Figures in the Quran
He is the final Prophet sent by Allah to all of humanity.
Who is Prophet Muhammad(saw)?
Located in the Great Mosque of Makkah, this cuboid structure is the "House of Allah" that Muslims face during prayer.
What is the Kaaba?
This long-standing tradition of communal breaking of the fast during Ramadan is known by this 6-letter word.
What is Iftar?
These flightless birds are native to Antarctica and are excellent swimmers.
What are Penguins?
Often used in sushi, this green paste is known for its intense, nose-tingling heat.
What is Wasabi?
She is the only woman mentioned by name in the Quran, and an entire Surah is named after her.
Who is Maryam (Mary)?
He was the first Caliph of Islam and the closest friend of the Prophet (PBUH).
Who is Abu Bakr (RA)?
This is the term for actions that are permissible or "lawful" in Islam, especially regarding food.
What is Halal?
Located in Agra, India, this white marble mausoleum was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife.
What is the Taj Mahal?
If you are standing at 0 degrees latitude and 0 degrees longitude, you are standing on this imaginary line.
What is the Equator?
Who is mentioned more times by name in the Quran than any other person?
Who is Musa(as) (Moses)?
This is the name of the first battle in Islamic history, where the Muslims were vastly outnumbered but achieved victory.
What is the Battle of Badr?
A famous Hadith states that "Paradise lies under the feet" of this family member.
Who is the Mother?
This city is the only one in the world that sits on two continents: Europe and Asia.
What is Istanbul?
This Argentinian soccer star led his country to a World Cup victory in 2022.
Who is Lionel Messi?
While not a Prophet, this wise man is featured in Surah Al-Kahf, offering profound life lessons to Prophet Musa.
Who is Al-Khidr?
This "Blue Mosque" in Istanbul was built by Sultan Ahmed I to rival the nearby Hagia Sophia.
What is the Sultan Ahmed Mosque?
This specific phrase is used when a Muslim intends to do something in the future, meaning "If Allah wills."
What is Insha'Allah?
These "filters" in your body are shaped like beans and help clean your blood.
What are Kidneys?
This is the only sport to have been played on the surface of the Moon.
What is Golf?
Mentioned in Surah An-Naml, this royal figure sent gifts to Prophet Sulayman before eventually traveling to meet him and embracing Islam.
Who is the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis)?
What are the top 3 countries with the most muslims?
Indonesia (242 million), Pakistan (235 million), India (213 million)
When water is unavailable, this ritual "dry" purification using clean earth or sand is permitted.
What is Tayammum?
This is the most common first name in the world, held by an estimated 150 million men and boys.
What is Muhammad?
Rock formed from cooled magma or lava, this rock type gets its name from the Latin word for "fire."
What is Igneous Rock?