The Shahada & Blessings
What is the short prayer for sending blessings upon Prophet Muhammad and his family?
Salawat (Allahuma Salli Ala Muhammadin Wa Aali Muhammad).
Which phrase means "Glory be to God"?
Subhanallah.
What title is used to refer to the "Present Living Imam"?
Ya Hazar Imam.
Is the Islamic (Hijri) calendar based on the sun or the moon?
The Moon (Lunar).
What is the common term for "Prayer" or "Namaz"?
Salat.
What does the phrase "Allahu Akbar" mean in English?
Allah is Great
What do we say to express that "All thanks are due to Allah"?
Shukran lillah
Who is the "Amirul Mu'minin" (Commander of the Faithful) after the Prophet?
Hazrat Ali (A.S).
What is the name of the night that marks the start of a new month when the crescent is seen?
Chandraat.
This word means "Gratitude."
Shukr
In the Shahada, who is the Messenger of Allah?
Prophet Muhammad (S.A.S).
This phrase is used when seeking forgiveness: "Astagfirullahi rabbi Wa Atubu Ilayhi." What does it mean?
Verily, I seek forgiveness from Allah, who is my Lord-Sustainer, and I return towards Him in repentance
What is the meaning of the title "Ya Sahebi Zaman"?
O Lord of the Age
Unlike the Gregorian day starting at midnight, when does a Hijri day begin?
At Sunset.
This word refers to the "Esoteric" or spiritual essence of the faith.
Haqiqa
Translate the Ismaili affirmation: "Aliyun Wali Allah."
Ali is the Friend/Authority of Allah.
Name the two attributes of Allah that mean "The Compassionate" and "The Merciful."
Ya Rahman and Ya Rahim
Which title describes Hazrat Ali as the "remover of all difficulties"?
Mushkil Kusha.
Name the first month of the Islamic calendar.
Muharram.
What does the term "Tariqa" mean?
Way or Path.
This term refers to the sayings and deeds of the Prophet and the Imams
Hadith
Translate the attributes "Ya Hayyul Qayyum."
O the Ever-Living, the Eterna
Complete the prayer: "Ya Ali Agisini, Ya Ali ____."
Adirikani (meaning "O Ali, extend to me Thy help").
What is the "Night of Power" called?
Laylat al-Qadr
This term refers to the worship and service offered to God by believers.
Ibadat.