Explanation

• A person enters Islam by believing in and accepting the Kalimah (Shahadah).
• Mere recitation without understanding/belief is not sufficient.
• Understanding and accepting its meaning is essential along with its declaration.

Last verified on 03-09-2026

Explanation

There are five pillars of Islam:

1. First Pillar: Shahadatain (شہادتیں) – declaration of faith: “There is no god but Allah, Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger”
2. Second Pillar: Namaz (نماز) – five daily prayers
3. Third Pillar: Zakat (زکوٰۃ) – obligatory charity, 2.5% of wealth above Nisab
4. Fourth Pillar: Fasting (Sawm / روزہ) – during Ramadan, abstaining from food, drink, and bad deeds
5. Fifth Pillar: Hajj (حج) – pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in a lifetime if able

Last verified on 22-03-2026

Explanation

• The Quran was revealed in the month of Ramadan.
• Allah says: “The month of Ramadan in which the Quran was revealed.” — Surah Al-Baqarah (2:185)
• The revelation began on Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Decree).

Last verified on 03-09-2026

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

• “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” (حَيَّ عَلَى الْفَلَاحِ) means “Come to success.”
• It is recited in the Adhan (call to prayer).
• It comes after “Hayya ‘alas-Salah”, which means “Come to prayer.”

Last verified on 01-09-2026