Prophet Salih
Who was the tribe that Prophet Salih was sent to guide?
Thamud
Name Prophet Ibrahim's two sons.
Ishaac and Isma'il (as).
Which miracle involved the fire that was made to burn Prophet Abraham?
The fire being turned cool and safe for Prophet Abraham
What are the sources used to write God's Emissaries?
The Holy Qur'an, the hadith (narrations), and the intellect.
Name the twins that studied at Al-Hadi last year.
Muzammil and Mudassir.
What unique miracle was given to Prophet Salih as a sign for his people?
He was able to make a she-camel emerge from a mountain.
What test did God give to Prophet Abraham that demonstrated his faith?
To sacrifice his son.
What miracle did Prophet Abraham witness when he challenged the king of his time about worship?
The king's inability to create life in a real sense, or to make the sun rise from the West.
Why are human beings superior to angels?
Humans have intellect and desire, whereas angels have intellect but no desire. Thus, if humans conquer their desire, they are superior to angels.
The superiority of mankind to angels.
Where did the people of Thamud live?
In Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
How did God intervene during Ibrahim's test of sacrifice?
He provided a ram to sacrifice instead of Ibrahim's son.
What did Prophet Ibrahim build that symbolizes tawheed (monotheism)?
The Holy Ka'bah.
Where did Prophet Ibrahim migrate to when he left Kutha (modern day Iraq)?
Modern day Palestine/Israel.
What does sujood symbolize generally?
A state of humility and subservience.
What does "Salih" mean?
It means "righteous" or "pious."
What does the experience of Prophet Abraham teach about the nature of sacrifice?
True sacrifice involves putting faith in God above all else
Who was Ibrahim commanded to take the barren desert of Mecca?
His wife Haajar and his son Isma'il.
What is "brand attachment" and why is it problematic?
Excessive attachment to specific brands.
It is problematic for many reasons, including the fact that it can rob people of their intellect.
Explain the main ahkam (fiqh) ruling regarding the turbah of Imam Hussain (as).
You cannot disrespect the turbah of Imam Hussain (as) in any way.
Why were all the people of Thamud punished for the crime of one person (Qudar)?
How did Prophet Ibrahim know that neither the sun, moon, or stars could be his Lord?
Because he saw each of them setting, and he knew that God must always be present.
How was the well of zam-zam discovered?
Explain the standard for what type of music is considered haraam.
If the lyrics are inappropriate, or the music would be suitable for a haraam gathering (such as a club), then that music is considered haraam.
Explain which animals, if any, Muslims are permitted to eat from the sea?
Only fish with scales, and shrimp (the latter of which is considered makruh).