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How much do you know about Islam? This category is for trivia questions and answers related to Islam (Religion). Each one is filled with fun facts and interesting information. There are 135 questions in this immediate directory. Last updated Nov 21 2024.
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51 The first of the five daily prayers is called Fajr. This prayer is performed:
Answer: From the break of dawn until the sun begins to rise

The proof for this can be found in the following authentic Hadith (Tradition):
"The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: The time for Subh (Fajr) prayer lasts from the beginning of the pre-dawn so long as the sun has not yet started to rise. When the sun starts to rise then stop praying, for it rises between the two horns of the Shaytaan (Satan)." (Narrated by Muslim, 612)
    Your options: [ As the sun rises ] [ At the break of dawn ] [ Anywhere between 6:00 AM and noon ] [ From the break of dawn until the sun begins to rise ]
  From Quiz: What I know about Islam and the last Prophet
52 The people will not be able to move on the day of judgement until they answer ... question(s) about how many matter(s)?
Answer: 5

These matters are: what they did in their youth, where they got money, how they spent the money, how they spent their life, and how much they used their knowledge.
  From Quiz: Islam: Day of Judgement
53 In which month is fasting practiced by Muslims all over the world?
Answer: Ramadan

This is the ninth month of Islamic Calendar. It is the month in which the Holy Qur'an was revealed. The fast is the third pillar of Islam. Allah (SWT) said "This is my month" whose beginning is 'mercy', middle is 'forgiveness' and end is 'freedom from fire'. The act of fasting redirects the heart towards Allah, fills it with fear of Allah. Hence, it keeps a person away from worldly desires. It gives the lessons of sympathy and sacrifice for those who are poor and not have proper livelihood. It is also the source of inspiration for self-discipline, generosity and charity. Every day during the Ramadan, Muslims get up before the dawn to eat their meal. They break their fast when sun sets.
    Your options: [ Jumada ul-Awwal ] [ Muharrum ] [ Safar ] [ Ramadan ]
  From Quiz: Islamic Calendar
54 Soon after Gog and Magog are gone, the Beast will emerge. The Beast will be so big and hairy you won't know where its face is. When the Beast emerges from the Earth it will have two items with it. What are those items?
Answer: The Rod of Moses and The Ring of Solomon

The Beast will emerge at the end of time, in desert area in Mecca. It is said to have the Rod of Moses and The Ring of Solomon. With the Rod of Moses the beast will break off every unbeliever's nose and turn their color to darkness, and with the ring of Solomon the Beast will put light into the believers faces. Its objective here on Earth is to separate the believers from the unbelievers. Source: inter-islam.org
  From Quiz: Day of Judgement
55 What is the last month in Islam?
Answer: Dhul-Hijja

The months are as follows: Muharram, Safar, Rabia Awal, the month in the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born, Rabia Thani, Jumaada Awal, Jumaada Thani, Rajab, Sha'ban, Ramadan, the most sacred month in which the Qur'an was revealed and Muslims fast during daylight hours, Shawwal, Dhul-Qidah, and Dhul-Hijja, the month in which the Hajj, the sacred pilgrimage to Mecca can be performed.
  From Quiz: Legendary "Lasts" In Islam
56 Who was the first caliph (as recognised by Sunnis)?
Answer: Abu Bakr

Abu Bakr, the closest friend of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and was one of the first converts to Islam. Abu Bakr had the honor to accompany the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on the Hijra, or the journey to Medina. A little while before his death, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) asked Abu Bakr to lead the prayer, and this was interpretated that Abu Bakr had been chosen as his successor. During his reign as Caliph, Abu Bakr spread Islam, compiled the surahs in the order they are today, and carefully recorded the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) sayings.

Shia Islam recognises Ali ibn Abi Talib, considered the third caliph by Sunnis, as the first caliph.
  From Quiz: Famous "Firsts" in Islam
57 What is the belief in the "oneness of God" termed?
Answer: Tawheed

Literally, the word tawheed means unification (to make something one). However, the Islamic definition, it is in reference to God being singled out alone, in all that is particular to Him. The opposite of 'Tawheed' is 'Shirk' which is to associate partners with God by giving that which belongs to Him, to others. 'Tafsir' is the proper pronunciation of the Qur'an in Arabic, and 'Aqeeda' is Islamic creed.
  From Quiz: Tuffluck's Islam
58 What is the second part of the Declaration of Faith?
Answer: Muhammadu rasu lu-lla hi (Muhammad is a messenger of God)

A'uzu billahi minashaitanir rajim (I seek refuge in God from Satan the Damned)is what some Muslims say before they begin a task, like reading from the Quran, and is also mentioned in prayer. Bismi-llaŻhi ar-ra?maŻni ar-ra?iŻmi (In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful) is written before every sura (chapter) of the Quran (except for the ninth sura but that's another story for another time). Muhammadu rasuŻlu-llaŻhi (Muhammad is a messenger of God) is the second phrase of the shahada, so put together it goes like this: laŻ ilaŻhaŻ illaŻ-llaŻhu; muhammadu rasuŻlu-llaŻhi (There is no god but God, and Muhammad is a messenger of God)
  From Quiz: Declaration of Faith
59 Who was the first person to deliver the call to prayer to the people?
Answer: Bilal ibn Ribah

Bilal was an Ethiopian slave who was freed by Abu Bakr. Some say that he was the 7th person to convert to Islam. After hearing of the dream Zaid had, Muhammad (pbuh) requested that Bilal who was known for his great voice to deliver the call, at Muhammad's (pbuh) house/mosque. He was also the first person to deliver the Adhan in Islam's holiest city Mecca.
  From Quiz: Call To Prayer
60 What is Fard Prayer?
Answer: Mandatory

Fard means mandatory, Sunnah is optional but highly recommended, and Nafil is extra and prayed during special circumstances. Fard prayers are the five daily prayers that you must pray. Sunnah prayers are usually prayed before and after the daily prayers. Nafil is for special events and circumstances.
  From Quiz: Muslim Prayers
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