Chapter 1
Define Al Wahy.
The divine revelation from Allah to a Prophet through Angel Jibreel.
Name:
- Masajid mentioned in the Quran.
- Only Sahabi explicitly mentioned in the Quran.
- The only woman explicitly mentioned in the Quran.
- A plant from the Quran.
- Masjid Ul Haram, Masjid Ul Aqsa, and Masjid al Quba (also "Masjid" ad Dirar, the hypocrites' masjid).
- Zaid ibn Haritha.
- Maryam (Alaha As-Salam).
- grain, garlic, onion, al manna, date, olive, grape, pomegranate, and fig.
How many suwar are there in the Quran?
114.
When should we feel scared when reading the Quran?What should we say when we read that?
When we read a description of Jahannam and the Day of Judgement. We should say Aootho - Billahi - Mina - Shaytan - Arrajeem.
Define the word Hafidh.
A person who memorizes the whole Quran.
Name the books that Allah sent to humanity before Quran.
1. Ibrahim - As Suhuf (Scrolls)
2. Musa - At Tawrah (Torah)
3. Dawood - Az Zaboor (Psalms)
4. Isa - Al Injeel (Bible/Gospel)
5. Muhammad (p.b.u.h.) - Quran
When and where was the Quran revealed?
It was revealed at Ghar Hira in Ramadan in the year of 610 A.D.
How many ajzaa' are there in the Quran?
30 ajzaa'.
What is the benefit of learning the Arabic language?
The benefit of learning the Arabic language is that you are able to read the Quran in its original language.
Define the words:
- Ikhlas
- Hifth
- Tafsir
- Sincerity
- Memorization
- The explanation of the Quran.
Define al Quran and Sunnah.
Quran - The miraculous word of Allah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) through Angel Jibreel. It is the last and final book from Allah.
Sunnah - The authentic spoken words and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Define Makiyyah suwar and Madaniyyah Suwar.
Makki - Suwar revealed before the Hijrah.
Madani - Suwar revealed after the Hijrah.
Briefly name the following:
- Aroos ul Quran
- Heart of the Quran
- The six prophets whose names are mentioned in the Quran as Suwar.
- Surah Rahman.
- Surah Ya Sin.
- Yunus, Ibrahim, Hud, Nuh, Yusuf, and Muhammad (SAW).
Define the following:
1. Tadabbur
2. Khushoo'
3. Ahkam ut Tajweed.
1. The reflection and deep understanding of the Quran.
2. Having your heart humbled and connected with Allah while worshipping Him.
3. the Rules of Recitation.
What is the good age span where it is easier to memorize the Quran? Why is it easier to memorize when you are young?
From 5 years - 23 years. This is because, before 5 is when the child's mind is usually not well prepared to do that, and after 23, the ability to memorize decreases.
What are the 3 roles of Sunnah in relation to the Quran?
1. It explains the meaning of Quran.
2. It details some of its guidance.
3. It describes how to implement it into real life.
Who was Zaid ibn Thabit and what was his role in compiling the Quran?
He was a Madani Sahabi who was the leader in compiling the Quran into a book. He used a system of verification by using 2 witnesses for every word.
Give a definition of the Sabut Tiwal.
They are the long 7 suwar. They come in the beginning of the Quran after Surah Fatihah and make up the first 1/3 of the Quran.
Name at least 2 of the nine ways to respect the Quran.
1. Taharah. 2. Facing the Qiblah.
3. Khushoo'. 4. Istiaathah & Basmalah.
5. Ahkam ut Tajweed. 6. Tadabbur.
7. Interacting with the Quran. 8. Handling it properly.
9. Implementing the Quran.
Why is it important to learn the Quran from teachers?
Because the teacher can correct or point out any mistakes in pronunciation and tajweed. It is an excellent way of correcting your mistakes and perfecting your memorization.
Name the 7 main elements found in the message of Al - Quran.
1. The reality and attributes of Allah.
2. The spiritual world (Al Ghaib).
3. Allah's purpose for creating mankind.
4. Allah's rules for a righteous and happy life.
5. Man's responsibility toward Allah and the world.
6. The coming of the Day of Judgement.
7. The Hereafter.
Describe how the Quran was collected in one book after the passing of the Prophet Muhammad.
1. In the Prophet's time, the Quran was memorized and written down on bones, rocks, and leaves by scribes.
2. In Abu Bakr's time, many Hufadh died in the Battle of Yamamah. Umar (RA) proposed to compile the Quran in one book, so Abu Bakr (RA) told Zaid ibn Thabit to lead the compilation of the holy Quran.
3. In Uthman ibn Affan's (RA) time, a lot of people had unauthentic copies, so Uthman took all of them and burned them. He then ordered scribes, under the leadership of Zaid ibn Thabit, to create 7 copies and send them out to all the other countries.
Name the Sabut Tiwal.
1. Al Baqarah
2. Ali-Imran
3. An-Nisaa'
4. Al-Maaidah
5. Al-Anaam
6. Al-Araf
7. Al-Anfal
WARNING! DIFFICULT QUESTION!
Recite the ayah that states "Recite the Quran according to the rules of recitation."
Wa rattil-il-Qur'aana tarteela.
List 2 out of 7 methods that would help memorize the Quran?
1. Sincerity
2. Proper Recitation
3. Quality Memorization from the First time.
4. Understanding the Meaning of the Quran.
5. Continuous review.
6. Memorizing the Quran at a young age.
7. High Discipline.