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When were the verses regarding demons and sinful liars revealed?
When were the verses regarding demons and sinful liars revealed?
What were the three principles of the Prophet’s teachings that were unacceptable for pagans?
What were the three principles of the Prophet’s teachings that were unacceptable for pagans?
What was the concept of resurrection before Islam among the pagans?
What was the concept of resurrection before Islam among the pagans?
Is it true that the Qur'an appeals to a natural sense of justice regarding resurrection?
Is it true that the Qur'an appeals to a natural sense of justice regarding resurrection?
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When was the Ayah regarding Allah's creation revealed?
When was the Ayah regarding Allah's creation revealed?
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Did the Quraish reject the idea that mortals could be inspired by Allah?
Did the Quraish reject the idea that mortals could be inspired by Allah?
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Did disbelievers reject Prophet Muhammad PBUH due to his human nature?
Did disbelievers reject Prophet Muhammad PBUH due to his human nature?
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Why did Allah SWT not send an angel as a messenger?
Why did Allah SWT not send an angel as a messenger?
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Which companion is referred to as Assadullah, meaning 'lion of Allah'?
Which companion is referred to as Assadullah, meaning 'lion of Allah'?
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Who stopped Omar bin Khattab ra when he was on his way to kill the Prophet PBUH?
Who stopped Omar bin Khattab ra when he was on his way to kill the Prophet PBUH?
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What did Omar bin Khattab ra do after hearing that his sister and brother-in-law had accepted Islam?
What did Omar bin Khattab ra do after hearing that his sister and brother-in-law had accepted Islam?
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What did Umar ra do when told by his sister Fatima ra that he was unclean and needed to wash before touching the Qur'an?
What did Umar ra do when told by his sister Fatima ra that he was unclean and needed to wash before touching the Qur'an?
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Which two individuals did the Prophet PBUH express a desire for Allah to strengthen Islam with, upon their acceptance of Islam?
Which two individuals did the Prophet PBUH express a desire for Allah to strengthen Islam with, upon their acceptance of Islam?
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Where was the Prophet PBUH when Omar ra came to accept Islam?
Where was the Prophet PBUH when Omar ra came to accept Islam?
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What was the reaction of Omar bin Khattab ra after accepting Islam?
What was the reaction of Omar bin Khattab ra after accepting Islam?
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How did Omar’s ra acceptance of Islam strengthen the Muslim community?
How did Omar’s ra acceptance of Islam strengthen the Muslim community?
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What was the reason for the ending of the boycott against Banu Hashim and Banu Al Muttalib?
What was the reason for the ending of the boycott against Banu Hashim and Banu Al Muttalib?
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How old was Abu Talib at the time of his death?
How old was Abu Talib at the time of his death?
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What significant events occurred during the Year of Sorrow?
What significant events occurred during the Year of Sorrow?
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Which statement accurately reflects the response of the Makkan pagans after the demise of Abu Talib and Khadija?
Which statement accurately reflects the response of the Makkan pagans after the demise of Abu Talib and Khadija?
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Did Prophet Muhammad PBUH marry Sawdah Bint Zam’a after Khadija's death?
Did Prophet Muhammad PBUH marry Sawdah Bint Zam’a after Khadija's death?
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What was the name of Sawdah's first husband?
What was the name of Sawdah's first husband?
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How did the chiefs of the Thaqif tribe respond to the Prophet's message in Ta'if?
How did the chiefs of the Thaqif tribe respond to the Prophet's message in Ta'if?
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Who were the two brothers from whom the Prophet sought refuge during the attack in Ta'if?
Who were the two brothers from whom the Prophet sought refuge during the attack in Ta'if?
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What event occurred at Nakhla that was revealed in Suratul Ahqaf and Suratul Jinn?
What event occurred at Nakhla that was revealed in Suratul Ahqaf and Suratul Jinn?
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Which valley was associated with the angel of the mountain who offered to crush the people of Ta’if?
Which valley was associated with the angel of the mountain who offered to crush the people of Ta’if?
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What sign did Prophet PBUH show to the pagans when they demanded a miracle?
What sign did Prophet PBUH show to the pagans when they demanded a miracle?
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What does 'Israa wal Miraj' refer to?
What does 'Israa wal Miraj' refer to?
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In which Surah is the story of the night journey mentioned?
In which Surah is the story of the night journey mentioned?
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What did Jibril offer Prophet PBUH during his prayer in Jerusalem?
What did Jibril offer Prophet PBUH during his prayer in Jerusalem?
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Where did Prophet PBUH meet Prophet Ibrahim AS during his ascension to the heavens?
Where did Prophet PBUH meet Prophet Ibrahim AS during his ascension to the heavens?
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Who provided protection to Prophet PBUH upon his return to Makkah after the Ta’if incident?
Who provided protection to Prophet PBUH upon his return to Makkah after the Ta’if incident?
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Who followed Prophet PBUH and Abu Bakr during their migration to Madina, and what was his motivation?
Who followed Prophet PBUH and Abu Bakr during their migration to Madina, and what was his motivation?
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Where did Prophet PBUH stay for four days upon arriving in Quba?
Where did Prophet PBUH stay for four days upon arriving in Quba?
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What event did Prophet PBUH conduct at the settlement of Banu Salim Bin Awf during the journey to Madina?
What event did Prophet PBUH conduct at the settlement of Banu Salim Bin Awf during the journey to Madina?
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What type of mosque was established at the location where the Prophet's camel stopped in Madina?
What type of mosque was established at the location where the Prophet's camel stopped in Madina?
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How did Suhayb deal with Quraish when they stopped him from migrating?
How did Suhayb deal with Quraish when they stopped him from migrating?
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What was a significant challenge faced by Muslims in Madina after leaving Makkah?
What was a significant challenge faced by Muslims in Madina after leaving Makkah?
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Who was involved in building Masjid al-Nabwi?
Who was involved in building Masjid al-Nabwi?
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How many apartments were built next to Masjid Al Nabwi for the wives of Prophet PBUH?
How many apartments were built next to Masjid Al Nabwi for the wives of Prophet PBUH?
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Study Notes
Demons and Sinful Liars
- In Surah ash-Shu'ara (26) verses 221 and 222, Allah states that demons descend upon sinful liars.
Questions About the Qur’an
- Pagans questioned the Prophet's ability to receive revelation, claiming that demons taught him the Qur’an.
Principles of Prophet Muhammad's Teachings
- Tawheed (belief in the oneness of Allah), the Prophet as the last messenger, and life after death were unacceptable to the pagan Arabs.
The Concept of Resurrection
- Pagans believed in multiple births after death, or that nothing would happen after death.
- The Qur’an argues that resurrection is a natural component of the life cycle and a part of divine justice.
Allah’s Timeless Power
- Surah Qaf (50) verse 15 states that Allah is not tired of creation.
- Pagans doubted the possibility of resurrection, claiming Allah was weary from creating the world.
Prophet Muhammad as a Mortal Messenger
- The Quraish rejected the idea that a mortal could be inspired by Allah.
- Disbelievers questioned how a man like Muhammad could be a prophet.
The Angels as Messengers
- Allah chose to send a human messenger as a form of mercy, as mortals could relate to another human.
- Angels were unable to fulfill the role of a messenger in this instance.
Abu Bakr’s Love for the Qur’an
- Abu Bakr would weep during recitation of the Qur’an.
Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib
- He was known as Assadullah (the Lion of Allah).
Omar bin Khattab’s Acceptance of Islam
- Nu’aym bin Abdullah prevented Omar from killing the Prophet.
- Omar was enraged after discovering his sister and brother-in-law had converted to Islam, but Nu’aym explained they were studying the Qur'an.
- His mother and sister told him he was unclean and could not touch the Qur'an without washing himself.
- Omar went to the Ka’bah and announced his new faith.
- His acceptance of Islam empowered other Muslims to openly practice their faith.
The Boycott
- The Quraish boycotted Banu Hashim and Banu Al-Muttalib for three years, forbidding any interaction with them.
- Five honorable men, including Hisham bin Amr, broke the pact and helped their kin.
The Year of Sorrow
- The Year of Sorrow occurred in the 10th year of prophethood, marked by the deaths of Khadija and Abu Talib.
Prophet Muhammad’s Marriage
- The Prophet married Sawdah bint Zam’a after the death of Khadija.
- Sawdah and her first husband, Sakran bin Amr, migrated to Abyssinia.
- The Prophet married Aisha a year later in Makkah.
The Journey to Ta’if
- The Prophet travelled to Ta’if with Zaid bin Haritha to spread Islam.
- The Prophet travelled to Ta’if on foot.
- The chiefs of the Thaqif tribe rejected Islam.
- The inhabitants of Ta’if attacked the Prophet with stones.
- The Prophet sought refuge in the orchard of Utbah and Sheba bin Rabi’ah.
- Utbah and Sheba showed hospitality but refused to accept the Prophet's message about Islam.
- The Angel of the Mountain offered to crush the people of Ta’if between two hills, but the Prophet declined.
The Jinn's Conversion
- While returning from Ta’if, the Prophet rested in the valley of Nakhlat.
- A group of Jinn listened to the Prophet's recitation of the Qur'an and converted to Islam.
The Pagans’ Demand for a Sign
- Pagans asked the Prophet to show them a miracle proving his prophethood.
- God told the Prophet that even if a miracle was shown, the pagans would still not believe.
- The Prophet’s miracle was the splitting of the moon in half.
The Night Journey (Israa wal Miraj)
- The Prophet traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem and then ascended to heaven in a single night.
- The Prophet led all the previous prophets in prayer in Jerusalem.
- The Prophet was offered two things in Jerusalem – milk and wine. He chose to drink milk.
- The Prophet encountered a prophet in each heaven and met Prophet Ibrahim in the seventh heaven near the Bait Al Ma’mur (the house of prayer).
The Prophet’s Journey During Hijra (Migration)
- Suraqa bin Malik followed the Prophet and Abu Bakr in the hope of capturing them and delivering them to the Quraish.
- Zubayr bin Awwam gifted the Prophet white clothes.
The Prophet’s Arrival in Quba
- The Prophet stayed at the house of Kuthum Bin Hadam in Quba.
- The Prophet founded the Masjid Al-Quba mosque in Quba.
- The Prophet led the Friday prayers at the settlement of Banu Salim bin Awf.
The Prophet’s Arrival in Medina
- The Prophet stayed at Abu Ayyub Ansari’s house in Medina.
- Masjid Al-Nabawi was built on the site where the camel carrying the Prophet stopped.
The Prophet’s Family’s Journey to Medina
- Ali stayed in Makkah for 3 days to settle the Prophet’s affairs before migrating.
- The Prophet’s family migrated to Medina six months after the Prophet’s arrival in Medina.
- Fatima, Umm Kuthum, Sawdah, Umm Ayman, and Osama bin Zaid migrated to Medina.
- Suhayb, a wealthy man who converted to Islam, gave all his possessions to the Quraish in order to migrate to Medina.
- The Prophet prayed for those who were unable to migrate to Medina, including Waleed bin Waleed, Ayash bin Abi Rabiyah, and Hisham bin Aas.
Difficulties in Medina
- Muslims in Medina had to adapt to a new climate and environment.
- They had left their possessions and means of survival behind.
The Prophet’s Mosque in Medina
- The site for Masjid Al-Nabawi was previously home to a few date palm trees and graves.
- The Prophet worked with the Ansaar and Muhaajiroon to build the Mosque.
- Two apartments were built next to the Mosque: one for Sawdah and one for Ayesha.
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This quiz explores key themes from the Qur'an regarding the nature of demons, the concept of resurrection, and the principles of Prophet Muhammad's teachings. It addresses the challenges posed by pagan beliefs and highlights Allah's power as discussed in the Qur'an. Test your knowledge on these important Islamic themes.
