Explanation

• The Nisab (minimum limit) for gold is 7.5 tola (87.48 grams).
• The ratio/nisab of Zakat is 2.5%.
• Zakat was made obligatory in 2 A.H.
• It was fully implemented in 9 A.H.

Additional information:

• Silver Nisab: 52.5 tola = 612.36 grams
• The word “Zakat” occurs 32 times in the Holy Quran.
• Zakat means purification and growth of wealth.
• “Zakat is the treasure of Islam” is a famous saying of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

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Explanation

• The first revealed Surah: Al-Alaq (96th Surah) when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was 40 years and 6 months
• First Word Revealed: Iqra ( means: Read)
• Number of verses: 5
• Location of the first wahi: Cave Hira (Ghar-e-Hira), Makkah
• Angel: Jibril (A.S.)
• In: 610 AD
  

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Explanation

• The Battle of Badr was fought in the year 2 AH (After Hijrah)
• Islamic Date: 17 Ramadan, 2 AH
• Gregorian Date: March 13, 624 CE
• Place: Badr (near Madinah)
• Between: Muslims and Makkans (Quraysh)
• Muslim Leader: Muhammad (SAW)
• Muslims: around 313 soldiers
• Number of Muslim martyrs: 14
• Quraysh Army: around 1000 soldiers
• Muslim horses: 2
• Muslim camels: around 70

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Explanation

• Sariyya refers to a military expedition or battle in which the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not personally participate.
• These were usually led by his companions to spread Islam or defend the community.

Additional information:

• Ghazwa: A battle attended by Holy Prophet (PBUH).

Last verified on 09-09-2026

Explanation

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Explanation

• The Holy Prophet (SAW) performed Hajjat-ul-Wida in the 10th Hijri (March 6, 632 A.D)
• It was performed on Friday, the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah.
• The Prophet (PBUH) delivered his final sermon during the Hajj on Mount Arafat.
• It is also known as Farewell Sermon.
• This final pilgrimage included his renowned Farewell Sermon.

Last verified on 11-06-2026

Explanation

• The verbal meaning of “Zakat” is Purification.
• It comes from the Arabic root meaning “to purify” and “to grow”.
• In Islam, Zakat purifies wealth and increases blessings.
• It is the 3rd fundamental pillar of Islam.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.
• It is mentioned 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• Allah mentions Zulqarnain (AS) in Surah Kahf.
• He had immense wisdom to distinguish between right and wrong.
• Surah Kahf Meaning is "The Cave".

It is the 18th chapter of the Quran 

It was revealed in Makkah.

• No. of letters: 6425
• No. of rukus: 12
• No. of verses: 110
• No. of words: 1583

Last verified on 02-04-2026

Explanation

• Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) was appointed as the first Ameer-e-Hajj in 9 AH.
• In 9 AH (630 CE), Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) appointed him to lead the first official Hajj caravan under Islamic rule.
• He led about 300 Muslims from Madinah to Makkah.
• Later, Hazrat Ali (RA) was sent to proclaim the opening verses of Surah At-Tawbah during Hajj.
• In 10 AH (632 CE), the Prophet (ﷺ) personally performed the Farewell Hajj (Hajjat-ul-Wada).

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Explanation

• The real name of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A.) was Abdullah ibn Usman.
• His father was Usman ibn Amir, commonly known as Abu Quhafa.
• As-Siddiq was his famous title.
• He was the first Caliph of Islam (632–634 AD).

Last verified on 30-08-2026