Lesson 11 - Hadeeth 7 - Sincerity
This week's hadeeth is one of the shortest in the book. Please read the Explanation of Nawawi's 40 Hadeeths by Shyakh Al-Uthaymeen, available in English. If you are not memorising the hadeeths, then you might wish to skip the first two questions.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the name of the companion who narrated this hadeeth? (Three options are correct corresponding to three parts of the name.)
- A.
Ruqayyah
- B.
Abu Ruqayyah
- C.
Ibn Ruqayyah
- D.
Tameemee
- E.
Tameem
- F.
At Tameem
- G.
Aws
- H.
Abu Aws
- I.
Ibn Aws
Correct Answer(s)
B. Abu Ruqayyah
E. Tameem
I. Ibn AwsExplanation
The correct answer is Abu Ruqayyah, Tameem, and Ibn Aws. The question is asking for the name of the companion who narrated the hadeeth, and the correct answer includes three parts of the name. Abu Ruqayyah, Tameem, and Ibn Aws are all companions who narrated hadeeths.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In this hadeeth, the religion has been confined to a number of matters. How many are there?
Correct Answer(s)
five, 5Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer is that in this hadith, the religion has been limited or confined to a specific number of matters, which are five. This implies that these particular matters are considered crucial and essential in practicing the religion. The number five can be interpreted as a concise and practical guideline for believers to focus on these specific aspects in order to maintain a strong foundation in their faith.Rate this question:
- 3.
Shaykh al Uthaymeen calls these the _______ _______ of sincerity. (Clue: anagram of PINTS OF COLA)
Correct Answer(s)
focal pointsExplanation
The term "focal points" refers to specific areas or aspects that are central or important in a particular context. In this case, Shaykh al Uthaymeen is referring to certain aspects or factors that are crucial for sincerity. These focal points are likely to be key principles or guidelines that one must adhere to in order to achieve sincerity in their actions or intentions.Rate this question:
- 4.
Which one of these does NOT come under the meaning of "naseehah to Allaah"?
- A.
Sincerity to His religion
- B.
Advising Him to alter His commands
- C.
Abstaining from His prohibitions
- D.
Repenting to Him
- E.
Relying upon Him
Correct Answer
B. Advising Him to alter His commandsExplanation
The correct answer is advising Him to alter His commands. Naseehah to Allah refers to sincerity to His religion, abstaining from His prohibitions, repenting to Him, and relying upon Him. Advising Him to alter His commands implies questioning or suggesting changes to His divine wisdom and authority, which is not part of naseehah.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Clarifying the truth to the Muslim ruler is from the well-known rights of the Muslim ruler upon us. However, the Shaykh says that this is only for the ruler who is not harming his people.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The explanation for the answer being False is that according to the given statement, clarifying the truth to the Muslim ruler is a right of the ruler only if he is not harming his people. This implies that if the ruler is indeed harming his people, then it is not obligatory to clarify the truth to him. Therefore, the statement contradicts the notion that it is always a right of the Muslim ruler to be informed of the truth.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The opposite of sincerity is ________________ . (Clue: It is an anagram of EIGHT CAN)
Correct Answer
cheatingExplanation
The actual word the Shaykh uses can also be translated as "deception."
The Prophet sall Allaahu alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever cheats is not from us." (Muslim)Rate this question:
- 7.
The fact that the religion has been confined to the 5 matters in this hadeeth should
- A.
Not be seen as a legislative text
- B.
Be taken in a metaphorical rather than literal sense
- C.
Be an encouragement to strongly adhere to this hadeeth
- D.
Indicate that it contains an illah (hidden defect) so is not authentic
Correct Answer
C. Be an encouragement to strongly adhere to this hadeethExplanation
The given correct answer suggests that the fact that the religion has been confined to the 5 matters in this hadeeth should be seen as an encouragement to strongly adhere to this hadeeth. This means that the hadeeth emphasizes the importance of focusing on these 5 matters in religious practice and encourages believers to prioritize them in their lives.Rate this question:
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