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Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2024 (19 Rabiul Akhir 1446)

Venue: Student Mall

Naqibah Fawazza explained about the course outline and assignment; role play and slide

Ice breaking session

Divided individual into groups consist of 4 people

Get to know each other and played 2 truth and 1 lie, create a whatsapp group, took selfie, decided to name group

Each group comes with a representative and explain one’s specialty/uniqueness

Tadarus Surah Mukminun

Explain concept of usrah and the rukun; ta'aruf, tafahum, ta'awun

We are going to have 7 sessions and last session we got to do potluck and exchange give (secret sahaba')

Recite Surah Al Mulk

End with Doa Rabitah, Tasbih Kifarah, Surah Al Asr

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Nuha, Syamimi, Najwa and Aliyah took a selfie

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Divided individual into groups consist of 4-5 people

Get to know each other and played 2 truth and 1 lie, created a whatsapp group, took selfie, decided to name group based on alphabet given.

We get "E" and decided to put Enak-enak because it reminisced of Aliyah's favourite cuisine back in Singapore.

We introduced ourselves. From your left side is Nuha, she is my classmate. We took same course in Guidance and Counselling. Beside Nuha, is myself followed my Najwa. She is from IRK majoring in BAR. And last but not least is Aliyah. She is also one of my coursemate.

Each group comes with a representative and explain one’s specialty/uniqueness.

Aliyah get to become the representatives for our group and required every usrah mate to take a guess who cannot eat coconut and expertise in fishing. It was Aliyah who could not eat coconut because she is allergy to it and it was Najwa who knew to fishing.

Then, the activity followed by tadarus Surah Al-Mukminun, each of us recite 3 verses.

It is my first time seeing naqibah include everything in this session, she always correct us if we pronounce the verses wrongly. It is important for me and us as Muslim to recite the Quran correctly. May Allah rewarded our Naqibah as she fulfilled her responsibilities as khalifah.

We also end our session with Doa Rabitah, Tasbih Kifarah and Surah Al-Asr

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DOA RABITAH TO BE READ AFTER EACH SESSION

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DOA RABITAH TO BE READ AFTER EACH SESSION

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Familiarise with Doa Rabitah

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UNIC - DOA RABITAH ( WE STAND WITH PALESTINE )

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COURSE OUTLINE AND ASSIGNMENTS (22.10.24)

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COURSE OUTLINE AND ASSIGNMENTS (22.10.24)

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Naqibah Fawazza explained on course outline and assignment. In a particular group, we are encouraged to complete the assignments given which is role-play and slide with the topics appointed.

These assignments will help us to complete the usrah 2.

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Date: Tuesday, 28 October 2024 (25 Rabiul Akhir 1446)

Venue: Educafe

Tadarus Surah Muhammad

Naqibah Fawazza sent a video on “Allah said do this after you sin"

Reflection on the video with group

Voting individually

Familiarise with new doa

End with Suratul Mulk and Doa Rabitah, Tasbih Kafarah and Surah Al Asr

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We are asked to watched a video and give our reflection towards the video.

After we discussed the content inside the video, we wrote our reflection based on our understanding.

In pondering that video, we understood that we should repent after we sin. And if we ever keep commiting the same sin, we should repent until we are tired to do the same mistake.

In the same video, repent our taubah will helped us to remove our sins. Thus, taubah will increase our good deeds and cleanse our sins. By adding act on ibadah, like sadaqah, assist us to reduce our mistakes.

Punishing ourselves by avoiding ourself by not commiting the sins is the other way to stop us from continuing the actions.

Then, we started to vote individually on each group.

I learned there are many type of notes that can be understood and we should keep the notes short and easy for everyone to understand.

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Recite after every prayer so we keep connected to Allah and with the people whom Allah loved.

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...Allah would never change a people’s state ˹of favour˺ until they change their own state ˹of faith˺... (Surah Ar-Rad :11)

The reason why this is my Quranic verse because it motivates, give me hope and optimism and being responsibility. Me as Muslim need carry the weight of being student, daughter, sister and friend. It assists me to take good and wise actions and intentions before doing something.

This verses also teaches me to take steps towards self-improvement be it in studies or relationship towards oneself, Allah, family or friends.

Thus, this verses as a spirit for me whenever I feel like giving up, lazy and uncertainty in life.

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Date: 1 November 2024

Venue: Google Meet

Tadarus Surah Al-Furqan; is another name of Quran. Also known as Ummul Kitab.

Naqibah Fawazza always emphasized on the importance of improving our reading skills.

Practicing is the only way to improve our recitation.

Recapitulate of last lesson

Explain of Arkanul Taubat; There are 4 if we make mistake with other people:

Regret of doing the sin

Promise not to do it again/ Never have intentions to make the same mistake again

Atoning from the sins cause

Asking for forgiveness from Allah people whom you make mistake

Explain on the e-portfolio; up to individual creativity and fulfill the criteria

Word cloud activity; choose individual quranic verses and explain according to what we feel and the reason behind it.

Class end with Doa Rabitah, Tasbih Kafarah and Surah Al-Asr

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Assalamualaikum there, they say "tak kenal maka tak cinta" so here let me introduce myself.

Name: Nur Syamimi binti Zahar

Nickname: Syamimi/Mimi

Age: 21

Birthday: 3 May 2003

State: Pulau Pinang

Hobby: Watching Netflix (and depending on my mood)

I am the eldest among my siblings (3)

Currently pursuing Bachelor of Education in Guidance and Counselling (KOED)

My favourite colour is blue, white, and grey.

Fun fact: I like to study new language because every language is beautiful. I can read and write in Hangul (Korean). I also have attended Turkey Language class and recently interested in learning Sign Language.

Wishlist: I hope that I can master the language and use it wisely. On top of that, I hope I can travel around the world, making myself busier and richer and never forget to repay my loved one kindness and to the society.

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Date: 5 November 2024

Venue: Masjid Level 3

Start praying Isyak in congregation

Naqibah Fawazzah start on explaining about the concept of Doa Rabhitah and Al Mathurat. Both are important because it was a compilation of prayers by Imam Hassan Al Banna. We always recite Doa Rabithah at the very end of Al Mathurat.

She also emphasized on the concept of usrah and congregation or jemaah. She mentioned that usrah can be conducted within the university but also can be utilized outside of the university. Usrah itself are widely practiced in other part of the world.

Our naqibah did also assigned us to choose what topic should we present in the next session based on the course outline given.

Then, we continued tadarus respectively in groups by applying the third principles of usrah which is ta'awun. Meaning to say, helping each other. In terms of tadarus, we did correct our group member to recite Surah Maryam.

I realized that usrah such an important thing and should be continued among the IIUM community not just to fulfill the need credit hour but for the sake of getting the ukhuwah together as a Muslim. Besides that, my dearest Naqibah especially being really helpful towards us in correcting our recitation, giving advice and more.

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We are asked to write our 3 concerns that might be lingering in our mind and let others to give word of affirmation or any advice regarding the issues we had.

We decided to answer verbally, that way they can understand better rather than writing lengthy. (But I prefer the hand-note because it is more comfortable to read.)

Despite that, we had an extra member who joined us today. Her name is Effa. Little bit about her, she was born in Johor but have been living in Sabah for at least 1 decade. She is from KENMS, majoring in accounting. She was quite shy. However, when I received her paper, it was written that she used to be an extrovert person but recently she has been the opposite of it. I hope she gets better and enjoy the moment being in the IIUM.

This activity helps me to understand my usrah mate concerns about their daily life and know how to cope with the current issues. Besides, I get to use some of micro skills which include in my subject. For example, I need to know how to response to the issues given. Thus, this activity helps me to realize that we shared same problems and know how to deal with it despite creating good bonding with each other.

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We are required to choose a topic for presentation

Each of us will be given 3 minutes to present

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Date : 12 November 2024

Venue : Masjid Level 2

Started with Al-Fatihah, for those who can pray are encouraged to pray isyak in congregation. For those who cannot, are assigned to recite Al-Mathurat.

Then, we started to sit in circle and tadarus Surah Al-Fussilat from verse 30-38. I recite the translation as I could not recite the Quran.

This surah actually ponders us upon the purpose of we are being on Earth and our role as khalifah. Did we go straight to Heaven, or we stop by Hell before we enter Heaven? What is some deed that woke us up to keep going our life and make it to the Heaven?

Personally, what keep going for me is my mother and everyone's hope. The reason why I said that because I am the eldest child. To be aware of, as an eldest child they are a lot of expectations and pressure to hang onto. Other reason, I must say about the unprivileged kids or family. I always reflect on what I have and what they do not have. The time and the opportunity that Allah has given me is ALOT. Should I not be thankful to Him? Hence, I should utilize the blessings that He gave me to achieve His redha and do what He has revealed to us.

In addition to that, our Naqibah also did mentioned about the concept of Ihsan. Ihsan can be defined perfection. It is to assume or think that Allah is watching us even when we cannot see with our naked eyes. It is so hard to achieve this kind of level, but it is worth it to try.

Then, we form groups of six and did some small activities. In the activity, we are required to fulfill the good deed or manner that we as Muslim students did on daily life. Hadis and dalil needed to be included as to be proven. This activity helps me to build teamwork, enhance creativity and build good bonding among my usrah mate. Again, I found new mate! One name Intan and Ayu.

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We form group of six; Syamimi, Adibah, Najwa, Imani, Ayu and Intan.

We are necessary to bring our own colour pencil however our generous Naqibah always prepare beforehand.

Mahjong paper are prepared by our Naqibah so we only need to decorate

We decided to discussed first on what we should do and find some hadis or verses using Al-Quran and ChatGPT.

We decorated the mahjong paper beautifully and make use all of the space.

This activity help us to become knowing each other and brainstorm ideas.

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We presented The Virtues Found in Salah with Khushu'

There are five virtues namely Al-Ta'ah (Submission), Al-Jihad (Struggle in the path of Allah), Muhasabah (Reflection), Iffah (Modesty/self- restraint from sinful behaviour) and Tawadhu' (Humility/Humbleness)

Al-Ta'ah (Submission):
This means fully obeying and submitting to Allah's commands. A person with Al-Ta'ah prioritizes pleasing Allah over their desires and follows the teachings of Islam in daily life.

Al-Jihad (Struggle in the path of Allah):
Al-Jihad is striving to improve oneself spiritually and morally. It also includes working for the betterment of society and standing firm in upholding the truth and justice for the sake of Allah.

Muhasabah (Reflection):
Muhasabah is self-reflection, where a person regularly evaluates their actions and intentions. It helps them identify mistakes, seek forgiveness, and improve their behavior to be closer to Allah.

Iffah (Modesty/Self-restraint):
Iffah means controlling oneself from engaging in sinful acts or immoral behavior. It encourages modesty in appearance, speech, and actions, reflecting inner purity.

Tawadhu' (Humility/Humbleness):
Tawadhu' is being humble and not arrogant. It involves recognizing that all blessings come from Allah and treating others with kindness and respect, regardless of their status.

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POTLUCK AND SECRET SAHABA, LAST USRAH :(

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POTLUCK AND SECRET SAHABA, LAST USRAH :(

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Our last activity in this session is creating rabbit origami, whereas I did the opposite. I did fox instead, I coloured them with orange like one of the zootopia character! Sister Fawazzah patiently instructed us to do the origami step by step. It is easy to do and she insisted us to write quote in the back of rabbit head. Then, we need to exchange with our usrahmate. I gave it to the person infront of me. I did write quote that inspire by one of my favourite author Teme Abdullah, which is " Jika terlihat kecantikan, maka ingatlah kepada Pencipta-Nya". I received a quote that quite related with my condition which is "Do what gives you peace". I ponder upon awhile the literal meaning behind it. Sometimes I am overwhelmed with assignments and study, I forgot to let myself rest for the thoughts of completing the assignments. So, I discovered myself tempting on flower make from velvet fuzzy wire. I find that it keeps me peace and happy. Because it allow me to free from screen. I am happy because I gave the the flowers to my loved ones.

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Date: 3 December 2024

Venue: Google Meet

Started with Al-Fatihah, and proceed with our presentation.

We presented The Virtues Found in Salah with Khushu'

There are five virtues namely Al-Ta'ah (Submission), Al-Jihad (Struggle in the path of Allah), Muhasabah (Reflection), Iffah (Modesty/self- restraint from sinful behaviour) and Tawadhu' (Humility/Humbleness)

It is good to encounter back the lessons as we tend to forget time to time. It is like reminder for all of us as we can improve all of our ibadah like solah, puasa, and not to forget our responsibilities towards zakat and hajj or pilgrimage for those who can afford. May Allah invite us to His best place.

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With our cutest, brilliant and intelligent Naqibah<3 

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LAST USRAH BUT FOREVER IN HEART (10.12.2024)

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LAST USRAH BUT FOREVER IN HEART (10.12.2024)

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Date: 10 December 2024

Venue: Paparonis

Started our usual usrah with Ummul Kitab, Al- Fatihah. Then, we exchange our gifts with secret sahaba'. I got Najwa and gave her handmade fuzzy wire tulip. I am glad that she likes it. I felt sorry for her that I could not prepare better gift. It is only small gift but she still appreciate it! Whereas I got Nuha my classmate as my secret sahaba. To my surprise, she gave me an owl plushie in pink colour?! So cute :)) I am beyond grateful. I think that is my second time to receive a plushie from my classmate. I love it so much. May Allah bless her.

Then, we brought our own food. Pizza, sushi, shawarma, name it. May Allah bless everyone who shared their food.

Next, we proceed with our last activity which is making an origami with words of affirmations and exchange within usrah mate.

Thus, this session marked our last meeting. I would like to express my gratitude to Naqibah Fawazzah who are incredibly being our instructor. Thank you for all of your teachings throughout all these weeks. We may not know what you have been through, above all you did great job in making us want to join your usrah. To be honest, this usrah help me a lot in terms of all aspects. Be it in my tajwid, aqidah, sirah and most importantly ukhuwah of us.

Frankly speaking, this usrah has made me closer to everyone unlike previous usrah, I tend to keep my card close. I love you Sister Fawazzah! May Allah place you on His best ranking! Thank you for always open our mind and remind that being Muslim is not just practicing the rituals but to also apply and deepen our understanding in Islam.