Islamic Riddles
I come five times, but I’m not a guest. I structure your day and give your heart rest. You hear my call, you stand in a row. What am I that helps your faith grow?
Salah (the five daily prayers)
Which prophet is mentioned the most in the Qur’an?
Prophet Musa
Who am I?
I was thrown into a fire but came out unharmed.
Prophet Ibrahim
Who was the first person to accept Islam?
Khadijah (for adults) or Ali (for children) (either one)
Who is the best MSA officer?
Iyad
I’m not a phone, but I still have a call. I’m heard from towers, big and small. What am I that starts your day?
Adhan
Which surah is known as “The Sincerity” and is equal to one‑third of the Qur’an in reward?
Surah Al-Ikhlas
Which prophet was known for his beautiful patience, especially after losing his sons?
Prophet Ya’qub (Jacob)
Who was the first caliph after the Prophet ﷺ passed away?
Abu Bakr as‑Siddiq
Who got slapped in the insta reel?
Ammar
In a dark whale’s belly I stayed alone, Three layers of darkness around me were thrown. I called on my Lord with a desperate plea. Which prophet made this du’a from the sea?
Prophet Yunus
“Allahul‑samad…” Finish the next few words.
Lam yalid wa lam yoolad
Which prophet was tested with severe illness, loss of wealth, and loss of family, yet remained patient?
Prophet Ayyub
Which city was conquered in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire?
Constantinople
What is something every khalto/auntie says when they see you?
Wow! You got older! (or bigger, or fatter, or skinnier)
I’m not a mirror, but I show what’s inside. With me your secrets are harder to hide. I’m polished by dhikr, darkened by sin. What am I that changes from what you bring in?
The heart
Which Surah is this from?:
This surah tells the story of two men with gardens — one grateful, one arrogant.
Surah Al-Kahf
Which prophet traveled with Khidr and witnessed three mysterious events?
Prophet Musa
Which city became the center of learning during the Abbasid Golden Age?
Baghdad
What is said after every jummuah prayer?
Please donate on your way out...
I was built without machines or cranes, Raised by two prophets on open plains. A father and son made a heartfelt du’a, While lifting my stones under the sky so blue. Who were the two who built me high?
Prophet Ibrahim and Prophet Ismail building the Ka’bah
“Fa bi ayyi aalaaa’i…” Finish the next few words.
Rabbikumaa tukaththibaan
Which prophet was sent to the people of Thamud and had a miraculous she‑camel as a sign?
Prophet Salih
Which Muslim explorer traveled over 70,000 miles and documented his journeys in “Rihla”?
Ibn Battuta
Where is the best place to pray in the school?
(Not prayer room or a teachers classroom)
H3 in the corner or H2