Ramadan Facts 1
Laylatul Qadr means the night of?
The night of Power or Decree
Why do the dates of Ramadan change every year?
Ramadan is a lunar month; it begins about eleven days earlier each year. Hence, Ramadan can occur during any of the seasons.
Performing _______ in Ramadan is equal to the reward of Hajj?
Umrah
Allah describes Lailatul-Qadr as “better than a thousand months”. How many years of worship does this equate to?
83
Who/what gets locked up during the entirety of Ramadan?
Devils / Shaytaan
How do Muslims know that Ramadan as started?
When we see the first crescent moon of the lunar month.
Who does not need to fast during Ramadan?
(Name at least one)
Children, anyone who is ill, pregnant women, people with diabetes, anyone traveling
Which great battle took place in the month of Ramadan
The Battle of Badr
Name the month that comes after Ramadan
Shawwal
What does Surah Qadr say about the Night of Power?
It is better than a 1000 months.
Who started Taraweeh in congregation?
Omar Umar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb
Name the special gate of Jannah that only people who fast till enter through?
Ar-Rayyan
Which dua is encouraged to be said on Laylatul Qadr?
Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul-‘afwa, fa’fu ‘anni
How many times was Ramadan mentioned in the Qura'an?
One
What is the most important action done/said before beginning the fast?
The intention/niyyah
When one secludes themselves for the last 10 days of Ramadan to pray and make Zikr, it is called what?
Itikaaf
In which Hijri year was fasting made obligatory for Muslims?
Second year
What is the penalty if you break an obligatory fast? (name all)
Fast 60 consecutive days/feed one person 60 meals/feed 60 people a meal
Which Surah mentions the etiquette of ramadan?
Surah al Baqarah
This country is home to the largest mosque in the world, which hosts thousands of worshippers during Ramadan prayers.
Saudia Arabia Masjid Al-Haram
This city holds one of the largest Ramadan fasting events, with millions gathering for Iftar in Egypt.
Cairo
In Indonesia, a giant public Iftar event is held annually on this famous island.
Bali
In this country, Muslims traditionally light colorful lanterns known as “Fawanees” during Ramadan evenings.
Lebanon
This country is known for its long daylight hours during Ramadan, requiring Muslims to fast up to 20 hours
Norway and Greenland
Name 10 Names of Allah (swt)