The people of Ad
What was the people of Ad’s reaction to the Day of Judgement?
They did not believe that it was real, they questioned its existence and validity but did not choose to believe it was a true event that awaited them.
What’s something you can do to help soften your heart? an action
Dhikr & Tasbih- gratitude and remembrance of Allah
Was Prophet Hud (as) related to the people of Ad’s tribe?
Yes
What prophet was the Quran revealed to? And who revealed it to him first directly?
Prophet Muhammad (saw), and Jibreel as
Which uncle of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) did not accept Islam? And has a Surah named after him? Recite it.
Abu Lahab, Surah Masad or Lahab
Describe the people of Ad physically, and what were they proficient in? Be specific!
They were tall as palm trees, very strong and very large. They were proficient in building.
What happens if you leave something for the sake of Allah?
Anything you leave for Allah will be replaced with something better.
If it's for the sake of Allah, something more beneficial will come.
The people 'Ad experienced two stages of punishment. What are they?
1) Their fields experienced drought
2) There storm from thick, heavy clouds lasting seven nights and eight days, destroying the people of 'Ad
What Surah was revealed first? Recite it. And what Surah was revealed last? Recite it.
Surah Al Alaq, Surah An Nasr
What are the six pillars of Iman?
Belief in Allah, Belief in Angels, Belief in the Books of Allah, Belief in the Day of Judgement, and Belief in the Divine Decree
Describe how the people of Ad acted towards Prophet Hud (as) and the true word of Allah.
They were polytheists and disregarded the words of Allah and Hud as. They believe in idols and Allah.
What's one thing you should avoid doing blindly?
- Following societal or familial traditions without question
- not understanding the deen yourself
How many years did the People of 'Ad live in drought (Allah's first punishment for them)?
3 years
How many surahs are named after prophets?
(May peace be upon them)
6, Surah Al Yusuf, Surah Al Ibrahim, Surah Al Nuh, Surah Al Muhammad, Surah Al Yunus, Surah Al Hud.
What Sahaba is mentioned in the Quran?
Zayd ibn Haarith (ra)
How were the people of Ad destroyed?
It started with a drought across the land, and soon the plants started to perish. Next, clouds appeared and a fierce and violent wind swept across the people of Ad, sparing only the true believers.
What should you remind yourself of to prevent getting attached to this dunya?
That everything you have is a blessing from Allah and to practice gratitude regularly to soften your heart and remember your purpose.
This was not mentioned in the speech but... where was prophet Hud (as) buried?
Hadhramaut, Yemen
In the Quran, Allah states that He softened iron for this prophet may peace be upon him, who was it?
Prophet Dawud Surah Saba 34:10
Name at least five non prophets that were mentioned in the Quran with due respect.
Maryam, Luqman, Thulqarnain, Zayd, and Aziz of Egypt.
Why are the people of Ad mentioned so much in the Quran? And bonus—how much?
The people of Ad are mentioned frequently in the Quran because their story serves as a lesson for humanity about the danger of arrogance and disbelief. They were mentioned about 24 times in the Quran.
How did the people of ‘Ad use their unique strengths and skills? What lesson can we learn from them?
They used it to show off and amuse themselves, being prideful instead of being grateful to Allah.
Lesson: Allah gives us all our own Fitrah and strengths, so use them beneficially
How did the people of ‘Ad respond to Prophet Hud’s message regarding their idols?
They argued, “You have not given us any clear proof, and we will never abandon our gods”
He stayed patient and warned them that if Allah decided to destroy them, their idols or towers would not protect them.
Name all of the books/scriptures/scrolls that were revealed to the Prophets.
The Suhuf for prophet Ibrahim (as), The Tawrat for prophet Musa (as), The Zabur for prophet Dawud (as), The Injil for prophet Isa (as), and the Quran for prophet Muhammad (as).
How many prophets did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Meet? And who were they? (During Isra wal Miraaj)
8, Prophet Adam (as), Prophet Yahya (as), Prophet Isa (as), Prophet Yusuf (as), Prophet Idris (as), Prophet Harun (as), Prophet Musa (as), and Prophet Ibrahim (as).