1.
How does Shyakh al Uthaymeen explain the words, "[Allaah] only accepts that which is good and pure"? (Two correct answers)
Correct Answer(s)
B. This refers to that which is good in its very nature (so alcohol is not accepted)
C. This refers to that which has been acquired lawfully (so usury/interest is not accepted)
Explanation
The correct answer explains that the words "Allah only accepts that which is good and pure" refer to two aspects. Firstly, it refers to that which is good in its very nature, such as alcohol, which is not accepted. Secondly, it refers to that which has been acquired lawfully, so usury/interest is not accepted. This means that both the inherent quality and the lawful acquisition of something determine its acceptability to Allah.
2.
What can we say about a person who eats substances that are not lawful or not lawfully acquired?
Correct Answer
D. It might prevent his/her duaa/supplications from being answered.
Explanation
Eating substances that are not lawful or not lawfully acquired is considered a sin in Islam. The answer suggests that this sin might prevent the person's duaa/supplications from being answered. In Islam, it is believed that committing sins can hinder a person's prayers from being accepted by Allah. Therefore, the person who eats such substances may face the consequence of their duaa/supplications not being answered.
3.
Which of these things increase the chance of our duaa/supplications being answered by Allaah?
Correct Answer(s)
B. Being a traveller
C. Being dishevelled and dusty (for example on the Day of Arafah during Hajj)
E. Standing
calling on Allaah by His Lordship (for example by saying, "Yaa Rabb!")
H. Raising our hands to the sky
Explanation
The Shaykh did not say that we should make ourselves deliberately unkempt and dishevelled in order to have our duaa/supplications answered when we could be clean!
4.
"Allaah is tayyib (good and pure)." Amongst the meanings of this are three of the following:
Correct Answer(s)
A. Allaah is free from every deficiency
B. Allaah's actions are good
D. Allaah's Self and Attributes are good
Explanation
The statement "Allaah is tayyib (good and pure)" means that Allah is free from any kind of deficiency. It also means that Allah's actions are good and that His self and attributes are good as well. This statement emphasizes the perfection and purity of Allah, highlighting that He is free from any imperfections or flaws.
5.
Wearing haram (unlawful) clothing is a reason why our duaa/supplications may not be answered.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Wearing haram clothing refers to wearing clothing that is considered unlawful or forbidden in Islam. This can include clothing that is immodest, revealing, or made from forbidden materials such as silk or gold for men. According to Islamic teachings, one's appearance and clothing should be modest and in accordance with the guidelines set by Allah. If a person chooses to wear haram clothing, it may indicate a lack of obedience and righteousness, which can affect the acceptance of their supplications or prayers. Therefore, it is believed that wearing haram clothing can be a reason why our duaa/supplications may not be answered.
6.
The Messengers (alaihimus salaam) reached such a high level of taqwaa that they did not have to do the acts of worship that the other Muslims must do.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement is false because the Messengers (alaihimus salaam) did not reach such a high level of taqwaa that they did not have to do the acts of worship that other Muslims must do. In fact, the Messengers were the most devout and obedient to Allah, and they fulfilled all the obligations and acts of worship required of them. They set an example for all Muslims to follow in their worship and devotion to Allah.
7.
Being thankful to Allaah is
Correct Answer
A. Obligatory (waajib)
Explanation
"And be thankful to Allaah" (Quraan 2:172)
8.
Being thankful to Allaah is
Correct Answer
A. Doing righteous actions
Explanation
"O (you) Messengers! Eat of the Taiyyibât [all kinds of Halâl (lawful) foods (meat of slaughtered eatable animals, milk products, fats, vegetables, fruits, etc.], and do righteous deeds." (Quran 23:51)
"O you who believe! Eat of the lawful things that We have provided you with, and be grateful to Allah..." (Quran 2:172).
So this indicates that being thankful is doing righteous actions.