of worship in Ramadan equals the reward of Hajj with the Prophet ﷺ (according to hadith)?
Performing Umrah in Ramadan