40 Hadith
How do we help others with Birr?
To do that which is pleasing to them in a manner that is pleasing to them.
Ex) Giving monetary assistance or moving furniture, in a way does not seem burdensome to them.
What word in the Quran is used to describe something with great magnitude?
Atheem
Bani Israel would play with their words to be intentionally misleading. What message is in there for us?
To not play with our speech, even if it is seemingly harmless.
Who accompanied the Prophet SAW on the Hijrah?
Abu Bakr RA
The Prophet SAW explained different forms of Sadaqa after the Companions complained about what?
What 2 words can An Nasir be translated to, and why?
The Helper and the Granter of Victory. When Allah SWT provides His aid, nothing can overcome it. Therefore it is an absolute victory.
What does the term "What their hands have done" or "What their hands have sent forward" mean?
The deeds that you perform that will be accounted for in the Akhirah.
Who was the first (or one of the very firsts) to migrate to Medina?
Abu Salama RA
Bonus: What happened?
Why is it a calamity when you a blessing given is not thanked for?
The blessing had caused the individual to forget Allah SWT. Reflect on how calamities cause us to call on Allah SWT, yet blessings often serve as a distraction.
How is Allah SWT Al 'Ala? (What does it mean for Him to be Al 'Ala?)
Allah SWT is the Most High in every way. He SWT is Above us physically, in His Status, Supremacy, Nobility, Honor, and so on. He SWT is Above our problems and aspirations.
"Never will the Jews or Christians be pleased with you, until __________"
What did they want from the Prophet SAW?
Never will the Jews or Christians be pleased with you, until you follow their faith.
Where did the Ansar meet the Prophet SAW to discuss in secret
In a valley next to Aqaba
Bonus: Who came with the Prophet SAW to meet and speak with them?
To maintain unity and avoid deviations. A leader is a point of stability that offers intellect in a time of emotion.
Which verse in the Quran mentions Allah SWT as the Most High and The Supreme?
Ayatul Kursi
How do we make covenants between ourselves and Allah SWT?
By taking the declaration of faith and affirming His Lordship. We claim to say that He SWT is the only one worthy of worship, There is no power and might but Him, etc. We must then live up to such a covenant.
How was the Second Pledge of Aqaba different than the First?
Political/Military connotations
Which action suffices the charity due on the body?
Dhuha Prayer
What imagery is given to describe Allah SWT as Al Muhaymin? (Think of Haymana)
A bird covering her young with its wings.
What does the phrase, “Kun Fayakun” (كُن فَيَكُونُ) mean? What is its significance?
"Be and it is". It denotes the Power of Allah SWT in ways that are outside of our understanding.
Who led the very first Juma prayer?