Imam Hussain AS
Who wrote letters to Imam Hussain (ع) asking him for help and support?
The people of Kufa.
When should we say “Bismillah” and when should we say “Alhamdulillah”?
“Bismillah” before doing something (like eating, entering the bathroom, starting schoolwork)
“Alhamdulillah” when we finish something, when we’re thankful,
How Many Surahs in the Quran?
114 surahs
How many times do Muslims pray every day?
5 times (Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha)
What is one kind thing you can do this week that would make Allah happy?
helping mom, sharing, not yelling, saying Salaam, etc.
What did Imam Hussain (ع) do when Hur changed sides and asked for forgiveness?
A: Imam Hussain (ع) forgave Hur and welcomed him. Hur joined Imam Hussain’s side and became a martyr in Karbala. It’s never too late to do the right thing.
Why do we need to respect each other?
Because Allah loves those who are kind and respectful. Respect brings peace and love between people. The Prophet (ﷺ) and Ahlul Bayt (ع) always showed respect even to those who were not kind to them.
What are the longest and shortest surahs in the Qur’an?
Longest: Surah Al-Baqarah
Shortest: Surah Al-Kawthar
Can you name the 12 Imams from the family of the Prophet (ﷺ)?
1. Imam Ali (ع)
2. Imam Hasan (ع)
3. Imam Hussain (ع)
4. Imam Zainul Abideen (ع)
5. Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (ع)
6. Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (ع)
7. Imam Musa al-Kadhim (ع)
8. Imam Ali al-Ridha (ع)
9. Imam Muhammad al-Taqi (ع)
10. Imam Ali al-Hadi (ع)
11. Imam Hasan al-Askari (ع)
12. Imam Mahdi (عج)
What do Muslims face when they pray?
The Ka’bah in Makkah
His Birth & Family
-Imam Ali (ع) and Lady Fatima (ع), the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
-He was born on the 3rd of Sha'ban.
Why is it important to choose good friends?
Because good friends help us get closer to Allah, remind us to pray, and help us do the right things. Bad friends might lead us away from what is right.
Which surah in the Qur’an does not begin with “Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Rahim”?
Surah At-Tawbah (Surah 9)
What are the 5 roots of Islam (Uṣūl al-Dīn)?
1. Tawheed (Oneness of God)
2. Adalah (Justice of God)
3. Nubuwwah (Prophethood)
4. Imamah (Leadership of the Imams)
5. Ma’ad (Day of Judgment)
What is the first month of the Islamic calendar, and what special event happened in it?
Muharram – The month of Imam Hussain’s (ع) martyrdom in Karbala.
What agreement did Imam Hassan (ع) make with Muawiyah, and what did Yazid do with it?
Imam Hassan (ع) made a peace treaty with Muawiyah that the caliphate would not stay in his family. Yazid, Muawiyah’s son, broke the treaty by becoming the ruler and demanding allegiance from Imam Hussain (ع).
What generous thing did Imam Ali (ع) do while he was praying?
He gave his ring to a poor man while he was in rukū. This act of generosity was so special that Allah mentioned it in the Qur’an in Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:55).
The surahs in the Qur’an are divided into two types based on where they were revealed. What are these two types?
The two types are:
Makkiyah – revealed in Makkah (before the Prophet ﷺ moved to Madinah)
Madaniyah – revealed in Madinah (after the Prophet ﷺ moved there)
Can you name five of the Furūʿ al-Dīn?
1. Ṣalāh (prayer)
2. Ṣawm (fasting)
3. Ḥajj (pilgrimage)
4. Khums (religious tax)
5. Zakāh (charity)
6. Amr bil Maʿrūf (enjoining good)
7. Nahy ʿan al-Munkar (forbidding wrong)
8. Tawalla (loving the Ahlul Bayt)
9. Tabarra (staying away from enemies of Ahlul Bayt)
What is the name of the event where the Prophet (ﷺ) brought his family to challenge the Christians of Najran?
Mubahala – and he brought Ahlul Bayt with him!
Why do we gather every Muharram to remember Imam Hussain (ع) and Karbala?
Because he stood for truth, justice, and never gave up even when he had very few people with him. He taught us to stand up against wrong, even if we’re alone. We remember him to keep his message alive.
Why is jealousy haram (forbidden) in Islam?
Because jealousy means we are not happy with what Allah gave us. It can hurt others and make us feel bad inside. It can lead to bad actions. Instead, we should be thankful and happy for others.
What is the name of the surah that was revealed to show the purity of Ahlul Bayt (ع)?
Surah Al-Ahzab (33:33) – It has the Ayah of Tathir, where Allah talks about the purity of the Ahlul Bayt.
What are the five types of actions in Islam?
1. Wājib – Must do
2. Mustahabb – Recommended
3. Mubāh – Allowed/neutral
4. Makrūh – Not liked but not sinful
5. Harām – Forbidden
How many people were under the Kisa (the cloak) in Hadith al-Kisa?
Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), Lady Fatima (ع), Imam Ali (ع), Imam Hasan (ع), and Imam Hussain (ع)