Islamic

What are the key themes of Surah Ash-Shams?

Oaths by natural phenomena, human conscience regarding success and failure, and the story of Thamud's destruction.

What is the duration for wiping over Khuffayn for residents and travelers?

Residents: 24 hours; Travelers: 72 hours.

What is the significance of pure intentions (Ikhlas) in actions?

Actions are judged by intentions, and deeds must be for Allah's pleasure.

Who are the seven individuals shaded by Allah’s throne on the Day of Judgment?

Just ruler, youth devoted to worship, person attached to mosques, two who love for Allah’s sake, man who resists temptation, secret giver of charity, one who remembers Allah in solitude.

What are the nullifiers of wiping over Khuffayn?

Removing khuffayn, expiry of time limit, and major impurity.

What is the definition of Najasah in Islam?

Impurities that invalidate acts of worship, including urine, feces, blood, alcohol, and saliva of dogs/pigs.

What is the purpose of Tayammum?

An alternative cleansing method when water is unavailable.

What is the ruling on wealth in Islam?

Wealth belongs to Allah; humans are trustees responsible for earning and spending it properly.

What must be done to perform Wudu correctly?

Wash face, arms up to elbows, wipe head, and wash feet up to ankles.

What did Prophet Salih's people do that led to the destruction of Thamud?

They disobeyed him and killed the she-camel given as a miracle.

What does the hadith about intentions state?

"Actions are judged by intentions…" (Bukhari).

How does Islam view the act of giving charity?

Charity should be done sincerely for Allah's pleasure rather than for show.

What are the key characteristics of Allah mentioned in Ayat al-Kursi?

Attributes of power, knowledge, and mercy; ownership of all creations.

What did Allah provide as a miracle to the people of Thamud?

A she-camel.

What impurity is removed through Ghusl?

Major impurity such as Janabah.