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Hi and assalammualaikum guys! Welcome to my wall! Let me briefly introduce myself to all my usrah friends!

Name:

Amanda Aidilea Phan Foong Tsin

Age:

21 years old

Hometown:

Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur

Secondary school:

SMK Sinar Bintang

Pre-university:

Kolej Tingkatan Enam Desa Mahkota

Matric number:

2411026

Mahallah:

Safiyyah

Course:

Political Science

Contact number:

011-1641 1589

Email:

amandaaidilea.p@gmail.com

aa.phanfoongtsin@gmail.com

Instagram:

aidilea._

Facilitator:

Sr. Farisyah

Usrah section:

Section 202

Hobby:

Reading

Listening to music

Watching anime

Sleeping

Vision & Mission:

Graduate with 4.0 CGPA

Become one of the valedictorian in Political Science

Become a successful diplomat one day

That's all from me! see ya!

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Hi and assalammualaikum everyone! On the first week, we were having a ta'aruf session with our facilitator, which was sister Farisyah. We were asked to describe three words about ourselves as an introduction to all the usrah members. It was quite a nervous week since we had to initiate ourselves to be friends with someone whom we just met! However, it was a fun and intrigue experience for me as now I have finally made so many friends from my usrah class!

Right after the ta'aruf session, sister Farisyah proceed to talk about adab in seeking knowledge.

First of all,

What is adab?

Adab is an islamic etiquette of having good manners and character.

Prophet's wife, Aisyah R.A once said:

"His character was the Quran."

Which means, HE refers to prophet Muhammad SAW. Whatever the Quran says about prophet Muhammad SAW, those are his characters. We may not know about prophet Muhammad, but we can imagine prophet Muhammad himself based on the informations in Quran.

In surah Al-Qalam verse 68, ayah 4:

"مٍيظِعَ قٍلُخُ لَىٰعَلَ كَنَّإِوَ"

"And you are truly an excellent standard of character."

Prophet Muhammad SAW once said:

"I was sent to perfect good character."

(Sahih Muslim)

"The most perfect/complete believers in faith is he who is the best of them in manners."

(Sunan At-Tirmizi)

Adam towards Allah SWT and Prophet Muhammad SAW:

1. Quran is recited

2. Listening to hadeeth

3. Adhan being called

Adab in daily lives:

1. Waking up

2. Eating and drinking

3. Meeting people

4. Sleeping

Benefits of having Adab:

1. Beloved by the Prophet Muhammad SAW

2. Receive Allah's love and forgiveness

3. Preserve good relationship with others

Seven golden etiquettes for seekers of knowledge:

1. Sincere intention

2. Study with ihsaan

3. Exhibit tawakkul

4. Eliminate bad habits

5. Make dua to Allah SWT

6. Thank Allah SWT

7. Istighfaar and dhikrullah

That's all for today, thank you.

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WEEK 1: AL-QURAN AS THE BOOK OF GUIDANCE

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WEEK 1: AL-QURAN AS THE BOOK OF GUIDANCE

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Al-Quran:

It is the literal word of God, revealed over many years, to His final prophet, Muhammad SAW

ذَٰ ﻟِﻚ َ ٱﻟْﻜِﺘَـٰﺐ ُ ﻻ َ رَﻳْﺐ َ ۛ ﻓِيﻪ ِ ۛ ﻫُﺪًۭ ى ﻟﱢﻠْﻤ ُ ﺘﱠﻘ ِ يﻦ َ [٢]

[Al- baqarah ; 2]

This is the Book! There is no doubt about it. a guide for those mindful of Allah.

Primary sources:

1. Al-Quran

2. Sunnah of the prophet SAW

“And We have not sent down the Book (the Quran) to you (O Muhammad, except that you may explain clearly unto them

those things in which they differ, and (as) a guidance and a mercy for a folk who believe.“ (Quran 16:64)

Contents of the Quran:

1. Concept of god

2. Permissible / forbidden

3. Akhlak

4. Worship

5. Stories of the prophets

6. Paradise and hell

Revelation of Quran:

1. An angel came to him and asked him to read. The Prophet, who was unable to read or write, replied 'I do not know

how to read'.

2. The angel held him so hard that he could not bear the pressure then released Muhammad and asked him once more to read. Again he replied

“but I do not know how to

read”.

3. The same goes for the third times. The angel then related to him the first words of Quran.

First revelation:

ٱﻗ ْ ﺮَأْ ﺑِٱﺳ ْ ﻢ ِ رَﺑﱢﻚ َ ٱﻟﱠﺬِى ﺧَﻠَﻖ َ[ ١] ﺧَﻠَﻖ َ ٱﻹ ْ ِنﺴ َ ـٰﻦ َ ﻣ ِ ﻦ ْ ﻋ َ ﻠَﻖ ٍ [٢]

ٱﻗ ْ ﺮَأْ وَرَﺑﱡﻚ َ ٱﻷ ْ َﻛْﺮَمُ [٣]

ٱﻟﱠﺬِى ﻋ َ ﻠﱠﻢ َ ﺑِٱﻟْﻘَﻠَﻢ ِ [٤] ﻋ َ ﻠﱠﻢ َ ٱﻹ ْ ِنﺴ َ ـٰﻦ َ ﻣ َ ا ﻟَﻢ ْ ﻳَﻌ ْ ﻠَﻢ ْ [٥]

“Read! In the Name of your Lord, Who has created (all that exists). He has created man from a clot (a piece of thick coagulated blood). Read! And your Lord is the Most Generous, Who has taught by the pen, He has taught man that which he knew not.“

Second revelation:

Wahyu (revelation) stopped coming to him for 40 days. Until one day, the angel Jibrael ‘on a throne between the Heavens and the Earth’. At this the prophet began to tremble in fear – despite his desire to meet with the angel – and he ran back into his house to Khadija (RA) and told her, ‘Cover me up cover me up,’

ﻳَـٰ ٓﺄَﻳﱡﻬ َ ا ٱﻟْﻤ ُ ﺪﱠﺛﱢﺮُ [١] ﻗُﻢ ْ ﻓَﺄَنﺬِرْ [٢]

“O you covered in garments arise and warn the people of a severe punishment...“

(Surah Al-Mudaththir)

Conclusion:

Allah SWT. has revealed Al-Qur’an to the Prophet SAW as a book of guidance towards the ummah. It contains teachings and guidance for Muslims on how to live their lives. It guides in leading to spiritual and somatic health for the individual. Following God's orders and reciting verses from the Quran will help us to lead a healthy lifestyle.

That’s all for today. Thank you.

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In today's class, we were discussing about Hadith Jibril.

The significance of this Hadith:

This hadith includes within it all

1. outwardly actions [Rukun Islam]

2. inwardly beliefs [Rukun Iman]

The hadith tells the story of Jibreel (as) when he came to the Prophet,

asking a set of questions.

There is a door called “Baab Jibreel” at Masjid An-Nabawi in Madina. It is

known as the door that Jibreel (as) came in to ask the Prophet (sas) these

questions.

Etiquette:

Jibreel (as) came dressed in a very nice and clean way. He sat in front of the Prophet (pbuh) in a very respectful and humble way.

Students should have decent apparel, they should look clean as much as possible. Moreover, they should show a high level of respect towards their teachers.

Outward actions and inward beliefs:

Islam and iman are interchangeable concepts revolved around the five pillars of action and the six foundations of belief.

The Prophet (sas) said that the Muslim is the person who the people are safe from his hands and his tongue. And the believer is the one who people

trust him with their wealth and themselves.

The big three: ISLAM, IMAN, IHSAN

1. First level (ISLAM)

-force yourself and bring yourself to do those actions which you know that Allah wants you to do.

2. Second level (IMAN)

-strengthening your relationship with Allah (SWT)

-beginning to taste the sweetness of your relationship with Allah

3. Third level (IHSAN)

-worship Allah as if you see Him, and even if you cannot see Him, to know that He sees you

The hour:

This is something that Allah (swt) keeps to Himself and it is part of the “ghayb” (unseen).

It doesn’t matter when the Day of Judgment is as we should be continuously striving to please Allah and seek his forgiveness.

The signs:

“THE SLAVE WOMAN WILL GIVE BIRTH TO HER MASTER”

The one who gives birth is supposed to be in power or have some sort of level of authority over the one to whom she gives birth. The child would respect, honor, and listen to their parents.

Instead, the one who gives birth becomes the servant of the one who is born. Parents desperately trying to please their children.

"PERSON WILL SEE BAREFOOTED, LIGHTLY DRESSED, AND POOR PEOPLE WHO ARE SHEPHERDS"

People who don’t have anything, they are very poor suddenly the situation changes for them, and they are competing with one another over who can build the tallest building.

Bounty of Allah:

In the end, all of this is from the blessings of Allah (SWT). We still have to acknowledge that no matter how much effort we put in, our wealth and success will always be in the hands and bounty of Allah. Being successful and having wealth should give us more reasons to increase our humility and increase our gratitude.

Conclusion:

Ḥadīth Jibrīl is a hadith of the Islamic prophet Muhammad (the last prophet of Islam) which concisely expresses the religion of Islam.[1] It is believed to contain a summary of the core of the religion of Islam, which are:

1. Islām (إسالم), which is described with the "Five Pillars of Islam"

2. Īmān (إيمان), which is described with the "Six Articles of Faith,"

3. Iḥsān (إحسان), or "doing what is beautiful,"

4. al-Sā’ah (الساعة), or The Hour, which is not described, but its

signs are given.

That's all for today. Thank you.

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WEEK 3: BELIEEF IN ALLAH, MALAIKAT, AL-KITAB

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BELIEF IN ALLAH

Four things are necessary for achieving belief in Allah:

1. Belief in the existence of Allah

-the existence of Allah is something indicated by reason and by man's innate nature.

2. Belief in the lordship of Allah

-HE alone is the Lord, with no partner or helper.

[ َمٰـِلِك َيْوِم ٱلِّديِن ]

Allah is both Malik and Maalik, then this is confirmation both of His Sovereignty and His control over all affairs

3. Belief in his divinity

-HE is the One True God, with no partner or associate. Everything that is taken as a god alongside Allah and worshipped instead of HIM, its divinity is false.

4. Belief in HIS names and attributes

-affirming the names and attributes which Allah has affirmed for HIMSELF in the Quran and in the Sunnah of HIS messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) in a manner that befits HIM, without distorting or denying the meanings, or asking how, or likening HIM to HIS creation.

Four things to be avoided regarding belief in Allah's names and attributes:

1. Tahreef (distorting)

2. Ta'teel (denying)

3. Tamtheel (likening Allah to HIS creation)

4. Takyeef (discussing how)

BELIEF IN MALAIKAT

The attributes of Malaikat:

1. They are created from light

2. An ever-obedient creature who never does any wickedness

3. The angels have wings

4. A very huge creature

5. The beauty of the angels

6. They are different one another in form and position

7. They are not male, nor female

8. They do not eat nor drink

10 names of Malaikat and their duties:

1. Jibril

-brings down revelations to the Prophets.

2. Mikail

-the angel who delivers reiki sustenance, and all that is good for us - be it nourishment, rain, etc.

3. Munkar

-the angel question the dead in the grave. It is not the person who answers, but his 'amalan (deeds) and his faith that answers for him.

4. Israfil

-the trumpet blower. He will blow the trumpet the first time to signify Qiamat (end of the world) and the second time to resurrect all for judgement at Mahsyar for Judgement in front of Allah.

5. Izra'il

-the angel of death. He retrieves the soul from the body at exact moment that a person has been destined to die, as dictated by Allah, not a second more or second less. He does not have any power nor intention of his own - he does all at the orders of Allah.

6. Nakir

-the angel question the dead in the grave. It is not the person who answers, but his 'amalan (deeds) and his faith that answers for him.

7. Ridhwan

-the (chief) angel of heaven.

8. Raqib

-it is the duty of the angel of Raqib to record the good deeds of mankind while living.

9. Maalik

-the (chief) angel of hell.

10. Atid

-the responsibility to record all the bad things and evil human when alive.

BELIEF IN AL-KITAB

The books:

1. Al-Quran (Muhammad SAW)

2. Taurat (Musa A.S)

3. Zaboor (Daud A.S)

4. Injeel (Isa A.S)

Four aspects of believing:

1. Phase 1

-to believe that they are truly sent down by Allah.

2. Phase 2

-to believe in the Books that mankind were informed of (the 4 books).

3. Phase 3

-to implement the commandments contained in these Books, unless Allah commanded to the contrary through Naskh (overruling).

4. Phase 4

-to believe in whatever the Books contained that have not been corrupted.

That's all for today. Thank you.

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WEEK 4: BELIEF IN RASUL, QIYAMAH, QADA' & QADR

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WEEK 4: BELIEF IN RASUL, QIYAMAH, QADA' & QADR

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BELIEF IN RASUL

Rasul vs. Nabi:

1. Ar-Rasul

-every Rasul is a Nabi, but not every Babi is a Rasul.

-a messenger that was given the new code of Islam (wahyu) to be shared with al Muslims.

2. An-Nabi

-a messenger that was not given the new code of Islam (wahyu) to be shared with al Muslims, just following the earlier Rasul's code from Allah SWT.

Roles of Nabi and Rasul:

1. guiding humanity from the worship of the created beings into worship of their creator.

2. showing humanity the right path that will lead them to the paradise and to salvation from the Hellfire.

3. purifying the soul from materialism, sin and heedlessness.

4. conveying to humanity the teaching of Allah SWT which is for their own benefit in this life and in the hereafter.

وِلُكِّل ُأَّمٍۢة َّرُسوٌۭلۖ  َفِإَذا َجٓاَء َرُسوُلُهْم ُقِضَى بْيَنُهم ِبٱْلِقْسِط َوُهْم اَل ُيْظَلُموَن

And for every community, there is a messenger. After their messenger has come, judgment is passed on them in all fairness, and they are not wronged.

BELIEF IN QIYAMAH

Qiyamah (the day of judgement):

Belief in qiyamah is one of the principles of Islamic Faith and many verses of the Qur'an devoted to this topic. It is when "all bodies will be resurrected" from the dead, and "all people" are "called to account" for their deeds and their faith during their life on Earth. It has been called "the dominant message" of the holy book of Islam, the Qur'an, Resurrection and judgement - the two themes "central to the understanding of Islamic eschatology." Judgement Day is considered a fundamental tenet of faith by all Muslims, and one of the six articles of Islamic faith.

Key beliefs:

1. Belief in resurrection

-Muslims believe that after death, every individual will be resurrected on the Day of Judgment, regardless of their status, creed, or beliefs. This resurrection will

occur when Allah commands it, and all humanity will be brought back to life from their graves.

2. The scales of deeds

-Muslims believe that on the Day of Judgment, their deeds will be weighed on a scale (Mizan) to determine their worth and righteousness. Good deeds will be

rewarded, while evil deeds will be accounted for and may result in punishment.

3. Accountability

-On the Day of Judgment, every individual will be held accountable for their beliefs, actions, and intentions during their earthly life. Allah, the Just and Merciful, will judge each person fairly and impartially, weighing their deeds and intentions against the standards of divine justice.

4. The books of deeds

-Muslims believe that every person’s actions and deeds are recorded by angels throughout their life. These records will be presented on the Day of Judgment, and individuals will be judged based on their deeds as recorded in the Books of Deeds.

5. Intercession

-Muslims believe in the concept of intercession (Shafa’ah) on the Day of Judgment, where righteous individuals, prophets, and angels may intercede on

behalf of believers to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. The ultimate intercession belongs to Allah alone.

6. Signs of the hour

-Muslims believe in various signs that will precede the Day of Judgment, including

moral decay, societal upheaval, and natural disasters. These signs are mentioned in the Quran and the Hadith and serve as reminders of the inevitability of the Day of Judgment.

7. Paradise and Hellfire

-Muslims believe that based on their deeds and faith, individuals will be assigned to either Paradise (Jannah) or Hellfire (Jahannam). Paradise is described as an

eternal abode of bliss and reward for the righteous, while Hellfire is a place of

punishment and torment for the disobedient and disbelievers.

8. Eternal life

-The Day of Judgment marks the beginning of eternal life in the Hereafter. Muslims believe that Paradise offers everlasting joy and fulfillment, while Hellfire entails eternal suffering and remorse.

Minor signs of qiyamah:

1. death of the prophet

2. spread of riba

3. spread of zina

4. competing in construction of tall building

5. appearance of woman clothed yet naked

6. a slave giving birth her mistress

7. emergence of claimant to prophethood

8. disappearance of scholars

9. loss of trust

10. widespread false testimony and concealment of true testimony

7 major sign of qiyamah:

1. the appearance of Mahdi

2. the emergence of Dajjal

3. the return of prophet Isa

4. Ya'juj and Ma'juj

5. rising of the sun from the west

6. the emergence of Dabbat

7. death of all Muslim.

Conclusion:

The Day of Judgment is a central tenet of Islamic belief, emphasizing the accountability of individuals before Allah and the eventual reckoning of their deeds.

It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of worldly life and the importance of preparing for the Hereafter through faith, righteousness, and good deeds.

The belief in the Day of Judgment inspires Muslims to lead virtuous lives, seek forgiveness for their shortcomings, and strive for salvation in the Hereafter.

BELIEF IN QADA' AND QADR

What the differences between Qada' and Qadr:

1. Qada'

-In Arabic, qadha’ means placing and deciding a certain ruling. While from syarak’s perspective, qadha’ is something that has been decided by Allah SWT for all His creations, whether it is in terms of its creation, destruction or changes. -setting an amount or extent of something before deciding that it would happen.

2. Qadr

-In Arabic, qadar means setting something to a certain amount. While in syarak, qadar is something that has been set at a certain amount since the beginning of time, so that it follows His knowledge which precedes everything.

-making something happen according to a set condition.

Quranic references:

1. Everything that happens is according to the will of Allah.

"And everything with HIM is by due measure." (Sarah aL-Ra'd)

2. Everything has its limits set to it by Allah SWT and not going beyond or below it.

"Indeed, all things WE created with predestination." (Sarah Al-Qamar)

Hikmah:

1. grateful and patient

2. always depend on Allah SWT

3. tawakkal and ikhlas

That's all for today. Thank you.

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Definition:

Ihsan in worshipping the creator : to worship Allah as if he sees Him, and if He soes not see Him, then Allah sees Him.

Ihsan in the rights of creation : to give all benefit of any kind to any creature.

Al-Ragheb Al-Isfahani said : Ihsan is in 2 ways :

1. Giving favor to others

2. Goodness in doing it

Allah commands:

"Allah enjoin justice and goodness and giving to kin and forbids

indecency and evil" (surah An Nahl)

َواْلَبْغِۚي َيِعُظُكْم َلَعَّلُكْم َتَذَّكُروَنِاَّن َهّٰللا َيْأُمُر ِباْلَعْدِل َواِاْلْحَساِن َو۪ايَٓتاِئ ِذي اْلُقْرٰبى َوَيْنٰهى َعِن اْلَفْحَٓشاِء َواْلُمْنَكِر

Surah Al-Baqarah (83)

َواۡلَيٰتٰمى َواۡلَمٰسِکۡيِن َوُقۡوُلۡوا ِللَّناِس ُحۡسًنا َّوَاِقۡيُموا الَّصٰلوَة َوٰاُتوا الَّزٰکوَةؕ  ُثَّم َتَوَّلۡيُتۡمَوِاۡذ َاَخۡذَنا ِمۡيَثاَق َبِنٓۡى ِاۡسَرٓاِءۡيَل اَل َتۡعُبُدۡوَن ِااَّل هّٰللا َوِباۡلَواِلَدۡيِن ِاۡحَساًنا َّوِذى اۡلُقۡرٰبى

ِااَّل َقِلۡياًل ِّمۡنُکۡم َوَاۡنـُتۡم ُّمۡعِرُضۡوَن‏

3 level of Faith:

1. Islam

Outward submission through actions, such as praying , fasting and giving charity

2. Iman

Internal belief in Allah , His angels , his books , His messengers , the day of judgement and divine destiny

3. Ihsan

The highest level - where a person's action and beliefs are accompanied by a

deep consciousness of God's presence , terning worship into an act of beauty and

sincerity

Ways to cultivate Ihsan:

1. Deepen Your Relationship with Allah

Regular Worship with Sincerity

Perform acts of worship, like prayer and

fasting, with full concentration. Example:

Pray as if it’s your last prayer

Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah).

Reflect on Allah’s Attributes

2. Improve Your Character and

Relationships

Practice Kindness

Show Gratitude

Seek to Be Just and Fair

3. Strive for Excellence in Actions

Work with Dedication

Whether studying, working, or volunteering, aim for the

highest quality in your tasks as a form of worship.

Example: Complete your assignments on time with

effort and precision.

Avoid Mediocrity

Go beyond minimal standards, remembering that Allah

values the effort put into even small deeds.

4. Enhance Self-Awareness

5. Develop Compassion for All Creation

6. Seek Knowledge

7. Pray for Ihsan

8. Surround yourself with good company

9. Be consistent

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ADAB TOWARDS PARENTS

Methods of Adab:

1. kiss their hand/head when greeting

2. prefer them over everything

3. remember them in your supplication

4. visit them regularly and enquire about their health

5. choose your words well when speaking to them

6. never raise your voice over theirs, speak quietly and softly

7. share with them good news about your life

8. never compare them with others

Insan towards parents:

َوَقَضٰى َرُّبَك َأاَّل َتْعُبُدوا ِإاَّل ِإَّياُه َوِباْلَواِلَدْيِن ِإْحَساًناۚ  ِإَّما َيْبُلَغَّن ِعنَدَك

اْلِكَبَر َأَحُدُهَما َأْو ِكاَلُهَما َفاَل َتُقل َّلُهَما ُأٍّف َواَل َتْنَهْرُهَما َوُقل َّلُهَما

َقْواًل َكِريًما

“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.” (Surah al-Isra')

Conclusion:

To conclude, parents are a great blessing for every individual. Thus, it is the obligation of every child to take care of their parents offering the best service and care as long as they do not ask us to disobey Allah SWT.

ADAB TOWARDS NEIGHBOUR AND SOCIETY

Who is neighbour:

Neighbours are forty houses on each side, as was stated by ash-Shaafa ‘i. The rights of neighbours apply to forty houses like this and like this and like this” and he pointed to the front, to the back, to the right and to the left.

[ Narrated by Abu Dawood ]

Allah SWT says in the Quran about neighbour:

“Worship Allah and associate nothing with Him, and to parents do good, and to relatives, orphans, the needy, the near neighbor, the neighbor farther away, the companion at your side, the traveler, and

those whom your right hands possess. Indeed, Allah does not like those who are arrogant and boastful.”

Give greetings and a smile:

Prophet Muhammad SAW teaches us that a smile is an act of charity

Greeting someone with a friendly, smiling face can brighten their day and make them feel at ease.

Offer food:

Anas ibn Malik :

Prophet SAW said, “He does not have faith in me who spends the night satiated while he knows that the neighbor to his side is hungry”

He also advised one of his companions that whenever he cooked a stew, to added water to the broth to make enough to give to their neighbors (Muslim).

When you are barbecuing or cooking a spiced meal, the scent of the food reaches the people who live next door and stirs their appetite. They will appreciate it if you send them a plate to enjoy.

Visit and check up on them when they are ill:

A good neighbor notices

if there is something wrong next door

if there is damage to the property

if someone is sick

if there is some other emergency or need

The Prophet SAW said, “Anybody who believes in Allah and the Last Day, should serve his neighbor generously” (Bukhari)

Give gifts:

Prophet SAW said “Give each other gifts and you will love each other”

He advised Muslims to give gifts because gift-giving has a positive effect on people and can help build, and when necessary, mend relationships.

One day, Aisha, the wife of the Prophet SAW wanted to give a gift to one of her two neighbors, but she was not sure who to give it to, so she asked his advice. He said to give “to the one whose door is nearer to you” (Bukhari).

Do not disturb or harm them:

The Prophet SAW said, “Anybody who believes in Allah and the Last Day should not harm his neighbor…” (Bukhari).

This harm includes anything physical, emotional, or even spiritual.

Physical harm to one’s neighbor are loud parties, offensive smells, damaging their possessions or property, or leaving uncovered trash outside.

Emotional harm can be inflicted by being rude, meddlesome, disrespectful, or abusive.

Spiritual harm can occur when we misrepresent Islam by being a bad neighbor, thus causing them to reject or even hate our religion based on our misdeeds.

Conclusion:

The concept of adab, or good manners, towards neighbors is deeply rooted in Islamic teachings and is emphasized in

various hadiths and the Quran.

Muslims are instructed to

Treat their neighbors with kindness, respect, and generosity, regardless of their religion or background.

helping them in times of need

respecting their privacy

avoiding causing them any harm

Muslims practicing adab towards their neighbors can foster stronger bonds within their communities and promote harmony and goodwill.

ADAB AS STUDENT

Prioritise the purification of his soul of blameworthy characteristics:

The Prophet’s words “Islam was built upon purity.” The Prophet ﷺ was not speaking about keeping one’s clothes pure. Rather he was speaking about the heart.

Ibn Mas’ud said, “Knowledge is not knowing a lot of narrations. It is a light

that is cast into the heart.”

It is obvious that the impurity mentioned does not refer to the clothes of the student. As long as the student does not purify his inner being of impure traits, his inner being will not accept beneficial religious knowledge, nor be illuminated through the light of knowledge.

Limit his attachments and travel away from his homeland, so that his heart will

be free for knowledge:

For Allah SWT has not placed for any man two hearts in the same breast.

That is why it has been said of knowledge, “It will not give you a part of itself, unless you give it all of you."

Avoids giving his attention to the disagreements of the people of knowledge:

“If someone visits us in our beginning stages will become a siddiq. If he visits us in our final stages, he will become an apostate.”

That is because, in the final stages of their

journey, their limbs refrain from actions,

except the obligatory acts. They replace

voluntary acts with the journey of the

heart and perpetual witnessing. And, the

negligent person will consider this to be

inaction and inoccupation.

Allah SWT said:

(You see the mountains and consider them still, even though they move like clouds) (al-Naml, 88).

Gives great concern to the most importance science: the knowledge of the Hereafter:

It mean the category of knowledge that deals with perfecting character and unveiling. The perfection of character leads to unveiling. And unveiling is gnosis of Allah SWT, which is a light that Allah سبحانه وتعاٰىل casts into a heart that has been purified by worship and struggle, having arrived at the level of the faith of Abu Bakr رضي هللا عنه, about whom it has been narrated,

“If the faith of the people of the earth were weight against the faith of Abu Bakr, the faith of Abu Bakr would outweigh it.”

That was due to a secret stored within his heart, not that which can be measured and weighed.

Does not behave haughtily before knowledge, nor command his teacher:

Rather, he should place himself under his teacher’s complete control, just as an extremely sick person submits himself completely to his doctor. The sick person does not pretend to give his doctor instructions, nor advise him on which medicine to use. It is also imperative that the student be constantly in service to his teacher.

Zayd b. Thabit رضي هللا عنه prayed a funeral

prayer, after which, an animal was brought to him so that he might ride it. Ibn رضي هللا عنه Abbas‘ came and held the animal to help Zayd b. Thabit mount the animal.

Zayd said to him, “Leave that, o cousin of the Messenger of Allah.”

Ibn 'Abbas said, “This is how we were commanded to treat the Scholars and the elders.”

So, Zayd kissed his hand and said, “This is how we were commanded to treat the People of the House of our Prophet.”

The Prophet said, “Adulation is not from the

character of the believer, except in seeking

knowledge.” It has been said that knowledge flees from an arrogant person the same way that a stream rushes from high places.

Thank you.

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WEEK 7: ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE: APPRECIATION FOR
THE NATURE AND
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WEEK 7: ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE: APPRECIATION FOR
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Environmentalism in Islam:

1. the teaching of monotheism (tawheed)

2. understanding of unity that combines the awareness of humans, nature, and God.

Principle environmental protection:

1. principle of khalifa and amanah

2. concept of tawheed (oneness of God)

Khalifah and Amanah:

The role of humans created in this world as a Caliph

ِإِّني َجاِعٞل ِفي ٱَأۡلۡرِض َخِليَفۖٗة

“I will create a vicegerent on earth.”

Responsible for managing this earth as best as possible

Responsible for administering this world as best as possible, in line with the purpose of our creation

Looking at the environment while being grateful and contemplating its majesty

ِإَّن ِفي َخۡلِق ٱلَّسَٰمَٰوِت َوٱَأۡلۡرِض َوٱۡخِتَٰلِف ٱَّلۡيِل َوٱلَّنَهاِر ٓأَلَٰيٖت ُأِّلْوِلي ٱَأۡلۡلَٰبِب

“Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and the day are signs for those of understanding”

Concept of Tawheed:

Allah S.W.T created the world perfectly in its occurrence

- without any deficiency in the slightest

- without the need for human help to improve it

Earth is a living entity, which should be treated with respect and caution in line

with the concept of justice

Earth's resources should be well managed, distributed and utilized by the people of a country.

Various disasters and environmental damage that occur around the worldare caused by the greed and carelessness of humans themselves

Prohibition damage to environment:

Various disasters and environmental damage that occur around the world are

caused by the greed and carelessness of humans themselves.

“ َظَهَر اْلَفَساُد ِفي اْلَبِّر َواْلَبْحِر ِبَما َكَسْب َاْيِدي الَّناِس

ِلُيِذيَقُهم َبْعَض اَّلِذي َعِملوا َلَعَّلُهْم َيرِجُعوَن ”

Mischief has appeared on land and sea because of (the meed) that the hands of men have earned that (Allah) may give them a taste of some of their deeds: in order that they may turn back (from Evil).

Environmental care practices in Islam:

1. water conservation

The Prophet came upon, Sa'd when he was performing ablution and asked,

“What is the meaning of this extravagance, Sa'd?” He replied,“Is there extravagance in ablution?” He said,“Yes, even if you are beside a flowing river.’’

Prohibition wasting water

while performing ablution.

2. responsible consumption

Buying environmentally friendly products and reducing the use of single-use plastics.

3. protection of trees and plants

-Islam emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment by asking its followers not to cut down trees

-Planting trees is one of the noble jobs and is highly encouraged by Allah SWT and Rasulullah SAW

-The sign of the greatness of Allah SWT can be seen clearly in the process of the occurrence of the plantation

Conclusion:

Protecting the environment is the responsibility of every Muslim Principles and practices of environmental protection in Islam help create a healthier and more sustainable world for future generations.

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1. Earning Allah’s Pleasure and Blessings

Serving and honoring parents is a direct means to earn Allah’s mercy.

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said, “The pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of the parents.” (Tirmidhi).

⁠This shows that good treatment of parents leads to spiritual success and barakah (blessing) in life.

2. Developing Humility and Gratitude

Showing adab to parents teaches a person to be grateful and humble.

Recognizing their sacrifices instills appreciation and prevents arrogance, nurturing a heart that values the efforts of others.

3. Preservation of Cultural and Moral Values

When children show good adab to their parents, they help pass on moral and ethical values to the next generation.

It maintains a tradition of respect, discipline, and honor within families and communities.

4. Preparation for Parenthood and Future Responsibility

Honoring parents , teaches empathy and responsibility , also help in preparing individuals for their own roles as parents.

It becomes a cycle , those who show respect are likely to be respected in return when they grow older.

5. Spiritual Cleansing of the Heart (Tazkiyah al-Nafs)

Honoring parents purifies the soul. It teaches self-control, patience, and love without expecting reward.

It cleanse the heart from ego, pride, and selfishness.

6. A Test of True Character and Iman

How we treat those closest to us especially when they are weak, old, or difficult.

⁠It is the truest test of our character (the real us).

Islam places this test within the home to measure sincerity of faith (iman), not just public piety.

7. Gaining Long Life and Sustained Rizq (Provision)

The Prophet (SAW) said: “Whoever would like to have his provision increased and his lifespan extended, let him maintain ties of kinship.” (Bukhari, Muslim)

Basically, honoring parents is the highest form of this.

It is not just spiritual , it has real life benefits.

8. Training for Leadership and Responsibility

Serving parents disciplines the soul and builds emotional intelligence.

It is a key traits of great leaders. - By learning to respect authority and manage relationships wisely, one becomes more fit to lead with justice and compassion.

9. Unlocking Doors to Paradise (Jannah)

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) called parents “your heaven or your hell.” (Ibn Majah).

Serving them with excellence can open doors to Jannah that no other deed might open.

For many, the easiest path to Paradise is through this daily, intimate form of worship.

قَضَىٰ رَبُّكَ أَلَّا تَعْبُدُوا إِلَّا إِيَّاهُ وَبِالْوَالِدَيْنِ إِحْسَانًا

"And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you show kindness to your parents."

(Surah Al-Isra, 17:23)

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Through this usrah class, i have gained many knowledges from my classmates and sister Farisyah. Through usrah, i have learned how to strengthening my faith, improve my communication skills, gain many islamic knowledges that i once wanted to learn so bad, finding a bunch of supportive classmates and making a lots of friends and manage to think positively by motivate myself and become a more discipline student, daughter, and a friend.

MY WISH LIST!

I wish that everyone will achieve the same goals as me, achieve as much knowledges as I achieved in this usrah. I wish that sister Farisyah will have a good future ahead of her because she genuinely deserves it! And i hope everyone is happy being in IIUM and become part of IIUM students. Last but not least, I wish everyone get GPA 4.0 for this sem and manage to become a student in dean list. ❤️

IMPROVEMENT!

I genuinely think that there is nothing to improve because sister Farisyah is really good at teaching and the way she explains everything reaches the audience. She is also friendly and engaging with the audience too. I really love her!!