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Creation as Signs of God

In the Quran, the holy book of Islam, nature and the environment are often referred to as signs of God's creation. Muslims are encouraged to reflect upon the beauty and complexity of the natural world as a means of gaining a deeper understanding of God's wisdom and power.

Environmental Stewardship

Muslims believe that humans have been appointed as stewards of the Earth by God. This means that they are responsible for caring for the environment, preserving its resources, and maintaining the balance and harmony within it. This stewardship is a trust (amanah) that must be fulfilled.

Respect for All Living Beings

Islam teaches respect for all living creatures. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is reported to have spoken about the rights of animals and the importance of treating them with kindness and compassion. The Quran also highlights the interconnectedness of all living beings and the balance of nature.

In summary, appreciation for nature and sustainability in Islam is rooted in the belief that humans are stewards of the Earth and have a responsibility to care for the environment. These principles are based on the Quranic teachings, the Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad), and the broader ethical framework of the faith. Muslims are encouraged to live in harmony with nature, conserve resources, and promote the well-being of all living creatures while upholding their trust as stewards of the Earth.

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Adab towards Parents:

Respect and Obedience: Children are encouraged to respect their parents and obey them in matters that don't conflict with their religious or moral values.

Kindness and Gratitude: It is essential to be kind and grateful to parents for their love, care, and sacrifices. Expressing gratitude and being of service to them is a way of showing adab.

Listening and Patience: Actively listening to your parents' advice and showing patience and understanding when disagreements arise is a demonstration of adab.

the story of Mary from Surah Maryam provides valuable lessons on adab with parents, including obedience, communication, trust in God's plan, trust in parents' wisdom, and patience. These lessons can help individuals develop strong and respectful relationships with their parents in accordance with Islamic teachings.

Adab towards Neighbors:

Respect for Privacy: Adab encourages respecting your neighbors' privacy, which includes not interfering in their personal affairs or spreading gossip.

Help and Support: Being ready to assist your neighbors in times of need, whether it's sharing food, helping with tasks, or being considerate of their well-being.

Good Manners: Simple acts of kindness, such as greeting your neighbors with a smile and polite words, can go a long way in building a friendly and respectful relationship.

Adab as a Student:

Respect for Teachers: Students should respect their teachers and treat them with courtesy. This involves listening attentively, asking questions respectfully, and following the teacher's instructions.

Diligence and Punctuality: Adab as a student also means being diligent in your studies, submitting assignments on time, and attending classes punctually.

Honesty and Integrity: Upholding honesty in academic work, such as not cheating or plagiarizing, is a crucial aspect of adab as a student.

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Ihsan

Ihsan is the pursuit of spiritual excellence and a profound connection with Allah (God).

It encourages worshiping Allah as if one can see Him, with sincerity and a sense of His presence.

Ihsan calls for acting with excellence, humility, and accountability in all aspects of life.

"And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not to them [so much as], 'uff,' and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word."

Islamic Eschatology

Eschatology deals with the ultimate fate of humanity, the Day of Judgment, and the afterlife in Islamic beliefs.

It includes concepts like the Day of Judgment (Yawm al-Qiyamah), Heaven (Jannah), Hell (Jahannam), signs of the end times, and resurrection and reckoning.

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Belief in the Prophets (Nabi):

Muslims believe in the prophethood of individuals chosen by Allah, such as Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad (peace be upon them).

Prophets are seen as messengers of Allah, delivering divine guidance and wisdom to humanity.

The belief in the Prophets underscores the importance of following their teachings and examples.

Belief in the Day of Judgment (Qiyamah):

Muslims have faith in the Day of Judgment, a day when every individual will be resurrected and held accountable for their actions in this world.

On this Day, individuals will be rewarded or punished based on their faith and deeds.

This belief emphasizes the concept of ultimate justice and the consequences of one's actions in this life and the hereafter.

Belief in Qada' and Qadar (Predestination and Divine Decree):

This belief acknowledges that everything in the universe occurs by the divine will and decree of Allah.

It does not negate human free will and responsibility but highlights that everything happens with Allah's knowledge and permission.

It encourages trust in Allah's plan, even when circumstances may seem challenging, and emphasizes acceptance of both positive and difficult situations as part of Allah's divine wisdom.

These three core beliefs serve as the foundation of Islamic faith, shaping the way Muslims understand the purpose of life, the importance of guidance from the Prophets, and the assurance of divine justice in the hereafter. They are essential components of the Islamic worldview and guide Muslims in their spiritual and ethical lives.

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The Belief in The Oneness of Allah

believing in Allah must be clear to everyone.

we must maintain the Oneness of Allah in His Names, Attributes & Worships

surah al-Fatihah has further explained about the Oneness of Allah and how us, as a slave can maintain the Oneness of Allah in His Names, Attributes & Worships.

The Belief in Angels

Angels were created by God from light. Angels carry out God's commandments in nature and the universe.

We must believe that all of our deeds are recorded whether big or small and good or bad. This help us to raise awareness and do more good deeds.

The Belief in Holy Books

every Messengers of Allah SWT brings the same message to the mankind which is to worship Him.

as a muslim, we must adhere our life to the teaching of Islam guided by al-Quran and as-Sunnah

Iman is according to Ahli Sunna wal Jamaah is: affirmation by heart, the utterance of the tongue and actions of the limbs.

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5 pillars of Islam

Shahadah: proclamation that there is no God worthy of worship except Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger.

Salah: perform it 5 times a day at their fixed timing.

Zakat: give 2.5% in charity from you annual savings.

Fasting/Sawm: the abstinence from food, drinks and sexual activity from dawn to dusk.

performing Hajj: obligatory on a person who is capable who is capable financially, physically and mentally of undertaking the pilgrimage to the Haram.

6 foundation of Iman

1. Belief in Allah

2. Belief in Angels

3. Belief in Holy Books

4. Belief in His Messengers

5. Belief in The Day of Resurrection

6. Belief in The Predestination

What is Ihsan

Worship Allah as if you're seeing Him (muraqabah)

Although you don't see Him, He sees you. (musyahadah)

What is "The Hour" mentioned in the hadith?

Day of Judgement/ Day of Resurrection/ The Last Day

The signs:

Slave will give birth to the master:

children grow up rebellious and disobeys their mother.

Extremely poor becomes amongst the richest and competing in building skyscrapers:
the closer we are to The Day of Judgement, there's no zakat recipient as most people are already rich.

Why did Jibril ask about Qiyyamah?

This shows that Allah is super merciful towards us that He told us about the signs of apocalypse despite we don't know when it'll exactly happen to prepare us. He reminds us about the Day of Resurrection as we, human are so forgetful. Allah also has stated about Qiyyamah many times in the al-Quran.

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The differences of Al-Quran with other Books:

universal: a book to all mankind regardless the race, language and age

never been distorted: Allah has promised to protect and preserve Al-Quran as in Al-Hijr 15:9

the miracle of Prophet Muhammad: other Books weren't sent as miracles to their respective Prophets

the last Divine Book: no Holy Book will be revealed after Quran

Ways to interact with Al-Quran:

recite everyday: istiqomah in reading Al-Quran regardless the hardship and struggle

tadarus: read together with friends/family

tadabbur: understand the meaning and try to relate each meaning with ourselves

listen to audio recitation: serve as reminder and envelope us in blessings

Prophet Muhammad SAW once said: those who recite the Quran beautifully, smoothly and precisely will be the company of noble and obedient angels. Those who recites with difficulty, stammering and stumbling through its verses, then he will have twice of the reward.

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Knowledge: a trust (amanah) from Allah and its development shall be in conformity with the purposes behind Allah's creation of the universe.

We as His vicegerent must utilize the knowledge to benefit the ummah.

Outward manners:

repeat and review: review the key concept/definition and do exercises repeatedly

take notes: always have a pen and a notebook in your hand to jot down any important information

ask: Prophet said "the cure for confusion is but to ask"

extra reading: read that particular topic before, during and after classes

prepare for class: come early to the lecture

Inward manners:

intention: "innama 'amalu binniat". put your intention to study for Allah's sake

clear and defined goals: set your own personal goal from now so that you won't falter and give up easily

veneration: respect the imparters of knowledge be it the lecturers, teachers, parents and friends

consistency: find a study partner to remind each other

supplicate: pray to Allah to open this hear so that it'll be easy to receive knowledge

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Assalamualaikum wrt. wbt today I would like to share my summary for week 1's usrah. Alhamdulillah we were blessed with Allah's sustenance as it has rain heavily on that day and helped reduce our stress and the tension between us as we seek for warmth and comfort to each other. Our first meeting was attended by everyone and I hope this energy will remain tilll the end of our usrah. We've done a simple and brief taaruf session where everyone share a surface of their background and a special thing about themselves. It is interesting to know that each member has their own unique and special characteristics and to think that everyone has gone through different journey that finally lead us here together in the same room is just mind blowing. The following hours were spent by discussing about "Adab in Seeking Knowledge" and "Al-Quran the Book of Guidance".

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Name : Danish Iman bin Ajo
Hometown : Johor Bahru, Johor
Matric No : 231049
Course: ENCS
Contact No : 019 3956539
E-mail : danishiman2razi@gmail.com
Instagram : ur_etiquette
Usrah Group  : 140
Facilitator : br ashraf apandi