Fun Facts
Are all of the shayateen locked up during ramadhan?
no smaller shayateen are still around
In a hadith narrated by سَهْلِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ he mentioned a gate of the gates of Jannah which only fasting people will enter. What is the name of that gate?
Rayyan
Does one need to make an intention to fast for everyday of Ramadhan?
Yes, The intention to fast must be made separately for each day of Ramadan
On which night was the Qur’an first revealed?
Lailatul-Qadr (Night of the Power) in the month of Ramadhan
Ramadan is the ____ month of the Islamic calendar.
9th
Name 3 times in which times duaas are accepted?
during the last third of the night, when breaking the fast, and when praying, as well as during the time of the Adhan (call to prayer) and during rain.
In a hadith narrated by ائِشَةَ ـ رضى الله عنها she said that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "Search for ? in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan."
Laylatul Qadr لَيْلَةَ الْقَدْرِ
If a Muslim breaks their fast without a legitimate excuse they must..
They must seek forgiveness from Allah and make up the days immediately.
What is the only month mentioned by name in the Quran?
Ramadhan
The first revelation of the Quran came to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in what cave during Ramadan.
Cave of Hira
What is the term for the obligatory charity given before the end of Ramadan/Eid Salah
Zakat al-Fitr
In a hadith narrated by أَنَسَ بْنَ مَالِكٍ he mentioned that the Prophet said تَسَحَّرُوا فَإِنَّ فِي السَّحُورِ بَرَكَةً . Which means "Take Suhur as there is a blessing in it". Name one meaning that is derived from this hadith.
The scholars are unanimously agreed that suhoor is mustahabb (recommended) but not obligatory.
Refers to the barakah in suhoor, because it gives one strength and energy to fast, and because of it one wants to fast more, because it reduces the hardship involved for the one who eats suhoor.
Name 2 conditions that when met, requires a Muslim to fast during Ramadhan.
Sane (of sound mind) and Mature
Name two other names for the Quran.
This famous battle took place during Ramadan in the second year after Hijrah, marking a major victory for the Muslims.
Battle of Badr
What is the meaning of the word Ramadhan?
Scorching Heat
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever fasts Ramadan out of faith and seeking reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
According to this hadith, what two conditions must be met for a person’s past sins to be forgiven through fasting in Ramadan?
Faith (Iman) and seeking reward from Allah (Ihtisab).
There are 7 people who are exempt from fasting who are they?
1.Sick Person 2.Frail Elderly Person 3.Breastfeeding 4.Pregnant 5.Traveler 6.Mensurating 7.Nifas
The Quran was compiled into a book in the time of the first caliph, Abu Bakr.
in Ramadan of the year 8 AH, the Muslims conquered this city
Makkah
What is the significance of breaking the fast with dates?
breaking the fast with dates is a practice that the Prophet ﷺ followed, as it is considered both nutritious and in accordance with his sunnah (tradition).
The Prophet ﷺ said: “When Ramadan begins, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hellfire are closed, and the devils are chained.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
How does it encourage believers to do good deeds?
it signifies that Ramadan is a blessed time where opportunities for good deeds are increased, temptations are reduced, and the chances of seeking Allah’s mercy and forgiveness are greater. It encourages believers to engage in worship, avoid sin, and strive for spiritual purification.
Name 3 things aside from mensuration that break your fast.
1. Intentionally Eating 2. Forcing Yourself to Vomit 3. Sexual Intercourse 4. Wet Cupping 5. Intending to break your fast 5. Apostasy
Lisit the 6 Surahs in the Qur’an have the titles named after different Prophets
This caliph was assassinated while praying during the month of Ramadan in the year 40 AH.
Caliph Ali ibn Abi Talib