Mawlid Quiz

When is Milad al-Nabi celebrated in Islamic lunar Calendar

• 12th Rabi' al-Awwal

• 12th Shawwal

• 9th Rabi' al-Awwal

• 31st Rabi' al-Awwal

What is the English Translation of Milad un-Nabi?

• The Great Festival

• Birthday of the Prophet

• Eid al-Fitr

• The festival of Hajj

What is another common name for Milad un-Nabi

• Shukrawari Beej

• Mubarak Milad

• Mawlid al-Nabi

• None of the above

What do Muslims typically do on Milad un-Nabi to commemorate the occasion?

• Recite verses from the Qur'an

• Fast for the entire day

• Hold processions and gatherings

• Give charity

Which special ginan is recited in Jamatkhana during Milad al-Nabi?

• Ya Ali Khub Majalis

• Mitha naam Muhammad ka

• Saat Sargna kai khuliya che dwar...

• Amar te ayo

What are some traditional foods or sweets that are often prepared and shared during Milad un-Nabi?

• Sushi

• Samosas

• Halwa and Dates

• Baklava

In Sunni traditions, devotional poetry is recited during the festival of Mawlid - what are these called in Arabic?

• Qawwali

• Shairi

• Naat

• Qasidas

Answer explanation

The literature itself is called Qasida, the poem is called a madah and the recitation is called a naat.

Who is traditionally invited to participate in Milad un-Nabi gatherings and celebrations?

• no one, it is a private gathering

• Only religous scholars

• only close friends and family

• Wider community members

Prophet Muhammad was known to be _______ in terms of his character

• Al-Khaliq: the creator

• Al-Wakil: The true judge

• Al-Amin & Al-Sadiq: The Honest and The trust worthy

• Al-Mustafa: The Chosen one

Muhammad literally means:

• The enlightened one

• The praised one

• The uplifted one

• The noble one