Haq Al Laila Basics
What does “Haq Al Laila” mean?
The right of the night / a night of giving to children
What do Emirati boys traditionally wear?
Kandura
Which month comes after Sha’ban?
Ramadan
Kids knock on doors asking for sweets. What is this tradition called?
Haq Al Laila
Haq Al Laila is celebrated only in UAE.
False (also in Gulf countries)
On which Islamic month is Haq Al Laila celebrated?
Sha’ban (شعبان)
What do Emirati girls traditionally wear?
Jalabiya / Traditional dress
What major act of worship happens in Ramadan?
Fasting
Singing traditional chants while collecting candy is called?
Haq Al Laila songs/chants
Adults also help organize Haq Al Laila.
True
Which day of Sha’ban is Haq Al Laila usually celebrated?
The 15th of Sha’ban
What is the traditional greeting used on Haq Al Laila?
“عطونا الله يعطيكم” (Give to us, may Allah give to you)
From when to when do Muslims fast?
From dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib)
Decorating bags and wearing cultural clothes is an example of what?
Cultural celebration
Haq Al Laila happens during Ramadan.
False (before Ramadan)
Who mainly participates in collecting treats?
Children
What item do children carry to collect sweets?
Decorated bag or basket
Why is Haq Al Laila celebrated before Ramadan?
To prepare spiritually and spread happiness
Visiting neighbors shows what value?
Community bonding
Haq Al Laila teaches generosity.
True
What is the main purpose of Haq Al Laila?
Celebrating tradition and spreading generosity before Ramadan
Name one Emirati value promoted by Haq Al Laila.
Generosity / Community / Kindness / Sharing
What is the meal before fasting called?
Suhoor
Haq Al Laila is similar to which international tradition?
Trick-or-treating (Halloween)
Only children participate in Haq Al Laila.
False