Explanation

• Bani Israel (Children of Israel) refers to the descendants of Hazrat Yaqub (AS).
• He was also known by the title "Israel", meaning "Servant of Allah."
• Father: Hazrat Ishaq (AS)
• Mother: Rafqa (Rebecca)
• Number of sons: 12

Last verified on 06-07-2026

Explanation

• The Miraj event took place on the 27th of Rajab in the 10th (621 A.D) year of Prophethood.
• Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was staying at the house of Umm Hani on the night of Miraj.
• That night, Angel Jibreel came to the Prophet (SAW) and took him on the journey of Israa and Miraj.
• During Miraj, Hazrat Adam and Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) met at the first heaven.
• The event is mentioned in Surah Bani Israel.

It is also known as 'Isra and Mi'raj' or 'Shab-e-Meraj'. 

• Isra: Night journey from Makkah to Masjid Al-Aqsa.
• Mi’raj: Journey from Masjid Al-Aqsa to the heavens.

Gifts of the 27th of Rajab:

• The five prescribed daily prayers.
• The last part of the chapter of Al-Baqara (Amanar-Rasulu).

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

• Also known as: Expedition of Usra
• Year: 630 AD / 9 AH (Rajab)
• Location: Tabook (northwest Arabia)
• Muslim army: around 30,000 soldiers
• Type: Ghazwa (Prophet PBUH participated)
• Outcome: No direct battle (bloodless)
• Reason: Rumors of Byzantine attack

Additional information:

• “Ghazwa” = battle in which Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) participated
• First Ghazwa = Ghazwat-ul-Abwa (Waddan)

Last verified on 16-03-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• Surah Ar-Rahman is popularly known as "Zeenat-e-Quran" (The Beauty/Adornment of the Qur'an).
• It is the 55th Surah of the Qur'an.
• It contains 78 verses (Ayat).

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Fatihah – Umm-ul-Kitab (Mother of the Book), Umm-ul-Quran, As-Sab'ul Mathani
• Surah Al-Baqarah – Fustat-ul-Quran (The Tent of the Qur'an)
• Surah Yasin – Heart of the Qur'an (Qalb-ul-Quran)
• Surah Al-Ikhlas – One-third of the Qur'an in reward

Last verified on 14-07-2026

Explanation

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

Additional information:

• Muslims: around 313 soldiers
• Number of Muslim martyrs: 14
• Quraysh Army: around 1000 soldiers
• Muslim horses: 2
• Muslim camels: around 70

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

Explanation

Names of the Five Mosques:

1. Masjid al-Haram (Makkah)
2. Masjid al-Aqsa (Jerusalem)
3. Masjid al-Dirar (Masjid al-Zarrar)
4. Masjid al-Nabawi (Madinah)
5. Masjid Quba (Madinah)

Last verified on 11-07-2026

Explanation

1. Hazrat Ali (R.A.) shifted the capital from Madina to Kufa in 657 AD (36 AH).
2. The decision was made after the Battle of the Camel (Jang-e-Jamal).
3. Kufa was chosen because of its strategic military and political importance.
4. From Kufa, Hazrat Ali (R.A.) governed the Islamic state during his caliphate.
5. Kufa remained the capital until his martyrdom in 661 AD (40 AH).
6. He is buried in Najaf.

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• The key of Baitullah (Kaaba) was entrusted by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
• This event took place after the Conquest of Makkah (8 AH / 630 AD).
• The key was given to Hazrat Usman bin Talha (RA) from the Banu Abd al-Dar family.
• The Prophet (SAW) declared that this trust will remain in his family forever.

Last verified on 28-04-2026