ASSIGNMENT NO 1: COURSE CODE (201) ISLAMIYAT (2023)

NAME OF STUDENT: OBAID ULLAH ZAFAR STUDENT ID: 0000551825

EXERCISE NO: (1) UNIT (1-3)

Q1. Write down a brief note on Safety, Knowledge, and effects of QURAN PAK.
ANS. One of the titles of the Divine revelation (Quran) is the Reminder; it conveys the history of human
disobedience, the collective recollections of humankind, and instructs us on how to stay out of the hands of the
rebellious groups. This verse's plain interpretation is that Allah has assumed responsibility for guarding His
amazing revelation. This ensures that it remains sacred and secure against any alterations, additions, or
replacements. to safeguard its terminology, interpretations, and uses. The 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide who
strive to live by its precepts, the academics who study and impart its contents, and the Huffaz who have committed
it to memory all carry out these three difficult jobs.

Furthermore, if we see safety of Quran Pak considering ALLAH’s words here are some:

SAFETY OF QURAN PAK:

The message of Surat Al-Hijr offers encouragement to believers: Allah will protect His word, His faith, and His
genuine servants. Therefore, have faith in Allah, continue educating people about this lovely Deen, and do not be
afraid of criticism.

The brief, motivational verses in the Surah remind you of the things that Allah has taken care of, which fills your
heart with hope and faith:

He looked after and preserved the Qur'an:

“We revealed the Reminder and We are its Protectors” (Al-Hijr: 9).

For Muslims, Allah's assurance in this verse suffices to confirm that He will keep the Qur'an free from mistakes
and modifications over time.

The Qur'anic revelation was not an isolated moment in time. For the twenty-three years that Muhammad (peace be
upon him) was a prophet in Makkah and Madinah, the verses came to him in a steady stream. The Prophet (peace
be upon him) designated several of his companions as scribes, recording the most recent passages as soon as they
were disclosed. Among the scribes who had this responsibility were Mu'awiya ibn Abu Sufyan and Zaid bin
Thabit. New verses were usually scribbled on scraps of paper, bone, or skin. It's crucial to remember that the
Prophet (peace be upon him) would ask the scribes to recite the verses aloud to him once they were written down
so he could review them.

The Prophet (peace be upon him) commanded that nothing else, not even his own words, Hadith, be written on the
same page as the Qur'an to further guarantee that there were no mistakes. "And whoever has written anything from
me other than the Qur'an should erase it," he said, referring to the sheets on which the Qur'an was being written.2.
This was done to make sure that no additional words were inadvertently believed to be a part of the Qur'anic text.

KNOWLEDGE OF QURAN PAK:

The 114 chapters of the Holy Quran, also referred to as Surahs, are the sacred book of Islam. It is thought to be
the exact words that Allah (God) spoke to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) during a 23-year
revelation. The Quran addresses a wide range of topics in life, including morality, religion, law, guidance, and
historical accounts of prophets and civilizations.

1. The Quran places a strong emphasis on the idea of monotheistic, the unity of Allah, and the value of faith.

2. It states that worshiping and obeying Allah is the goal of human existence.

3. The Quran offers advice on moral principles including justice, kindness, compassion, and honesty.

4. It emphasizes the value of relationships to the family, the community, and one's obligations to one's parents,
husband, and kids.

5. The Quran promotes introspection, accountability, and self-improvement.

6. It highlights how crucial it is to pursue wisdom, understanding, and knowledge.

7. The Quran encourages fairness, equality, and social justice in all spheres of life.

8. It forbids immoral behaviors like adultery, thievery, murder, and dishonesty.

9. The Quran emphasizes the value of endurance, thankfulness, and patience during trying circumstances.

10. It encourages harmony, acceptance, and reverence for individual differences between individuals of all
backgrounds and faiths

11. The Quran places a strong emphasis on the value of human rights, the sanctity of life, and the prohibition of
injustice and oppression.

12. It offers advice on commercial dealings, inheritance, family law, and other facets of day-to-day living.

13. The Quran exhorts people to value nature as symbols of Allah's magnificence and to pursue knowledge and
science.

14. It promotes modesty, humility, and charity while cautioning against conceit, ego, and selfishness.

15. Modesty and proper attire and conduct are encouraged by the Quran.

16. It highlights the value of prayer, fasting, and other devotional practices as ways to strengthen one's
relationship with Allah and cleanse one's soul.

17. The principle of accountability is taught in the Quran, where people will be judged according to their deeds in
this life and in the Hereafter.

18. It supports the peaceful settlement of disputes and the promotion of forgiveness and reconciliation.

19. The significance of Muslim community and collaboration is emphasized in the Quran.
20. It offers direction on the obligations and privileges that spouses have inside a marriage.

21. The Quran encourages leadership based on morality and responsibility, justice, and good administration.

22. It promotes altruism and helps the less fortunate people in the community.

23. The Quran places a strong emphasis on the value of being truthful, reliable, and keeping one's word.

24. It forbids gambling and alcohol consumption since they are bad for people and society.

25. The Quran forbids usury and unethical commercial activities while promoting the pursuit of a legal means of
subsistence.

26. It encourages modesty and privacy preservation in social and personal relationships.

27. The significance of protecting oneself and others from injustice and aggression is taught in the Quran.

28. It encourages resource sustainability and environmental preservation.

29. The Quran offers advice on how to handle hardship, bereavement, and loss.

30. It ends with an exhortation to seek justice in all facets of life, submit to Allah's will, and heed the teachings of
the Quran and the example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

EFFECTS OF QURAN PAK:

"Truly, O Muhammad, it is a revelation from the Lord of the Worlds that the True Spirit has placed upon
your heart so that you may be one of the preachers." [26:192–26:194]

It is a fact that the experience of interacting in any way with the word of Allah, the Glorious Quran, has a
profound and immediate impact on the heart—the heart that believes in Allah—even for those who are not
Prophet Muhammad (‫)صلى هللا عليه و سلم‬.

I shall attempt to elucidate this effect in further detail below, but the body, heart, and soul are the three elements of
a believer's nafs (‫ )نفس‬that the Quran clearly and distinctly positively affects. It is crucial that the reciter recites the
Quran with passion and emotion, comprehending the language and meaning/content of its verses, for it to have the
intended effect. It is also crucial that the person listening can comprehend the Arabic language of the Quran, at
least on a very basic level.

This is the rationale behind Allah's decision to reveal the Quran gradually, allowing for the acceptance and
practical integration of this "weighty" message (73:5 – ‫ )َقْو لٿا َثِقيلٿا‬into Muslim society.

The Quran was revealed over an extended duration to reinforce the Prophet's (‫ )صلى الفه عليه و سلم‬heart upon it and
enable the Muslim ummah to gradually become steadfast upon its laws and commandments:
‫َو َقاَل اَّلِذ يَن َك َفُر وا َلْو اَل ُنِّز َل َع َلْيِه اْلُقْر آُن ُج ْم َلًة َو اِح َد ًة َك َذ ِلَك ِلُنَثِّبَت ِبِه ُفَؤاَدَك َو َر َّتْلَناُه َتْر ِتياًل‬

“Why isn’t the Qur’an revealed to him all at once?” asks those who reject faith. It is so revealed for Us to
build your heart, and We have gradually practiced it with you in gentle, orderly steps. In 25:32
‫َو ُقْر آنًا َفَر ْقَناُه ِلَتْقَر َأُه َع َلى الَّناِس َع َلى ُم ْك ٍث َو َنَّز ْلَناُه َتنِزيًال‬
 "And (it is) a Quran that We have revealed in stages and that We have divided so that you may
recite it to mankind periodically." [17:106]

Just as spending time with a good, true, and loving friend can be energizing, elevating, and
refreshing, so too does reading the Quran help someone who believes in Allah and wants to get
closer to Him.
The Quran has an incredibly positive effect on the heart, soul, thoughts, and psyche of the rapt,
eager-to-learn listener when it is recited, whether in salah or aloud on its own. It also has an even
greater effect when it is recited while being attentively listened to with a present mind and an
engaged heart, or when it is discussed in the company of Allah-fearing, learned, scholarly, and
intellectual people.
A diligent daily reader of the Quran enjoys a close and developing relationship with it. Such a
person never feels "bored" or alone since they not only appreciate but frequently want isolation
to think carefully about the teachings of the Creator.
Thus, the Quran becomes his or her ever-present "companion," permeating the heart and bringing
them into constant connection and memory of Allah, enhancing each awake moment of their
lives that they are not engrossed in distracting worldly pursuits.
Reconciliation and Forgiveness
The Quran has a miraculously healing impact on believers' bodies, souls, and hearts—believe it
or not! The following passage explains how it bestows kindness and healing upon the believers:
The ailments of the body and heart, which lead to mental illness and emotional suffering in the
soul, can both be healed and cured by the Quran.
These days, there is virtually as much diversity and variety in mental diseases as there is in
physical ailments. The body and the soul are so closely related, as modern researchers and other
medical professionals will attest, that a sick or diseased heart or soul will cause the body to
become ill or exhibit physical symptoms, while a sick body will also negatively impact a
person's spirit, heart, and soul.
The human intellect, heart, and soul—the ethereal nafs—as well as the physical body are all
healed and cured by the Quran. The verses of the Quran can have an almost miraculous effect of
immediate cure: they remove vice, illness, disease, filth, and evil and replace them with good
health, joy, blessings, holistic benefits, and well-being. This effect can occur whether the Quran
is recited aloud in prayer or separately, or if its message is considered and attempted to be
understood with the intention of obeying its commands and obligations to please Allah.
Q 2. Write down the translation of Surah ul Nas along with the brief interpretation (Tashreeh).
ANS. The last and Surah (114th) of the Quran is called Surah an-Nas, or "Mankind." This brief Surah, consisting
of just six Ayahs, begs Allah to keep the wicked Satan at bay.

TRANSLATION:
 ‫ِبۡس ِم ٱِهَّلل ٱلَّر ۡح َٰم ِن ٱلَّرِح يِم‬

In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.

‫ُقۡل َأُعوُذ ِبَرِّب ٱلَّناِس‬

Say, “I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind,

‫َم ِلِك ٱلَّناِس‬

The Sovereign of mankind.
‫َٰل‬
‫ِإ ِه ٱلَّناِس‬
The God of mankind,

‫ِم ن َشِّر ٱۡل َو ۡس َو اِس ٱۡل َخ َّناِس‬

From the evil of the retreating whisperer –

‫ٱَّلِذ ي ُيَو ۡس ِوُس ِفي ُص ُدوِر ٱلَّناِس‬

Who whispers [evil] into the breasts of mankind –

‫ِم َن ٱۡل ِج َّنِة َو ٱلَّناِس‬

From among the jinn and mankind.”

TAFSEER:

‫ِبۡس ِم ٱِهَّلل ٱلَّر ۡح َٰم ِن ٱلَّرِح يِم‬

In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.

Since the word "Ism" (name) is Mufrad Mudaf (singular, genitive), inclusive of all Names [Al-Asmaa Al-Husna],
I start with every name that belongs to Allah.

‫ُقۡل َأُعوُذ ِبَرِّب ٱلَّناِس‬

Say, “I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind,

The first line of the Surah is Allah's instruction to His Prophet (PBUH) to seek refuge with The Lord, also known
as Al-Rabb of mankind in Arabic. One of Allah's 99 names, Al-Rabb, declares that whoever takes refuge in Him
shall find the Lord of the heavens and the earth.

‫َم ِلِك ٱلَّناِس‬

The Sovereign of mankind.

Allah adds another term to Himself, The King, or Al-Malik, to further declare that He is always available for
humanity to seek refuge in.
‫َٰل‬
‫ِإ ِه ٱلَّناِس‬
The God of mankind,
Another reason why people should turn to Allah is that He is the Al-Ilah, or God, of humanity.

‫ِم ن َشِّر ٱۡل َو ۡس َو اِس ٱۡل َخ َّناِس‬

From the evil of the retreating whisperer –

Shaytaan is called “the sneaking whisperer” in this Ayah because he subtly whispers sinful ideas to humanity,
tempting them to commit transgressions. The only force capable of defending humanity from Shaytaan is Allah.

‫ٱَّلِذ ي ُيَو ۡس ِوُس ِفي ُص ُدوِر ٱلَّناِس‬

Who whispers [evil] into the breasts of mankind –

Once more, it is said that Shaytaan whispers in people's hearts, suggesting that he deceives us covertly rather than
confronting us directly.

‫ِم َن ٱۡل ِج َّنِة َو ٱلَّناِس‬

From among the jinn and mankind.”

In light of the preceding Ayah, there are two possible interpretations for this one. The first explanation is that
Shaytaan speaks to men and jinn through whispers in their hearts; the second is that Shayateen, or the evil ones,
speak to mankind and jinn through whispers in order to deceive or mislead them.

(TASHREE) INTERPRETATION:
The Meccan period was when this chapter was revealed. It is one of the two verses in the Qur'an known as al-
Mu'awwidhatan (‫)المعوذتان‬, which some people translate as "the verses of refuge." The second is found in Surah al-
Falaq. This chapter talks about running to the Lord for defense and safety from the wickedness of the biggest
enemy, Iblees, and his demonic allies who work among humans and jinn.

To amass the excellence between beginning and ending, Allah began His book with Surah Al-Fatiha and
concluded it with the words of refuge. This is a lovely combination since the slave turns to Allah for assistance at
the start of every affair and returns to Him at its conclusion. Thus, in Surah Al-Fatiha, Allah begins the Qur'an,
and in Surah Al-Naas, Allah concludes the book by speaking of turning back to Him.

CONTENT OF SURAH:
Humans are constantly vulnerable to demonic temptations, and both human and Jinn Satans attempt to enter their
hearts. The more the devil's temptations are to lead him astray and away from the truth, the more highly esteemed
his social standing and level of knowledge are.

As a leader and an example, this Surah advises the holy Prophet (S) to seek refuge with Allah from the evil of all
temptations.

This Surah's content is consistent with Surah Falaq, the one before it.

The topic is additional to the one covered in the preceding Surah. Man is urged to use the name of Allah in both to
seek shelter with Him.

/rabb/, 'the Lord’.

yet, this Surah emphasizes the evil of internal, concealed tempters, whereas Surah Falaq mentions a variety of
exterior evils.

Although there is disagreement about whether this Surah is Medinan or Meccan, the sentences' overall tone is
more in line with previous Meccan Suras.

Given that Surah Falaq and this Surah were revealed simultaneously, as reported in Islamic narrations, and since
many scholars believe Surah Falaq to be Meccan, this Surah may also be regarded as Meccan.

THE PRIVILEGE OF EDUCATION - SURAH NAS

There are several stories about the benefits of reciting this, Surah. One such story claims that the holy Prophet (S)
fell very ill. Two of Allah’s greatest angels, Gabriel, and Michael appeared to him. Michael was seated close to
the feet of the holy Prophet (S), while Gabriel was seated next to his head. Michael read Surah Nas, then Gabriel
recited Surah Falaq, placing the Prophet (S) in Allah's sanctuary by doing so. 1

"He who recites Surah Falaq, Nas, and Ikhlas in his Watr2 prayer will be told 'O servant of Allah, rejoice that
Allah accepted your Watr prayer,'" according to a tradition from Imam Baqir (as), which was previously
mentioned.

It is remarkable that three of Allah's wonderful attributes—Lordship, Ownership, and Divinity—are highlighted
here. These three attributes are all intimately related to Man's education and deliverance from the clutches of the
devil.
Naturally, the goal of "taking refuge with Allah" is not for someone to only utter these words; rather, it is
something they should do with their thoughts, their faith, and their deeds. Reciting this Surah alone will not keep
someone who follows diabolical paths and gives in to temptation safe; instead, he must forgo diabolical routes,
diabolical programs, devilish minds and communications, devilish societies, and meetings, and travel the divine
paths.
By addressing Him as "the Lord of Mankind," he acknowledges His deity and submits to His rule.
Saying that he is "the King of Mankind" acknowledges that he is both His object and His submissive servant.
Saying that He is "the God of Mankind" puts him on the path of worshiping Him rather than other gods. The
one who genuinely believes in these three qualities and is qualified by them will, without a doubt, be protected
from the tricksters.
These three qualities serve as three crucial teaching points and three ways to protect man from the evil of
temptations.
"From among Jinn and Mankind,"
"From the evil of the sneaking whisperer,"
and "Who whispers evil into the hearts of Mankind."
The verb "waswas" has the infinitive meaning "to tempt," but it can also be used subjectively to indicate
"tempter," as in this stanza.
This term, /xannas/, comes from the verb /xunus/, which means 'to gather, to remain behind'. Since 'Satan' hides
himself behind the name of Allah and hiding is the act of remaining behind, the word has been used here to mean
'to hide'.
Saying, "I take refuge with Allah from the devilish tempter who flees and hides himself from the name of Allah,"
is the meaning of the verses.
In essence, the evildoers work covertly, occasionally whispering temptations into our ears to trick us into thinking
they are our own. It is precisely this kind of thinking that leads us wrong.
Satan's strategy is seductive; it presents injustice in the shape and name of justice, lies beneath the veneer of truth,
presents immorality as worship, and presents aberration as direction.
To put it succinctly, they are hidden, as are their dealings. This serves as a warning to all those who follow the
road of righteousness and truth, telling them not to expect to see Satans in their genuine form or to witness their
crooked operations. Their mission is to scheme, deceive, be mischievous, hypocritical, conduct fraud and deceit,
mimic the truth, and hide the right. They are known as "slinking whisperers."
The truth would become plain if they showed themselves in their true shape, spoke honestly and clearly, and
avoided blending good and wrong. As Hazrat Ali (as) states:
"The truth is that truth seekers would have quickly recognized falsehood and avoided it if it had been permitted to
exist apart from truth."
To gain influence over people, they consistently combine elements of truth and lie, as said by Amir-al-Mo'mineen
Ali (as), who is carrying on the previous sermon:
"...and Satan exploited this circumstance to seize total control over its adherents' minds."
The phrases
"whispers" and
The word "hearts" in the verse:
The phrase "Who whispers evil into the hearts of Mankind" highlights this point.
These are all on the one hand, and the following is on the other:
We learn from "From Jinn and Mankind" that.
The "slinking whisperer" is not limited to a certain group of people or class of Man with a certain sign; rather,
they can be found sporadically among Jinn and Man of all shapes and sizes in all societies. We ought to exercise
caution around them and seek solace in Allah from their wrongdoing.

Q 3. Write down a brief note on Six famous books of Hadith (Al-Sihah al-Sittah).
ANS. The six books known as Kutub al-Sitta (Arabic: ‫ ;الُكُتب ٱلِّس َّتة‬romanized: Al-Kutub as-Sitta, literally "the six
books") are compilations of hadith, or the sayings or deeds of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. They were put
together in the ninth century CE, roughly two centuries after the prophet Muhammad passed away. The term "The
Authentic Six" (al-Sihah al-Sittah) is occasionally used to refer to them. Since then, they have benefited from
almost universal recognition as a component of Sunni Islam's official canon.

Sunni Muslim jurisprudence disputes the contents of the sixth book. In the eleventh century, Ibn al-Qaisarani
formally categorized and described them, and he included Sunan ibn Majah in the list Al-Muwatta' is specifically
regarded by the Malikis and Ibn al-Athir as the sixth book. According to certain academics, Sunan al-Daraqutni is
the sixth book.
The six major hadith collections are considered the most significant by Sunni Muslims, albeit the Madhhabs differ
in terms of their order of authenticity:

1. Sahih Bukhari, compiled by Imam Bukhari (d. 256 AH, 870 CE), contains around 7,563 hadith
(approximately 2,600 without repetitions and about 7,563 with repetitions).
2. The 7,500 a hadith in Sahih Muslim—which was compiled by Muslim b. al-Hajjaj (d. 261 AH, 875 CE)—
include 3,033 ahadith without repetitions.
3. Al-Nasa'i (d. 303 AH, 915 CE) gathered Sunan al-Sughra, which has 5,270 ahadith (including repetitions).
4. Abu Dawood (d. 275 AH, 888 CE) gathered the 5,274 ahadith in Sunan Abu Dawood (including repetitions).
5. Sahih al-Tirmidhi, compiled by al-Tirmidhi (d. 279 AH, 892 CE), contains 4,400 ahadith (only 83 of which
are duplicated, even with repetitions).
6. Sunan ibn Majah has 4,341 a hadith (including repetitions), gathered by Ibn Majah (d. 273 AH, 887 CE).
The Six Authentic Books of Hadith are another name for these `Six Principal Works`. Except for Sahih al-Bukhari
and Sahih Muslim, which contain all authentic hadiths, the bulk of the hadiths contained in these six books are
acceptable and authentic, however not all of them are authentic and authentic. As a result, each Hadith found in
the final four books is evaluated independently rather than as a Hadith that was taken from one of the genuine six
books.

1. SAHIH AL-BUKHARI
The Glorious Quran is regarded as the most authentic book, with this one coming in second. Out of around
600,000 narrations, the author chose 9,082 [or, if the repetitions are removed, 2,062] to include in this
compilation. The book is divided into sections based on subjects, most of which are Qur'anic excerpts and some
which are taken from various Ahadith. The stringent requirements set forth in order for a Hadith to be included in
this book make it unique as well. These requirements include the need for each narrator to possess exceptionally
high standards of character, accuracy, reliability, memory, literary excellence, and academic standing, as well as
positive proof of their interactions, exchanges of knowledge, and instruction with one another.
Abu Abdillah Muhammad ibn Ismail ibn Ibrahim ibn al-Mughirah ibn Bardizbah al-Ju`fi al-Bukhari is the author
of this work. His birthday is Shawwal 13, 194 AH. He passed away on the eve of Eid in 256 AH in Bukhara. He
was originally from Persia. He was blind when he was a baby, but his mother's prayer helped him restore his
vision. After his father, a Hadith scholar himself, passed away when Imam al-Bukhari was still a baby, his mother
had raised him. He started studying Hadith even before he became ten years old. Among the 1080 Hadith scholars
from whom Imam al-Bukhari collected Ahadith are scholars such as {Ali ibn al-Madini and Ishīq bin Rahawayh.
Among the places he visited were Syria, Egypt, Jazirah, Hijaz, Iraq, and Nishapur. He once ran out of money and
had to survive by eating the leaves of wild plants.

2. SAHIH MUSLIM
Most people rank Sahih al-Bukhari as being superior to this work, although others even think it is equal to or even
better than it. The author tried to provide just those Ahadith that were accepted as authentic by all parties. Legal
extraction is not the book's main topic. However, the book's reputation stems from its veracity and meticulous
consideration of mutaba`at and shawahid. Abul Hasayn Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj ibn Dawud ibn Kaushad al-Qushayri
al-Nishaburi is the author of this work. He was born in 204 AH, or the years 202 and 206 AH, in the well-known
Khurasan city of Nishapur. have additionally been brought up).
Around the age of 14, he started studying Hadith and traveled to Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Persia, and the Hijaz. Imam
Ahmad ibn Hanbal, Imam Bukhari, and Ishaq bin Rahawayh were some of his tutors. Abu Bakr Ibn Khuzaymah,
Abu Hatim Razi, Abu Isa Tirmidhi, and others were among his pupils. The reason behind his demise provides
insight into his absorption and fixation with learning. He was once questioned about a certain Hadith that he was
unable to recall. When he got home, he realized he had eaten an entire bag of dates while looking for the Hadith.
He finally died because of this. When he died in 261 AH, he was buried in Nasir Abad, which is outside of
Nishapur.

3. SUNAN AL-SUGHRA
This book stands out for the way it documents the differences between different chains and versions of the Hadith
and fixes narrators' errors. Abu Abd al-Rahman Ahmad ibn Shu`ayb al-Khurasani al-Nasa`i was the author. He
passed away in 303 AH, having been born in Nasa~, a city in Khurasan, in 215 AH. His memory of Hadith was
extremely accurate. When he was fifteen years old, he started going abroad for education, visiting countries
including Iraq, Syria, Egypt, and the Hijaz. Qutaybah ibn Sa'id, Imam Abu Dawud, Imam Bukhari, and Is`haq bin
Rahawayh were among his professors.

4. SUNAN ABU DAWOOD

Out of a total of 500,000 Hadiths, around 4800 are included in this book. To make it easy to use, the author just
included one or two Hadiths in each chapter. Regarding legal prophetic traditions, it seems to be among the best
and most complete. Abu Dawud Sulayman ibn Ash`ath ibn Is`haq al-Sijistani was the author. Sistan is where he
was born (also known as Sijistan or Sijz). He died at Basrah in 275 AH. He was born in 202 AH. When he was
less than twenty years old, he started his quest to gather Hadith. He visited Egypt, Tarsus, Rayy, Iraq, Hijaz, Syria,
Persia, and Khurasan. He spent the first four years of his life in Basra and most of it in Baghdad. Among his more
than 300 tutors were Yahya ibn Ma`in and Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal.

5. JAMI` AL-TIRMIDHI
There are 3,956 customs total among the 50 sub-books (kitab) in this book. The completion date was 270 AH.
This book stands out for three reasons: 1. The prophetic traditions are gathered in a methodical manner; 2. Early
scholars' legal judgments regarding the subject matter of the Hadith given are mentioned; 3. The quality, grading
[authentic or good or weak], and defect [if any] of the traditions are discussed. It is Abu Isa Muhammad ibn Isa
ibn Sawra ibn Musa al-Tirmidhi's well-known composition. He passed away in 279 AH after being born in 209
AH. It is quite likely that he left his homeland before 250 AH and started his educational travels abroad in 235
AH. Imam Bukhari, Imam Muslim, and Imam Abu Dawud were among his tutors. However, Imam al-Bukhari had
a significant influence on him.

6. SUNAN IBN MAJAH

This book has 4,341 narrations, 1,500 chapters, and 32 sub-books—of which 3002 have also been documented by
the authors of the other five volumes. In terms of authenticity, it receives the lowest rating out of the six books.
But what sets it apart is how elegantly the chapters and sub-books are arranged, and how little repetition there is.
Abu Abdillah Muhammad ibn Yazid ibn Abdillah ibn Majah al-Rib`i al-Qazwini was the author. He passed away
in 273 AH, having been born in the Iranian city of Qazvin in 209 AH. He visited Khurasan, Rayy, Iraq, Syria, the
Hijaz, Egypt, and other locations on his study trips. Sultan Muhammad al-Tanafasi (d. 233 AH.) was one of his
tutors.

Q 4. Write down the translation and interpretation of given hadith. ‫َخ ْيُر ُك ْم َم ْن َتَعَّلَم ْالُقْر آَن َو َع َّلَم ُه‬
Ans. TRANSLATION:
 ‫َخ ْيُر ُك ْم َم ْن َتَعَّلَم ْالُقْر آَن َو َع َّلَم ُه‬
The Prophet (‫ )ﷺ‬said, "The most superior among you (Muslims) are those who learn the
Qur'an and teach it."
INTERPRETATION (TASHEER)
{Uthman's narration, Prophet Muhammad (‫ )ﷺ‬declared, " The most superior among you (Muslims)
are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it." (Bukhari).
This Hadith emphasizes the value of memorizing the Qur'an by showing that the best individuals are
those who are connected to it through studying it and sharing its insightful knowledge.
All other speech is inferior to the Qur'an. The Prophet Muhammad (‫ )ﷺ‬is reported by Abu Musa Al-Ashari to
have remarked, for example, that the example of a believer who recites the Qur'an is like a citron that tastes and
smells delicious. Furthermore, a believer who does not recite the Qur'an is like a fruit that tastes nice but is
odorless. Furthermore, a dissolute evil individual reciting the Qur'an is comparable to sweet basil, or Raihana,
which has a pleasant aroma but a bitter flavor. Furthermore, a dissolute wicked individual who refuses to recite
the Qur'an is comparable to a colocynth, which has no smell and tastes bitter." (Bukhari).
GET EDUCATED ON ISLAM AS A RELIGION
The Holy Quran is the best source from which to learn about Islam because it is the unadulterated word of Allah
(SWT) and has not been altered, added, or removed. The words of Allah are found in the Quran.
"And the word of your Lord has been fulfilled in truth and in justice," declares Allah (SWT) in the Holy Quran.
He is the Hearing and the Knowing, and no one can change what He has said. (Quran 6:115)
THERE ARE SUBSTANTIAL BENEFITS TO TEACHING THE QURAN.
Islam places a high value on teaching everyone the Quran. It is imperative for Muslims to make sure their kids
pick up the art of reciting the Holy Qur'an.
According to the words of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), "On the Day of Qiyaamah, the parents of those who
learned the Qur'an and followed its laws will have a crown placed on their heads that is so brilliant that it will
outshine the sun's brilliance that enters your homes." What role, in your opinion, will the individual who studied
the Qur'an and behaved in accordance with it have then? [Abu Dawood and Ahmad]
There are many reasons to familiarize yourself with the Quran:
1. Knowing the Quran puts you in the correct direction.
Almighty Allah's words can be found in the Holy Quran, which serves as a source of guidance for all people.
Understanding the Quran will enable you to prosper in this life as well as the next by helping you make the right
choices and go the right route.
The Quran is an unquestionable source of instruction for people who are aware of Allah, as stated by Allah (SWT)
in Quran 2:1.
2. Gaining knowledge of the Quran helps us comprehend why we are here.
Numerous verses in the Noble Quran discuss the beginnings of human beings and the universe, and they provide
guidance on living a life intended to serve the Almighty Allah.
Almighty Allah states, "He created death and life to test you as to which of you is best indeed," in the Holy Quran.
(Surat 67:2)
3. Comprehending the Quran strengthens one's faith (Iman).
Without a question, the Quran is a fantastic source of direction for practicing Islam.
"And when a surah is revealed, some of them ask, 'which of you did this increase him in Iman?'" states Almighty
Allah in the Holy Quran. For those that believe, it strengthened their faith in Iman, and they are happy. (Quran
9:124).
4. Gaining knowledge of the Quran improves your standing with Allah.
Learn the Quran, become an expert in it, and then impart it to others if you wish to be counted among Allah's
chosen ones. This is based on the traits of the followers of the prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
The prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stated: "Those who learn and teach the Qur'an are the best among you
(Muslims) in this regard." (Bukhari).
5. Heart purification.
Reciting the Quran helps Muslims cleanse their hearts by removing any pollutants that may have adhered to them.
In the Quran, Almighty Allah declares, "O mankind! For those who believe in guidance and mercy, your Lord has
sent you a warning and healed the (diseases) in your heart. (Quran 10:57)

Q 5. List the names of the four most significant angels along with a brief description of their
responsibilities and other angelic duties.
Ans. Angels are referred to as Malaika in Arabic, which means "to support and aid." Angels in Islam are said to
have been created to worship Allah and obey His orders, according to the Qur'an.
‫َٰٓل‬
‫َوِهَّلِل َيْسُج ُد َم ا ِفى ٱلَّس َٰم َٰو ِت َوَم ا ِفى ٱَأْلْر ِض ِم ن َد ٓاَّبٍة َو ٱْلَم ِئَك ُة َو ُهْم اَل َيْس َتْك ِبُروَن‬
“And to Allah prostrates whatever is in the heavens and on the earth of creatures. And the angels [as well],
and they are not arrogant.

‫َيَخ اُفوَن َرَّبُهم ِّم ن َفْو ِقِهْم َو َيْفَعُلوَن َم ا ُيْؤ َم ُروَن‬

They fear their Lord above them and do what they are commanded.” [Surat An-Nahl 16:49-50]

Features of angels according to Islam:

According to Islam, angels were formed by Allah from light. They have existed for a very long time, even before
man. Angels are not endowed with free will, unlike humans. They don't sleep, eat, or drink. There is no gender for
them. Since the day of their creation, these devoted animals have worshipped Allah. According to the Holy Quran,
angels:
"They follow Allah's instructions exactly; they do not disobey what they are commanded" (Quran 66:6).
They have been made to worship Allah and carry out their given responsibilities in both the visible and invisible
realms. Allah alone is aware of the total number of angels in the universe. Allah has endowed His angels with
immense powers so that they might carry out their duties.

FOUR IMPORTANT ANGELS AND THEIR ROLES ARE RECOGNIZED IN ISLAM.

The Quran lists several angels by name. The following lists the four angels recognized in Islam along with an
explanation of their duties:

1. HAZRAT GABRIEL (AS):

Gabriel (AS) is an angel with the responsibility of conveying the messages of Allah to his prophets. He was the
angel that appeared to Hazrat Maryam (AS) to inform her of Hazrat Isa's (AS) good news. When the Prophet
Muhammad (PBUH) was meditating in the cave of Hira, he appeared before him carrying the message of Allah.
After that, he would go see the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in many human guises. Hazrat Gabriel (AS) has
been referred to as ruh al-Amin, ruh al-Qudus, and rasulun karim in the Holy Quran.

2. HAZRAT ISRAFEEL (AS):

The angel tasked with sounding the trumpet on the Day of Judgment is known as Hazrat Israfeel (AS). He goes by
the name Trumpet, the angel of Soor. Twice will he sound the trumpet. The first time would see the coming of
Doomsday. Everyone will be raised from the dead after the second stroke.

3. HAZRAT AZRAEL (AS):

Hazrat Azrael (AS), sometimes referred to as Malak-ul-Maut, has been tasked with the responsibility of removing
the soul from the body upon death. Says the Holy Quran: "The Angel of Death, put in charge of you, will (duly)
take your souls: then shall ye be brought back to your Lord." (Surah al-Sajda)

4. HAZRAT MIKAIL (AS):

By divine decree, Hazrat Mikail (AS) is the angel of Allah tasked with preserving the natural cycles that support
life on Earth. These chores include regulating the prayers of Allah's creations, bringing about seasonal changes,
pouring down rain, and blowing wind.
These four angels are the main ones who carry out some of the main tasks that Allah has given them permission to
do. But there are also a lot of other angels, including Kiraman Katibin's angels. Each human has a specific angel
assigned to him to keep a record of his actions. The angel on the right shoulder records good deeds, whereas the
angel on the left shoulder records bad deeds. On the Day of Judgment, these angels will provide Allah with the
record of the individual's behavior throughout his life. In a similar vein, angels can appear to the deceased in his
tomb. Nakir and Munkir are the names of these angels.
According to Islam, some angels have duties in this world that only Allah is aware of. Thus, the days and the
oceans are ruled by angels in Islam. In Islam, the angels are tasked with performing numerous other tasks,
including controlling the winds.
Everything that takes place in the universe. And which, daily, occurs there exclusively by order of Allah.
According to Islam, angels do whatever assignments Allah gives them to complete.
In conclusion, Allah created an infinite number of angels as evidence of His divine power and the beauty of His
creation for the believers.