Basic Islamic Knowledge
What is the first pillar of Islam?
Shahada (Declaration of Faith)
This country is home to the city of Fez, one of the world’s oldest universities.
Morocco
What river runs through Egypt?
The Nile
Who was the first caliph after Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)
Abu Bakr (RA)
The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?
What are footsteps?
In which month/time was the Qur’an revealed?
Ramadan
What type of pastry is used in baklava?
Phyllo dough
Which U.S. state is known as the “Sunshine State”?
Florida
What is the name of the treaty the Prophet signed with the Quraysh in 628 CE?
Treaty of Hudaybiyyah
I was swallowed by a whale, yet I lived to pray — who am I?
Who is Prophet Yunus (AS)?
What is Zakat? What is the percent?
Obligatory charity given to those in need. 2%
This spice blend, common in South Asian cooking, translates to “a mixture.”
Masala
What is the smallest country in the world by area?
Vatican City
What was the name of the Prophet’s beloved uncle who defended him but didn’t accept Islam?
Abu Talib
What comes once in a minute, twice in a moment, but never in a thousand years?
The letter M
Which Prophet(s) built the Kaaba?
Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his son Ismail (AS)
Which country has the largest Muslim population?
Indonesia
What country has more pyramids than Egypt?
Sudan
What Surah is considered the “Heart of the Qur’an”?
What is Surah Yasin?
What kind of coat is best put on wet?
A coat of paint
What is the first month of the Islamic calendar
Muharram
The Blue Mosque is located in this historic city.
Istanbul
Which sea separates Saudi Arabia from Africa?
The Red Sea
What was the name of the Prophet’s night journey to the heavens?
What is Al-Isra wal-Mi’raj
I’m as light as a feather, yet the strongest person can’t hold me for long
Breath