Tarbiya
What does the word Tarbiya mean in Arabic
It means "nurturing," "growth," or "education."
What does the word Ibadah mean?
Worship or servitude to Allah
What does the term Adab mean?
Islamic etiquette or good manners.
What is the Islamic term for striving to improve oneself and stay on the right path?
Jihad an-nafs or striving against the self.
What does Ihsan mean?
Excellence or perfection in worship and character
Name one role model from Islamic history that we talked about.
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, Aisha bint Abu Bakr, Fatimah bint Muhammad, etc.
According to the Quran, what are two ways we can show good manners toward our parents?
Speaking kindly to them and praying for them, e.g., "My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up [when I was] small." [Surah Al-Isra: 24]
Name one way the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) encouraged Muslims to show good Akhlaq (character).
Smile at others, speak kindly, or forgive others
Name one way a Muslim can maintain their identity in a non-Muslim society.
Praying regularly, wearing Islamic attire, etc.
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, Ihsan is to worship Allah as if you can see Him. What is the rest of the hadith?
"For even if you cannot see Him, He sees you."
Name two qualities that a good role model should have according to Islamic teachings.
Piety, kindness, patience, humility, honesty, etc.
Name one act of worship that involves both physical action and spiritual connection to Allah.
Salah, fasting, Hajj, or giving Zakah
What did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) say about the best among people?
"The best among you are those who have the best manners and character."
What is the name of the Islamic legal system that governs many aspects of a Muslim’s life, including worship, family matters, and social issues?
Shariah (Islamic Law)
In which Quranic Surah is the concept of Ihsan prominently highlighted?
Surah Ar-Rahman, where Allah’s blessings are listed and the concept of gratitude is emphasized.
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “The best of you is the one who learns the Quran and ______.”
Teaches it to others.
In the Quran, what is the reward for those who obey Allah and treat their parents with kindness?
They will enter Paradise
The Prophet (PBUH) said, "A Muslim is one from whose tongue and hands other Muslims are safe." What does this teach us about adab and akhlaq?
It teaches that good manners include refraining from harmful speech and actions, ensuring peace and safety in the community.
In the Qur’an, which chapter details the creation of humans from a single soul and emphasizes the equality of men and women before Allah?
Surah An-Nisa (4:1)
Give an ayah that has to do with any topics from this semester.
"but do thou good, as Allah has been good to thee" (al-Qasas, 28/77)
“He Who has made everything which He has created most good” (as-Sajda, 32/7)
Name one example of Tarbiya from the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
His patience and guidance in teaching his companions, or his nurturing approach toward children.
Which Surah begins by emphasizing that humans were created solely to worship Allah?
Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:56): "And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me."
What Quranic verse addresses the importance of fairness and justice, even towards enemies, and how does this relate to akhlaq?
Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:8): "Be just; that is nearer to righteousness." This emphasizes that maintaining justice is a key aspect of Islamic morality, regardless of personal feelings.
What does the term ‘Hijab’ represent in the Islamic identity, and how does it reflect a Muslim woman's relationship with modesty?
Hijab refers to the modest dress code, often interpreted as a headscarf, but it represents a broader principle of modesty and privacy in Islam. It reflects a Muslim woman's relationship with self-respect, privacy, and adherence to Islamic teachings on modesty.
Who are the best counselors you have ever had?