True/False
The Qiblah refers to the place where Muhammad (saw) received revelation.
Where was the Covenant established?
Medina
Why did Suhaib (ra) have an accent in Arabic?
He was raised among the Romans
Define Qiblah
Direction of prayer
What does Jihad mean?
to struggle/strive
Jihad is the promotion of violence
False - it is the means to establish justice in society
“No Believer shall kill any Believer for a Non-Believer, nor shall he help any Non-Believer against a Believer.”
What does this tell us about what life in Makkah was like?
Life in Makkah was difficult - Muslims lived under persecution.
Where did Muslims originally pray toward?
Were Muslims allowed to fight when Islam was first revealed?
No - Muslims were not given the permission to fight early in the bi'thah
Sohaib Ar-Rumi spoke perfect Arabic
False - He grew up in Roman society and had an accent in Arabic
“Whatever Jews follow us shall receive help and equality. They shall not be maltreated, nor will help be afforded to others against them.” - what does this show us about society in Medina?
Allah (swt) commanded Muslims to ensure the safety and protection of religious communities.
What does Sohaib ar-Rumi mean?
Suhaib "the Roman"
How did the Mushrikeen respond to the change of the qiblah?
They claimed the Prophet (saw) went back to face the Qiblah of the polytheists and this eventually would revert back to their religion
What is the purpose of Jihad?
To establish Islamic justice in society
The change of the Qiblah was a test from Allah
Yes!
Why did Quraysh try to prevent Sohaib from leaving Makkah?
1) they didn't want him to bring his money from Makkah to Medina
2) they were offended he entered Makkah as a slave and benefitted by acquiring wealth and status, only to leave
How did the Jews respond to the change of the Qiblah?
They said he has left the Qiblah of the prophets before him and that shows Muhammad (saw) isn’t a true Prophet of Allah.
Does Jihad = forced conversion of other religious communities?
No! Jihad protects religious practice and rituals - Allah (swt) commanded Muslims to protect places of worship.
The Covenant of Medina was a document used to govern Muslims only
False - it was established to govern the relationship between Muslims and other communities living in Medina
What is the Arabic word for "covenant"?
Al-Wathiqah
وثـيـقـة الـمـديـنـة
How does Suhaib's life represent what it means to sacrifice for Islam?
They were tested if they would stand firm on the commands of the Prophet (saw)
Jihad is fighting for the cause of Allah (swt) - it has rules and regulations. It's purpose and guidelines are very clear in our deen.
Fighting for any other purpose or using any other rules is not allowed in Islam.