Islamic Business
This Arabic term means "permissible" and is used to describe business income allowed in Islam
What is Halal?
A portable computer that can be folded and carried easily
What is a laptop?
The direction Muslims face when praying.
What is the Qiblah?
This night in Ramadan is described in the Qur’an as being “better than a thousand months.”
What is Laylatul Qadr?
During Ramadan on college campuses, Somali and Muslim student groups often organize this sunset gathering so students can break their fast together.
What is Afur?
This term refers to interest, which is strictly prohibited in Islamic finance
What is Riba?
A worldwide network that connects computers and allows data to be shared instantly.
What is the Internet?
The obligatory charity Muslims must give if eligible.
What is Zakat?
The Prophet ﷺ would increase worship especially during these last days of Ramadan.
What are the last ten nights?
What is the most famous Somali Mosque in Minnesota
What is Abubaker As-Saddique?
What is a Musharakah?
This cybersecurity method uses a second verification step, like a text code, in addition to a password
What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?
The first revelation received by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ began with this word.
What is "Iqra"?
The Islamic month that comes right before Ramadan.
What is Sha’ban?
This sweet fried Somali pastry is commonly served during Ramadan and Eid.
What is Bur?
This companion of the prohphet (SAW) was one of the richest and most successful Muslim businessmen.
What is a Abdurrahman ib Awf (RA)?
This term refers to fake emails or messages that try to trick you into giving personal information.
What is phishing?
This battle was the first major battle fought by the Muslims
What is the Battle of Badr?
This charity must be given before the Eid prayer at the end of Ramadan.
What is Zakat al-Fitr?
Where do the Somali Youth go after Taraweeh?
What is Qamaria
This Islamic finance concept prohibits selling something you don't fully own yet.
What is Gharar? also known as selling without ownership
This system on social media decides what posts or videos show up on your feed based on what you like and watch.
What is the algorithm?
This is the only surah in the Qur’an that does not begin with “Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Raheem.”
What is Surah At-Tawbah?
This special prayer is performed when seeking guidance from Allah before making an important decision.
What is Salat al-Istikhārah?
This traditional Somali hosting custom during Ramadan emphasizes preparing extra food to share with neighbors and guests, reflecting strong community values.
What is soo dhaweyn? (hospliatiity)