Front (Question / Topic)
Back (Atomic Answer)
Why was Ali (RA) the first child convert?
He was raised in the Prophet’s (PBUH) home to lighten Abu Talib’s financial burden.
Relationship to the Prophet (PBUH)
First cousin and son-in-law (married Hazrat Fatima RA).
Role in the First Two Caliphates
Member of the Majlis-e-Shura (Consultative Council).
Duration of Vacant Caliphate
3 days after the martyrdom of Hazrat Uthman (RA).
Primary Challenge of Ali’s Caliphate
Finding the killers of Uthman (RA) amidst chaos and rebellion.
Reason for dismissing Muawiyah (RA)
Ali (RA) believed governors’ negligence allowed the discord (fitna) to grow.
Battle of Jamal (Cause/Outcome)
Dispute over Qisas (retribution); won by Ali (RA); Hazrat Aisha (RA) sent home with honor.
Battle of Siffin (Opponent)
Amir Muawiyah (RA) and the Syrian army.
The Arbitration Result
Arbitrators suggested removing both leaders, but the announcement caused chaos and no result.
Capital Change
Ali (RA) moved the capital from Medina to Kufa (Iraq).
Martyrdom of Hazrat Ali (RA)
21st Ramadan, 40 AH; attacked by Ibn Muljam (a Kharijite) during Fajr.
“Paradise lies beneath her feet”
The Prophet’s (PBUH) statement regarding the mother.
Definition of “Taqwa”
Walking carefully through a thorny/muddy path to keep one’s clothes (soul) clean.
“Rahmat-ul-lil-Aalameen”
Title of the Prophet (PBUH) meaning “Mercy for all the worlds.”
The Daws Tribe Incident
Prophet (PBUH) refused to pray against them; instead prayed for their guidance.
Selflessness (Ithaar) Example
Denying a servant to his daughter Fatima (RA) until the orphans of Badr were provided for.
Equality at Badr
Prophet (PBUH) refused to waive the ransom for his own uncle, Hazrat Abbas (RA).
Treatment of Slaves
”"”They are your brothers… Feed them what you eat and clothe them with what you wear.”"”Front (Question / Topic)
Why is man called a “Khalifa”?
Because he is a trustee/vicegerent, not the actual owner; everything belongs to Allah.
Definition of “Worship” in daily life
Any worldly task (like earning a living) done according to the command of Allah.
“Silah-e-Rahmi” (Real Excellence)
Treating relatives with kindness even if they sever ties with you (not just reciprocating).
Inheritance Rights
Fixed by Allah in the Quran; it is obligatory to fulfill them and a sin to deprive relatives.
Prophet’s (PBUH) Habit: Own Work
Despite having devoted companions, he preferred to do his own work with his own hands.
