Year 8 Islamic B al-istikharah etc.

What is the purpose of performing ʾistikhārah?

• To seek forgiveness from Allah
• To seek guidance from Allah
• To thank Allah
• To praise Allah

When is the ʾistisqāʾ prayer performed?

• During times of flood
• During times of drought
• During times of prosperity
• During times of peace

Which Surah is recommended to read after al-Fātiḥah in the second rakʿah of ʾistikhārah?

• Surah al-Baqarah
• Surah al-ʾIkhlāṣ
• Surah al-Kāfirūn
• Surah al-Mulk

What is the recommended time for ʾistisqāʾ Prayer?

• After Maghrib
• During night
• From time of forenoon until midday
• After Fajr

Why is it not valid to perform ʾistikhārah for obligatory acts of worship?

• Because there is no doubt or uncertainty that obligatory acts must be performed
• Because they are not important
• Because they are forbidden
• Because they are not confusing

The recommended time for ʾistisqāʾ Prayer is after Fajr.

• True
• False

In ʾistisqāʾ prayer, it is recommended to pray in the mosque.

• True
• False

After ʾistikhārah prayer, feeling content with a decision is a sign that Allah has guided a decision.

• True
• False

The imām and the congregation are required to shake hands at the end of the ʾistisqāʾ prayer.

• True
• False

It is preferable to fast, give charity or perform any other act of devotion before performing the ʾistisqāʾ prayer to increase the likelihood of the prayer’s acceptance and the receipt Allah's favour and mercy.

• True
• False