Understanding Ramadan

The video explores Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, highlighting its origins, significance, and practices. It discusses the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad, the importance of fasting, and the spiritual goals of self-discipline and empathy. The video also covers exemptions from fasting, special prayers, and the emphasis on charity. It concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr and various cultural traditions observed globally during Ramadan.

What is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar known for?

• Eid al-Adha

• Shawwal

• Ramadan

• Muharram

Who revealed the first verses of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad?

• Archangel Uriel

• Archangel Raphael

• Archangel Michael

• Archangel Gabriel

What is the primary purpose of fasting during Ramadan?

• To lose weight

• To celebrate the new year

• To cultivate self-discipline and empathy

• To prepare for a pilgrimage

Which meal is used to break the fast during Ramadan?

• Taraweeh

• Eid

• Iftar

• Suhoor

What is the Night of Power known as in Arabic?

• Laylat al-Isra

• Laylat al-Qadr

• Laylat al-Bara'at

• Laylat al-Miraj

What is the obligatory charity given during Ramadan called?

• Fidyah

• Kaffarah

• Zakat

• Sadaqah

What marks the end of Ramadan?

• The sighting of the full moon

• The sighting of the crescent moon

• The sighting of the half moon

• The sighting of the new moon

What is the festival called that celebrates the end of Ramadan?

• Eid al-Mawlid

• Eid al-Fitr

• Eid al-Adha

• Eid al-Isra

What is a common greeting exchanged during Ramadan?

• Ramadan Kareem

• Eid Mubarak

• Jumu'ah Mubarak

• As-salamu alaykum

Which country has the largest Muslim population observing Ramadan?

• Saudi Arabia

• Pakistan

• Indonesia

• India