The Qur'an
GCE Islamic Religious Studies

a) Define the term 'Wahy' (Revelation) as used in Islamic theology. (3 marks) b) Describe THREE modes through which the Qur'an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). (6 marks) c) Explain the signif…

a) Identify and explain FOUR internal qualities of the Qur'an that establish its divine origin and distinguish it from all other scriptures. (8 marks) b) Outline the steps taken by Caliph Uthman ibn A…

The compilation of the Qur'an into a single standardized manuscript (Mushaf) during the caliphate of Uthman ibn Affan was necessitated primarily by

Which of the following correctly describes the term 'Tartil' as used in relation to Qur'anic recitation?

The Qur'anic term for the 'opening chapter' of the Qur'an, which is also called 'Umm al-Kitab', is

Which of the following statements about the Makkan and Madinan Surahs is CORRECT?

The Qur'an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) over a period of approximately

The Qur'an contains a total of

Which of the following Qur'anic Surahs does NOT begin with the Basmalah ('Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim')?

The initial compilation of the Qur'an into a written manuscript was commissioned by which Caliph, following the advice of Umar ibn al-Khattab?

The science that deals with the circumstances or occasions of the revelation of Qur'anic verses is known as

The first Surah to be revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is