Sawm (Fasting)
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In which Hijri year was fasting made obligatory?
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2 A.H.
Explanation
Fasting (Sawm) during Ramadan was made obligatory in the 2nd year of Hijrat.
What does the word Sawm literally mean?
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To abstain or refrain
Explanation
Sawm literally means 'to abstain' or 'to refrain' from speech, food, and drink.
Which is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar?
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Ramadan
Explanation
Ramadan is the ninth month, during which Muslims fast and the Quran was first revealed.
What is the spiritual seclusion during the last ten days of Ramadan?
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Itikaf
Explanation
Itikaf is the spiritual retreat where Muslims spend the final ten days of Ramadan in a mosque.
Which night is described as better than a thousand months?
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Laylat-ul-Qadr
Explanation
Laylat-ul-Qadr (The Night of Power) is honored in Surah Al-Qadr as superior to a thousand months.
What is the compensation for permanent inability to fast called?
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Fidya
Explanation
Fidya is the compensation paid by feeding a needy person for each missed fast due to old age or illness.