The Importance of Salah
What is the main purpose of Salah?
To connect with Allah and fulfill our purpose of worship.
What did Prophet Yusuf (AS) see in his dream as a child?
The sun, moon, and eleven stars bowing to him.
What does the Quran say about how we should treat our parents?
With kindness and respect.
Which Prophet split the sea by Allah’s command?
Prophet Musa (AS).
What is Duaa?
A supplication or prayer where we ask Allah for help and guidance.
How many times a day do Muslims pray? and name an extra salah we can pray
Five times a day + Tahajud...
Why did Yusuf’s brothers throw him into a well?
They were jealous of their father’s love for him.
What is the Arabic dua for asking mercy for our parents? (the duaa I taught!)
"Rabbi irhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera."
Which Prophet built the Kaaba with his son?
Prophet Ibrahim (AS) with Ismail (AS).
What is one of the best times to make Duaa?
During sujood (prostration) in Salah.
Who received Salah as a gift from Allah during a miraculous journey? Whats the story behind it?
Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) during Al-Isra wal-Mi'raj. 50 salahs--> 5 salahs
What did Yusuf (AS) do while he was in prison?
He helped others by interpreting their dreams.
Which parent is mentioned three times more in importance in a hadith?... say the hadith!
The mother.
Which Prophet was swallowed by a whale?
Prophet Yunus (AS).
Which Prophet made the famous Duaa: "My Lord, expand for me my chest and ease my task for me"?
Prophet Musa (AS)
What is the first question a person will be asked on the Day of Judgment?
Salah
What did Yusuf (AS) do when he met his brothers after becoming a leader?
He forgave them and treated them kindly.
What did Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) say about the one who is good to their parents?
They will enter Jannah.
What miracle was given to Prophet Isa (AS)?
He healed the sick and brought the dead back to life with Allah’s permission.
What did Prophet Yunus (AS) say in his Duaa while inside the belly of the whale?
"La ilaha illa Anta, Subhanaka, inni kuntu minaz-zalimin." (There is no god but You, Glory be to You, I was among the wrongdoers.)
What is Salah often compared to in terms of its benefit for the heart?
Hint: remember the example I mentioned in class in our lesson... and EXPLAIN!
Charging your phone
What is one of the main lessons from Prophet Yusuf’s story?
Patience and trust in Allah lead to great rewards.
What is one way to show gratitude to our parents every day?... examples I mentioned in class
helping them with the house, showing respect...
What miracle did Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) perform related to the moon?
He split the moon in half by Allah’s command.
What did Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) say about making Duaa for others?
When you make Duaa for someone in their absence, the angels say, "Ameen, and for you the same."