Birth & Early Life
In which land was Mūsā born?
In Egypt, during the reign of Pharaoh.
What major event caused Mūsā to flee Egypt?
He unintentionally killed an Egyptian man.
Where did Allah speak to Mūsā for the first time?
At Mount Ṭūr (Sinai).
What was the first sign?
The staff turning into a serpent.
Where did Banī Isrā’īl travel after crossing the sea?
Toward Mount Sinai.
Why were newborn boys being killed at the time of Mūsā’s birth?
Pharaoh feared a prophecy that a boy from Banī Isrā’īl would end his kingdom.
Why did Mūsā strike the Egyptian?
He was defending a man from Banī Isrā’īl.
What did Mūsā see before receiving revelation?
A fire/light on the mountain.
What was the second sign?
The glowing hand.
What did some of them request upon seeing idol worshippers?
“Make for us a god like they have.”
Who inspired the mother of Mūsā to place him in the river?
Allah inspired her directly (وَأَوْحَيْنَا إِلَىٰ أُمِّ مُوسَىٰ).
Did Mūsā intend to kill the man?
No, it was accidental.
What was the first command Allah gave Mūsā
To remove his sandals.
What was the plague of blood?
The Nile turned to blood.
What miracle did Mūsā perform for water?
A: He struck a rock and 12 springs flowed.
In what object was baby Mūsā placed before being put in the Nile?
A small wooden basket/box.
What did Mūsā do after realizing the gravity of the incident?
He repented to Allah.
What was the first message Allah revealed to Mūsā?
“Indeed, I am Allah; there is no deity except Me.”
What was the purpose of the signs?
To humble Pharaoh and prove Allah’s power.
Why 12 springs?
One for each tribe.
Who found baby Mūsā in the river?
The family of Pharaoh
Who warned Mūsā that Pharaoh planned to kill him?
A believing man from Pharaoh’s family.
What miracle was given to Mūsā involving his staff?
It turned into a serpent.
Did the signs soften Pharaoh’s heart?
No, he grew more arrogant.
What did they request instead?
Vegetables, garlic, onions, and lentils.