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1. Badr (fought three times)
2. Uhud
3. Bani Mustalaq
4. Khandaq
5. Bani Quraizhah
6. Khayber
7. Fathu Makkah
8. Hunain and Taif

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• Ijtihad is an important concept in Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh).
• It refers to using independent reasoning to derive Islamic rulings.
• It is used when clear guidance is not found in the Quran or Sunnah.
• Root word: J-H-D (effort / struggle).

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Explanation

• Wasatiyyah (وسطیت) means balance, moderation, and middle path in beliefs and actions.
• It teaches avoiding extremism and negligence.
• Islam promotes Wasatiyyah as a key principle of life.
• It ensures fairness in worship, behavior, and social dealings.

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• Wahi Ghair Matloo (وحی غیر متلو) means revelation from Allah that is not part of the Qur’an text.
• It was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) but not recited as Qur’an verses.
• It mainly includes Hadith and Prophetic teachings.
• It still provides Islamic guidance but is not part of Qur’anic scripture.

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• Tafseer-ul-Qur’an bil-Qur’an means explaining the Qur’an using other verses of the Qur’an itself.
• One verse is clarified by another verse on the same topic.
• It is considered the most authentic method of Tafseer.
• This method removes confusion and gives clear understanding.

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• Jizya is a poll tax historically imposed on non-Muslims in Muslim states.
• In India, Qutb-ud-din Aibak was the first to impose Jizya.
• The tax was abolished by Mughal ruler Akbar in the 16th century but reintroduced by Aurangzeb in the 17th century.

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• Kharaj was a land tax imposed on non-Muslim cultivators and landlords.

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• Seerat-u-Nabi is a famous biography of the Prophet (PBUH).
• It was started by Shibli Nomani.
• Later completed by Suleman Nadvi.
• The complete work consists of 7 volumes (parts).
• It is one of the most authentic and detailed Seerat books.

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Explanation

• Author: Syed Abul Ala Maududi
• Work Name: Tafheem-ul-Quran
• Language: Urdu
• Volumes: 6 volumes
• Writing Period: 1942 – 1972

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Explanation

• Author: Mufti Muhammad Shafi (رحمہ اللہ)
• Name of Tafseer: Maariful Quran
• Language: Urdu
• Publication Period: 20th Century
• Style: Easy explanation + scholarly tafseer

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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).

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