Quizzie Quiz

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Perhaps a quiz on Islam to increase our knowledge.....

Allah, the Exalted, says:

"And say: `My Rubb! Increase me in knowledge.'' (20:114)

"Are those who know equal to those who know not?''' (39:9)

"Allah will exalt in degree those of you who believe, and those who have been granted knowledge.'' (58:11)

"It is only those who have knowledge among His slaves that fear Allah.'' (35:28

Abu Musa (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, "The guidance and knowledge with which Allah has sent me are like abundant rain which fell on a land. A fertile part of it absorbed the water and brought forth profuse herbage and pasture; and solid ground patches which retained the water by which Allah has benefited people, who drank from it, irrigated their crops and sowed their seeds; and another sandy plane which could neither retain the water nor produce herbage. Such is the similitude of the person who becomes well-versed in the religion of Allah and receives benefit from the Message entrusted to me by Allah, so he himself has learned and taught it to others; such is also the similitude of the person who has stubbornly and ignorantly rejected Allah's Guidance with which I have been sent.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]

And so to start the ball rolling......

Q. Whom did Abu Bakr (Radi Allahu Anhu) give the task of collecting the Glorious Qur'an and compiling it into one volume?

WasSalaamu alaykum

“Those who believe, and whose hearts find satisfaction in the remembrance of Allah: for without doubt in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find satisfaction.” Surah Ra’d 13:28

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen![

[seven]

uthmaan ibn affaan radiyallhu anhu?

[mutawakkil]

As-salamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Auzo Billaahe minash Shaitanir-Rajim. Bismillaah Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim

Uh-uh.....sorry

Have another go.

WasSalaamu alaykum

WasSalaamu alaykum

“Those who believe, and whose hearts find satisfaction in the remembrance of Allah: for without doubt in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find satisfaction.” Surah Ra’d 13:28

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

[Ayah]

I believe the answer to the question posted is:

Zaid Ibn Thaabit (ra)

ws,
Ayah

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Maasha'Allah.....correct. It was indeed Zayd ibn Thabit.

Umar convinced the Khalifah Abu Bakr that unless the Quran was collected in one manuscript, a large part of it was in danger of being lost. Abu Bakr summoned Zayd ibn Thabit and said to him: "You are an intelligent young man and we do not suspect you (of telling lies or of forgetfulness) and you used to write the Divine revelation for Allah's Messenger. Therefore look for (all parts of) the Quran and collect it in one manuscript."

Zayd was immediately aware of the weighty responsibility. He later said: "By Allah, if he (Abu Bakr) had ordered me to shift one of the mountains from its place, it would not have been harder for me than what he had ordered me concerning the collection of the Quran."

Q. In which Ayat it is stated that Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala created man from water?

WasSalaamu alaykum

And remind them, for verily, the reminding profits the believers. 51.55

Alhamdulillaah....Allah Subhaanahu wa Taalaa has given us the opportunity to seek His pleasure by increasing our knowledge in the Deen. We are told in Qur'an and Hadeeths to 'seek' knowledge. And this is the intention of this thread. We should search b4 answering and not give a 'guess'. Even if you 'google' search.....read the related story first....then answer (don't just do a five second copy & paste) and we have then made effort to obey Allah Subhaanahu wa Taalaa.....

"Allah will exalt in degree those of you who believe, and those who have been granted knowledge.'' 58:11 "It is only those who have knowledge among His slaves that fear Allah.'' 35:28 "And say: `My Rubb! Increase me in knowledge.'' 20:114 "Are those who know equal to those who know not?''' 39:9

Be careful of Riyaa. Always check your intention that you are participating to seek Allah's Pleasure by gaining knowledge and not to 'show off'......

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah(PBUH) said, "He who does not acquire knowledge with the sole intention of seeking the Pleasure of Allah but for worldly gain, will not smell the fragrance of Jannah on the Day of Resurrection.'' - Abu Dawud.

"Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! ” Surah Ra’d 13:28

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

[Ammarah]

I think you mean creature?

an Nur ,45

45. And Allah has created every animal from water: of them there are some that creep on their bellies; some that walk on two legs; and some that walk on four. Allah creates what He wills: for verily Allah has power over all things.

[Ayah]

Surat Al'Furqaan, ayah 54 is as follows:

"Wa huwa al'ladhee khalaqa min almaa basharan fajaalahu nasaban wa sih'raa; wa kaana rabbuka qadeera"

Translation: It is He who has made man from water: then He has set up relationships of family and marriage; because your Lord has power (over all things)

Also, the end of ayah 30 of surat al'anbiyaa:

"Wa jaalna min al'maa kul'la shay'in hai"

Translation: We made every living thing from water.

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Maasha'Allah.....correct.

A. Surah Al-Furqan(25) Ayat 54: "It is He Who has created man from water." part Ayat

Q. What did Waraqa bin Nawfal - the cousin of Khatijah (Radi Allahu Anha) predict after the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) described to him his unusual experience (when he received the first revelation)?

WasSalaamu alaykum

"Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! ” Surah Ra’d 13:28

Subhanak allaahuma wa bihamdik//Glory & praise & gratitude is to You OH Allaah; Ash-hadu allaa illahaa illa Ant//I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You; Astaghfiruka wa a tubu Eellaik//I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

[Ayah]

Waraqa ibn naufal, one who studied in depth, the bible (injeel) and torah (towrah) knew that the Rasul (pbuh) was truly the prophet. He also knew that he'd be driven out by his ppl. See below, pasted from the following website:

iisca://knowledge/miscellaneous/enforcing the apocalypse

When the revelation descended upon the Prophet , he returned to Khadijah, the daughter of Khuwaylid, , and he was trembling and he said, “Cover me… cover me”. Then after the fear left him, he told Khadijah what had happened in the Cave of Hiraa. So she quickly went with him to Waraqah Ibn Naufal, and the Prophet informed him of what had happened with him. So from what Waraqah Ibn Naufal said to him was: “Woe to me from this old age! I wish I were young and could live up to the time when your people would turn you out.” The Prophet asked, “Will they drive me out?” Waraqah replied, “Yes. No man has come with the likes of what you have come with except that he is treated with hostility; and if I were to remain alive until the day (when they will turn you out), then I would support you strongly.” And the story is in Saheeh al-Bukhaari.

[mutawakkil]

WaSalaamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Maasha'Allah.....correct.

This question may need everyone pitching in to answer this.....if you only know one or two.....post it until we get all four.

Q. Who are the 4 persons from whom the Prophet (Sallallahu 'Alayhi wa Sallam) advised his Companions to learn the Glorious Qur'an?

WasSalaamu alaykum

"Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! ” Surah Ra’d 13:28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

[Ayah]

Aww, man, that's a tough one :( Alright, I'm gonna have to take a guess & list 8 companions, and hopefully, 4 of them will be right. (Btw, these questions are cool mutawakkil)

Abu Bakr (ra)
Omar (ra)
Uthman (ra)
Ali (ra)
Ibn Mas'ud (ra)
Ibn Abbas (ra)
Ubay ibn Kaab (ra)
Zaid ibn Thaabit (ra)

[seven]

Abdullah ibn Abbas radiyallahu anhu is one i think

Abu Moosa Al'Ashari?

[seven]

sorry... i cheated and did some research :D

Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr:
Allah's Apostle neither talked in an insulting manner nor did he ever speak evil intentionally. He used to say, "The most beloved to me amongst you is the one who has the best character and manners." He added, " Learn the Qur'an from (any of these) four persons. 'Abdullah bin Mas'ud, Salim the freed slave of Abu Hudhaifa, Ubai bin Ka'b, and Mu'adh bin Jabal." Bukhari

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Maasha'Allah......CORRECT.

Abdullah bin Mas'ud, Salim the freed slave of Abu Hudhaifa, Ubai bin Ka'b and Mu'adh bin Jabal. (Radi Allahu Anhum) (Al-Bukhari Vol.5 No.104)

Searching for knowledge in the Deen is not cheating. In fact you could say not searching for the answer is 'cheating' on yourself.

Q. Except during the month of Ramadan on which day is fasting not recommended unless one fasts a day before it or a day after it?


WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

www.islam-guide.com What do you know about Islaam? www.sultan.org

[Amatullah]

Friday

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Maasha'Allah.....correct.

A. On a Friday. Narrated Muhammad bin Abbad: I asked Jabir (Radi Allahu Anhu): "Did the Prophet (Sallallahu 'Alayhi wa Sallam) forbid fasting on Fridays?" He said "Yes" (other narrators added "If he intends to fast only on that day") (Al-Bukhari Vol.3 No.205)

It's echoed down the corridors of history and just to hear it, brings a lump to the throat and a tear to the eye of any Hajjee.....

Q. Who was the first Muslim on the face of the earth to enter Makkah reciting in a loud, resonant voice the Talbiyah?

"LABBAYK ALLAHUMMA LABBAYK.
LABBAYKA LAA SHAREEKA LAKA LABBAYK.
INNAL HAMDA WAN NI'MATA LAKA WALL MULK.
LAA SHAREEKA LAK."

(Here I am at Your command O Lord, Here I am. Here I am. No partner have You. Here I am. Praise, bounty and Dominion belong to You. No partner have You.")


WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

What do you know about Islaam? *** The Guide (http://www.islam-guide.com) *** The Light (http://www.sultan.org) *** The Path (http://www.al-intashar.tk/) ***

[Ayah]

I'll give someone else the pleasure of answering this question (*clears throat* I've actually been searching for it for an hour or so and I have yet to figure out the answer :S )

~Ayah

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Time's up......and the answer is......

Thumamah ibn Uthal was one of the most powerful Arab rulers in pre-Quranic times. This is not surprising since he was a chieftain of the Banu Hanifah and one of the rulers of al-Yamamah whose word no one dared to challenge or disobey.

In the pursuit of his evil design against the Prophet(Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam), Thumamah met and killed a group of the Prophet's (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) companions. The Prophet thereupon declared him a wanted man who could lawfully be killed on sight. Not long afterwards, Thumamah decided to perform umrah. He wanted to perform tawaf around the Kabah and sacrifice to the idols there. So he left al-Yamamah for Makkah. As he was passing near Madinah, an incident took place which he had not anticipated.

Groups of Muslims were patrolling the districts of Madinah and outlying areas on the lookout for any strangers or anyone intent on causing trouble. One of these groups came upon Thumamah and apprehended him but they did not know who he was.

Probably more 'famously unknown' as "That Man" who was tied to one of the columns in the masjid for several days. Finally the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) "What do you have to say for yourself?" he asked again as he did every day and Thumamah repeated what he had said once more. Then the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) turned to his companions and said, "Set him free."

Thumamah left the mosque of the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) and rode until he came to a palm grove on the outskirts of Madinah near al-Baqi' (a place of luxuriant vegetation which later became a cemetery for many of the Prophet's (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) companions). He watered his camel and washed himself well. Then he turned back and made his way to the Prophet's (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) mosque. There, he stood before a congregation of Muslims and said: "I bear witness that there is no god but Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and His messenger." He then went to the Prophet, upon whom be peace, and said: "O Muhammad, by God, there was never on this earth a face more detestable than yours. Now, yours is the dearest face of all to me." "I have killed some of your men," he continued, "I am at your mercy. What will you have done to me?"

"There is now no blame on you, Thumamah," replied the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam). "Becoming a Muslim obliterates past actions and marks a new beginning."

Thumamah (Radi Allahu Anhu) was greatly relieved. His face showed his surprise and joy and he vowed, "By God, I shall place my whole self, my sword, and whoever is with me at your service and at the service of your religion."

"O Rasulullah," he went on, "when your horsemen captured me I was on my way to perform umrah. What do you think I should do now?"

"Go ahead and perform your umrah," replied the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam), "but perform it according to the laws of God and His messenger." The Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) then taught him how to perform umrah according to Islamic rules.

Thumamah (Radi Allahu Anhu) left to fulfill his intention. When he reached the valley of Makkah, he began shouting in a loud, resonant voice:

"LABBAYK ALLAHUMMA LABBAYK.
LABBAYKA LAA SHAREEKA LAKA LABBAYK.
INNAL HAMDA WAN NI'MATA LAKA WALL MULK.
LAA SHAREEKA LAK."

Q. There he lay, bleeding profusely. He had numerous wounds, from sword, spear and arrow. His foot had been cut and he had fallen into a hollow where he lay unconscious. Who was this Sahabah who had fought so bravely at Uhud and what did the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) say of him?

WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

What do you know about Islaam? *** The Guide (http://www.islam-guide.com) *** The Light (http://www.sultan.org) *** The Path (http://www.al-intashar.tk/) ***

[Ayah]

I'm not sure if you're referring to Hamza ibn Abd-Al'Muttalib, who was killed in the battle of Uhud. The Rasul, pbuh, gave him the title of "Asad'ullah" (Lion of God/Chief of Martyrs). For those who would like to learn more about him, read below :)

Muhammad's uncle, Hamza, a man of his own age, was reputed to be the strongest and most active of the Quraysh, their champion in war and sports. He spent most of his time hunting in the hills. One day when he returned from the chase with his bow swinging from his shoulder, his slave-girl told him how Abu Jahl had heaped abuse on his nephew's head.

Hamza found himself at the end of all patience. He liked Muhammad, although he did not understand him (sic). He went on the run to the mosque, where he saw Abu Jahl sitting among his friends. He lifted his heavy bow and gave a great bang on his head with it. ‘Will you insult him when I join his religion?' he shouted, flexing his great muscles under the noses of the Quraysh.

Hamza became a Muslim, and this put teeth into the faith. Some of the Quraysh were more careful about calling Muhammad a poet. (Muhammad, the Messenger of God, 1975)

Hamza became a devout Muslim and a champion of Islam. He was the comrade-in-arms of his other nephew, Ali, and it were both of them who killed most of the leaders of the Quraysh in the battle of Badr, to be fought a few years later.

In the battle of Uhud, Hamza killed the second standard-bearer of the pagans, and when they charged the Muslim line, he plunged into their midst. He was hacking his way through their ranks when he was struck by a javelin hurled by Wahshi, an Abyssinian slave. Wahshi was engaged for this very purpose, by Hinda, the wife of Abu Sufyan and the mother of Muawiya, and by another idolater of Makkah. Hamza fell on the ground and died immediately.

After the rout of the Muslims that day, Hinda and the other harpies from Makkah, mutilated the bodies of the slain Muslims. She cut open Hamza's abdomen, plucked out his liver, and chewed it up. She also cut his nose, ears, hands and feet, strung them into a "necklace," and entered Makkah wearing it as a trophy of war.

Muhammad Mustafa was deeply aggrieved at the death and at the mutilation of the body of such a stalwart of Islam as Hamza. He bestowed upon him the titles of the "Lion of God," and the "Chief of the Martyrs."

Hamza accepted Islam in the fifth year of the Proclamation.

[mutawakkil]

As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

A beautiful story but.....uh-uh!.....nope! This Sahabah didn't die there.


".....he had fallen into a hollow where he lay unconscious"

WasSalaamu alaykum


Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

What do you know about Islaam? *** The Guide (http://www.islam-guide.com) *** The Light (http://www.sultan.org) *** The Path (http://www.al-intashar.tk/) ***

[seven]

mus'ayb bin umayr?

[Ayah]

The answer is: Talhah ibn Ubaydullah.

The Prophet, peace be on him, said: "Whoever is pleased to see a man still walking on earth who had completed his span (of life), let him look at Talhah ibn Ubaydallah."

See below for more.

Returning to Makkah in haste after a trading trip to Syria, Talhah asked his family: "Did anything happen in Makkah since we left?" "Yes," they replied. "Muhammad ibn Abdullah emerged alleging that he is a Prophet and Abu Quhafah (Abu Bakr) has followed him."

"I used to know Abu Bakr," said Talhah. "He is an easy-going, amiable, gentle man. He was an honest and upright trader. We were quite fond of him and loved sitting in his company because of his knowledge of Quraysh history and genealogy."

Later, Talhah went to Abu Bakr and asked: "Is it true what they say, that Muhammad ibn Abdullah has appeared as a Prophet and that you follow him." "Yes," replied Abu Bakr and went on to tell Talhah about Muhammad and what a good thing it would be if he too followed him. Talhah in turn told Abu Bakr the story of his strange recent encounter with an ascetic in the market-place of Busra in Syria. The ascetic is said to have told Talhah that someone called "Ahmad" would appear in Makkah about that time and that he would be the last of the Prophets. He also told Talhah, so the story goes, that the Prophet would leave the sacred precincts of Makkah and migrate to a land of black soil, water and palm trees...

Abu Bakr was astonished by the story and took Talhah to Muhammad. The Prophet, peace be on him, explained Islam to Talhah and recited some portions of the Quran to him. Talhah was enthusiastic. He related to the Prophet his conversation with the ascetic of Busra. There and then, Talhah pronounced the Shahadah - that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah. He was the fourth person who had been introduced to Islam by Abu Bakr.

The Quraysh were astounded by the young Talhah's acceptance of Islam. The one who was most dismayed and unhappy was his mother. She had hoped that he would one day be a leader in his community because of his noble character and his outstanding virtues. Some of the Quraysh, anxious and worried, went to Talhah as soon as they could to wean him away from his new religion but found him firm and unshakable as a rock. When they despaired of using gentle persuasion to achieve their aim, they resorted to persecution and violence. The following story is related by Masud ibn Kharash:

"While I was making saiy between as-Safa and al-Marwa, there appeared a crowd of people pushing a young man whose hands were tied behind his back. As they rushed behind him, they rained down blows on his head. In the crowd was an old woman who lashed him repeatedly and shouted abuses at him. I asked: 'What's the matter with this young man?' 'This is Talhah ibn Ubaydullah. He gave up his religion and now follows the Banu Hashim man.' 'And who is the woman behind him?' I asked. 'She is as-Sabah bint al-Hadrami, the young man's mother,' they said.

The Quraysh did not stop there. Nawfal ibn Khuwaylid, nicknamed the 'lion of the Quraysh" bound Talhah with a rope and with the same rope he tied up Abu Bakr and then handed them over to the mindless and violent mob of Makkah to be beaten and tortured. The shared experience no doubt drew Talhah and Abu Bakr closer together!

Years passed and events of great significance took place. Talhah grew in stature as he bore the pain and suffering of being tested in the path of God and His Prophet. He gained the unique reputation among Muslims of being called the "living martyr". The Prophet, peace be on him, also called him "Talhah the Good" and "Talhah the Generous".

The name of the "living martyr" was earned during the Battle of Uhud. Talhah had missed the Battle of Badr. He and Said ibn Zayd had been sent outside Madinah on a mission by the Prophet and when they returned, the Prophet and his companions were already on the way back from Badr. They were both sad at having missed the opportunity of taking part in the first campaign with the Prophet but were tremendously pleased when he told them they would get the same reward as those who actually fought.

At the Battle of Uhud, when the Muslims fell into disarray at the beginning of hostilities the Prophet became dangerously exposed. There were about eleven men of the Ansar at his side and one Muhajir - Talhah ibn Ubaydullah. The Prophet clambered up the mountain hotly pursued by some mushrikin. The Prophet, peace be on him, shouted:

"The one who repulses these people from us will be my companion in Paradise." "I, O Messenger of god," shouted Talhah.

"No, stick to your position," replied the Prophet. A man from the Ansar volunteered and the Prophet agreed. He fought until he was killed. The Prophet went further up the mountain with the mushrikin still in close pursuit. "Isn't there someone to combat these?"

Talhah again volunteered but the Prophet ordered him to maintain his position. Another person immediately came forward, fought and was killed. This happened until all who stood by the Prophet were martyred except Talhah.

"Now, yes," signalled the Prophet and Talhah went into battle. By this time, the Prophet's teeth had been broken, his forehead had been slashed, his lips had been wounded and blood was streaming down his face. He was drained of energy. Talhah plunged into the enemy and pushed them away from the Prophet. He turned back to the Prophet and helped him a little further up the mountain and put him to lie on the ground. He then renewed his attack and successfully repulsed the enemy. About this occasion Abu Bakr said:

"At that moment, Abu Ubayd ibn al-Jarrah and I were far from the Prophet. When we came close to him to render assistance to him, the Prophet said: 'Leave me and go to your companion (meaning Talhah)."

There was Talhah, bleeding profusely. He had numerous wounds, from sword, spear and arrow. His foot had been cut and he had fallen into a hollow where he lay unconscious.

Thereafter, the Prophet, peace be on him, said: "Whoever is pleased to see a man still walking on earth who had completed his span (of life), let him look at Talhah ibn Ubaydallah."

And, whenever Uhud was recalled, As-Siddiq, may God be pleased with him, would say: "That day, that entire day, belonged to Talhah."

That was the story of how Talhah became to be called the "living martyr". There were unnumerabIe incidents which led to him being called "Talhah the Good" and "Talhah the Generous".

Talhah was an astute and successful merchant who travelled widely to the north and south of the Arabian peninsula. It is said that after one of his trips to Hadramawt, he had profits amounting to some seven hundred thousand dirhams. His nights would be anxious and worried on account of this vast wealth. On one such night, his wife, Umm Kulthum the daughter of Abu Bakr, said to him:

"What's wrong with you, O father of Muhammad? Perhaps I have done something to hurt you.'?" "No ," replied Talhah. "You are a wonderful wife for a Muslim man. But I have been thinking since last night: How can a man think of his Lord and Sustainer when he goes to sleep with this wealth in his house?"

"Why should it bother you so much ," remarked Umm Kulthum. "What about all the needy ones in your community and all your friends? When you get up in the morning share it out among them."

"God bless you. You are really marvellous, the daughter of a marvellous man," said Talhah to his wife. In the morning, Talhah gathered up the money in bags and distributed it among the poor Muhajirin and Ansar.

It is related that a man came up to Talhah requesting help and also mentioning some common family connection between them.

"This family connection someone has mentioned to me before," said Talhah who was in fact known for his generosity to all members of his clan. Talhah told the man that he had just sold a piece of land to Uthman ibn Affan for several thousand dirhams. The man could have the money or the land which could be re-purchased from Uthman. The man opted for the money and Talhah gave it all to him.

Talhah was well-known for helping persons who had debt problems, heads of families who experienced hardship, and widows. One of his friends, as-Saib ibn Zayd, said of him: "I accompanied Talhah ibn Ubaydallah on journeys and I stayed with him at home and I have not found anyone who was more generous with money, with clothes and with food than Talhah."

No wonder he was called "Talhah the Good" and "Talhah the Generous".

The name Talhah is also connected with the first fitnah or civil war among Muslims after the death of the prophet, peace be on him.

The seeds of trouble were sown during the caliphate of Uthman ibn Affan. There were many complaints and accusations against him. Some mischief-makers were not content with accusations only but were determined to finish him off. In the year 35 AH (656 CE) a group of insurgents stormed Uthman's house and murdered him while he was reading the Quran. It was one of the most shocking events in the early history of Islam.

Ali was persuaded to accept the responsibility of the Caliphate and all Muslims swore allegiance to him, including Talhah and Zubayr ibn al-Awwam. Talhah and Zubayr were deeply shocked by the murder of Uthman. They were horrified and felt strongly that the murderers should be punished and that justice should be done. But the punishment of the murderers was not an easy task in as much as the crime was not just the work of a few individuals but involved a large number of persons.

Talhah and Zubayr sought Ali's permission to go to Makkah to perform Umrah. They met Aishah the wife of the Prophet. She was greatly shocked when she heard of the assassination of Uthman. From Makkah, Talhah, Zubayr and Aishah set off for Basrah where large numbers were gathering to seek revenge for the death of Uthman.

The forces gathered at Basrah seemed to present an open challenge to Ali. As the caliph of the Muslims and the head of the entire Muslim State, he could not tolerate any insurrection or armed revolt against the State. But what a difficult and awesome task he faced! To deal with the revolt, he had to confront his brothers, his companions and his friends-followers of the Prophet and his religion, those who often fought side by side with him against the forces of shirk, those whom he respected and loved.

The forces clamoring for vengeance for Uthman and those supporting Ali met at a place called Kuraybah, near Basrah. Ali desired to avoid war and settle matters by peaceful means. He used every means at his disposal to achieve peace. He clung to every hope of avoiding confrontation. But the dark forces at work against Islam and how numerous were these, were determined that matters should come to a terrible and bloody end.

Ali wept. He wept bitterly when he saw Aishah, the "Mother of the Believers" in her hawdaj or palanquin astride a camel at the head of the army which now emerged to fight him. And when he saw Talhah and Zubayr, two close companions of the Prophet, in the midst of the army, he shouted to them to come out to him. They did and Ali said to Talhah:

"O Talhah, have you come with the wife of the Messenger of Allah to fight along with her...?" And to Zubayr he said:

"O Zubayr, I implore you, by God, do you remember the day when the Prophet. peace be on him, passed by you and we were in such and such a place and he asked you: 'Do you love Ali?' and you said: 'Why shouldn't I love my cousin and one who follows my religion...?'"

Ali continued talking to them reminding them of the bonds of brotherhood and faith. In the end both Talhah and Zubayr withdrew from participation in this civil war. They withdrew immediately when they saw the situation in a different light. But they paid for that withdrawal with their lives.

As they withdrew, a man named Amr ibn Jarmouz followed Zubayr and cowardly murdered him while he performed Salat. Talhah was killed by an arrow allegedly shot by Marwan - a cousin of Uthman who was too blinded by rage and the desire to seek revenge for his kinsman to respond to the possibility of avoiding war and bloodshed among Muslims.

The murder of Uthman had become Talhah's tryst with destiny. He did not participate in the fighting and killing that followed that came to be known in history as the "Battle of the Camel". Indeed, if he had known that the fitnah would have degenerated into such insane hatred and bitterness and resulted in such a bloody outcome, he would have resisted it. He was not keen to fight Ali. He was simply appalled by the murder of Uthman and wanted to see justice done. Before the beginning of the battle he had said in a voice choked with emotion:

"O Lord, for the sake of Uthman, take from me this day until You are pleased." Then when Ali faced him and Zubayr, they saw the correctness of his position and withdrew from the field of battle. Yet, in these difficult circumstances, martyrdom was reserved for them.

The Battle of Camel came to an end. Aishah, the mother of the believers, realized that she had precipitated matters and left Basrah for the Sacred Mosque and then to Madinah distancing herself from the conflict. Ali provided well for her journey giving her all the comfort and honor due to her.

When the numerous dead from the battle were brought together, Ali led the funeral prayer for them all, those who were with him and those who were against him. And when he had finished burying Talhah and Zubayr he bade farewell to them with a heavy heart, a heart filled with tenderness and love.

"I really hope," he said in simple and sublime words, "that Talhah, az-Zubayr, Uthman and I will be among those of whom God has said: 'And We shall remove from their hearts any lurking sense of injury and rancor; they will be brothers joyfully facing each other on thrones of dignity.' "(The Quran, Surah al-Hijr, 15:47)

Then he looked tenderly and sorrowfully on the graves of his brothers in faith and said: "I have heard with these two ears of mine the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, saying: "Talhah and az-Zubayr are my companions in Paradise!"



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[mutawakkil]

Bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim
As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh

Mash`Allah.....correct.

A. TALHAH IBN UBAYDULLAH

Thereafter, the Prophet, (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) said: "Whoever is pleased to see a man still walking on earth who had completed his span (of life), let him look at Talhah ibn Ubaydallah."

Narrated AbuHurayrah - Allah's Messenger (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) was upon the mountain of Hira' and there were along with him Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, Ali, Talhah, Zubayr, that the mountain stirred; thereupon Allah's Messenger (Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam) said:"Be calm, there is none upon you but a Prophet, a Siddiq (the testifier of truth) and a Shaheed."

Q. Would someone else like to "host" a few questions?

WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

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[seven]

Originally posted by mutawakkil


Q. Would someone else like to "host" a few questions?


A. Ayah :)

[Ayah]

Alrighty, I'll post a question :)

What is the significance of Surat Al'Mujaadalah (Chapter 58)? (ie: On what occassion did it come down for? Who went to the Rasul, pbuh, shortly before it came down?)

Ready..... on your marks... get set..... Goooooooo!! :cool:

[Amatullah]

when the wife of Aws bin As-Samit complained to RasulAllaah SAW about her husband?

[reachin'out]

Originally posted by Amatullah
when the wife of Aws bin As-Samit complained to RasulAllaah SAW about her husband? when he 'divorced' her the old way.

The "woman who disputes".

[Ayah]

A woman by the name of "Khowlah bint Thaalaba," the wife of Aws ibn Saamit, went to the Rasul (pbuh) one night, telling him about the situation she was in with her husband. The following is the Yusuf Ali commentary: Though in Islam, he divorced her by an old pagan custom: the formula was known as Zihar, and consisted of the words, "Thou art to me as the back of my mother. This was held by pagan custom to imply a divorce & freed the husband from any responsibility of conjugal duties. She sought the advice of the Rasul & this was when Surat Al'mujadala came down on the Rasul (pbuh). See below for the meaning of the first 6 verses of this surah.

Surah 58. She That Disputeth, The Pleading Woman
1. Allah has indeed heard (and accepted) the statement of the woman who pleads with thee concerning her husband and carries her complaint (in prayer) to Allah. and Allah (always) hears the arguments between both sides among you: for Allah hears and sees (all things).

2. If any men among you divorce their wives by Zihar (calling them mothers), they cannot be their mothers: None can be their mothers except those who gave them birth. And in fact they use words (both) iniquitous and false: but truly Allah is one that blots out (sins), and forgives (again and again).

3. But those who divorce their wives by Zihar, then wish to go back on the words they uttered,- (It is ordained that such a one) should free a slave before they touch each other: Thus are ye admonished to perform: and Allah is well-acquainted with (all) that ye do.

4. And if any has not (the wherewithal), he should fast for two months consecutively before they touch each other. But if any is unable to do so, he should feed sixty indigent ones, this, that ye may show your faith in Allah and His Messenger. Those are limits (set by) Allah. For those who reject (Him), there is a grievous Penalty.

5. Those who resist Allah and His Messenger will be humbled to dust, as were those before them: for We have already sent down Clear Signs. And the Unbelievers (will have) a humiliating Penalty,-

6. On the Day that Allah will raise them all up (again) and show them the Truth (and meaning) of their conduct. Allah has reckoned its (value), though they may have forgotten it, for Allah is Witness to all things.

[Ayah]

Ermmm.. anyone else can ask some "quizzie questions." (*Rubs hands anxiously awaiting for the next question*) ;)

[mutawakkil]

Bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim
As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh to all my brothers & sisters in Islaam.....



Q. Where was the first masjid built by the Holy Prophet Sallallahu Alaihee Wassalam?


WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

What do you know about Islaam? *** The Guide (http://www.islam-guide.com) *** The Light (http://www.sultan.org) *** The Path (http://www.al-intashar.tk/) ***

[reachin'out]

I am not sure that Quba is the first masjid built by Muhammad, solla allahu alayhi wassalam, just that it was the first Masajid built by him after hijra.

Abu Bakr built a Masjid right in front of his front door against the agreement he had made with the Makkah city authorities.

Masajid are known as the sha'air (salient features) of Islâm. Just as a Monk is recognised by his habit or white garb, a Hindu woman by her red dot, a Jew by his diminutive hat, a Muslim locality is recognised thorough a Masjid in its vicinity. From the time of the Holy Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam up to present times, wherever Muslims settled, they erected Masajid. Thus, the first Masjid to be built by the Muslims (alone) [in Islâm] was at Quba, a town on the outskirts of Madinah. After having acquired freedom from the tortures and harassment at Makkah, the first safe haven which the Muslims found before Madinah, was Quba. The Holy Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam lost no time to erect a Masjid there, although he only stayed for three weeks there before he continued towards Madinah as the final stage of his hijrah (emigration).

[Ayah]

I believe it was Masjid Qubaa.

[Ayah]

*Blushes* (I didn't realize reachin' out answered already) :eek:

[mutawakkil]

Bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim
As-salaamu`alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh to all my brothers & sisters in Islaam.....

Maasha'allah......correct.

Here's a hard one.....believe it or not......

Q. What is the approximate meaning for the term.....INSHAA 'ALLAH?

WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

I pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala to forgive me for any errors or shortcomings. May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'ala keep us on the Path that pleases Him. Ameen!

What do you know about Islaam? *** The Guide (http://www.islam-guide.com) *** The Light (http://www.sultan.org) *** The Path (http://www.al-intashar.tk/) ***

[Ayah]

In'shaa Allah= If Allah wills

[reachin'out]

Assalam alaykum,
Originally posted by Ayah
In'shaa Allah= If Allah wills

In-sha'a Allah

An Arabic phrase meaning "If it's the Will of Allah" - uttered by Muslims whenever intending to perform an action with the understanding that no human action attains fruition until human will is in sync with Divine Will.

This is not a fatalistic worldview but an understanding that faith is not a replacement for productive hard work but a replacement for unproductive anxiety.

In the translation of IbnKathir's Tafsir, the wording is "if Allah wills", as Ayah said.

Jamilah

[reachin'out]

Assalam alakum, once again.

Here's one for you, mutawakkil ( and anyone else, of course).

Why are the Christians called Al Nasaara in the Quran?

[mutawakkil]

Bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim
As-salaamu alaykum wa rahmat-Allaahi wa barakaatuhu (Peace be upon you, and the mercy of Allaah and His blessings) to all my brothers & sisters in Islaam.....

Hang on sister...let's the last question first.....in shaa Allah



INSHAA???

It's spelt (or is it spelled?) with an alif....double AA.


So what does INSHAA ALLAH mean?

Allah is evolving

or

Allah is being created

or

The creation of Allah

or

The evolution of Allah


Bet you'll never type INSHAA ALLAH again.... I've arabic problems here at the moment....so that's....Alif-noon-sheen-alif

So from now on.....its IN SHAA ALLAH; Alif-noon-spacebar-sheen-alif

USE this ONE IN SHAA ALLAH ...it means "If Allah wills".....or similar. Bit of a trick question.....heh-heh.

Anyway.....Three words not two!


WasSalaamu alaykum



Allah has revealed the most beautiful message, a Book consistent in its verses yet repeating its teachings in different ways. Those who fear their Rabb are filled with awe when they hear it, their skins and their hearts become pliant to the remembrance of Allah. Such is the guidance of Allah: He guides with it whom He pleases. But he to whom He confounds shall have none to guide him. 39.23

Blessed be the name of thy Lord full of Majesty Bounty and Honor. 55:78

Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! 13.28

ALLAHUMMA O Allah
IN-NE AS'ALUKA I ask You for
ILMAN NAFI'AN Beneficial knowledge
WA RIZQ-AN TAYYIBAN And a good provision
WA AMALAN MUTAQABBALA And Deeds that are accepted

SUBHANAK ALLAAHUMA WA BIHAMDIK Glory & praise & gratitude is to You Oh Allaah;
ASH-HADU ALLAA ILLAHAA ILLA ANT I bear witness there is none that has the right to my worship but You;
ASTAGHFIRUKA WA A TUBU EELLAIK I ask Your forgiveness and repent unto You.

ALLAHUMMA AS-ALUKA FIRDAUS AL-`ALA - Oh Allah I ask You for the highest Firdaus.

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[peace2u]

Originally posted by reachin'out
Assalam alakum, once again.

Here's one for you, mutawakkil ( and anyone else, of course).

Why are the Christians called Al Nasaara in the Quran?

Because they were the helpers of Isa (as) in spreading the deen.

Peace

[reachin'out]

Originally posted by mutawakkil
[B]Bismillahir-rahmanir-rahim
As-salaamu alaykum wa rahmat-Allaahi wa barakaatuhu (Peace be upon you, and the mercy of Allaah and His blessings) to all my brothers & sisters in Islaam.....

Hang on sister...let's the last question first.....in shaa Allah



INSHAA???

It's spelt (or is it spelled?) with an alif....double AA.


So what does INSHAA ALLAH mean?

Allah is evolving

or

Allah is being created

or

The creation of Allah

or

The evolution of Allah


Bet you'll never type INSHAA ALLAH again.... I've arabic problems here at the moment....so that's....Alif-noon-sheen-alif

So from now on.....its IN SHAA ALLAH; Alif-noon-spacebar-sheen-alif

USE this ONE IN SHAA ALLAH ...it means "If Allah wills".....or similar. Bit of a trick question.....heh-heh.

Anyway.....Three words not two!


WasSalaamu alaykum

Going to the Noble Qur'an, word by word,

Illaa (Alif kasera - lam shadda fat-ha alif fat-ha) = except

an (Alif fat-ha noon) = that

yashaa-a (ya fat-ha sheen fat-ha Alif fat-ha hamza fat-ha) = wills

Llah (Alif lam shadda fat-ha ha domma) = Allah (it)

stop

inshallah is a contraction of

an yashaaa-allah (that Allah wills (it))

I was fooled earlier because shaaa-a (without ya or ta in front of it) means Will (the noun) rather than the verb. So "in shaa'allah" would mean "that (if) will of Allah it is".

Please correct me if I am wrong.

[reachin'out]

Originally posted by peace2u
Because they were the helpers of Isa (as) in spreading the deen.

Peace

Well done!
nasaara is certainly the plural of nasrun And Isa said "Who will be my helpers (man ansaaria ilaa Allahi) in Allah's cause?" And Alhawariyyun said, " We are the helpers (nahu ansaaru Lhah) of Allah."

But this is just one of the reasons. Can you tell me the other (two) reasons?

[peace2u]

Wow, there are two more :confused:


Peace

[mutawakkil]

I'm hangin' too. You sisters are really into roses. Well, i hope you're sisters with avatars like them.

i already offended her once......I don't want to act pushy.....this waiting is as boring as watching a flower grow waiting and checking for 'THAT POST.'

[reachin'out]

Salam alaykum,

I was just waiting to see if you gave up.

The other two reasons:

1. They were helpers and supporters of each other

2. The originated from Al Nasirah (Nazareth).

[Ayah]

I've got a whole list of Seerah questions to ask. Some are easy and some are difficult. The purpose of posting them is so visitors of this thread can learn if they don't know the information or to review if they already know the answers. I'll post 3 questions at a time, insha Allah.

Q.1 : When was Muhammad sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam born?

Q.2 : Where was the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam born?

Q.3 : Why was the year called the Year of the Elephant?

~Ayah

[Sajeela]

Ans 1. He (S.A.W) was born on 9 Rabiul Awa 1st Amul feel/20 or 22 april of year 571.
Ans 2. He (S.A.W) was born in Makkah.
Ans 3. That was the year when Abraha attacked on Makkah with his Elephantes and all of them were killed by ababeels as described by allah in the surah feel of quran.
Btw. I will provide the references later on as my book is in the other room.

[Ayah]

Good!! Masha Allah. :) Okay, next few questions:

(Q.4 was already answered by sis sajeela in part 3 without me asking :P )
Q.5 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father?
Q.6 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam mother?
Q.7 : When and where did his sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father die?
Q.8 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam grandfather?

~Ayah

[Sajeela]

Ans5. The name of Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father was Abdullah.
Ans 6
the name of Prophe"s sallallaahu wasallam mother was Ammana.
Ans 8
the name of Prohets (S.A.W) grandfather was Abdul Mutalab.

[Sajeela]

Originally posted by Ayah

Q.7 : When and where did his sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father die?
~Ayah

A7. he died before his S.A.W birth and died in Madina, It is said that he went to syria and on his return he fell ill in Madina and died. he was 25 years old then.

[Ayah]

Some of these are difficult, so to all who wish to reply, answer whatever you know :) [And yes, you're allowed to cheat, so open books, notebooks, & websites :p]

~Ayah

New Questions:
Q.9 : What was the position of Abdul Muttallib?
Q.10 : Give the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam lineage upto his fifth ancestor?
Q.11: Who suckled the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam?
Q.12: Why did the Arab send their babies to Bedouin wet-nurses?
Q.13: How long did she suckle the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam?
Q.14: What was the great event that took place during his stay with Haleema?
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Answers from previous post:
Q.5 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father?

A.5:. Abdullah bin Abdul Muttallib.

Q.6 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam mother?

A.6: Aminah Bint Wahab Bin Abd Manaf Bin Zahrah.

Q.7 : When and where did his sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam father die?

A.7: He died in Yathrib (Now known as Madeenah) before Muhammad sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam was born.

Q.8 : What is the name of the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam grandfather?

A.8:. Abdul Muttallib.

[Lateafha]

Originally posted by Ayah
New Questions:
Q.9 : What was the position of Abdul Muttallib?
Q.10 : Give the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam lineage upto his fifth ancestor?
Q.11: Who suckled the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam?
Q.12: Why did the Arab send their babies to Bedouin wet-nurses?
Q.13: How long did she suckle the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam?
Q.14: What was the great event that took place during his stay with Haleema?

*Bump* salamat;)

Q.9 : What was the position of Abdul Muttallib?
A.9: He was the chief of his clan Banu Hashim.

Q.10 : Give the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam lineage upto his fifth ancestor?

A.10: He is Muhammad sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam Bin Abdullah Bin Abdul Muttallib Bin Hashim Bin Abd Manaf Bin Qusai Bin Kilab

Q.11: Who suckled the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam?
A.11: First Thuyeba the freed slave girl of his uncle Abdul Uzza known as Abu Lahab, then Haleema Bint Abu Dhuaib, best known as Haleema As-Sa'diyah.

Q.12: Why did the Arab send their babies to Bedouin wet-nurses? A.12: They sent their babies to the Bedouin wet-nurses so that they grew up in the healthy atmosphere of the desert and acquire the pure speech and learn good manners.

Q.13: How long did she suckle the Prophet sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam? A.13: For two years.

Q.14: What was the great event that took place during his stay with Haleema?

A.14: One day Jibrael 'alayhis salaam came down and ripped the Prophet's sallallaahu 'alaehe wasallam chest open and took out the heart. He then extracted a blood-clot out of it and washed it with Zamzam. Then the heart was joined together and placed back.