My name is Nurhusna Safiah Binti Mohd Radzi. You can call me Husna :)

Birthdate: 12/7/2006

Matric no: 247077

Mahallah: Fatimah Az-Zahra

Usrah : Group 60

Course: Arabic For International Communication

Email: nurhusnasafiah@gmail.com

Hobby: Watching Youtube videos

Wish :I hope that with this usrah program, I can deepen my knowledge and get to know more people.

1) Adab in seeking knowledge.

2) Al-Quran as the book of guidance.

ADAB IN SEEKING KNOWLEDGE

1) Sincerity

As we know, sincerity is very important in seeking knowledge with the intention of learning for the sake of Allah. We should not seek knowledge solely for worldly gains.

"Whoever seeks knowledge that should be for the sake of Allah, but he seeks it only to gain worldly benefits, then on the Day of Judgment, he will not even smell the fragrance of Paradise."

-Hadith narrated by Ibn Majah

2) Respecting and honouring the teachers

Not only teachers, but we must respect the people who teach us and give us knowledge even she is our friend! There are a lot of ways to respect them, such as speaking kindly, listen to their advice, thank them and pray for them.

3) Be humble

We should always remain humble in seeking knowledge when we achieve something. We should not be arrogant with the successes and knowledge that we have, as all the knowledge is a gift from Allah.

AL-QURAN AS THE BOOK OF GUIDANCE

As a Muslim, we are obligated to refer to the Quran and as-Sunnah in all aspects as a guidance. In surah Ibrahim verse 1, Allah says that the Quran contain information about every aspect of life of mankind.

Suggestion to improve :

In my opinion, maybe we can do some fun activities such as story telling about Prophets and the islamic golden age!

1.Islam

2.Iman

3.Ihsan

4. The signs of the Day of Judgment.

The lessons that we can learn from the Hadith are ;

1) Strengthening our bond with Allah.

For example is prayer or "Salah"

2)Strengthening our relationships with other people

3)Purifying our souls from major sins

4) Becoming true servants of Allah.

For example is observance or "ibadah"

Next, among the adab of seeking knowledge that we can practice are referring to knowledgeable individuals, not being shy to ask questions, and avoiding arrogance.

This is some facts that we just learned at the usrah program about dangerous or harmful knowledge:

1)Religious knowledge

We need to be careful with law(الحكم).

2) Black magic or magic

Leading to shirk and death.

Suggestion to improve:

Maybe we can do some games to make it more fun.

1) Belief in Allah

-Believe in Allah is the most important thing to all muslims.

-It's divided to three definition which are:

~Rububiyah : Rab or God, He is the one who creates, owns ,the giver of life, the creator of death and so on.

~Uluhiyah : Worship Allah the only god.

~Asmau'l Husna : Allah has the glorious names which is The 99 names of Allah such as Al-Malik that means The King and many more.

2) Belief in The Angels.

Allah created angels because He is Al-Malik (The King).

- Allah wants to teach us to live systematically and to cooperate.

- There are many angels that we do not know about.

- For example, the angel Raqib Atid, that's just a name for the task. In reality, there are many angels assigned under that role.

- Angels have shifts, specifically at dawn and at afternoon prayer.

3) Belief in Revealed Scriptures.

-There are four books that Allah revealed to his prophets through Angel Jibril.

-The Tawrat ,Zabur, Injil and Quran are the 4 holy books.

-Among the advantages of the Quran are :

~It is the greatest miracle of Prophet Muhammad

~The primary guide for Muslims

~The Holy Quran serves as a remedy.

Suggestion to improve:

I think everything is perfectly fine but maybe we can do some sharing session.

1) Belief in all of Allah's messengers

- Believing that Allah sent Prophets so that we may have faith.

- Believing that Prophets and Angels possess good and true morals.

- All Prophets conveyed the same message, which is ‘Tawhid’ (the oneness of Allah).

The tasks of prophets are:

- Guiding humanity to the right path and towards Paradise.

- Explaining that we only worship Allah alone.

- Informing us that the world is a place of trials.

- Serving as evidence in the Hereafter.

- Unveiling matters of the unseen, such as the "Sam'iyat" like Paradise, Hell, and many more.

- Being role models.

The Special of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH):

- He possesses the greatest intercession.

- He was sent to guide both humans and jinn.

- Allah assisted Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in battles by instilling fear in the enemies.

Characteristics of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH):

- Always grateful.

- Tolerant.

- Seeks forgiveness (despite being sinless, the Prophet repented 70 times a day).

- Balanced in all matters.

- Humble.

- Responsible.

2) Belief in the Day of Judgment

- Believing that the world will come to an end.

- We will be resurrected before Allah.

- All records of deeds will be taken.

Importance:

- It is a requirement to be a Muslim.

- If one does not believe in the Day of Judgment, they become a disbeliever (kafir).

Effects of believing in the Day of Judgment:

- Increases love for Allah.

- Instills fear of committing sins.

3) Belief in Qada’ and Qadar

- Qadar is a divine decree (destiny).

- Qada’ is what must be carried out (execution of the decree).

The 4 Principles of Qada’ and Qadar:

1) Knowledge (Ilmu): Believing that Allah knows everything.

2) Written: Everything that happens has already been written in the Luh Mahfuz (the Preserved Tablet).

3) Will: What happens is by the will of Allah.

4) Creation: Believing that Allah is the Creator of everything.

Benefits of believing in Qada’ and Qadar:

- Brings peace to the soul.

- Provides strength to follow the path of Allah.

- Eliminates bad character and fosters good character.

Suggestion to improve:

In my opinion, we can practice the prophet's sunnah and share with each other.

Eschatology refers to the Day of Resurrection or the Day of Judgment. Ihsan, on the other hand, is mentioned 211 times in the Quran. To achieve Ihsan, we must become a Muhsin. Some characteristics of a Muhsin include doing good for others, doing the best good or striving with full effort, and finally, doing it for the sake of Allah, without expecting human rewards. There are three prophets whose stories can be associated with these characteristics of a Muhsin. These include the stories of Prophet Yusuf, Prophet Ibrahim, and Prophet Nuh. Prophet Nuh preached diligently for 950 years, and he also built a ship at Allah's command for his followers. In conclusion, we must do good to seek Allah's pleasure in the afterlife.

Suggestion to improve:

We can play some games.

Among the lessons we can take from this story, and as an example of respect towards parents, are:

1) Use good, beautiful, and gentle language with parents.

2) Be kind. Be a good child, even if parents are rude to us.

3) Be humble. Never feel superior to your parents, and always pray for them.

Suggestion to improve:

Everything is good. Maybe we can play some games.

Today, we are concluding this beautiful journey together in our usrah for this semester. Every week, we shared knowledge, stories, and prayers, and today we create our last memories, writing wishes, exchanging messages, and taking a photo together as a symbol of the bond we have built. Though our meetings may come to an end for now, the memories and prayers for one another will continue.

May we continue to stay strong and motivated in seeking knowledge, and a big congratulations for making it through semester 1. If you’re tired, cry for a moment, then get back up with renewed spirit!

"مَنْ سَلَكَ طَرِيقًا يَلْتَمِسُ فِيهِ عِلْمًا، سَهَّلَ اللَّهُ لَهُ بِهِ طَرِيقًا إِلَى الْجَنَّةِ"

"Whoever treads a path in search of knowledge, Allah will make the path to Jannah easy for him."
[Sahih Muslim]

Keep striving to be Allah's khalifah, and may we always be able to help and uplift our fellow Muslims. May our journey be filled with strength and purpose, and may Allah guide us in making a difference in the lives of others. Keep your heart firm, and never stop doing good, for every small effort is seen and rewarded by Him.

Suggestion to improve:

Maybe we can do some 10 minutes sharing about issues in the world.

Wish : I hope that in Usrah Semester 2, we grow together in knowledge, faith, and friendship. May our discussions be meaningful, our hearts be open to learning, and our bonds strengthen as we support each other. May this usrah inspire us to be better individuals, bring us closer to Allah, and help us apply what we learn in our daily lives.

We also learned the 4 elements of usrah: Taaruf, Tafahum, Taawun and Takaful.

1) Taaruf (Knowing Each Other)

This involves building relationships by understanding another's backgrounds.

2) Tafahum (Understanding Each Other)

It emphasizes empathy and the effort to truly grasp others' perspectives.

3)Taawun (Helping Each Other)

This is about cooperation and working together to achieve common goals and help those in need.

4)Takaful (Mutual Support)

It involves providing care and assistance to those in need.

suggestion to improve: play some game to make it more fun.

Prayer (Solat)
In Surah Al-Ankabut verse 5, Allah commands humans to pray. When praying, we must be sincere, feel fear of Allah, but in moderation (not too fearful and not overly comfortable).

Fasting (Puasa)
Allah commands us to fast. The wisdom of fasting includes developing empathy, cultivating discipline (waking up for sahur, eating at the time of breaking the fast, self-control) and got closer to Allah. By nature, humans seek Allah during hardships, and we will always be in situations where we seek His help.

Zakat (Almsgiving)
The wisdom of zakat includes purifying our wealth and ourselves, and helping those in need.

Pilgrimage (Hajj)
The wisdom of hajj includes fostering discipline due to the many conditions that must be fulfilled. It also requires financial and physical capability.

Moral of Worship:
Discipline, piety, and sincerity. We will become more sincere when we understand the purpose of worship, which is to attain Allah's pleasure.

Suggestion to improve: everything is good

The meaning of Khushoo

Khushoo means to isolate yourself, to humble and lower yourself , feel embarrassed or ashamed infront of Allah and lowering your eyes out of humility.

How to get khushoo in salah ?

-Ponder deeply into the quran.

-Remove yourself from distraction.

-Realization of we're in direct communication with Allah.

Suggestion to improve: Encourage members to write reflections on what they learned and how they can implement it.

How to Attain Focus (Khusyuk) in Prayer

Khusyuk: Focus, giving our full attention during prayer.

Surah Taha, Verse 14:
"Indeed, there is no deity except Allah, so worship Him and establish prayer to remember Him."

WHAT IS KHUSYUK?

Khusyuk is a state of the heart—feeling fear and humility before Allah. When we have khusyuk, we feel at peace, do not think about other things, and avoid unnecessary movements during prayer.

Ways to Achieve Khusyuk in Prayer

1. Imagine death: Think of this prayer as your final one.

2. Pray calmly: Avoid rushing through the prayer; perform it at a steady pace.

3. Understand the meanings: Comprehend what you recite during prayer to truly internalize it.

Characteristics of Prayer with Khusyuk

1. Obedience

   • Follow Allah's commands as outlined in the Quran.

   • Bowing (rukuk) and prostrating (sujud) in prayer are acts of obedience.

2. Struggle (Jihad)

   • Strive in Allah's path by resisting distractions during prayer.

   • Maintain focus and avoid thoughts unrelated to the prayer.

3. Self-reflection (Muhasabah)

   • Reflect on yourself while praying, asking for Allah’s help and contemplating your actions.

   • In Islam, self-reflection (muhasabah) involves pondering over how to fulfill your role as a khalifah on Earth, mending relationships, and striving for self-improvement.

4. Humility (Tawadduk)

   • Be humble and recognize your position as Allah's servant.

   • Allah loves His humble servants.

   • Bowing (rukuk) and prostration (sujud) during prayer symbolize humility.

     
     

5. Modesty (Iffah)

   • Protect your dignity and honor by avoiding sinful actions.

   • True modesty involves avoiding repeated sins and being mindful of your actions.

Conclusion

Khusyuk is a means to strengthen our relationship with Allah. It helps us remain focused, humble, and obedient in prayer, ultimately improving our connection with Him.

Suggestion to improve: everything is good

Wisdom Behind Fasting

1. Controlling Desires: Helps us manage and control our nafsu (inner desires).

2. Health Benefits: Fasting improves physical and mental health.

3. Speaking Less: Reduces unnecessary talk, which can prevent sins.

   
   

Three Key Virtues of Fasting

1. Patience (Sabar)
   Fasting teaches us patience, such as:

   • Enduring heat and discomfort.

   • Staying awake for worship (like sahur and qiyamullail).

   • Bearing hunger and thirst throughout the day.

   Types of Patience:

   • In obedience: Staying consistent in worship and good deeds.

   • In avoiding sins: Resisting temptations and staying away from what Allah forbids.

   • In facing difficulties: Being strong during pain or challenges.

2. Honor (Takrim)

   • Fasting brings respect and honor to oneself by being obedient to Allah.

   • Builds discipline through practices like sahur, qiyamullail, and other acts of worship.

   • Develops empathy for others, especially for those in need.

3. Compassion (Rahmah)

   • Love and mercy from Allah: The first 10 days of Ramadan are for forgiveness, and the last 10 days for salvation from hellfire.

   • Compassion for others:

     • Encourages charity and helping those in need.

     • Promotes peace, forgiveness, and removing envy or grudges.

   • Self-compassion: Protects oneself from bad habits and wrong actions.

     
     

Conclusion

Fasting isn’t just about avoiding food and drink; it builds patience, discipline, empathy, and love for others. It also strengthens our connection with Allah and helps us grow into better individuals.

Suggestion to improve: Have a session to review and reflect on previous discussions to reinforce learning.