Unit A
How many names does Allah have?
Allah has 99 names.
How did Musa react to his people worshipping the golden calf?
He was shocked and angered, throwing down the tablets of the law which he was carrying for them.
How did Allah answer the prayers of the Muslims?
By sending down a violent storm and an army of angels against the enemy army.
What reward will Allah give you if you learn his names properly?
If a person learns and memorizes the 99 names of Allah properly, it is said that they will enter Paradise (Jannah).
Did the Egyptians fulfill their promise of letting the children of Isra’eel go? Why?
No, they believed Phiróun was their highest lord and continued to endure punishments after many chances, leaving the children to have to flee on their own with Musa.
Who helped the Muslims to spread disunity among the enemy’s army? What did he do?
Nu'aim ibn Masood, a member of the Banu Ghatfan tribe, played a crucial role in spreading disunity among the enemy's army during the Battle of Al-Khandaq. He secretly approached both the Quraysh and the Banu Qurayzah, sowing distrust.
Which of Allah’s names means the Ever Provider?
Al-Razzaq
What did Allah order Musa and the children of Isra’eel to do?
To leave Egypt “Exodus” and go to the Promised Land (Palestine), putting an end to Phiróun’s slavery crimes.
How were the Muslims depending on Bani Quraythah to protect the city?
Bani Qurayzah was expected to support the Muslims in defending the city against the Meccan forces. They had previously contributed by providing tools for digging the defensive trench, indicating a level of cooperation.
Which of Allah’s names means the Most Beneficent?
Al-Rahman
What kind of miracle happened when the children of Isra’eel reached the Red Sea?
A violent wind blew, in a moment the sea parted, with waves standing like mountains on each side, making a path for them.
Why did Bani An-Nader want Bani Quraythah to join in the war against the Muslims?
To exploit a strategic weakness in Medina's defenses. Huyayy bin Akhtab, a leader of Bani An-Nadir, promised rewards and loyalty to Bani Qurayzah if they broke their treaty with the Muslims.
What is Al-Asmaa’ ul Husna?
It refers to the 99 Names of Allah, which encompass His beautiful attributes and qualities in Islam. Each name represents a unique characteristic of Allah, and reciting and understanding these names is considered a form of worship and helps Muslims connect with Allah.
How did the children of Isra’eel respond to Musa?
With Phrióun having oppressed their souls and spoiled their nature so much, they began to disobey Musa and were not completely disobedient to Allah.
Why did Bani Quraythah risk breaking the treaty and join the Quraysh and the other tribes in fighting the Muslims?
They were influenced by Huyayy bin Akhtab from Bani An-Nadir, who convinced them that the Muslims would be defeated and that aligning with the Meccan forces would secure their survival and power.