Islamic Term 2 Anki continued

When did Allah ask Prophet Muhammed to begin preaching in public? And to who?

After 3 years of prophethood, and he preached to Banu Hashim.

At the beginning of the prophet’s preaching, how many idols surrounded the Kabah?

360 idols

What is Hamzah’s full name?

Hamzah Ibn Abdul Muttalib

Where did the muslims live during the social boycott?

In the valley of Banu Hashim for around three years, facing harsh conditions and isolation from the Quraysh community.

How did the boycott end?

A person in Makkah felt sympathy for them and helped to stop it.

What was the year of his prophethood when he went to Isra and Miraj?

It was in his 10th year of prophethood.

What happened on Isra and Miraj? What form of worship was established during this time?

Muhammed went to Jerusalem, prayed with all the previous prophets, and ascended the seven heavens with Angel Jibril. This was when the 5 daily prayers were revealed down to the prophet.

How did the prophet describe prayer?

He described it as Imad al deen, meaning the pillar of religion,

Meaning of Iman

Faith

Meaning of Taqwa

God consciousness

Meaning of Ikhlas

Sincerity

Meaning of Ibadah

Worship of god

What is another meaning for Salah?

Connection

Why is Salah important?

1. It enriches the soul. Ayah: “Without doubt, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find satisfaction.”
   2. It cures our problems. Ayah: “Seek help in patience and prayer”
   3. It is a pillar of Islam. Hadith: “The first matter that a person is brought accountable for is prayer. If it is sound then all of his deeds are sound, and if it is incomplete, then all of his deeds are incomplete.

What are the times when it is not allowed to pray?

1. From dawn until sunrise
   2. From sunrise until the sun has risen to the height of a spear’s length above the horizon
   3. When the sun is overhead at noon, until it has passed its zenith
   4. From Asr prayer until sunset
   5. When the sun starts to set until it is completely set