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Assalamualaikum, everyone!

Name: Muhammad Harith bin Yusasmadi

Age: 18 years old

Hometown: Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang

Secondary school: Kolej Islam Sultan Alam Shah, Klang

Matric No: 243547

Mahallah: Mahallah Aishah

Course: Medicine

Contact No: 017-4032203

email: muhammadharithyusasmadi@gmail.com

Facilitator: Br. Hazim

Usrah Group: Group 115

Hobby:

-jogging

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Al-Quran as guidance

The Quran was revealed by Allah to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) gradually through the Malaikat Jibril over 23 years, beginning in 610 Masihi with the first revelation in the Cave of Hira. The Quran was sent as a guide for humanity, leading them to the right path and distinguishing between good and evil.

The main purpose of the Quran is to provide guidance, improve akhlaq, and teach the oneness of Allah (Tawhid) and proper worship. It also outlines laws, warns of the Day of Judgment, and teaches mankind about Allah’s mercy and greatness.

• Source of Truth: The Quran provides clear distinctions between right and wrong, guiding believers in their daily lives.

• Comprehensive Teachings: It covers all aspects of life, including personal conduct, social justice, and spirituality.

• Eternal Relevance: The Quran’s guidance is timeless, offering solutions to past, present, and future challenges.

• Spiritual Growth: Reciting and reflecting upon the Quran brings one closer to Allah and enhances inner peace.

• Moral Compass: The Quran sets ethical and moral standards, helping individuals live righteously and avoid harm.

Allah says Quran contains information about every aspect of life for the guidance of mankind.

“[It is] He Who has sent down the Book (the Quran) to you (Muhammad (PBUH)) with truth, confirming what came before it. And he sent down the Torah and the Injeel. Aforetime, as a guidance to mankind, And He sent down the Furqaan (The Criterion) [of judgment between right and wrong (this Quran)].” [3:3-4]

Above mentioned all verses proves that Quran is the only source of guidance for mankind and human beings can get success in this world as well in the life hereafter by spending their lives according to Quran.

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What do the 5 pillars of Islam mean?

There are five key practices that all Muslims are obligated to fulfil throughout their lifetime. These practices are referred to as pillars because they form the foundation of Muslim life. The five pillars of Islam are Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj.

The 5 pillars of Islam

Shahada (Faith)

The declaration of faith in one God (Allah) and His messenger (peace be upon him).

Salah (Prayer)

The ritual prayer required of every Muslim five times a day throughout their lifetime.

Zakat (Almsgiving)

The act of giving a portion of a Muslim’s wealth to those in need throughout their lifetime.

Sawm (Fasting)

The act of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.

Hajj (Pilgrimage)

The sacred pilgrimage to Mecca required of every Muslim at least once in their lifetime if it is within their means.

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Belief in prophet

In 13 years, The Prophet Muhammad SAW taught Tawhid to ensure all teaching of Islam can be delivered properly and would not be mixed up by the other aspect of Islam (shariah, ibadah and so on)

The existence of the prophet is to guide the man about the Islam, teaching about the Hereafter, which makes them realise and understand better.

How can we make Rasullullah as our good example in daily life?

Practice Syukr

Practice Tolerance

Practice Taubat

Belief in the Day of Judgements

Belief in the Day of Judgements helps us to feel fear of the punishment of the Day of Judgements.

Belief in the Predestinations

Qadar- knowing and planning properly

Qada' -unchange destiny that have been set since azali

Benefit

-mentally calm because of knowing that all courses are in behalf of Allah's Great Plan

- allow man to always cherish and stive for the best because knowing that only Allah gives bless of success to those who works for it

-remove hasad, because knowing that all executions are based on Allah's plan.

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1. Belief in Allah

The scholars of Islam have written extensively about this topic as it is the most important thing for a Muslim to know. Belief in Allah is the foundation for which a Muslim’s faith is built upon.

It is to believe that Allah is the only Creator, Sustainer, King, and Planner of everything in existence.

2. Belief in the Angels

Angels are from the world of the unseen.  They were created to obey the commands of Allah and they never transgress His laws or commands. Here is the description of the Angels with verses from the Qur’an:

Who disobey not, (from executing) the commands they receive from Allah, but do that which they are commanded.Qur’an - Chapter 66, Verse 6

3. Belief in the Book

In Islam it is a part of faith to believe all the books that were revealed to the messengers. There have been many scriptures revealed throughout the history of mankind. Allah tells us about a few of the names of the scriptures in the Qur’an.

3. They include the Torah which was sent to Moses, the Gospel which was sent to Jesus, the Psalms (Zaboor) which was sent to David, the scriptures of Ibrahim (Abraham), and the Qur’an itself which was sent to Muhammad (peace be upon them all).

It is He Who has sent down the Book (the Qur’an) to you (Muhammad) with truth, confirming what came before it. And He sent down the Torah and the GospelQur'an Chapter 3, Verse 3

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Tips for Exam

1) Prepare Early

2) Make a Study Plan

Plan your time effectively.

- "Indeed, Allah loves those who are organized." (Quran 61:4)

3) Avoid Procrastination

- Start now, not later.

- "The most beloved deeds to Allah are those done regularly" (Sahih Bukhari)

4) Stay Focused Remove distractions.

- "And do not waste time." (Quran 23:3)

5) Make Du'a (Supplication)

- Ask Allah for success.

- "Call upon Me; I will respond to you." (Quran 40:60)

6) Rest and Eat Well

- Take care of your health.

- "Your body has a right over you." (Sahih Bukhari)

7) Stay Positive

- Trust in Allah's plan.

- "With hardship comes ease."

(Quran 94:6)

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WEEK 5

The word "ihsan" is mentioned 211 times in the Quran. According to the Quran, there are three characteristics of "al-Muhsin" (those who practice ihsan):

1. Doing good to others.

2. Doing good to others to the best of one's ability.

3. Performing these good deeds solely for the sake of Allah.

The Importance and Connection Between the Quality of Ihsan and Faith in the Day of Judgment:

Ihsan is deeply tied to faith because it reflects a person's awareness of Allah's constant presence. When a believer practices ihsan, they act with sincerity and excellence, knowing they will be held accountable on the Day of Judgment. The stronger one’s faith, the more they are driven to act with ihsan, as they recognize that all actions will be rewarded or judged by Allah in the hereafter. This leads to a life of moral excellence, motivated by the desire to please Allah and achieve success in the afterlife.

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Onto this 3-month Usrah session, I had gained thousands of new information as well as knowledge related to the topic being proposed by Br Hazim in every single session. From every 3 to 5p.m. on Friday evening, directly after Jumaah prayer, I had got to see many usrah members and talked to them, making new friends and even found a quite a lot of my usrah members are from Penang too!

However, every single task that we did every day should be improved for betterment. For instance, I hope that our usrah session can be held in the morning instead of evening because most students have no classes in the morning and I would rather suggest morning because most of them are still fresh compared to the evening. Although the time schedule is quite not appropriate, the content of the session are still marvelous for me and I hope this way should be continued from time to time.

Wassalam.

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Main Concepts of Usrah

1) Taaruf (Knowing Each Other)

- Ice-breaking and introductions.

- Helps members become familiar and comfortable.

2) Tafahum (Understanding Each Other)

- Clarifying goals, objectives, and responsibilities.

- Ensuring unity and fairness (adl).

3) Ta'awun/Takaful (Helping Each Other)

- Practicing solidarity and mutual support.

- Taking responsibility for each other.

Key Islamic Principles in Usrah

1) Set the Right Intention (Niyyah)

- Why are you joining?

- What do you expect from it?

2) Practice the Right Actions (Amal)

- Sincerity (Ikhlas).

- Follow the Quran and Sunnah.

3) Ihsan (Excellence in Worship)

- Hadith Jibril: Worship Allah as if you see Him.

- Muraqabatullah: Being aware that Allah is watching

Final Advice

Balance between private worship (ibadah khasah) and general good deeds (ibadah 'ammah).

- Regular practice (mutaba'ah amal), correct recitation (tahsin tajwid).

- Create an environment of Islamic brotherhood (ukhuwah Islamiyyah) and a righteous atmosphere (biah solehah

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Reasons and Wisdom Behind Acts of Worship

1) Şalāh (Prayer)

Connects with Allah.

- Prevents bad behavior.

2) Şawm (Fasting)

- Builds self-control and righteousness.

3) Zakāh (Charity)

- Purifies wealth and helps others.

4) Hajj (Pilgrimage)

- Teaches patience, unity, and devotion

Conclusion

Acts of worship strengthen faith, build character, and bring us closer to Allah

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FASTING (SAWM DURING RAMADHAN)

Preparing Solat with Khusyu'

1) Prepare Mentally and Physically

- Clear your mind from distractions.

- Perform ablution (wudu) property and calmly.

2) Find a Quiet Place

- Choose a clean, peaceful space for prayer.

- Focus on Your Intention (Niyyah)

3) Be sincere and aware of your purpose to connect with Allah.

- Understand What You Recite

- Learn the meaning of the verses and prayers in Şalāh.

- This increases focus and connection.

4) Visualize Standing Before Allah

- Imagine vou are directly in Allah's presence.

5) Avoid External Distractions

- Tum off your phone and avoid noisy surroundings.

6) Reflect on the Rewards of Şaläh

- Remind yourself of the benefits and spiritual growth it brings.

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Virtues of Solah with Khusyu

1) Al-Ta'ah (Obedience to Allah)

-Complete submission to Allah's commands

-Bowing and prostration show loyalty

2) Al-Jihad (Struggle for Focus)

-Overcoming distractions in prayer

- Builds strength and patience for life's challenges

3) Muhasabah (Self-Reflection)

-Reflect on actions and seek forgiveness

- Encourages a pure heart and clear conscience.

4) Tawaddu (Humility)

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-Removes arrogance, builds gratitude.

: Bowing and prostration show humbleness.

5) Iffah (Modesty and Self-Control)

- Avoid sinful actions and desires.

- Prayer reminds us of Allah's presence, builds discipline.

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Virtues Found in Sawm

Benefits of Fasting in Ramadan

Increases Faith and Obedience: Fasting helps strengthen our faith and makes us more obedient to God.

Teaches Patience: We learn to control ourselves, be more patient, and avoid anger.

Improves Health: Fasting can help improve body health by detoxifying the body.

Develops Discipline: It builds self-discipline by teaching us to follow rules and manage time better.

Enhances Gratitude: Fasting helps us feel grateful for the blessings we have and understand the struggles of others.

Increases Generosity: We become more caring and willing to help people in need.

Strengthens Social Bonds: Fasting together promotes unity and strengthens our relationship with others.

Cleanses the Soul: It purifies our hearts and minds from negative thoughts and actions.

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Virtues of Zakāh

1- Tawakkul (Reliance on Allah)

- Teaches reliance on Allah, not material wealth.

- Allah replaces what is given for His sake.

2- Ukhuwwah (Brotherhood)

- Builds love, unity, and empathy among Muslims.

Removes envy and hatred from society.

Zakāh: Bridging Relationships

- Vertical Relationship: Connection with Allah.

- Horizontal Relationships Connection with fellow humans.

Combines spiritual and social acts.

Conclusion

- Zakāh is both a financial and spiritual obligation.

- Promotes reliance on Allah and strengthens brotherhood.

Essential for building a caring and united Muslim community.

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Onto this 3-month Usrah session, I had gained thousands of new information as well as knowledge related to the topic being proposed by Br Hazim in every single session. From every 3 to 5p.m. on Friday evening, directly after Jumaah prayer, I had got to see many usrah members and talked to them, making new friends and even found a quite a lot of my usrah members are from Penang too!

However, every single task that we did every day should be improved for betterment. For instance, I hope that our usrah session can be held in the morning instead of evening because most students have no classes in the morning and I would rather suggest morning because most of them are still fresh compared to the evening. Although the time schedule is quite not appropriate, the content of the session are still marvelous for me and I hope this way should be continued from time to time.

Wassalam.