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What is the root meaning of the word "Aqeedah"?
"To tie or knot," derived from the root letters عَ - قَ - دَ.
Name 5 Angels , and explain their roles
Jibril, is the angel in charge of revelation to prophets (PBUT)
Mika'il, is the angel in charge of rain
Munkar and Nakeer, the angels assigned to question the dead once they are buried
Israfil, is the angel in charge of blowing the trumpet on the Day of resurrection
Malik, Keeper of Jahannam
What are 2 incidents that showed the enemies' acknowledgment of Prophet Muhammad's integrity and honesty?
- The Black stone incident
- Heraclius, the Byzantine emperor, and Abu Sufiyan
- Abu Jahl and AlWaleed bin Almugeera
Mention five names of the names of يوم القيامة
يوم الطامة، الحاقة، اليوم الآخر، يوم الحسرة، الجاثية ، يوم الآزفة ، القارعة ، يوم التلاق، اليوم المشهود، يوم الجمع
How can you build a home in Jannah?
" مَنْ صَلَّى فِي يَوْمٍ وَلَيْلَةٍ اثْنَتَيْ عَشْرَةَ رَكْعَةً بُنِيَ لَهُ بَيْتٌ فِي الْجَنَّةِ: أَرْبَعًا قَبْلَ الظُّهْرِ وَرَكْعَتَيْنِ بَعْدَهَا وَرَكْعَتَيْنِ بَعْدَ الْمغرب وَرَكْعَتَيْنِ بعد الْعشَاء وَرَكْعَتَيْنِ قبل صَلَاة الْفَجْرِ "
What is the religious definition of Aqeedah ?
Aqeedah means creed. It refers to those matters which are believed in with absolute certainty in one’s heart. They are not tainted with any doubt.
Provide a Hadith that describes how to get closer to Allah ?
ما تَقَرَّبَ إلَيَّ عَبْدِي بشَيءٍ أحَبَّ إلَيَّ ممَّا افْتَرَضْتُ عليه ، وما يَزالُ عَبْدِي يَتَقَرَّبُ إلَيَّ بالنَّوافِلِ حتَّى أُحِبَّهُ، فإذا أحْبَبْتُهُ، كُنْتُ سَمْعَهُ الَّذي يَسْمَعُ به، وبَصَرَهُ الَّذي يُبْصِرُ به، ويَدَهُ الَّتي يَبْطِشُ بها، ورِجْلَهُ الَّتي يَمْشِي بها، وإنْ سَأَلَنِي لَأُعْطِيَنَّهُ، ولَئِنِ اسْتَعاذَنِي لَأُعِيذَنَّهُ.. "
Name some fulfilled prophecies made by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
The conquest of Mecca, Jerusalem
The spread of Islam to distant lands.
The martyrdom of some companions
Mention five of the minor signs of the Last day?
- Widespread corruption, dishonesty, and lack of trust will become common.
- People will compete in building tall structures
- Widespread ignorance of religion and diminishing knowledge.
- Disrespect toward parents and breaking ties of kinship.
- The spread of interest and forbidden transactions.
What are the seven names of Jahannam?
جهنم - الجحيم - النار - الحطمة - سقر - الهاوية - السعير
Does knowing the facts and memorizing the texts enable you to have right Aqeedah?
A Muslim's Aqeedah is not merely a text to be memorized, it is a dynamic and holistic approach to life. Aqeedah goes beyond theoretical knowledge or intellectual debate to influence every aspect of a believer's life, integrating faith with action and character
What are he fruits of belief in the Angels on the Life of a believer?
- Being aware of Allah’s power, greatness, and authority.
- Constant monitoring of the deeds performed, because the believer knows that the appointed angels are observing and recording his actions
What are some miracles performed by prophet Muhammmad PBUH ?
The Isra and Mi’raj
The splitting of the moon
The multiplication of food and water
The poisoned goat
What is المقام المحمود ?
It is the unique exclusive position granted only to Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) on the Day of Judgment, where he is blessed with the privilege of interceding (الشفاعة ) on behalf of humanity, asking Allah to begin the reckoning and to forgive the believers.
What is the most amazing blessing of all in Jannah?
The most amazing and unparalleled blessing of all in Jannah is the ultimate gift of being able to see Allah (SWT). This blessing surpasses all the physical pleasures, unimaginable beauty, and endless delights of Jannah. ( لِّلَّذِينَ أَحْسَنُوا الْحُسْنَىٰ وَزِيَادَةٌ ۖ )
In 3 points, explain how Does Islamic Aqeedah Distinguish Itself from other creeds?
- It is moderate
- Its suitable for all times, people, and places.
- It connects a person to His creator without intermediary
What is " Oneness of Lordship" ( توحيد الربوبية) ?
It is the belief in the absolute oneness of Allah in His actions, (creation, provision, control, and governance of the universe). Only Allah is the Lord, Sustainer, and Controller of all that exists, with no partner or equal in these roles.
How can you define the 'Quran" ?
القرآن الكريم هو: اللفظ العربي المعجز، الموحى به من الله تعالى إلى محمد صلّى الله عليه وسلّم ، بواسطة جبريل عليه السلام، وهو المنقول بالتواتر، المكتوب في المصحف، المتعبد بتلاوته، المبدوء بسورة الفاتحة والمختوم بسورة الناس
What are the stages of the Last day? (10)
الموت ، فتنة القبر، الصور، البعث، الحشر، الحوض ، الحساب ، الكتاب ، الميزان ، الصراط ، الجنة ، النار
Describe the relation between parents and their kids in Jannah
وَالَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَاتَّبَعَتْهُمْ ذُرِّيَّتُهُم بِإِيمَانٍ أَلْحَقْنَا بِهِمْ ذُرِّيَّتَهُمْ وَمَا أَلَتْنَاهُم مِّنْ عَمَلِهِم مِّن شَيْءٍ ۚ كُلُّ امْرِئٍ بِمَا كَسَبَ رَهِينٌ (52:21)
إن الله ليرفع الدرجة للعبد الصالح في الجنة فيقول : يا رب ، أنى لي هذه ؟ فيقول : باستغفار ولدك لك "
Mention two ways that strengthen the belief in Allah’s existence and Oneness in a Muslim’s heart
1-Deep reflection on the divine signs in the universe.
2-Deep reflection on the Quran and Sunna
What is "Oneness of Worship" ( توحيد الألوهية) ?
It is the belief that only Allah is worthy of worship and devotion. This aspect of monotheism emphasizes that all acts of worship, such as prayer, supplication, and sacrifice, should be directed only to Allah, without associating any partners with Him.
What are the rights of Quran on believers ?
1- To Believe in it
2- To Recite it
3- To Understand it
4- To Practice it
5- To Share it with others
Who are the seven types of people who will be safe on the Last day?
سبعة يظلهم الله في ظله يوم لا ظل إلا ظله: إمام عادل، وشاب نشأ في عبادة الله عز وجل، ورجل قلبه معلق بالمساجد. ورجلان تحابا في الله اجتمعا عليه ، وتفرقا عليه، ورجل دعته امرأة ذات حسن وجمال، فقال: إني أخاف الله، ورجل تصدق بصدقة، فأخفاها حتى لا تعلم شماله ما تنفق يمينه، ورجل ذكر الله خاليًا ففاضت عيناه
How can the believers get the honor of accompanying Prophet PBUH in Jannah ?
" قَالَ لِي اَلنَّبِيُّ - صلى الله عليه وسلم - سَلْ . فَقُلْتُ : أَسْأَلُكَ مُرَافَقَتَكَ فِي اَلْجَنَّةِ . فَقَالَ : أَوَغَيْرَ ذَلِكَ ؟ قُلْتُ : هُوَ ذَاكَ , قَالَ : " فَأَعِنِّي عَلَى نَفْسِكَ بِكَثْرَةِ اَلسُّجُودِ "
(إن من أحبِّكم إليَّ، وأقربِكم مني مجلسًا يوم القيامة، أحاسنَكم أخلاقًا)
( إن أولى الناس بي يوم القيامة أكثرهم عليَّ صلاة )
( أنا وكافل اليتيم في الجنة هكذا ، وأشار بالسبابة والوسطى وفرج بينهما شيئاً )