Sūrat al-Kahf Overview

Questions and Answers

What did the Quraysh send al-Naḍr ibn al-Ḥārith and ʿUqbah ibn Abī Muʿayṭ to Madīnah to do?

To ask Jewish Rabbis about Muhammad (correct)

To recruit followers for Muhammad

To collect taxes from the Jews

To spread rumors about Muhammad

Which three questions did the Jewish Rabbis instruct the Quraysh to ask Muhammad?

About his prophethood, his miracles, and his followers

About three young men, a traveling man, and the soul (correct)

About the creation of man, the events of the Day of Judgment, and the nature of angels

About the origin of the universe, the existence of Allah, and the afterlife

What was the purpose of the Quraysh's inquiry into Muhammad's prophethood?

To learn about his family history

To discredit him in front of others

To validate his status as a prophet (correct)

To strengthen their alliance with him

What revelation was given in response to the Quraysh's questions?

Sūrat al-Kahf Signup and view all the answers

How is Sūrat al-Kahf described in its significance for believers?

It serves as a guiding light Signup and view all the answers

What is the special merit mentioned about reciting Sūrat al-Kahf on Fridays?

It illuminates the believer with light Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the Quraysh upon returning from Madīnah?

They thought they found a definitive solution Signup and view all the answers

Who narrated the significance of reciting Sūrat al-Kahf?

Al-Suyūṭī Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Revelation Context

Sūrat al-Kahf was revealed in Makkah.
The Quraysh sent al-Naḍr ibn al-Ḥārith and ʿUqbah ibn Abī Muʿayṭ to Madīnah to gather information about Muhammad.

Delegation's Mission

Quraysh instructed their delegation to consult Jewish scholars for knowledge regarding Muhammad's qualities and teachings.
The Jewish Rabbis advised the delegation to ask Muhammad three specific questions to test his prophethood.

The Three Questions

Inquiry about a group of young men from an earlier era and their story, noted for its strangeness.
Question about a traveler who journeyed extensively across the east and west, seeking details of his narrative.
Curiosity regarding the nature of the soul (rūḥ) and its essence.

Return to Makkah

The delegation returned to Makkah with a solution to the Quraysh's concerns about Muhammad.
They approached the Messenger of Allah with the three questions outlined by the Jewish scholars.

Revelation of Sūrat al-Kahf

The answers to the delegation's inquiries were provided in Sūrat al-Kahf.
The surah serves as a guiding light for believers.

Significance of Sūrat al-Kahf

Reciting Sūrat al-Kahf on Fridays is emphasized, promising illumination in faith from one Friday to the next.

Description

Explore the significant events surrounding the revelation of Sūrat al-Kahf in Makkah. This quiz delves into the interactions between Quraysh and Jewish scholars in Madinah regarding the Prophet Muhammad's character and message. Test your knowledge on this pivotal moment in Islamic history.