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Name : Puteri Damia Balqis binti Muhamad Yusri

Matric Number : 247679

Age : 19 years old

Course : Laws

Mahallah: Azdah

Hobby : Study, Eat & Do adventures.

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Our Naqibah, Hanna started the usrah session with taaruf session. Each one of us introduced ourselves. After that, our facilitator, Sr. Hana, proceed with the main topic for week 1, which is Adab in Learning Knowledge. Some points that we discussed about the topic is:

Adab in Learning Knowledge

1. Always recite the du'a before and after learning

2. Be humble and respectful towards our teaches or lecturers because they are the ones who gave us knowledge

3. Revise the knowledge that we just learned and teach our friends to further both our understandings

4. Be hard-working and willing to do anything to gain new knowledge

5. Always remain focus when the teacher or lecturer is teaching during class

To end the Usrah session, Sr. Hana encourages us to read the Qur'an by turns because Al-Qur'an as the Book of Guidance is also part of the topic for today

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As for the second week of Usrah, we learned about the Pillars of Islam: Hadith Jibril. Here are the summary and points that we had learned regarding the topic:

Definition of Hadith Jibril:

Umar ibn al-Khattab recounts a conversation with the Prophet Muhammad, where a man appeared with white clothes and black hair. He asked about Islam, which he explained as a test of the existence of Allah and Muhammad as the Messenger of Allah. The Prophet explained that Islam involves prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage to the House. The man was surprised to hear the Prophet's truthfulness, and he asked about faith, excellence, and the final hour. The Prophet explained that the one asking does not know more than the one asking. The man asked about signs of the final hour, such as a slave-girl giving birth and barefoot, naked shepherds competing in tall building construction. The Prophet confirmed that the man was Gabriel, who came to teach the man his religion.

Significances of The Hadith:

The Hadith of Jibril (Gabriel) is a great Hadith in which Prophet SAW explained faith (Iman), Islam, and excellence (Ihsan). He also mentioned signs of the Hour and its indications

This Hadith provides comprehensive insights into the core aspects of faith (Iman), worship (Ibadah), and the unseen

Jibril as teaching for the religion

Jibril as a teacher because he asked about matters that the companions heard the answers to. So, the aspect of teaching was added to it because he came as a questioner to teach others, not to learn himself

He was knowledgeable in that regard, and that's why he would say 'You have spoken the truth' after the Prophet SAW clarified the matters for which he was responsible

5 Pillars of Islam:

1. Declaration of faith

2. Obligatory prayer

3. Compulsory giving

4. Fasting in the month of Ramadhan

5. Pilgrimage to Mecca

The Importance of the 5 Pillars of Islam:

To strengthen bond between us and Allah SWT

To strengthen bond between us and others

To refine souls and keep away from major sins

To make us the real servant of Allah SWT

Hadith Jibril and Adab of Seeking Knowledge:

A teacher should be treated in a polite manner, as Jibril sat down before the Prophet SAW in a polite way to learn from him

Knowledge must be referred to the knowledgeable person or scholars

Don't be afraid or shy or hesitate to ask questions

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Even though the Usrah session was conducted online, Sr. Hana has shared with us very educational videos regarding the Pillars of Iman. Here are the points that I have learned by watching the videos given:

1st Pillar of Iman: Belief in Allah SWT

As a Muslim, we worship Allah alone because there is no God but Allah SWT

We must do everything that pleases Allah SWT

We seek help only from Allah SWT

We swear and sacrifice only to Allah SWT

We believe Allah created everything and Allah is our wise Creator

2nd Pillar of Iman: Belief in Malai'kah (The Angels)

Allah SWT created the Angels from light and they are not like humans

The Angels do not have a gender, they do not eat, drink, sleep and they do not marry

The Angels are always obedient and never disobey Allah SWT

3rd Pillar of Iman: Belief in Kutub (The Books)

Muslims believe in the Book of Allah which Allah sent to His Messengers

These Books are the speech of Allah SWT

The greatest of these Books are the noble Qur'an sent to our Messenger, Prophet Muhammad SAW

The second Book is the Injil sent to Prophet Isa AS

The third Book is the Taurat sent to Prophet Musa AS

The fourth Book is the Zabur sent to Prophet Daud AS

The fifth Book is the Suhuf sent to Prophet Ibrahim AS

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On the fourth week of Usrah, we continued learning about the Pillars of Iman, which is the fourth, fifth and sixth pillar. Here is what Sr. Hana explained to us regarding the Pillars of Iman:

4th Pillar of Iman: Belief in Rusul and Anbiya' (the Messengers and the Prophets)

Belief in Ulul'azm Anbiya' (Arch-Prophets) and all other prophets

Ulul'azm Anbiya' (Arch-Prophets) :

- Prophet Nuh AS: Preached Islam for 950 years but was rejected and mocked by most, including his own son and wife. He built the Ark and witnessed a great flood that destroyed the disbelievers

- Prophet Ibrahim AS: Opposed idol worship, was thrown into a fire by his people (which Allah saved him from), and faced the test of being asked to sacrifice his son, Ismail

- Prophet Musa AS: Confronted Firaun's tyranny, led the Israelites out of Egypt, and struggled with their constant complaints and lack of faith, despites miracles

- Prophet Isa AS: Rejected by many, accused of blasphemy, and plotted against religious authorities. He was saved by Allah SWT from crucifixion

- Prophet Muhammad SAW: Persecuted by his tribe, faced battles, betrayal, and the challenge of uniting Arabia. Endured hardships patiently and successfully established Islam

5th Pillar of Iman: Belief in Qiyamah (The Resurrection Day)

Other names of Qiyamah:

Yawm Al-Qiyaamah (The Day of Rising):

- People rise from their graves and great terrors will unfold.

Yawm Al-Hasrah (The Day of Regret):

- The negligent will regret their religious neglect.

Al-Qaari'ah (The Striking Calamity):

- Great terrors will strike the people on this day.

Yawm Al-Fasl (The Day of Judgement):

- Allah will judge between His servants.

Yawm Ad-Deen (The Day of Recompense):

- Allah will recompense everyone according to their deeds.

Al-Haaqqah (The Inevitable Reality):

- The truth will become clear with Paradise or Hellfire.

Yawm At-Talaaqi (The Day of Meeting):

- The first and the last of creation will meet with Allah SWT.

6th Pillar of Iman: Belief in Qada' and Qadr

How it strengthens by 'Amal (Righteous Actions):

Faith in Qada' and Qadr:

- Belief in divine predestination reminds believers that Allah is in control of everything, and nothing happens outside of His will.

Responsibility for Actions:

- While Allah decrees all things, humans have free will to choose their actions. By performing righteous deeds ('amal), believers show trust in Allah's plan while fulfilling their role in working towards goodness.

Courage and Patience:

- Belief in Qada' & Qadr gives strength during hardships. A believer understands that challenges are part of Allah's plan and, through righteous actions, one finds peace and patience in adversity.

Motivation for Good Deeds:

- Knowing that actions are rewarded according to Allah's decree encourages a person to continually strive for good and avoid evil, reinforcing one's faith.

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For the fifth week of Usrah, we learned about the concept of Ihsan and its relation to Islamic Eschatology (the study of the end times).

Introduction to Ihsan:

The term Ihsan is mentioned 211 times in the Qur'an, according to al-Mu'jam al-Mufahras li Alfaz al-Qur'an

According to the Qur'an, there are three qualities of someone who possesses Ihsan (referred to as al-Muhsin):

1. Doing good to others

2. Doing good to others in the best possible manner

3. Performing these acts for the sake of Allah SWT

Examples of Ihsan from Prophets:

Prophet Nuh a.s

Prophet Ibrahim a.s

Prophet Yusuf a.s

Hadith Jibril:

The Hadith Jibril related to this topic is where the Angel, Jibril questions Prophet Muhammad SAW about various elements of faith, including Ihsan. In response, The Prophet SAW defines Ihsan as "worship Allah as though you see Him, and if you cannot see Him, know that He sees you."

The hadith is critical as it defines the spiritual dimension of Islam, emphasizing sincerity and excellence in one's relationship with Allah SWT.

The concept of Ihsan in Other Islamic Texts:

There was a hadith that relates Ihsan to actions such as killing and slaughtering animals with kindness and mercy, highlighting that even these acts should be done with excellence and consideration.

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For the sixth week of Usrah, we learned about Adab, mainly Adab towards Parents, Neighbors and Society, and Adab as a Student. Some points that Sr. Hana explained to us regarding Adab is:

What is Adab?

It derives from the word أدب (to refine, educate, discipline)

Adab refers to good manners, morals and appropriate actions derived from the teaching and instructions of Islam

Adab is something that can be learnt and established

"Adab is not just a quality, it is also a process"

The Importance of Learning Adab

Imam Ibnul Qayyim R.A explained that the essence of adab in Islam is practicing good morals. Because of that, Adab is a reflection of the perfection that exists in a person's habits from words to actions

Adab Vs Akhlaq

Adab :

- Adab is an actual practice

- Addresses what is the proper or improper behavior of man

Akhlaq :

- Akhlaq is a moral philosophy

- Addresses why such actions are proper or otherwise

Adab Towards Parents

A great example in the Qur'an about adab towards parents is stated in Surah Maryam ; 41-50 that explains how Prophet Ibrahim AS responded to his father that speaks to him in anger and threatens him when Ibrahim tries to advise his father against following the footsteps of Satan that is Idol Worship

Speak to them with kindness and humility, never showing frustration or annoyance

Obey them in all permissible matters, but remain firm in faith if they ask for anything against Islam

Regularly pray for their well-being and forgiveness

Adab Towards Friends

Sharing and gift-giving

Avoid bad-mouthing

Always smile

Always forgive

Do not be arrogant

Do not whisper when in groups of three

Do not mock each other

Do not point sharp objects at each other

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My first task in Usrah 1 is to do a role play through either a video or a poster in a group. My amazing group members are Syafiqah Damia, Farisha & Hana! Sr. Hana gave us freedom to choose the topic we wanted to do and we decided to make a poster about the given topic: How should you cherish life? and its hikmah

My task for this group presentation via poster is to explain about another way on how should you cherish life, which is by living with purpose and practice gratitude in our life. Then, we also provided the hikmah in cherishing our life which is living in joy & sense of fulfillment.

My group members and I gave our full contribution for this task and we created this very beautiful and informative poster