Khadijah and the Hulf al-Fudul Alliance
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What was the primary reason Khadijah bint Khuwaylid proposed marriage to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)?

  • She was attracted to his physical appearance and stature.
  • She was impressed by his wealth and business acumen.
  • She respected his honesty, noble character, and trustworthiness. (correct)
  • She was looking for a partner to help her manage her business.
  • What was the primary purpose of the Hulf al-Fudul alliance?

  • To establish trade routes between Mecca and Yemen
  • To protect the interests of the Quraysh tribe
  • To ensure peaceful conflict resolution and justice in Mecca (correct)
  • To overthrow the ruling elites in Mecca
  • Who initiated the formation of the Hulf al-Fudul alliance?

  • A group of Meccan nobles (correct)
  • Other Meccan leaders
  • A merchant from Yemen
  • A prominent member of the Quraysh tribe
  • Prophet Muhammad
  • How old was Khadijah bint Khuwaylid when she married the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)?

    <p>Forty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of business did Khadijah bint Khuwaylid engage in?

    <p>She was involved in trade and employed men with her wealth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role did Prophet Muhammad play in the Hulf al-Fudul alliance?

    <p>He was a prominent member and supporter of the alliance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the catalyst for the establishment of the Hulf al-Fudul alliance?

    <p>A betrayal of a trade agreement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term "Mudarabah" refer to in the context of the text?

    <p>A form of partnership where one person provides capital and the other manages the business, sharing profits based on a prior agreement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the occupation of the Quraysh tribe?

    <p>Traders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key aspect of Prophet Muhammad's character does the Hulf al-Fudul alliance highlight?

    <p>His compassion and ethical conduct (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Quraysh people rebuild the Kaaba?

    <p>When the Prophet Muhammad was 35 years old (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main cause of the conflict during the Kaaba reconstruction?

    <p>The tribes of Quraysh fought for the right to place the Black Stone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Banu Abd al-Dar tribe do to signify their commitment to fight?

    <p>They placed their hands in a basin filled with blood (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Quraysh community before the incident at the Kaaba reconstruction?

    <p>Known for their peaceful and harmonious relationships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the "basin of blood" in the context of the passage?

    <p>It was a symbolic act to solemnize a blood pact between the tribes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main subject of the passage?

    <p>The marriage of the Prophet Muhammad to Khadijah (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

    <p>A specific instrument used in the marriage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of text is the passage likely to be?

    <p>A biography (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the passage?

    <p>To provide a historical account of the marriage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the passage, what can we infer about the marriage of the Prophet Muhammad?

    <p>It was a political alliance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did 'Aas ibn Waail request from the people of Mecca?

    <p>He asked for their support in retrieving his stolen merchandise. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated the people of Mecca to gather at the house of Abdullah ibn Jud'aan?

    <p>They were driven by a sense of honor and justice to stand with the oppressed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the group call their agreement to support 'Aas ibn Waail?

    <p>The Hilf al-Fudul (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Prophet Muhammad say about the pact he witnessed as a young man?

    <p>He said that if he were ever called upon, he would support it. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Quran say about the Prophet Muhammad being unlettered?

    <p>It said that this was a protection against his enemies and those who might spread lies about him. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Khadijah bint Khuwaylid

    First wife of Prophet Muhammad, a noble and wealthy woman.

    Quraysh

    A powerful tribe in Mecca known for trade and commerce.

    Mudarabah

    Investment partnership where money is provided for trade with profit-sharing.

    Prophet Muhammad's age at marriage

    He was 25 years old when he married Khadijah.

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    Khadijah's character traits

    Renowned for her virtue, nobility, and reliability.

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    Marriage to Khadijah

    Prophet Muhammad's significant marriage to Khadijah, a wealthy widow.

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    Hulf al-Fudul

    An alliance of Meccan nobles formed to protect the oppressed and ensure justice.

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    Event significance

    The Hulf al-Fudul highlights leadership and ethical conduct in disputes.

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    Prophet Muhammad's presence

    His involvement in the Hulf al-Fudul shows his high social standing and righteousness.

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    Conflict resolution in Mecca

    The historical need for alliances like Hulf al-Fudul to address injustices.

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    Importance of unlettered status

    Muhammad's lack of literacy protected him from accusations about authorship.

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    Pact of righteousness

    An agreement among noble men to help those wronged.

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    ‘Aas ibn Waail

    Individual in Mecca whose status led to the need for support from others.

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    Quranic reference

    The Quran acknowledges the pact made by the tribes as virtuous.

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    Khadijah

    The first wife of Prophet Muhammad, mother of his children except Ibrahim.

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    Rebuilding the Kaaba

    The Quraysh gathered to reconstruct the Kaaba when Muhammad was 35.

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    Black Stone dispute

    Quraysh tribes argued over who would place the Black Stone during Kaaba's reconstruction.

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    Banu Abd al-Dar

    A tribe from the Quraysh that was involved in the Black Stone dispute.

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    Non-war agreement

    A resolution reached by Quraysh tribes to avoid conflict over the Black Stone.

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    Prophet Muhammad

    The founder of Islam and a revered prophet in Islamic tradition.

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    Marriage significance in Islam

    Marriage is highly valued in Islam as a sacred bond and duty.

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    Quran's reference to marriage

    The Quran discusses various aspects of marriage, including its importance and ethics.

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    Religious texts

    Literatures that provide insights into beliefs, practices, and values in a religion.

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