Explanation

• Prophet Dawood (AS) is known for being a good player of flute.
• Holy Book: Zabur
• Special blessing: Beautiful and melodious voice
• Associated with: Glorification of Allah by birds and mountains
• Known for: Beautiful recitation and voice

Last verified on 09-09-2026

Explanation

• The Battle of Karbala took place on Muharram 10 61 A.H (October 10, 680)
• In Karbala, present-day Iraq.
• It was fought between the army of the second Umayyad Caliph, Yazid I, and a small army led by Hussain ibn Ali (AS).
• The Umayyad Caliph Muawiyah I had nominated his son Yazid as his successor.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• GT Road: Grand Trunk Road
• Constructed/Developed by: Sher Shah Suri
• Purpose: Connected major cities and improved trade and travel.
• Original Name: Known as Sadak-e-Azam or Badshahi Sarak.
• Length: 3,655 km (2,271 mi)
• East end: Teknaf, Bangladesh
• West end: Kabul, Afghanistan

Explanation

• Muslims: around 313 soldiers
• Number of Muslim martyrs: 14
• Battle Name: Ghazwa-e-Badr
• Date: 17 Ramadan, 2 AH / 624 CE
• Place: Badr (near Madinah)
• Between: Muslims and Makkans (Quraysh)
• Muslim Leader: Muhammad (SAW)

Additional information:

• Quraysh Army: around 1000 soldiers
• Muslim horses: 2
• Muslim camels: around 70

Last verified on 17-05-2026

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• The angels who question the dead in the grave are Munkar and Nakir.
• They appear after burial to test the faith and belief of the deceased.
• The dead person is asked about Allah, Prophet Muhammad (SAW), and religion.
• Correct answers lead to peace in the grave, while wrong answers lead to punishment.
• This is part of the belief in Akhirah (Hereafter) in Islam.

Last verified on 25-06-2026

Explanation

• Kalima Shahadat is the Kalima recited in a funeral procession.
• Shahadat means testimony or bearing witness.
• It declares belief in the Oneness of Allah and the Prophethood of Muhammad ﷺ.

Last verified on 23-08-2026

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

The fundamental beliefs of Islam are known as Arkan-e-Iman (Articles of Faith).

1. Tauheed — Belief in the Oneness of Allah.
2. Risalat — Belief in the Messengers of Allah.
3. Malaika — Belief in the Angels.
4. Alhami Kutub — Belief in the Divine Books.
5. Akhirat — Belief in the Hereafter.

Last verified on 09-09-2026