Explanation

• Palestine is called the Land of Prophets.
• Many prophets were born, lived, or died there, including Ibrahim, Lut, Dawood, Suleiman, Musa, Zakariya, Yahya, and Isa (A.S).
• Baitul-Maqdis (Jerusalem) in Palestine was the first Qibla for Muslims.
• Muslims prayed facing it for 14 years before the Qibla changed to Kaaba in 2nd Hijri.

Last verified on 31-03-2026

Explanation

• There are 8 categories (Masarif) for the distribution of Zakat.
• These categories are outlined in Surah Al-Taubah (9:60) of the Quran.

These are:

1. The poor (Al-Fuqara).
2. The needy (Al-Masakin).
3. Zakat administrators.
4. New Muslims and friends of the Muslim community.
5. Slaves and captives.
6. The debt-ridden.
7. In the cause of God.
8. The wayfarer (travelling with few resources).

32 times the word Zakat occurs in the Holy Quran.

22 times word Zakat is used in Makki Surahs.

Zakat was made compulsory in 2 A.H.

But its complete system was imposed in the year of 8th hijrah.

Last verified on 21-04-2026

Explanation

• Surah Saba (سورہ سبا) is the 34th chapter of the Qur’an.
• It consists of 54 ayats.
• It was revealed in Makki period.
• It addressing belief, accountability, and the stories of previous nations.
• Focuses on the consequences of denying Allah’s signs and lessons from Prophet Dawud (A.S.) and previous communities.

Last verified on 01-04-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• Musab ibn Umayr was appointed the first ambassador of Islam.
• He embraced Islam in 614 CE.
• He was sent to Yathrib (Medina) to prepare the city for the forthcoming Hijra after the first pledge with the ansar.
• A man of Medina named Asad ibn Zurara assisted him.
• He died in the Battle of Uhud in 625 CE.

Last verified on 21-04-2026