Pillars of Islam
Zakat means ____.
To purify
Describe the special feature Prophet (saw) had on his body as the final messenger.
Seal of Prophethood - patch of skin, shaped like an egg, between his shoulder blades, hair was a different color than other hairpreciating His signs.
Describe sabrun-jameel and how it related to Yaqub (as)
From where to where did the Prophet (saw) special journey take place and what gift did he receive?
Makkah - Jeruselum - Heavens
Gift: Salah
What does Taqwa mean?
God-consciousness
State the 5 books revealed by Allah and the Prophet they were sent to.
Suhuf (Scriptures) - Ibrahim (as)
Tawrah (Torah) - Musa (as)
Zabur (Psalms) - Dawud (as)
Injil (Bible) - Isa (as)
Quran - Muhammad (saw)
State 5 major signs of the Day of Judgement
Sun rising from the West
Splitting of the moon
Yajuj Majuj
Dajjal
Imam Mahdi
Return of Isa (as)
What should be recited when having a good vs bad dream?
Alhamdulillah
Say “A’udhu billah” + spit three times to your left
State 5 benefits of Salah
How can you demonstrate ihsan in prayer?
Pray as if you can see Allah. If that is difficult for you, know that Allah Sees you.
State the shahadah and the meaning
As-Shadu-Al-La-ilaaha-ill-Allahu-wa-as-Shadu-anna-Muhammadan-Abduhu-wa-Rasoolu (“I bear witness that there is no god besides Allah and Muhammad (saw) is His messenger”)
Which prophet had the title "Friend of Allah"?
Ibrahim (as)
Describe the dream of Yusuf (as) in childhood and how it came to life in the future.
12 stars, sun and moon bowing to him
When he became minister and his family bowed to him upon returning to Egypt
Describe the steps of Wudhu
1) The Sky Containing Al Burooj (Stars)
2) The Day of Judgement
3) The Day of Jumu'ah
4) The Day of Arafah
What is a person who practices Islam called? Iman? Ihsan?
Muslim, Mu’min, Muhsin
State the role of the following angels: Malik (as), Ridwan (as)
Malik (as) - Entrusted with Jannah (Paradise)
Ridwan (as) - Entrusted with Jahannum (Hellfire)
This was one of the miracles Allah granted Prophet Musa (as) to convince Pharaoh to release the Children of Israel.
When Musa (AS) threw his staff (stick) on the ground before Pharaoh, it transformed into a real, moving, and enormous snake (or serpent).
OR
The Radiant Hand (Al-Yad al-Bayda): Musa (AS) would put his hand into his cloak and draw it out; it would shine with a brilliant, dazzling white light.
Describe the steps of tayammum and when it can be performed.
If you don’t have access to water or cannot use water due to an injury or bandage, you can do Tayammum in place of Wudu
How does the Quran describe the temporary nature of this world compared to the eternal rewards of the hereafter?
The Quran often describes this world as short-lived, fleeting, passing enjoyment, diversion, and amusement (e.g., Surat Al-An'am 6:32, Surah Ar-Ra'd 13:26).and like a play or illusion, while the hereafter is eternal, real, and full of lasting reward or punishment. The hereafter is called the "true home" and "permanent settlement"
State the 5 pillars of Islam and 6 pillars of Iman.
Shahadah, Salah, Fasting, Zakah, Hajj
Belief in Tawheed, Angels, Books, Messengers, The Last Day, Qadr
Iman includes ________ and action.
Iman includes belief and action.
Describe Qadr. Do humans have free will to do what they want?
Destiny
Yes - Allah has given us free will, but He is aware of what decisions we will make
Describe haya (modesty) and 3 ways how it can be shown.
- lower your gaze
- cover your satr
- avoid foul language
Scenario: A kid in your class is vaping and wants you to do it too. If you do it, maybe he’ll include you in his friend group. But you know it’s wrong. He says “No one will no bro, it’s just between me and you! Your parents will never find out anyways!” How do you react?
Don’t do it because Allah is watching! It doesn’t matter if anyone else sees, or what they think about you. Allah’s opinion on us is the most important because He will determine if we will enter Jannah or Jahannam for eternity.