Guess the Arabic term
Polish of the heart
What is Dhikr?
Belief in the unseen.
What is the meaning of Iman bil ghayb?
He had worshiped so much and for so long that he was elevated to the rank of the angels.
why was Iblis with the angels when Allah swt commanded them to do sajdah?
Like a canopy
What is the sky referred to?
What is Surah Baqarah considered? (Mekki or Madani)
Hopeless
What is the meaning of Iblees?
They say we are only peace-makers.
What do the hypocrites say when they are told not to spread corruption in the land?
I know what you reveal and what you hide.
What did Allah swt say to the angels after showing them S. Adam AS's superiority?
Houses like graveyards
Example of houses where Surah baqarah is not recited?
12 years
How long did S. Umar RA take to memorize Surah al Baqarah?
Allegorical verses, such as Alif Laam Meem
What is Huruf ul Muqatta’aat?
1. Consciousness 2. Reflection on the words 3. Glorification and fear of Allah SWT
What are the 3 components of Salah?
Fire is better than earth
What was Iblis’s excuse for not prostrating?
refers to spiritual diseases that corrupt the heart and stops it from accepting guidance.
What does it mean when Quran says in their hearts is a disease?
These verses often start with "و إذ "
How do the verses start that remind bani Israel of Allah's blessings upon them and their repeated sins?
Walking through a thorny path by pulling your clothes up and out of the way.
What was the definition of Taqwa according to Umar (ra)?
They believe in the unseen, establish prayer, and donate from what Allah has provided them, believe in what is revealed to Prophet SAW and to Prophets before him, and have sure faith in Akhirah
What are the 5 characteristics of Muttaqoon in Surah al Baqarah?
1. Adam AS was worthy of being the khalifa.
2. Angels are responsible for obeying Allah's commands and caring for human affairs, so they needed to understand Bani Adam's potential superiority.
What are 2 hikmahs/reasons behind Allah SWT command to the angels to do sadjah to Adam AS?
Someone kindles a fire, and when it lights up the surroundings, Allah takes away the sight of these people, leaving them unable to see.
What example is used in Baqarah for people at the time of the Prophet sws, who knew him and heard the message but still refused to believe?
nonchronological
Is Quran revealed in chronoligical order or are the verses non-sequential/ nonchronological?
To guide with gentleness
What is Hidaayah?
It is the same whether you warn them or not - they will never believe.
What is a characteristic of those who persist in disbelief?
What are these characteristics comparing? 1. forgetfulness vs with knowledge. 2. remorse vs stubbornness. 3. asking for forgiveness vs justifying 4. turning to Allah swt vs becoming hopeless
they accepted guidance at times and followed it. but when they were obligated to do hard things they would refuse to listen and turn back to their old ways.
Who are the people described by this analogy? of those caught in a rainstorm from the sky with darkness, thunder, and lightning. They press their fingers into their ears..
First four, V 255-257, last three verses
Which verses in Baqarah are recited for protection?