QURAN RESEARCH QUIZ 2012 DUBAI JAMAAT

IN THE NAME OF GOD, THE MOST KIND THE MOST MERCIFUL

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1.

Name the Suwer that begin with the words Tabaarakal ladhi? (2)

2.

In this Surah All..h (SWT) addresses the Kaaba as the Ancient House twice. Name the Surah and the Verses. (2)

3.

The Holy Quran mentions 30 different important numbers. Which is the largest number mentioned and appears in which Surah? (2)

4.

How many times has the term Ahlul-bayt been repeated in the Holy Quran? Quote the Surah and Verse No. and for each instance mention to whom it refers. (4)

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There is a particular word which is boldly written in the Quran denoting the exact half of the Quran. Which juzu, surah and verse is it in? Also mention the word in Arabic together with its meaning. (2)

6.

Mention 4 sins that the people of Prophet Shuaib (as) used to commit. Support your answer by mentioning the Surah and Verse no. (2)

7.

In how many Suwer of the Holy Quran is Prophet Idrees (as) mentioned? Name the Suwer with the Verse numbers. (3)

8.

What is the meaning of the term Haadhal Wad or This is the Promise in Verse 25 of Suratul Mulk? (2)

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Verse 18 of a Surah mentions: These shall be presented before their Lord, and shall say the witnesses: These are those who lied against their Lord; Beware! (Now) verily the curse of God is on the unjust, The witnesses mentioned above refers to whom? (3)

10.

The following persons were present in the times of (1) Prophet Musa (as), (2) Prophet Isa (as) & (3) Prophet Muhammad (SAWW). Group them accordingly. (1) (a) Imran (b) Al Samiri (c) Zaid bin Arqam (d) Maryam (e) Yahya (f) Haman (g) Qarun (h) Firawn (i) Zakariyyah (j) Harun (k) Abu Lahab

11.

In Surat Ash-shuara who the personalities who said this? (3) And I ask you not from you any recompense for it, for my recompense is only with the Lord of the Worlds

12.

Identify the following Suwer: (a) It is a Makkan Surah (1) (b) The first Section is in regards to the immediate punishment which was given to a person who denied some of the statements of the Prophet when he stated that if this (the words of the Prophet) are the truth, then a punishment should come upon him and this is exactly what happened.

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(a) It is a Makkan Surah (1) (b) The initial verses invite the Holy Prophet (SAWW) to stand up in the night and worship (All..h (SWT) and recite the Quran. They also instruct him to prepare himself for the acceptance of an extremely weighty responsibility (c) It has been narrated in a tradition from the Holy Prophet that whoever recites this Surah will have the difficulties of the transient world and the next life removed from him.

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(a) It is a Makkan Surah (1) (b) The Holy Prophet has said: All..h (SWT) will make the accounting (on the Day of Judgment) easy for a person who recites this Surah (c) The 1st Section is in regards to various issues concerning the Day of Judgment and many of its details. (d) This Surah also mentions 3 names for the Day of Judgment (Verses 1, 4 and 16).

15.

In line with the above statement, what are these 3 names for the Day of Judgment? (3)

16.

The Holy Quran has adopted unique method of communication using similitude and practical examples applicable to our day to day life. How has All..h (SWT) likened those who spend their wealth in All..h (SWT)s way? Support your answer by mentioning the Surah and Verse number. (2)

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All..h (SWT) is Most Gracious in giving Mankind a chance to repent. Which verse of Surah An-Nahl mentions this? (1)

18.

Whenever the Holy Quran is not explicit about certain Commands of All..h (SWT) we have to refer to the Ahadith (Sayings) and Sunnah (Actions) of the Holy Prophet (SAWW) and his progeny in order to put these Commands into practice. Mention the 4 authentic Shia books of Ahadith together with the names of their compilers. (2)

19. Following the Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (SAWW) is loving God and earning Gods love and His pardon for the Sins. Which verse of Surat Al-e-Imran mentions this? (2)

20. The following verse has been repeated 8 times in a Surah. Mention the Surah and names of the Prophets who said this. (3)

Fattaqullaaha wa ateeuun

21. "Verily, God will try you by a stream... Who said this and to whom was it said? What was the test and its outcome? (3)

22. Who invoked this dua and on what occasion? (2)

Rabbanaa afrigh alainaa sabran wa thabbit aqdaamanaa wansurnaa alal qawmil kaafireen

23.

Who invoked this dua and on what occasion? (2)

Rabbibni lee indaka baitan fil jannah

24. Prophet Nuh said: O my Lord! Surely I have called my people (towards You) by night and by day! Through this, he was telling All..h (SWT): I did not falter for even an instant in seeking to guide and propagate the teachings of the true faith to my people. In order for Prophet Nuh (as) to have a greater impact on his obstinate and self-centered nation, what 3 methods of Tabligh did he use? (3)

SURATUL MUNAFIQUN
1. What are the 4 main topics of Suratul Munafiqun? (2)

2.

Who was the Chief of the Hypocrites in Madinah? What was his main characteristic? (2)

3.

Tick against the statement that best describes the Hypocrites. (1) (a) When you look at them, their bodies please you; and when they speak, you listen to their words. (b) They are as blocks of wood propped up. (c) They speak only the truth. (d) They think that every cry is against them. (e) There is nothing in their hearts save falsehood. (f) They like to guide people on the right path. (g) We should be friends with them because they are obedient to Allah (SWT). (h) They are the enemies, so beware of them. (i) They take false oaths to screen their evil deeds. (j) They are deviating from the right path. (k) They are very straight forward (l) Their hearts are sealed and they understand not. (m) They are open liars

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How did the hypocrites deceive people into thinking that they are truthful? (1)

5.

How does All..h (SWT) rebuke the following statement of the Hyprocrites: Spend not on those who are with All..h (SWT)s Messenger until they desert him? (2)

6.

In what words has All..h (SWT) cursed the Munafiqun and which Verse mentions this? (2)

7.

In the salaat of Jumuah recitation of Suratul Munafiqun is recommended by which Imam and what is the thawaab associated with its recitation? How can we achieve this thawaab? (4)

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What is the characteristic and opposite of a Fasiq? (2)

9.

Which characteristic of the Munafiqoon prevents them from doing istighfar? (1)

10.

This Surah states that Honor (Izzat) belongs to whom? What was the reason for All..h (SWT) to say this? (3)

11. In one of his Khutba, Imam Ali (as) mentions the characteristic of the Munafiqun and has asked the Momineen to keep themselves away from them. Mention these characteristic. (3)

12. All..h (SWT) is warning the believers not to let two things divert them from the remembrance of All..h (SWT) otherwise they will be the losers. What are they? (1)

13. Al-Khaasirun means The Losers what will they loose and why? (4)

14. During which battle were the hypocrites exposed? (1)

15. Alike it is for them whether thou seekest forgiveness for them or seekest not forgiveness for them; Never will God forgive them; Verily God guideth not transgressing people. Where else in the Holy Quran do we find a similar declaration? Mention the Surah and Verse No. (2)

16. Mention 3 reasons why All..h (SWT) will not accept even the Prophets istighfar for them? (3)

17. What is the difference between Hypocrisy and Taqiah? (2)

18. To what have the Hypocrites been compared in this Surah and what does this imply? (2)

19. What is the good deed mentioned in this Surah? What is the Hadeeth of our Holy Prophet (SAWW) regarding this good deed and what does it mean? (4)

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All..h (SWT) has promised very painful punishments for the Munafiq people and they will be left in abject (miserable) conditions. Find out from Suratun Nisaa the abode of the Hypocrites. (2)

21.

Mention 8 concrete lessons derived from this Surah. (4)

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July 21, 2012