Overview
Where was this surah revealed?
In Makkah
All Praise and Thanks is for Allah.
Why is Surah Fatiha considered the most important surah in the Quran?
Because it is summary of The Qur'an
How many times does the word "Rabb" appear in Surah Fatiha?
One (1)
Besides Al-Fatiha, what is another common name for this Surah, meaning "The Mother of the Book"?
Hint: translate "The Mother of the Book" to arabic
Umm al-Kitab
How many verses are there?
There are 7 verses
Which attribute of Allah is mentioned in the phrase "Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim"?
His kindness and love.
What are the rewards mentioned for reciting Surah Fatiha?
It is the cure for all sickness.
Name one or more tips to help memorize Surah Fatiha.
1) Learn the meaning
2) Listen to the surah
3) Dived it into parts
3) Write it down
What word is used for the Value of a Mother?
Rahmah!
Surah Fatiha is recited in every rakat/unit of which pillar of Islam?
Salaah
What does "Maliki Yaumiddin" refer to in Surah Fatiha?
The Day of Judgment
How does reciting Surah Fatiha help in developing concentration during prayer?
It is conversation between the person and the creator.
Which surah is the pillar of Salah?
Surah al-Fatiha
How things are there for Ar-Rahman, and what are they?
There are 3 things, they are:
Extreme, Happening right now, and Temporary.
What is the meaning of the word "أَعُوْذُ"?
To Guard or To Protect
What does it mean to say "Iyyaka na'budu wa iyyaka nasta'in" in English?
You alone do we worship, and You alone do we ask for help.
How can Surah Fatiha be a source of guidance for Muslims?
When the Muslims/person starts to practice upon it.
In what chapter (Juz') of the Qur'an can Surah Al-Fatiha be found?
Juz 1
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What is the root word for Deen, and its meaning?
Root word is Dain, and its means Loan or Payment
Surah Fatiha has how many words and how many letters?
25 Words and 113 letters
The verse "Ihdina as-sirat al-mustaqim" translates to what?
Guide us to the straight path.
How does understanding the meaning of Surah Fatiha enhance the spiritual experience during prayer?
We develop more concentration in our prayers.
How many times do we recite the Fatiha in all our Fardh salah everyday?
17 times
The final verse makes a clear distinction between those who have earned Allah's anger and what other group?
Those who are astray.