ASHAB AL-UKHDŪD
What was the crime of the believers in the story of Ashab al-Ukhdūd?
Believing in Allah alone.
Prophet Shuʿayb (AS) was sent to which people?
The people of Madyan.
Was Khabbāb ibn al-Aratt (RA) among the early Muslims?
Yes.
Did Uwais al-Qarni (RA) ever meet the Prophet ﷺ?
No.
What matters more in Islam: actions or intentions?
Intentions.
What were the trenches in Ashab al-Ukhdūd filled with?
Fire.
What major sin were the people of Madyan known for?
Cheating in weights and measures.
What type of torture was used on him?
Heated metal placed on his back.
From which region was Uwais al-Qarni (RA)?
Yemen.
According to Islam, who is the strongest person?
One who controls their anger.
In which surah is the story of Ashab al-Ukhdūd mentioned?
Surah al-Burūj.
How did the people mock Prophet Shuʿayb (AS)?
They mocked his prayer and humility.
What question did Khabbāb (RA) ask the Prophet ﷺ?
Why help and victory were delayed.
Why didn’t he travel to Madinah to meet the Prophet ﷺ?
He was caring for his mother.
Are hardships always a punishment?
No, they can be purification or elevation.
Who ordered the believers to be thrown into the trenches?
A tyrannical king/ruler.
Why did his people reject his message?
Because honesty harmed their business profits.
How did the Prophet ﷺ respond?
By reminding him that previous believers suffered even worse.
What special instruction did the Prophet ﷺ give about Uwais?
To ask him to make duʿāʾ.
Can silence ever be better than speaking?
Yes, if speech causes harm.
What is the main lesson of Ashab al-Ukhdūd?
Faith is more valuable than life itself.
What punishment destroyed the people of Shuʿayb (AS)?
A severe earthquake and destruction.
What did Khabbāb (RA) fear later in life more than torture?
Wealth and accountability before Allah.
What does Uwais al-Qarni (RA) teach us about greatness?
Sincerity matters more than fame.
When is a believer most at risk of failing a test?
After success and comfort.