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Adab in Seeking Knowledge

Adab is a concept in Islamic ethical principles. It is generally understood as displaying commendable characters or manners in our life. There are five (5) adab in seeking knowledge.

1. Sincere Intentions

- to attain the pleasure of Allah.

2. Firm and Strong Determination

- optimistic regardless the difficulty and duration of a journey.

3. Humility and Respect

- admit mistakes and apologise.

4. Patience and Perseverance

- helps overcome difficulties and challenges in their pursuit of knowledge.

5. Acquisition of knowledge from the scholars

- refer to people of knowledge in all circumstances.

6. Observance of Adab in "Gathering of Knowledge"

- adhering the proper etiquette and acting upon the knowledge.

How to interect with the Quran ?

It is significant for us as Muslims to always interact with the Quran, the primary and fundamental source of knowledge.

1. Sense the greatness of the words

2. Avoid what prevents you from understanding

- it is related to the four level of perceptions which is Al-Wahm, Al-Shak, Al-Zann and lastly Al-Yaqin, the only level of perception recognised as knowledge.

3. Contemplate the Quran

- it is related to tadabbur and tafakkur.

4. Capture the light of the Quran

- it is related to the existence of emotions such as amaze and fear by reading the Quran to gain blessings from Allah.

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To be honest, I'm so nervous thinking about this ibadah camp since I don't have many friends, but thanks to Allah, I found my usrah friends who really like to interact and fun ! It is a new experience for me to implement Qiamullail prayer at the mosque. Apparently, it's not that bad. So, during the ibdah camp, we learn three (3) things. Firstly, Iqra' and Amanah. Secondly, Self-reflection (Rahmatan Lil Alamin). Lastly, 'Khair' in Action.

1. Iqra' and Amanah (Trust)

T - Trust in Divine Wisdom

R - Resilience

U - Unexpected Obstacles

S - Seeking Genuine Guidance

T - Thoughtful Engagement

Therefore, we should take care of our amanah towards Allah, Oneself, Other people or society, Other creations, and also Nature.

2. Self-reflection (Rahmatan Lil Alamin)

3. 'Khair' in Action

Kh - Khalifah (vicegerant or steward) : based governance.

A - Amanah : based implementation.

I - Iqra' (the first commandment of Allah for the Muslims) : development of latest knowledge and technology.

R - Rahmatan Lil Alamin : all inclusive Rahmatan Lil Alamin development.

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Name : Dhiya Aimi Farisha binti Abdul Karim

Matric Number : 241525

Email address : dhiyaaimi12@gmail.com

Hello everyone, welcome to Dhiya Aimi's portfolio space where an introvert person meets a whole lot of extrovert people !!! So, i was born on 12th March 2006 in Ipoh,Perak. Proud to be Perakians ! I'm the eldest child of four siblings which is exhausted for me haha kidding but not kidding. I'm currently in my second semester of foundation in Malay Language for International Communication (MACOM) although I'm not interested in interecting or socialising with other people a lot. However, if you have a close relationship with me, then you will always laugh until your gums dry since I'm quite funny !

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Hadith Jibril

Today, we learn about Hadith Jibril in more detail by examining and appreciating the verses of the hadith. So, who is Jibril ? According to the hadith, Jibril is a man that dressed in extremely white clothes and very black hair. Thus, no one knows Him. The hadith tells the story of Jibril where he came to the Prophet to ask some questions, at the same time justify the answer given by the Prophet. Moreover, the hadith touches on three things which are the pillars of Islam, the pillars of Iman and also the sign of Hour.

The pillars of Islam (5)

1. Recite two words of kalimah shahadah

2. Perform five times of prayer

3. Fasting in Ramadan

4. Pay zakat

5. Perform Hajj

The pillars of Iman (6)

1. Belief in Alllah

2. Belief in the angels

3. Belief in the Books

4. Belief in the Prophets

5. Belief in the Day of Judgement

6. Belief in God's predestination (al-qaḍāʾ wa l-qadar)

The signs of Hour

Consequently, there are four major lessons that can be learned through the hadith Jibril.

1. To be reliable and loyal

- For example, Saidina Omar not only focused in worshipping Allah, but also knowing and aware or caring about the surrounding situation in life.

2. To have manners

- For instance, the decent apparel showed by Malaikat Jibril.

- Sheikh Abd Al-Fattah Abu Ghuddah said Adab is very important because it is the outward display and message to people as to what the faith is.

3. Have balance spiritually, physically and intelectually

- Islam : cultural actions of our faith

- Iman : intellectual foundation that He have

- Ihsan : worship as if you see Him, even though you don't, you know that he sees you.

4. Understanding that there's limits to knowledge

- Greatest destruction that destroy humans occured because we don't recognise our limits to our knowledge.

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Pillars of Iman

Today, we learn about the first three pillars of Iman in more depth which is important and should be known by us as Muslims to ensure the well-being of life and also to gain the pleasure of Allah. So, there are belief in Allah, the Angels and the Books.

1. Belief in Allah

- It related to Tawhid which means the oneness of God.

- Allah is independent and does not need any support.

- He also has no father and has no son or daughter.

- It denotes that Allah is the only One who deserves submission, worship and absolute obedience from the creatures including human beings, angels and animals.

- For instance in Surah Al-Fatihah and Surah Al-Ikhlas, it's already mentioned about the oneness of Allah.

2. Belief in the Angels

- Allah created the Angels not because he depends on them, but instead it is to teach humans about cooperation in an organisation to be more systematic.

- This shows and proves the power of Allah where He is The Almighty in this universe.

- The angels have various tasks that have been divided and they always watch over people in the universe.

- For example in Surah Al-Intifaar, verses 18-24 which tells about the Angels.

3. Belief in the Books

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Pillars of Iman

Today, we continue our lesson by learning about the last three pillars of Iman. Firstly, belief in the Prophets of Allah. Secondly, belief in the Last Day (The Day of Resurrection). And lastly, belief in the decree of Allah (Taqdeer).

1. Belief in the Prophets of Allah

- Prophet means a person chosen by Allah as the guidance for the mankind.

1. Rasool : Messenger

2. Nabi : One who gives news unknown to people.

- Definition : affirm believe that Allah sent His messanger to every nation to call upon them to worship Allah alone.

- Basic Functions of Prophets : bring people closer to Allah.

*obedience to Prophets = obedience to Allah

2. Belief in the Last Day (The Day of Resurrection)

- There are no other revealed book draws such a vivid picture of life afterdeath.

- The dead will be resurricated and accountable for thei deeds in the world.

- Hell : temporary abode

- Heaven : everlasting

- Syukur, Sabar and Reda is some characteristics for us to earn rewards and gain pleasure of Allah, while Hasad is the characteristic that could consume all good deeds.

3. Belief in the Decree of Allah (Taqdeer)

Qadar : knew, predetermined, planned perfectly

1. Mubram : unchangable (Luh Mahfuz)

2. Muallaq : changeable

Qada' : judge, obtained, executed perfectly

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Ihsan and Aschotology

For today, we learn about Ihsan and Aschotology which I rarely hear about it. And after that, my group which is blackwidow presented our beautiful poster about the six pillars of faith that we as Muslims should know and stick to the matter. So, let's take a deeper look at our lesson for today.

1. Ihsan : excellent (feel watched by Allah or believe that He is watching us everywhere and everytime)

2. Aschotology : more about the narration of the end of the world or Doomsday (every action in the world has its own effect and will be judged by Allah)

Minor signs of the Doomsday

- The land of Arab becomes green

- Attack on Medina

Major signs of the Doomsday

- Dukhan

- Dajjal

- Prophet Isa

- Yakjuj and Makjuj

- Dabbah ( a type of animal )

- The sun rises in the west

Characteristics of Imam Mahdi

- Broad forehead

- Pointed nose

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Adab

For today, we already learned and discussed about Adab in our daily life. For instance, Adab towards our parents, neighbours, society and also Adab as a student. Other than that, we also do the roleplay at the end of the class. My friends and I were absolutely enjoy, at the same time have fun for today.

What is Adab ?

- to endure

- to refine

- to discipline

- process (something that can be established)

- reflection of our life

- good manners, morals and appropriate action derived from Divine Revelation (Islamic Teachings)

Difference between Adab and Akhlaq

Akhlaq :-

- moral philosophy

- qualities that reside in the heart (why that action is proper and improper)

Adab :-

- outward practices

- outward behaviour that people show (addresses what is proper and improper)

Adab to Parents

- Surah Maryam, verses 41-50.

- These verses tell the story of Prophet Ibrahim with his father where he reprimanded his father's idolatry and reminded him to leave the deviation and return to the right path which is worship only to Allah.

- However, his father did not want to worship Allah and banished Prophet Ibrahim.

- But, Prophet Ibrahim still showed his love for his father by praying for his father to receive the right guidance from Allah.

Adab towards Neighbours

- smile, greet and speak softly to neighbours.

- respect neighbours's privacy.

- don't make excessive noises.

- be considerate and help each others.

Adab to Society

- keep the surroundings clean.

- smile and show respect to others.

Adab as a Student

- come early to class.

- respect to the teachers or lecturers.

- respect to the knowledge conveyed.

- do not be arrogant towards people who impart the knowledge.

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Overall, the class was fun too, although at first some people including me were a bit awkward to interact in the class. However, over time, everyone get used to getting along with each other even a little. Moreover, at the end of each class, there must be an activity such as answering questions related to the learning of the day. As a result, the class become more lively and enthusiastic to do a task or activity well together with group members. In terms of the facilitator which is Rara, she is very enthusiastic and good at teaching in front of the class. Other than that, she is also not arrogant when imparting knowledge to us. Besides, she also learns together with us in the class. However, I hope Rara will be more punctual in starting classes and fine those who are late attend the class without a reasonable reason. For me, it is unfair when other students can come late to class at their will, affecting and disrupting others students' concentration but no action is taken. But overall, Rara is a very sporting facilitator and does't mind to help other students with the task given in the class.

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Alhamdulillah, first of all, I managed to gain new knowledge as well as strengthen the knowledge I already have through this class. Other than that, I also got to improve myself to be a good Muslim and obey to Allah, at the same time getting pleasure from Him either in this world or in the Hereafter by practicing what we have learned throughout the usrah class. Moreover, I had the opportunity to build relationships with friends from other courses and we were able to go through learning sessions together. One more thing, I was able to increase my self-confidence and also improve my soft skills little by little through this class, especially when participating in camp worship where there were other usrah groups. Last but not least, I really enjoy and have fun with this class and hope to meet other friends at the next usrah.

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Nature and Sustainability in Islam

Today is the last day of usrah class. So, we learned briefly about nature and sustainability in Islam. After that, we have a sharing session where everyone can give words and also tell stories about their life experiences. Everyone cooperated well to do the activity, at the same time there were those who cried, happy, sad and so on when listening to the stories. With that, I feel happy because the class is finally over, at the same time I fell a little sad because I can no longer interact with the other friends in this class.

What is Nature ?

- a sign of Allah's existence

- Allah's gift to His creatures

- we as khalifah in this world need to look after and preserve the environment well.

What is Sustainability ?

- a core principle of Islam

- the Quran and Hadith provide a guidance on how to live in this world sustainably.

The causes of Environmental Destruction

- illegal logging

- garbage disposal everywhere

- discharge of toxic waste into the river

- irresponsible attitude of individuals and also society

The effects of Environmental Destruction

- causing many diseases such as heat stroke, red eyes, shortness of breath and Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)

- can cause natural disasters such as landslides and flash floods

- causing the environmental balance to be affected

Individual role in taking care of the environment

- keep the surroundings clean

- throw garbage in the right place

- practice reuse, reduce and recycle (3R) every time you want to dispose garbage

Community role in taking care of the environment

- do joint-work activities to clean the residential areas

- conduct a campaign to spread awareness about environmental protection

- arrest or fine those who are found littering everywhere

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Reasons and Sources of Hikmah from Ibadah

For today, we learned about reasons and resources of hikmah from ibadah we do in our daily life. It focuses more on the five pillars of Islam that we are obliged to follow as Muslims.

1. Syahadah (الشهادة)

- "I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah."

- it lays the foundation of faith and Muslim identity by uniting all believers under one Creator and one final messenger.

2. Solat (الصلاة)

- the obligatory prayers are five times a day.

- instills discipline, keeps the soul connected to God daily, and acts as a shield against immoral actions.

- glorify and build a relationship with Allah as stated in surah Al-Ankabut which emphasizes us to avoid evil and adultery by performing prayers.

3. Puasa (الصيام)

- fasting in the month of Ramadan.

- trains self-restraint, fosters empathy for the poor, and purifies both soul and body.

- Allah will forgive all sins if a person fasts with full faith and sincerity.

4. Zakat (الزكاة)

- giving away part of your wealth to those in need.

- purifies wealth, nurtures generosity, reduces inequality, and strengthens the Muslim economy.

- the giver can purify wealth and eliminate arrogance and boastfulness, meanwhile the recipient can receive benefits and increase gratitude in themselves.

5. Haji (الحج)

- performing the Hajj to Mecca for those who can afford it.

- an invitation from Allah that not everyone will receive because what distinguishes humans is the nature of piety within them.

- strengthens global Muslim unity, renews spiritual commitment, and manifests total submission to Allah.

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Usrah and Ibadah

For today, we first met face to face and had an introduction session in class. Then, we learned briefly about worship as a Muslim.

Pillars of Usrah

1. Taaruf (تعارف)

- getting to know one another to build familiarity and understanding.

2. Tafahhum (تفاهم)

- deep understanding and not just knowing, but truly empathizing.

3. Taawun (تعاون)

- cooperation and mutual support in doing good.

4. Takaful (تكافل)

- mutual responsibility which means carrying the burdens and challenges together.

Types of Ibadah

1. Ibadah Khassah (عبادة خاصة)

- acts of worship whose form is strictly prescribed by Islamic law which means every pillar, condition, timing and manner is fixed, leaving no room for personal alteration such as the five pillars of Islam.

2. Ibadah ‘Ammah (عبادة عامة)

- any permissible deed, done with the intention to please Allah and within Islamic etiquette that aimed for enriching life and earning His pleasure such as seeking and sharing knowledge.

The main elements in worship

1. Set a right intention (النية الصحيحة)

- every act of worship must begin with a sincere intention and done purely for Allah, not for people’s praise or worldly gain.

2. Right Amal (العمل الصالح)

- worship must follow the correct method as taught by Prophet Muhammad SAW by fulfilling all required conditions, pillars, and etiquette.

3. Ihsan (الإحسان)

- performing worship with full consciousness, as if we see Allah, and if not, knowing that He surely sees us.

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The virtues of prayer with khusyu'

For today, we learned about the virtues of prayer with khusyu' that we can obtain. These things are important to obtain the pleasure of Allah and also ensure the well-being of our life.

1. Obedience (الطاعة)

- obeying Allah sincerely and consistently through prayer.

- khusyu’ prayer teaches us to obey Allah’s commands sincerely and promptly.

- it also builds personal discipline and submission.

- as stated in surah At-Taha : "And establish prayer for My remembrance."

2. Jihad (الجهاد)

- striving against distractions, laziness, and the ego.

- fighting laziness, distractions, and desires during prayer is a form of inner jihad (striving) against the ego (nafs).

3. Humility (التواضع)

- lowering oneself in humility before Allah.

- in khusyu’ prayer, we bow and prostrate in full humility, admitting our weakness before Allah.

- it also helps to shape a humble heart.

- sujud (prostration) is the ultimate symbol of humility.

4. Self-reflection (المحاسبة)

- reflecting on one’s spiritual state during prayer.

- khusyu’ prayer offers moments of reflection : "Am I sincere?", "Am I improving?".

- it builds awareness of our spiritual state since prayer is the truest mirror of our heart.

5. Modesty (العفة)

- guarding oneself from sin through inner control developed in prayer.

- khusyu’ develops ‘iffah which refers to the ability to control desires, guard the tongue, eyes, and body from sin.

- as stated in surah Al-'Ankabut : "Indeed, prayer prevents from shameful and evil deeds."

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Preparing prayer with khusyu'

Today, we are learning about how to prepare for a prayer that is sincere because we know that prayer is a pillar of religion and it is important for us to do it correctly.

1. Taharah (الطهارة)

- the state of physical and ritual cleanliness which meanas being free from impurities (najis) and states of impurity (hadas).

The body

- ensure the body is free from physical impurities like urine, blood, or filth.

- Wudu' is also part of bodily cleanliness to remove minor ritual impurity.

The clothing

- prayer clothes must be pure from impurities and properly cover the aurah. It reflects reverence when standing before Allah.

The place

- the prayer area must be clean from filth, mud or impurity since Islam places great importance on cleanliness of worship space.

2. Khusyu' (الخشوع)

- heartful presence during prayer by feeling Allah’s presence, understanding the recitation, and blocking out worldly distractions.

Ways to gain khusyu' in prayer

1. Techniques and step by step

- focus on every movement

- understand the meaning of recitation

- avoid rushing and slow down

- reflect on the importance of every action

2. Preparation for prayer

- pray on time

- clean ourselves

3. Effects on khusyu'

- increase discipline and mindfulness

- strengthen the bonds with Allah

- reduces stress and promotes inner peace

- gain rewards in the Hereafter

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The virtues found in Sawm (fasting)

Today, we learned about the virtues that we can gain through fasting in our life. As we know, fasting is the third pillar of Islam that we as Muslims need to do during the month of Ramadan in every year.

1. Patience (صبر)

- Fasting teaches self-control and endurance.

- From dawn to sunset, a person resists hunger, thirst, anger, and temptation.

- This act of restraint builds inner strength and patience which is a quality that helps us stay calm in difficult situations and remain steadfast in our goals and faith.

2. Respect (تكريم)
-Fasting helps us appreciate the blessings we often take for granted, such as food, time, and health.

- It encourages humility and deep respect, not only for what we have, but also for others.

- When we fast, we become more conscious of the struggles of the poor and develop a respectful attitude towards all of humanity.

3. Mercy (رحمة)
-Fasting softens the heart.

- As we become more aware of the needs of others, we are encouraged to be kinder, more forgiving, and more compassionate.

- Rahmah is shown through acts of charity, speaking gently, and showing mercy that will reflect the true spirit of care and community that fasting promotes.

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The virtues of zakat

For today, we already learned about the virtues that we can get through zakat. What is zakat ? Zakat is a form of obligatory charity in Islam. It is one of the five pillars of Islam and aims to purify one’s wealth, promote social justice, and reduce poverty and inequality. It reminds Muslims that wealth is a trust from Allah and must be shared with the less fortunate. At the end of class, my group presented our poster on the benefits of good intentions.

1. Trust in Allah (توكل)
- When a person gives zakat, they are letting go of a part of their wealth with full faith that Allah will bless and replace it.

- This act strengthens tawakkul which means rusting that provision comes from Allah, not just from personal effort.

- It teaches the giver not to cling to material things and to rely on Allah as the ultimate Provider.

2. Brotherhood (أخوة)
- Zakat creates a sense of unity and care among the Muslim community.

- It builds ukhuwwah which is a strong bond of brotherhood by reducing the gap between the rich and the poor.

- When wealth is shared sincerely, it brings hearts closer, strengthens relationships and promotes compassion and solidarity among people.

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Overall, this class was fun even though from the beginning to the end everyone didn't interact and communicate much in the class. However, this class still ran smoothly and everyone was able to receive knowledge comprehensively. In addition, every beginning of the class there must be activities such as questions and answers. As a result, the class became easier to understand by all students. In terms of the facilitator, he had extensive knowledge and was not arrogant when conveying knowledge.

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Alhamdulillah, thanks to Allah for having succeeded in gaining new knowledge as well as strengthening the knowledge I already have through this class, especially this time's usrah is more focused on the five pillars of Islam that should be known and mastered by all Muslims. Apart from that, I also need to improve myself and practice everything I learned throughout the usrah class. Finally, I am very satisfied with this class which is fun and not burdensome.

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Hello everyone and welcome back to my portfolio for the second Usrah ! I’m now in my third semester and to be honest, it has been quite a rollercoaster. The workload is overwhelming and the subjects are really challenging because sometimes I feel like I’m going a little crazy trying to keep up. But despite all the stress and sleepless nights, I keep reminding myself that I’m almost at the finish line. Just a little more to go before I complete my foundation studies here at CFS. No matter how busy or tired we may feel, let’s make time for Usrah and approach these seven weeks with open hearts and sincere intentions. Hopefully, it will be a meaningful journey filled with reflection, growth and positive vibes, in shaa Allah. Let’s do our best together !

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My group was given the title "benefits of having good niyyah" for our roleplay and we were the first group to present the results of our assignment. We also included a simple activity for the rest of the class.