Imamat
Which Abbasid Caliph ordered the imprisonment of Imam Musa al-Kazim (AS), (50 extra points for how many years was he held captive)
Harun al-Rashid, the Abbasid Caliph, was responsible for imprisoning Imam Musa al-Kazim (AS). Imam (AS) spent approximately 14 years of his 55-year life in imprisonment.
Which Prophet is known for his miraculous ability to speak while still an infant, defending his mother's honor?
Prophet Isa (a.s)
What does the title (Laqab) "The Awaited One" of Imam Mahdi (a.s.) signify?
"Al-Muntazar" (المُنتَظَر)
What are the five types of pure waters? (Name at least 3)
1. Kur: It is that quantity of water whose container has length, breadth and depth of three and a half span each.
2. Rain Water: Whether less or more, it is regarded pure.
3. Spring Water: That water which gushes forth from the earth.
4. Qaleel Water: That water which is less than Kur eg: A glass of water or bucket of water.
5. Flowing Water: Like River water
What is the longest Surah (Chapter) in the Qur'an?
Surah Al-Baqarah (chapter-2).
What is a recommended dua to recite for the well-being and reappearance of Imam-e-Zamana (a.t.f.s.)?
Dua e Faraj
Which historical period, marked by the decline of one dynasty and the rise of another, provided Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) with a relatively free environment for scholarly activities?
Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) experienced a relatively free environment for scholarly activities during the historical transition from the declining Umayyad rule to the rise of the Abbasid caliphate.
How many sons did Prophet Ibrahim (AS) have, and through which of his sons did the lineage continue until our last Imam (ATFS)?
Prophet Isma'il (AS) and Prophet Ishaq (AS).
The lineage of the Imams continued through the progeny of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w), who is a descendant of Prophet Isma’il (AS).
The hidden life of Imam Mahdi (a.s) during his occultation is often compared to the life of which Prophets? Name any 2
Prophet Musa (a.s.)
Prophet Isa (a.s)
Prophet Idris (a.s)
Prophet Yusuf (a.s)
What are the five things that purifies Najsat? (Name at least 3)
1. Water
2. Earth
3. Sun
4. Istehala: The conversion of a najis thing into another form due to it's chemical reaction is called istehala
5. Islam: A disbeliever when accepts Islam becomes paak.
Definition of Istihala: Istihala is a type of purification that involves a chemical change where a najis (impure) thing transforms into another pure thing.
Examples of Istihala:
* Urine evaporating and becoming steam, then condensing into liquid form.
* A dog's body changing into earth.
* A pig's body changing into salt.
* Feces turning into ashes by fire.
* Impure water evaporating.
* Impure wood burning and becoming ashes, which are considered pure (tahir).
Which chapter in the Quran is named after an insect?
Surah An-Nahl, Chapter 16, is named after the bee.
When is Dua Seher recommended to be recited? (Recite for extra 50 points)
Dua Seher is also known as Dua Baha. It is recommended to be recited at the time of Dawn (Suhoor).
YAA MAFZA-E'E I'NDA KURBATEE
WA YAA GHAWTHEE I'NDA SHIDDATEE
ILAYKA FAZIA TU WA BIKASTAGHATH-TU
WA BIKA LUD'TU LAA ALOOD'U BI-SIWAAKA
WA LAA AT'LUBUL FARAJA ILLAA MINKA FA-AGHITHNEE
WA FARRIJ A'NNEE YAA MAN YAQBALULYASEER
WA YAA-FOO A'NIL KATHEER IQBAL MINNIL YASEERA
WAA'-FU A'NNIL KATHEER
INNAKA ANTAL GHAFOORUR RAH'EEM
ALLAAHUMMA INNEE AS-ALUKA EEMAANAN
TUBAASHIRU BIHEE QALBEE
WA YAQEENAN H'ATTAA AA'-LAMA
ANNAHU LAN YUS'EEBANEE ILLAA MAA KATABTA LEE
WA RAZ'Z'INEE MINAL A'YSHI BIMAA QASAMTA LEE
YAA ARH'AMAR RAAH'IMEEN
YAA U'DDATEE FEE KURBATEE
WA YAA S'AAH'IBEE FEE SHIDDATEE
WA YAA WALIYYEE FEE NIA'-MATEE
WA YAA GHAAYATEE FEE RAGHBATEE
ANTAS SAATIRU A'WRATEE WAL AAMINU ROO-A'TEE
WAL MUQEELU A'THRATEE FAGHFIRLEE KHAT'EEE-ATEE
YAA ARH'AMAR RAAH'IMEEN
Following the death of Imam Zainul Abideen (AS), a significant division arose within the Shia community. What were the two primary branches that emerged?
The two primary branches that emerged were those that followed:
Name the four Prophets who were given divine books (scriptures) in sequence.
Prophet Musa (AS) – Tawrat (Torah)
Prophet Dawud (AS) – Zabur (Psalms)
Prophet Isa (AS) – Injil (Gospel)
Prophet Muhammad - Quran (Al-Furqan)
What is the meaning of "Istighatha" in the context of Imam Mahdi (a.s.), and when is it recommended to recite Dua Al-Istighatha ?
"Istighatha" (الإستغاثة) means "seeking help" or "calling for assistance."
It is recommended to recite Dua Al-Istighatha, during moments of distress.
What are the 4 Wajib Ghusls?
1. Ghusl-e-Janat
2. Ghusl-e-Mayyet
3. Ghusl-e-Mase Mayyet
4. Nazr (Oath) or Qassam (Pledge)
When was the following verse revealed?
إِنَّما وَلِيُّكُمُ اللَّهُ وَ رَسُولُهُ وَ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا الَّذِينَ يُقِيمُونَ الصَّلاةَ وَ يُؤْتُونَ الزَّكاةَ وَ هُمْ راكِعُونَ
When Imam Ali (AS) gave his ring in ruku
Who was the mujtahid whose birth was due to Dua of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s)
Muhammad bin Ali bin Husain al-Babwayh Qummi, famous as Shaikh Saduq (a.r.)
Imam Ali al-Naqi was forcibly relocated by the Abbasid Caliph al-Mutawakkil to a military garrison town. What was the name of this location, and what was the primary purpose of this relocation?
The location was Samarra.
The primary purpose of the relocation was to keep Imam Ali al-Naqi (AS) under close surveillance and to restrict his contact with his followers, as the Caliph feared his growing influence.
After Prophet Musa (AS) led the Israelites out of Egypt, where does the Qur'an indicate the drowning of Pharaoh and his army took place?
"SEA" (al-bahr), commonly understood by scholars and tradition to be the Red Sea
According to hadiths, Allah will repeat three things for the Qā’im that He had previously done for three prophets. Which prophets are these, and what events are being compared?
According to hadiths:
1. The Qā’im's birth will be like the birth of Prophet Musa (a.s.)
2. His occultation will be like the occultation of Prophet Isa (a.s.)
3. His delay will be like the delay of Prophet Nuh (a.s.)
Additionally, his age is compared to that of Al-Khidr (a.s.) as proof of his long life.
Besides the daily prayers there are 4 other obligatory prayers. What are those?
1. Namaz e Aayaat
2. Namaz e Mayyet
3. The Qaza Namaz of father on eldest son
4. Oath Namaz
What is the name of the 108th Surah in the Quran?
Al-Kawthar
The below sentence is part of which Dua?
اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَفْتَتِحُ ٱلثَّنَاءَ بِحَمْدِكَ
allahumma inni aftatehus sana'a behamdeka
Dua e Iftitah
Name the companion of the Prophet (S) who was initially considered among the Ahlul-Bayt (AS) but later deviated, becoming an object of the Prophet's (S) anger?
Tha'labah Ibn Hatib Ansari
Which significant event, marking the beginning of the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) migration (Hijra), involved hiding in a cave for several days?
The event of hiding in the Cave of Thawr (Ghar-e-Thawr).
"This is the place where the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr spent three days hiding from the Quraysh while they were migrating (Hijra). The Quraysh failed to find the Holy Prophet ﷺ in this cave. A spider had spun a web at the entrance of the cave, and a bird had laid eggs, which convinced the Quraysh that no one was inside the cave."
What event marked the beginning of Imam Mehdi's Ghaybat-e-Sughra (Major Occultation), and in which year did it occur?
Death of Abu Al-Hassan Ali Ibn Muhammad Al-Semri, fourth and final deputy of the Imam.
329 A.H.
What are the occasions when Sajda e Sahv becomes necessary? (Bonus 100 points for practical execution)
1. When one speaks unintentionally during the Namaz.
2. When one Sajda or Tashahhud is missed.
3. When one recites salaam in a place where he is not supposed to do so.
4. When one doubts in a 4 rakaat Namaz, whether one has prayed 4 rakaats or 5 rakaats.
Which is Ayat e Ikmal, Recite the verse
الْيَوْمَ أَكْمَلْتُ لَكُمْ دِينَكُمْ وَأَتْمَمْتُ عَلَيْكُمْ نِعْمَتِي وَرَضِيتُ لَكُمُ الْإِسْلَامَ دِينًا
alyawma akmaltu lakum deenakum wa atmamtu 'alaikum ni'matee wa radeetu lakumul Islaama deenaa
"Today, I have perfected your religion for you, and I have completed My blessing upon you, and I have approved Islam as your religion." — Qur'an 5:3 (Sura Maidah: 3)
Who is the author of Bihar al-Anwar, and how many volumes does this book have?
Allama Muhammad Baqir Majlisi (r.a.).
110 volumes. It covers various aspects of Islamic teachings, including theology, history, ethics, and jurisprudence.
Which Quranic verse was revealed the night Imam Ali (AS) slept in the Holy Prophet's (s.a.w) bed (Recite the verse)
Sura Baqarah (2) verse No. 207
The Cow (2:207)
وَمِنَ ٱلنَّاسِ مَن يَشْرِى نَفْسَهُ ٱبْتِغَآءَ مَرْضَاتِ ٱللَّهِ ۗ وَٱللَّهُ رَءُوفٌۢ بِٱلْعِبَادِ
Wa minan naasi mai yashree nafsahub tighaaa'a mardaatil laah; wallaahu ra'oofum bil'ibaad
"And from the people there is one who sells his self, seeking the Pleasure of Allah"
What is Hadith al-Manzila (Tradition of the Position), and briefly explain its significance. Jackpot (For reciting the Hadith in any language)
It is attributed to the Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) concerning the status and relationship of Imam Ali (AS).
The Prophet (s.a.w.) said to Ali (a.s.):
إنما أنت مني بمنزلة هارون من موسى إلا أنه لا نبي بعدي
"Innama anta minni bimanzeelati Haroona min Moosa illa annahu la nabiyya ba'di."
"You are to me as Harun (Aaron) was to Musa (Moses), except that there is no prophet after me."
What specific Quranic verse did Imam Mehdi (ATFS) recite immediately after his birth? (Recite the verse)
Sura Qasas (28:5)
وَنُرِيدُ أَن نَّمُنَّ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ ٱسْتُضْعِفُوا۟ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ وَنَجْعَلَهُمْ أَئِمَّةًۭ وَنَجْعَلَهُمُ ٱلْوَٰرِثِينَ
"Wa nureedu an namunna 'alal lazeenas tud'ifoo fil ardi wa naj'alahum a'immatanw wa naj'alahumul waariseen"
"And we desired to bestow a favor upon those who were deemed weak in the land, and to make them the Imams, and to make them the heirs"
What are the meanings for the following?
1. Wajib and Ehtiyat e Wajib
2. Mustahab
3. Makrooh
4. Mubah
1. Wajib: The performance of which is necessary like Namaz, Roza, Hajj etc.
2. Mustahab: The performance of which is recommended but not necessary like optional prayers, recitation of Quran etc.
3. Makrooh: Such actions the avoiding of which is better like passing urine while standing, praying Namaz in front of a picture
4. Mubah: An action whose performance or non performance is same of religion like eating and drinking etc.
Which Surah and Verse from the Holy Qur'an is known as Ayat e Tathir? Jackpot (For reciting the verse)
Surah Al-Ahzab
This verse (33:33) from the Quran is understood to mean that Allah intends to keep the uncleanness away from the People of the Household (Ahl al-Bayt) and purify them with a thorough purification. It signifies the purification and protection of the Ahl al-Bayt from any kind of evil or impurity.
إِنَّمَا يُرِيدُ اللَّهُ لِيُذْهِبَ عَنكُمُ الرِّجْسَ أَهْلَ الْبَيْتِ وَيُطَهِّرَكُمْ تَطْهِيرًا
"innamaa yureedul laahu liyuzhiba 'ankumur rijsa Ahlal Bayti wa yutahhirakum tatheeraa"
Who is the compiler of 'Nahj al-Balagha', and what is the primary content of this book? (Jackpot)
Sharif ar-Radi Muhammad ibn al-Husayn (Sayyid Radi)
Primary content of the book is a collection of sermons, letters, and sayings attributed to Imam Ali (AS)