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Al-Taḍḥiyyah (Sacrifice)

Al-Taḍḥiyyah, also known as Sacrifice, holds significant religious and cultural importance in Islam. It refers to the act of sacrificing an animal as an offering to God, typically during the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha.

This act of sacrifice is considered an expression of gratitude, obedience, and devotion to God, as well as an opportunity for Muslims to demonstrate their willingness to make sacrifices in the path of righteousness. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of charity and sharing with others, particularly those who are less fortunate.

Taqwā (God Consciousness)

The concept of Taqwā is derived from the Arabic root word "waqa," which means to protect, safeguard, or shield oneself. In this context, Taqwā involves guarding oneself against sinful actions and behaviors that may distance one from God's mercy and favor.

Practicing Taqwā entails striving to live a righteous and upright life in accordance with Islamic teachings. This includes observing the five pillars of Islam (Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj), adhering to moral and ethical principles, avoiding sinful deeds, and striving to fulfill one's obligations to God and fellow human beings.

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Throughout this semester, I've had the chance to reflect on my fundamental practices, assessing whether I'm on the right track or in need of improvement. This opportunity arose through our usrah sessions, where I revisited topics such as Salah, Wuduk, Sawm, and Khusyuk. I aspire for this newfound knowledge to remain ingrained in my heart and mind indefinitely. Moreover, participating in the usrah has allowed me to connect with many kind and remarkable individuals, whose company I cherish, MashaAllah ❤️. Additionally, our usrah facilitator deserves commendation for making our sessions enjoyable and dynamic, incorporating interactive activities and delivering explanations in an accessible manner.

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Reasons and Sources of ḥikmah from ʿibādah

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Reasons and Sources of ḥikmah from ʿibādah

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Tawakkul is a profound expression of faith that shapes a Muslim’s approach to life, embodying trust in Allah’s omnipotence and benevolence. It encourages a balanced attitude of optimism, effort, and contentment, leading to a fulfilling and resilient spiritual life.

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Ṣabr (Patience and Forbearance)

Fasting teaches us patience through the passage of time without food. Besides, refraining us from backbiting, telling lies, insulting others or hurting them.

Takrīm (Respect and deference)

Muslims will be more pious and know how to maintain self-control, while shielding our souls from greed and immorality. But, most importantly, the month teaches us how we can improve our connection with the Almighty.

Raḥmah (Friendliness)

Fasting manifests the unity of muslims and fosters the gratitude of Allah's grace.

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Manifesting the nature of obedience and loyalty in worshiping as a servant and increasing the attitude of obedience to Allah SWT as well as the relationship with fellow human beings.

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The process of cleansing one's body, garment, or place of prayer of any obvious bodily impurities that would invalidate the prayer.

Wuḍū'

A purification process that every Muslim must perform before their prayer can be performed.

Involves washing the face, arms, wiping the head and washing the feet.

Tayammum

A substitution for wudu' using pure soil (clean from impurities).

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Conditions for the Acceptance (Ṣaḥ) of Ṣalāh

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Conditions for the Acceptance (Ṣaḥ) of Ṣalāh

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The acceptance of Ṣalāh (prayer) in Islam is contingent upon fulfilling specific conditions, which ensure the prayer is valid and may be accepted by Allah.

Purification (Ṭahārah)

Covering the 'Awrah

Facing the Qiblah

Time of the Prayer

Intention (Niyyah)

Place of Prayer

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Allah mentioned in this verse that Salah forbids indecency and evil. When one prays, it will make them refrain to do bad things.

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Whoever fast on the month of Ramadan, he may possibly be pious and righteous. At the same time, one may learn self-restrain.

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Zakah/Sadaqah : Surah At-Taubah, verse 103

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Zakah/Sadaqah : Surah At-Taubah, verse 103

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With Zakah and Sadaqah, one can purify themselves and also bless them. In the wealthiness that we get, there are surely belong to some other people too.

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When we come to Makkah to do Hajj, we will restrain ourselves to do something bad. Allah said in this verse that no sexual relations, disobediences and no disputing during Hajj.

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Ihsan, the concept of beautifying or perfecting one's actions in Islam, entails five steps that guide believers towards excellence in their conduct. Firstly, awareness involves being mindful and vigilant in our interactions and conversations, ensuring that our words and behavior align with Islamic teachings. Secondly, understanding requires a deep comprehension of religious knowledge and principles, enabling us to grasp the significance and wisdom behind our actions. Thirdly, action entails implementing these teachings into our daily lives, actively practicing kindness, compassion, and righteousness in all our endeavors. These steps collectively facilitate the cultivation of a virtuous character and the attainment of spiritual excellence in Islam.

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External conduct, known as "amal" in Islam, encompasses practices such as bearing witness to the oneness of Allah (shahadah), giving alms (zakat), fasting during Ramadan, performing the pilgrimage (hajj) and lesser pilgrimage (umrah), and offering the five daily prayers.

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Setting the right intention (niyah) is crucial as it aligns our actions with our beliefs and values, serving as a guiding principle in everything we do. We make niyah to fulfill our obligations to Allah and to seek His pleasure, ensuring our actions are sincere and solely for His sake. A clear niyah features sincerity, clarity of purpose, and a conscious effort to please Allah. However, struggles arise due to internal conflicts, distractions, and external influences that may lead to insincerity or wavering commitment to our intentions.

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During the ice-breaking session, we were divided into four groups and asked to introduce our group members by stating their names, places of origin, courses, ambitions, and favorite emoji. Our facilitator also provided us with snacks while explaining the importance and benefits of ice-breaking activities for building rapport and fostering communication skills.

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Name: Norina Humayraa Binti Shahril
Age: 19 years old
Hometown: Johor Bahru, Johor
Secondary School: SMK (P) Sultan Abu Bakar Muar, Johor
Course: ENCOM
Matric Number: 233170
E-mail: norinahumayraa@gmail.com
Phone Number: 011-6561 1331
Hobby: Listening to music, reading novel and playing games
Facilitator: Sr Nur Dalia Syazwani
Group: 33

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1. Standing straight

2. Niyyah

3. Takbiratul-Ihram

4. Recitation of Al-Fatihah

5. Ruku'

6. I'tidal

7. Sujud (2 times)

8. Sitting between the 2 sujud

9. The sitting for final Tahiyyat

10. Recitation of the final Tahiyyat

11. Salawaat

12. Giving Salaam

13. Doing the pillars in order

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For this last usrah, Aisyah divided us into three group that are consist of 5 to 6 people. Our topic for the last usrah was Environment. Aisyah gave all three group a task, and my group were tasked to find about what is environment. After she gave us time to find about our topic and understand it, we were asked to present about it to the whole class. It was really fun!!!

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We were asked to answer a few questions in Quizziz. After that Aisyah gave us more explanation of each questions. She also explained to us the differences between Adab and Akhlak. Adab is important to us because it potrays our Akhlak as a Muslim. Lastly, Azah were chose to present her portfolio to the whole class.

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Aisyah gave us more elaborations of adab towards parents. For instance, be respectful towards them. We were asked to recite the translation of Surah Maryam, verse 41 to 50. The translation could relate it to adab towards parents which is to talk in a respectful tone.

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Umar bin Al-Khattab (May Allah be pleased with them) said:
Once we were sitting in the company of Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) when there appeared a man dressed in very white clothes and having extraordinary black hair. No signs of fatigue of journey appeared on him and he was known to none of us. He sat down facing the Prophet (ﷺ) leaning his knees against the knees of the Prophet (ﷺ) and placing both of his palms over his two thighs and said, "O Muhammad (ﷺ)! Tell me about Islam". He (ﷺ) replied, "Islam is to testify that none has the right to be worshipped but Allah, and that Muhammad (ﷺ) is the Messenger of Allah; that you observe Salat (prayers), pay Zakat, observe Saum (fasting) of Ramadan and perform Hajj (pilgrimage) of the House, provided you have resources of making journey to it." He replied: "You have spoken the truth." We were surprised to see that he had asked him and confirmed the correctness of the answers. He then enquired: "Tell me about Iman." He (ﷺ) said: "It is to believe in Allah, His angels, His Books, His Messengers and the Last Day and that you believe in preordainment (destiny), its bad and good consequences." He said, "You have spoken the truth." He then enquired: "Tell me about Ihsan." He (ﷺ) said, "It is to worship Allah as if you are seeing Him; and although you do not see Him, He sees you." He enquired: "Inform me about the Hour (i.e., the Day of Resurrection)." He (ﷺ) replied, "I have no more knowledge thereof than you". He said, "Inform me about some of its signs." He (ﷺ) said, "They are - that a bondswoman gives birth to her own master, and that you will find the barefooted, naked, poor shepherds competing one another in the construction of higher buildings." Then he departed. The Messenger of Allah kept silent for a while then he said to me, "O 'Umar! Do you know who the questioner was?" I replied, "Allah and His Messenger know better." The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "He was Jibril (Gabriel); he came to you to teach you your religion."

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🕊 Belief in Rusul and Anbiya' (the Messengers and the Prophets)
Allah has sent prophets and messengers to guide us and convey His messages. These prophets and messengers were chosen by Allah to deliver His revelations and teachings to people. Belief in Rusul and Anbiya is a critical aspect of Islamic faith, as it underscores the idea of divine guidance throughout human history. It also emphasizes the interconnectedness of all the prophets and the unity of their message, which is the worship of one God and the moral guidance for human conduct. We are expected to respect and believe in all the prophets and messengers while giving special reverence to the final messenger, Prophet Muhammad, and the last revelation, the Quran.

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🕊 Belief in Qiyamah (the Resurrection Day)
We believe in the concept of Qiyamah, which is the belief that there will be a day when all human beings will be resurrected from the dead, brought before Allah, and held accountable for our actions in this world. Belief in Qiyamah serves as a powerful motivator for us to live righteous and ethical lives, as it underscores the idea of ultimate accountability and the consequences of one's actions in the Hereafter. It also emphasizes the need for sincere repentance and seeking Allah's forgiveness.

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🕊 Belief in Allah
We must believe in the oneness and uniqueness of Allah. We must believe firmly in His existence, Lordship and Divinity, and in His Names and Attributes.

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🕊 Belief in Mala'ikah (the Angels)
We believe that angels, or Malai'kah, were created before us with the purpose of following the orders of Allah and communicating with humans. We believe that angels, like all other creatures, were created by Allah S.W.T. In Islamic belief, angels communicate messages from Allah to humanity.

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In the Hadith above, Jibril A.S mentioned about Islam.

5 Pillars of Islam:
🕊 The profession of faith (the shahada)
🕊 Daily prayers (salah)
🕊 Alms-giving (zakah)
🕊 Fasting during Ramadan (saum)
🕊 Hajj or pilgrimage to Mecca

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Six pillars of Faith:
🕊 Belief in Allah
🕊 Believe in the Angels
🕊 Belief in the Revealed Scriptures
🕊 Belief in the Messengers
🕊 Belief in the Last Day
🕊 Belief in Divine Decree (Al-Qadar)

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Ihsan means to worship Allah as though you see Him, for if you do not see Him, He truely sees you. Knowing the meaning of Ihsan, we will always have the urge to do our best in front of Allah.

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Prophet said that the one questioned about it knows no better then the questioner.

Signs of The Time:
🕊 The slave-girl gave birth to her mistress
The point above meant that the mother will gave birth to a child that will disrespect her and treat her like a slave.
🕊 The one who are barefooted, naked, they are now the owner of the lofty buildings
The point above meant that the one who are homeless before, will now be the most successful person.

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We were asked to present our topic that we chose. My group chose Ihsan as our topic. We gave examples of Ihsan which are to Allah, to other creatures, to our parants, and in professional settings. We were asked to give conclusion of Ihsan.

After that, other groups presented their topic on Eschatology. Furthermore, AIsyah gave us more explanation on both Ihsan and Eschatology to further our understanding.

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During the first week of usrah, we were asked to introduced ourselves to each other by stating our name, origin, course, previous school and one interesting fact about us. After that, the facilitator briefed us about what we are going to do in usrah and our assessments.

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The Prophet S.A.W said "Whoever goes out seeking knowledge, then he is in Allah's cause until he returns." In Islam, seeking knowledge is one of the highest form of Ibadah. Seeking knowledge also have its do's and dont's. "Adab" in the context of seeking knowledge refers to the proper etiquette, manners, and conduct one should observe when acquiring knowledge. Adhering to the principles of adab in seeking knowledge can help us become a more effective and ethical learner, as well as a responsible contributor to our community and society.

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Name: Norina Humayraa Binti Shahril
Age: 18 years old
Hometown: Johor Bahru, Johor
Secondary School: SMK (P) Sultan Abu Bakar Muar, Johor
Matric Number: 233170
Course: ENCOM
Email: norinahumayraa@gmail.com
Facilitator: Sr Aisyah Fakri
Group: 3
Hobby: Reading novels, listening to music, and playing games

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For instance, avoid asking personal questions and respect their privacy. Furthermore, be respectful to each other and help those in need.

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🕊 Belief in Kutub (the Books)
Belief in Kutub, which refers to the divine books, is another one of the six articles of faith in Islam. Muslims believe in the existence of several holy and divine books that were revealed by Allah to various prophets throughout history. These books contain guidance and instructions for humanity.

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Al-Jihād (Struggle in the path of Allah)

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Al-Jihād (Struggle in the path of Allah)

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Jihad, in its essence, is about striving in the way of Allah to promote a world characterized by peace, justice, and the welfare of humanity. It emphasizes moral responsibility and spiritual growth, underlining the importance of balance between personal development, social responsibility, and maintaining the faith against challenges.

Jihad of the Heart/Soul (Jihad bin Nafs): The internal struggle against sin and effort to purify one's soul.

Jihad by the Tongue (Jihad bil Lisan): Speaking the truth and spreading the message of Islam.

Jihad by the Pen/Knowledge (Jihad bil Qalam/Ilm): Educating, writing, and disseminating Islamic knowledge.

Jihad by the Hand (Jihad bil Yad): Taking action to rectify wrongs and implementing justice.

Jihad through Wealth (Jihad bi al-Mal): Financially supporting Islamic causes and the needy.

Jihad by the Sword (Jihad bis Saif): The armed struggle against persecution and aggression, under strict Islamic rules.

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🕊 Belief in Qada and Qadr
Qada refers to the divine decree or God's preordained will. It encompasses everything that happens in the universe, from the smallest events to the most significant occurrences. Muslims believe that Allah's knowledge and wisdom encompass all aspects of creation, and nothing happens in the world without His knowledge and decree.
Qadr is the concept of predestination or destiny. It implies that everything is predetermined by Allah, including the lifespan, sustenance, and fate of each individual. Muslims believe that Allah has already determined the course of each person's life, including their actions, successes, and failures.

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Ukhuwwah is not just a social or moral principle but a spiritual one that impacts the individual's relationship with Allah. It serves as a practical manifestation of Islamic teachings, aiming to create a supportive, compassionate, and cohesive community that mirrors the principles of justice, mercy, and mutual care outlined in the Quran and Sunnah.

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Qaṣr & Jamaʿ

Combining 2 different fardhu prayers at one time (jama') and shortening the number of rakaat prayers (qasr) in travels.

Nawāfil

Sunnah prayers observed before or after obligatory prayers.

During Illness

Praying while standing for a short period.

Praying while sitting.

Praying with head movements.

Praying while lying down.

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In Islam, Al-Qu'ran is considered to be the ultimate book of guidance. It is the holy scripture of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God, Allah S.W.T as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W, His Messenger. The Quran is revered as the primary source of guidance for us in various aspects of life, including spiritual, moral, ethical, and legal matters. The Quran have it's own adab in reading it. For instance:

🕊 use 'itr before
🕊 use a miswak
🕊 to have wudu’ when reciting
🕊 don't interrupt another's reading
🕊 recite on melodious tone
🕊 recite calmly and not fast
🕊 begin with Ta'awaduh & Tasmiyah
🕊 pronounce every letter correctly
🕊 place the Quran on a raised position
🕊 don't let a day go by without looking at the pages of the Quran
🕊 do not place other books on top
🕊 handle the Quran with  care & respect
🕊 close Quran when not reading

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We as a student must be respectful towards our teachers, lecturers etc. We must also pay attention when in class adn avoid sleeping or talking. Aisyah told us about renewing our intention everytime we go to class.

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Muḥāsabah, refers to the practice of self-reflection or self-accountability. It is a spiritual and ethical exercise where individuals assess their own deeds, thoughts, and intentions against the standards set by Islamic teachings. The goal of Muḥāsabah is to encourage personal growth, spiritual development, and a closer alignment with one's faith.

Evaluating Actions: Regularly reviewing one's actions and behavior to ensure they align with Islamic principles.

Assessing Intentions: Reflecting on the intentions behind actions to ensure they are done for the sake of Allah and not for worldly recognition or personal gain.

Acknowledging Shortcomings: Identifying and acknowledging one's faults and areas of improvement.

Seeking Forgiveness: Actively seeking forgiveness from Allah for any sins or wrongdoings committed.

Setting Goals: Setting spiritual and ethical goals to strive towards better adherence to Islamic teachings.

Gratitude: Expressing gratitude for blessings received and recognizing Allah's mercy and guidance.

Continuous Improvement: Committing to continuous improvement and making efforts to avoid repeating past mistakes.

Muḥāsabah is a powerful tool for personal development that fosters a deeper consciousness of Allah in one's daily life, encouraging a believer to strive for excellence in character and deeds.

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ʿIffah, i signifies modesty and self-restraint, particularly in the context of protecting oneself from engaging in sinful or morally questionable behavior. It encompasses a broad range of conduct, from dress and personal demeanor to social interactions and financial dealings. The principle of ʿIffah encourages Muslims to maintain their dignity, honor, and purity by consciously avoiding actions that could lead to sin or compromise their faith.

Modesty in Appearance: Dressing modestly in accordance with Islamic guidelines, which involves covering the body appropriately and not wearing clothing that attracts undue attention.

Chastity: Protecting one's chastity by avoiding unlawful sexual relations and adhering to Islamic rules regarding gender interaction.

Decency in Behavior: Conducting oneself with decency and integrity in all interactions, whether in person or online, avoiding any form of behavior that could be considered indecent or inappropriate.

Self-Control: Exercising self-control to resist temptations and desires that lead away from the path of righteousness, including avoiding haram (forbidden) substances like alcohol and drugs.

Financial Integrity: Practicing honesty and restraint in financial matters, avoiding usury (interest), fraud, and any form of unjust gain.

Guarding One’s Gaze: Lowering and controlling one's gaze from looking at forbidden things, an act of modesty that helps protect one's heart and mind from sinful thoughts.

Privacy and Discretion: Maintaining privacy and discretion in personal affairs and respecting the privacy of others, avoiding gossip, backbiting, or spreading rumors.

ʿIffah is highly valued in Islam as it not only upholds the individual’s moral and spiritual purity but also contributes to the overall health, well-being, and harmony of the Muslim community. It reflects a conscious effort to live by Islamic principles, promoting a life of dignity, respect, and obedience to Allah.

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Tawaḍḍuʿ is a reflection of one's faith and sincerity in worship, as it aligns one's heart with the reality of human dependency on Allah. It encourages the fostering of community spirit, mutual respect, and empathy, and it is seen as a purifying force for the soul, protecting it from the diseases of arrogance and envy. By embodying tawaḍḍuʿ, a Muslim demonstrates a profound understanding of their place in the world and their relationship with the Creator.