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During the life of the Prophet, how did the Prophets memorize the surah and verses of the Qur'an?
During the life of the Prophet, how did the Prophets memorize the surah and verses of the Qur'an?
Which of the following materials were used to write the Qur'an during the lifetime of the Prophet?
Which of the following materials were used to write the Qur'an during the lifetime of the Prophet?
During the time of Abu Bakr, what happened to the Qur'an?
During the time of Abu Bakr, what happened to the Qur'an?
What was inscribed on the shoulder bone of a camel?
What was inscribed on the shoulder bone of a camel?
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How did the Prophet dictate the Qur'an to his scribes?
How did the Prophet dictate the Qur'an to his scribes?
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Which month did the Prophet receive the first revelation of the Qur'an?
Which month did the Prophet receive the first revelation of the Qur'an?
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Where did the Prophet receive the first revelation of the Qur'an?
Where did the Prophet receive the first revelation of the Qur'an?
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How long did it take for the Qur'an to be revealed to the Prophet?
How long did it take for the Qur'an to be revealed to the Prophet?
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What are the Surahs revealed in Makkah called?
What are the Surahs revealed in Makkah called?
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Which Surah of the Qur'an is the longest?
Which Surah of the Qur'an is the longest?
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True or false: During the time of Uthman, the Muslim state expanded and the reading of the Qur'an differed among the new converts?
True or false: During the time of Uthman, the Muslim state expanded and the reading of the Qur'an differed among the new converts?
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True or false: Uthman entrusted Zaiyed bin Thabit to make copies of the Qur'an and distribute them to all provinces of the Muslim Empire?
True or false: Uthman entrusted Zaiyed bin Thabit to make copies of the Qur'an and distribute them to all provinces of the Muslim Empire?
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True or false: The copies made during the time of Uthman followed the dialect of Quraish in which the Qur'an was revealed?
True or false: The copies made during the time of Uthman followed the dialect of Quraish in which the Qur'an was revealed?
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True or false: The existing copies of the Qur'an were destroyed after the copies made during the time of Uthman were distributed?
True or false: The existing copies of the Qur'an were destroyed after the copies made during the time of Uthman were distributed?
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True or false: Hudhaifa bin Yaman reported the difference in the reading of the Qur'an to Uthman?
True or false: Hudhaifa bin Yaman reported the difference in the reading of the Qur'an to Uthman?
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Study Notes
Memorization of the Qur'an
- Prophets memorized the surahs and verses through oral transmission, repetition, and community recitation.
- Importance was placed on learning directly from the Prophet to ensure accuracy.
Materials Used for Writing
- Initial writing materials included parchment, papyrus, palm leaves, and shoulder bones of camels.
Qur'an During Abu Bakr's Time
- After the Prophet's death, the Qur'an was compiled into a single manuscript to preserve it, led by Zayd ibn Thabit.
Inscription on Shoulder Bone
- Verses of the Qur'an were inscribed on the shoulder bones of camels, which served as one method of preserving revelations.
Prophet's Dictation to Scribes
- The Prophet dictated the Qur'an to scribes, who would write down verses as they were revealed, ensuring fidelity to the original message.
First Revelation of the Qur'an
- The Prophet received the first revelation in the month of Ramadan.
Location of First Revelation
- The first revelation occurred in the cave of Hira, near Makkah.
Duration of Revelation
- The Qur'an was revealed to the Prophet over a span of approximately 23 years.
Surahs Revealed in Makkah
- Surahs revealed in Makkah are referred to as Makki surahs, focusing on fundamental themes of faith and morality.
Longest Surah in the Qur'an
- Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest surah in the Qur'an, encompassing a range of topics including guidance, law, and narratives.
True/False Statements
- True: During Uthman's time, the Muslim state expanded, leading to variations in Qur'an recitation among new converts.
- True: Uthman appointed Zayd ibn Thabit to produce uniform copies of the Qur'an for distribution across the Muslim Empire.
- True: The copies produced during Uthman's era adhered to the dialect of Quraysh, maintaining the original language of revelation.
- False: Existing copies of the Qur'an were not destroyed after Uthman's version was distributed; they were preserved.
- True: Hudhaifa ibn Yaman reported the differences in Qur'an recitation to Uthman, prompting the standardization efforts.
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Test your knowledge on the preservation of the Qur'an during the life of the Prophet. Discover how the Prophets and Companions memorized the surahs and verses, and learn about the important role of Angel Gabriel. Challenge yourself with this insightful quiz on the compilation and memorization of the Qur'an.
