Islamic Studies

The literal meaning of the word 'Hadith' in Arabic is 'speech' or 'message'. It refers to the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad. Among the given options, 'Message' is the closest and most accurate meaning.

The verse “وَقُلْ رَّبِّ زِدۡنِىۡ عِلۡمًا” (Say, "My Lord, increase me in knowledge") is from Surah Ta-Ha (20:114). This is a well-known supplication in the Quran asking Allah for increased knowledge.

Hazrat Khadija and Hazrat Abu Talib both died in 619 A.D., a year known as the Year of Sorrow in Islamic history due to the Prophet Muhammad's personal losses.

The Quran explicitly mentions four angels by name: Jibril (Gabriel), Mikail (Michael), Israfil, and Azrael. While other angels are referenced, these four are the primary ones named, making 'Four' the correct answer.

The Mosque of Zarar was a mosque built by hypocrites in Medina with the intention to harm the Prophet Muhammad. He ordered its demolition to prevent its misuse. The other mosques listed were not demolished by the Prophet.

Historical Islamic sources confirm that the marriage proposal (Nikah message) to Khadija (R.A) was carried by her close friend Nafisa (also spelled Nufaysa or Nufesah). Nafisa approached Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Khadija's behalf to convey the proposal. This is well documented in traditional Seerah literature and Islamic historical accounts. The other options (Fatima, Nafeesa, Sobia) are not historically noted to have played this role. The question's original answer and explanation are accurate and supported by reliable sources.

The act of traveling seven times between Mount Safa and Mount Marwah during Hajj is called 'Sayee'. This ritual commemorates Hagar's search for water for her son Ishmael.

The word 'Hurrirah' in Arabic means 'female goat.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Goat.'

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) selected 30 skillful archers to stay on the mountain side during the Battle of Uhud to protect the rear of the Muslim army. This number is well-documented in Islamic history.

Historical Islamic sources, including hadith and seerah literature, record that a Jewish woman named Zaynab bint Al-Harith from the tribe of Khaybar attempted to assassinate the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by poisoning a roasted lamb (or goat) after the Battle of Khaybar. She prepared the poisoned meat as an act of revenge for the deaths of her relatives in the battle. The Prophet (PBUH) tasted the meat but did not swallow it, while one of his companions, Bishr ibn al-Bara, ate some and later died from the poisoning. The woman confessed to the act and was subsequently executed. None of the other options (Ayesha, Razia, Fatima) are historically associated with this event. Therefore, the correct answer is C: Zainab.