The Story of Mab’as
This term means the Prophet was “sent/raised” with a divine mission.
What is Mab’as (Bi‘that / بعثت)?
The Qur’an describes itself as “guidance” for humanity—this Arabic term.
What is huda?
Pre-Islamic Arabia is often called this era of “ignorance.”
What is Jahiliyyah?
In Shia narrations, at the early feast where the Prophet invited close family and asked who would support him, he declared this young relative as his brother, successor, and “wazir.”
Who is Imam Ali (Ali ibn Abi Talib)?
The title used for the Prophet’s household: “People of the House.”
What is Ahl al-Bayt?
The first revelation occurred in this famous cave near Mecca.
What is the Cave of Hira (Jabal al-Nur)?
The process by which divine communication came to the Prophet is called this.
What is wahy (revelation)?
The Ka‘bah’s worship was restored to devotion to this—absolute monotheism.
What is tawhid (oneness of God)?
The central message of Mab’as is the oneness of God—this concept.
What is tawhid?
The public sermon-event in which the Prophet declared “For whoever I am Mawla, Ali is his Mawla.”
What is Ghadir Khumm?
According to widely taught accounts, the first revealed verses are from this surah.
What is Surah al-‘Alaq (96:1–5)?
The first command revealed—often translated “Read/Recite”—is this Arabic word.
What is “Iqra’”?
Early Islam strongly emphasized the dignity and liberation of people in this condition.
Who are enslaved persons (slaves)?
The Qur’an describes the Prophet as a “mercy to the worlds”—this concept.
What is rahmah (mercy)?
The event where Imam Ali slept in the Prophet’s bed to help him depart safely for the Hijrah.
What is Laylat al-Mabit?
This angel is identified as the messenger who brought the first revelation.
Who is Jibril (Gabriel)?
This phrase in 96:1 means “in the name of your Lord.”
What is “Bismi rabbika”?
In Shia framing, Mab’as and Ghadir are linked: one establishes prophethood (nubuwwah) and the other emphasizes ____.
What is wilayah/Imamah (divinely guided authority after the Prophet)?
In Shia teaching, the continuity of divine guidance after the Prophet is emphasized through this institution.
What is Imamah (the Imamate)?
The Prophet’s protective uncle who led Banu Hashim through the Quraysh boycott and social siege is:
Who is Abu Talib?
In many Shia commemorations, Mab’as is observed on this Islamic date.
What is 27 Rajab?
This term refers to gradual “sending down” of revelation over time.
What is tanzil?
A major Meccan-era reform condemned exploitation through this practice, often translated as usury or unjust gain in lending.
What is riba?
Even before prophethood, he was known as “the truthful, trustworthy.”
Who is al-Sadiq al-Amin?
The “mutual invocation” event with a Christian delegation where the Prophet brought “our selves, our women, and our sons” is:
What is the Event of al-Mubahalah?