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Course: English for International Communication

Year: 1

Sem: 2

In this class, we learned about the importance of intention (niat). It is important to set the correct intention before doing/completing something.

Also, sometimes the intention you have may not be how other perceive it, so do it quietly and discretely.

Age: 21

Course: ECOM

Hobbies:

• Drawing

• Listening to music

• Sleeping

Intention

A person's intention (niat) makes or breaks their ibadah.

According to the hadith, when doing something, do it for Allah SWT not for your own gain. For example, when donating, donate it with the intention to strive and fight for Allah SWT's cause of spreading Islam, not for your own gain.

Name: Nurin Aqilah Binti Othman

Course: TMGT

Year 2 Sem 2

INTENTION:

In Islam, intention is like the reason behind what you do every day. It's about doing things sincerely, like helping someone or working hard, because it's the right thing to do, not just to look good or get something for yourself. It's about being honest and doing things for the right reasons, not just to impress others or benefit yourself.

Name: Farzana Syamilah Binti Abdul Manan

Course: TMGT

Year 1 Sem 2

Not hobby but sometimes I like to :

• Draw

• Listen to music

• Watch k-drama

Intention (Niat)

I think that intention or niat is very important when you want to do something or start something for the first time because niat can determine the result of our action. For an example, if your niat is going to pursue the study because of Allah, the niat will set the barrier to you in doing something that Allah forbid and effect the outcome of the niat.

Besides that, intention not only can be about ourselves, it also can be your intention for other people's good either heard or can't be heard by the other person. As long as the intention will bring the benefits to the other person, it is a good thing even though they did not hear it.

Course: ARCOM

Year: 1st Year 2nd Sem

Intention (Niat)

Based on the Hadith, everything human do in life based on intention. When someone emphasized a good intention before act, it will give the good result based on their good intention. What you reap is what you sow. Everything we do are ibadah but only depends on good intention. Sometimes, what we intend to do something does not justify the means of act. If we intend to do good, we also have to observe our adab because we did not realize our action and adab. If we do something (ibadah) tend to being riya', the rewards of ibadah couldn't be counted.

1) READ THE TAFSEER FROM THESE LINKS: https://surahquran.com/tafsir-english-aya-197-sora-2.html

https://quran.com/ms/29:45/tafsirs/en-tafsir-maarif-ul-quran

https://quran.com/ms/9:103/tafsirs/en-tafsir-maarif-ul-quran

Name: Athirah Aisyah Binti Mohd Azhar

Course: ECOM

Year 2 Sem 1

INTENTION

In Islam, intentions are seen as the starting point of any action, and they play an important part in establishing the moral value and reward of that action. Muslims are encouraged to be conscious of their intentions in all of their actions, whether they are acts of worship or daily tasks, because it is thought that a clear and honest goal increases the sincerity and reward of the activity. A good deed done with a pure and honest motive is more valued in Allah's eyes than one done with a selfish or insincere intention. Similarly, a wrong action undertaken with evil intent is deemed more wicked than an action done mistakenly or with good intention.

Course : English for International Communication (ECOM)

Year : 2

Sem : 1

Course: ECOM (Semester 2, Year 1)

What I’ve learned from today’s class:

Sincerity and the value of intention are discussed in Hadith 40. With intention, it will lead us to certain results. We have to keep in mind that “good intentions will lead to favourable outcomes.” We shall have a sincere intention (niat) when we’re doing something. Among the manifestations of good intentions are: 1) genuine intentions 2) founded on Islamic precepts, and 3) being polite/observing the manners

Lessons from today's class are the Hajj,Zakat and Essentials of Islam including its benefits.

1) Hajj - those who went to make Hajj should not engage in wordly matters until all religions devotional rites have been performed. Some of the prohibited actions were sexual, indecencies and wrangling.

Allah mentioned that the material covering then mentioned the spiritual covering, humbleness, obedience and Taqwa is all we need while perform Hajj in sacred land.

I believe that Allah wouldn't want us to think other unimportant matters as it will do no good for us. He also encouraged us to do good things and bring provisions for Hajj ; as he is the knowledgeable og the good day they do also will reward them with best awars on the Day of Resurrection.

2) Same as the first reflection, Allah encouraged us to Sadaqah because it gives to benefits; come clean out from sins and greeds that generate from wealth and provide support for the weaker components of society.

In my opinion, Allah is trying to help us regain our physical and mind strength by motivating sadaqah in one's heart. Sadaqah will slowly influences our mind from being materialism and removes residual effects and makes purification perfect.

3) This video talks about our number one priority in life ;

principle,fairness,justice, consciousness of Allah, honesty, truthfulness where the fundamental obligations teaches those principles reinforce those principles. Obligations included prayer and fasting while prohibited includes alchohol and zina.

He mentioned principle is how we practically bring the remembering Allah as a fundamental principle, also we have to practice the principles in every single obligation. We have to be clear enough of principles not became confuse about it.

For example, when we see kaabah, we trying to touch black stone, it seems we have rituals but dont recognize any principles. Therefore, we will have no improvements of getting benefits in everything we did in life. Religion supposed to become beautifuls, not ugly.

Name: Siti Aishah binti Saipuddin

Course: ECOM

Year: Year 2, Semester 1

Email: s.aishahsmy@gmail.com

Contact no. : 011-28060824

Course : Arcom

Year : 1st Year, 2nd Semester

Reflection:

• Intention

  
  

  Intention is important especially in muslim community. It is not just when it comes to worshipping Allah, but also it comes before we start all of our actions / ibadah in our daily life. The good intention can lead someone closer to Allah, people around them and also easy to achieve all of things they want in their life. As example; when someone has an intention to buy a present to their parents (good intention) or an intention to strive in studies so that they will accomplish their goals (good intention), Allah will ease them to make it happen. It may seem a simple intention to everyone, but the meaning behind it can boost someone’s happiness and confidence. That’s why in order to get all of the good things to happen in our life, we need to have a good intention before we start our action!

Name: Siti Nurhayati Binti Azmi

Course: Tmgt Year 1 Sem 2

"Why are you praying?"

"Why are you do Hajj?"

The first answer we think must be because we want to go to heaven.. we do not want sin.. But we don't look for the main reason why Allah tells us to do worship and forbids us to do maksiat. The obligation and prohibitions that will make us obedient servants. According to the video, he said that human being should:

• remember

• grateful

• taqwa

• think

• reflect

To get this criteria, we must fulfill the obligations and avoid the prohibitions. But it also needs to be done sincerely and earnestly. Sadly, people are now more concerned with the external, for example "How long is she selawat?". But these sunnah are to beautify our worship. Imagine we are decorating a house (ibadah) that does not exist. So, fix the main thing first which is our ibadah (principle).

Both acts of ibadah are to be done for Allah SWT and nothing else. However, humans today are greedy for pahala, to the point where we glorify pahala instead of doing things for Allah. Ask someone why they congregate for solah, they say that they will receive more pahala rather than when they perform it alone. And so, they have forgotten the true meaning of solah.

At the end of the day, is it our ritual of performing our ibadahs the one that prevents are from sinning and committing maksiat, or is it our understanding of the ibadahs and why we perform then, and our understanding of the quran and the reverence we gain from it, is the one preventing us from sinning?

Name: Faizatul Husna binti Ja'afar

Course: ARCOM

Year: 1st Year, 2nd Semester

Email: faizatulhusnajaafar@gmail.com

Phone: 011-37115273

REFLECTION

Rasulullah (SAW) says:

"Actions are according to intentions, and everyone will get what was intended. Whoever migrates with an intention for Allah and His messenger, the migration will be for the sake of Allah and his Messenger. And whoever migrates for worldly gain or to marry a woman, then his migration will be for the sake of whatever he migrated for."

In our first session, we learned about this hadith and discussed how it emphasizes the importance of intention in our daily actions. We explored how even mundane tasks like sleeping, cooking etc can become acts of worship when done with sincere intentions. This idea helps us see that being close to God isn't just about praying, but also about how we live our lives.

Fundamentals qualities that human being should have; a successful slave to Allah

• remember, grateful, have taqwa, think and reflect.

The foundational obligations prescribed by Allah serve to underscore the essential elements of Islam in our lives. Take, for instance, the obligation of prayer (solat), which is integral to fulfilling the primary directive of remembering Allah.

Yet, in contemporary times, there exists a disconnect within the ummah, where many fasting individuals fail to grasp that the purpose of fasting is to nurture taqwa. Similarly, while prayer is acknowledged as a duty, its deeper significance and purpose often evade our understanding, as our focus remains fixated on accruing rewards (pahala) rather than embodying the underlying principles.

Success in our faith journey is not solely contingent upon the performance of rituals like prayer, but rather, it hinges upon our adherence to the guiding principles of Islam.

Every prohibition delineated by Allah serves to safeguard these principles from violation. Consider prayer, for instance; it serves as a shield against immorality and indecency, which pose a threat to the integrity of these foundational qualities in our lives.

2) The core teachings of Islam focus on remembering Allah, being grateful, having Taqwa (consciousness of Allah), thinking, and reflecting. These ideas are put into action through daily practices like performing Solat to remember Allah. Obligations and prohibitions help reinforce these principles in our lives. Good deeds, like following the Sunnah, help improve our character. Unfortunately, nowadays, people often mix up obligations and enhancements, forgetting the core principles. The agreements among the Prophet's companions, called Ijma Sahabah, come in three forms: agreements on events, among scholars, and among governors. Today, some claim there's agreement among the companions without proof. Lastly, scholars give rulings through Ijtihad. For instance, Mazhab Maliki says bleeding doesn't invalidate wudu, while Mazhab Hanafi disagrees.

COURSE: ENCOM

YEAR: 1st Year, 2nd Sem

HOBBIES:

• Watching movies

• Listening to music

  
  

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  [REFLECTION] - INTENTION

  • Everything we do is dependent on our intention, and having good intentions is crucial because intention leads us to accomplish our objectives and achieve what we want. Whatever we are aiming for, that is what we are going to receive, and as Muslims, our intentions must be in line with Islamic teachings. This is because good intentions bring positive outcomes.

  
  

Based on the video, it was mentioned that a human being should be:

• Grateful

• Taqwa

• Think

• Reflect

• Remember

And in order to achieve these 'goals', these fundamental principles, we must first practise the obligations, which include solat and fasting, because the fundamentals are abstract, and in order to be grateful or remember, we must perform the obligations.

However, most Muslims these days have forgotten the principles and mixed the obligations and enhancements. Some of us don't even understand why we pray five times per day and fast during Ramadan.  

Ibadah, which translates to "worship" in most Arabic translations, is the term for deference, obedience, and devotion to God. Linguistically, the word implies "obedience with submission". Ibadah has implications of humility, obedience, and submission in Arabic and is related to words like "Ubudiyyah" ("slavery"). Ibadah is arguably the most fundamental part of Islam.

Feeding the hungry, tending to the sick, praying for others, fasting, reciting the Quran, carrying out Hajj and performing other deeds of compassion without any thought of self-interest, but just seeking the pleasure of Allah Ta'ala, will all count as part of your Ibadah. To put it simply, if you live your life in accordance with the law and of Allah SWT, you have countless opportunities to reap blessings. As a result, when a person does good deeds and abstains from evil, all worldly wants vanish from his heart. This is the real aim of Ibadah.

Name : Nur Afiqah Binti Jasumin @ Jasmin

Course : Mcom

Hobbies : Anime lover, math, drawing

No phone : 0146606267

Email : xuafy0827@gmail.com.my

Course: TMGT

Year 1 Sem 2

1. be grateful

2. remember

3. reflect every action

4. taqwa

5. think

also, we should focus on usul things more than ibadah-ibadah furu'.

• On this class, I have learned about niat. If we want to do something, we need to make a niat. But we can't use niat to make something Haram became Halal. For example, " i want to drink wine because of the God ". That's totally wrong and still Haram. Also, only a good intentions will be written as pahala and bad intentions will not written as dosa until we really did that things.

Reason and hikmah of Ibadah

Based on the video, we as a human being should be :

• greatful

• Remember

• Think

• Taqwa

• Reflect

To achieve this criteria , we as Muslims need to carry out all the commands of Allah ( obligation) and stay away from his prohibitions. We as muslims must believe in allah in other words worship him as the only god. Therefore, all the worship we do must be sincere to him without expecting praise from the people around.

Name : Nur Jannah binti Nor Azam

Course : ECOM (1st year, 2nd sem)

Hobbies : • drawing

• games

• eating

Email : njna04@gmail.com

Contact : 0125140024

What Have I Learnt

In Islam, having a good intention, or niat, is super important because it's like setting the GPS for our actions. It's not just about what we do, but why we do it. When we have a pure intention, even simple things like helping others or studying become acts of worship. It's about sincerity and mindfulness in everything we do, making our actions meaningful and pleasing to Allah. So, having a good niat is like the secret sauce that makes our deeds count.

Tafseer Reflection

Prayer in Islam is like a daily reset button. When we pray, we ask for forgiveness and guidance from Allah. It's like a spiritual shower that cleanses us from our mistakes. Just like how Hajj is a journey of purification, prayer is a daily reminder to stay on the right path. When we pray regularly and sincerely, it helps us avoid sins because it keeps us connected to Allah and reminds us of our purpose in life, just like Hajj does for pilgrims.

Hikmah Of Ibadah

The wisdom of worship, or ibadah, is like charging our spiritual batteries. Just like our phones need charging to work well, our souls need worship to feel balanced and connected. It's like a daily check-in with ourselves and with the higher power we believe in. Through ibadah, we find peace, purpose, and guidance in our lives. It's not just about rituals; it's about nurturing our inner selves and strengthening our relationship with the divine.

From the video, Ustaz Nouman Ali Khan said as human, we have to reflect ourselves. We must the qualities of Muslim such as gratitude (syukr), good people (husni) and so on. The Quran will always the obligation and prohibition to human to do. The principles in Islam are make people succesful. The text you provided seems to discuss the importance of maintaining principles, such as brotherhood, fairness, justice, consciousness of Allah, honesty, and truthfulness in Islamic analysis and decision-making. It emphasizes the significance of understanding Islamic teachings and values, and how they should guide one's actions and interpretations. The video also touches on the idea that disagreements and debates within Islamic scholarship are common but should be conducted respectfully, focusing on the principles at hand rather than personal biases or interests. It highlights the need to prioritize these principles in all aspects of life, including religious practices like Hajj, and warns against losing sight of these values in the pursuit of personal desires or material gains.

Tafseer

Hajj - In the ayah, it emphasises about all Ibadah including Hajj should be not engage in wordly matters such as sexual congress, indecencies or wrangling in the middle of performing Ibadah. Allah forbids those who do it and all the good things shall come to Allah’s knowdlege.

Zakah - Collection and disbursement of Zakah is the responsibility of an Islamic state and part of Ibadah. Zakah is compulsory and it applies to all Muslim so that they come clean from sins and whatever action generated by the greed for wealth.

Essentials of Islam - Nouman Ali Khan

The core / center of everything is the usul of our deen. It is a fundamental or the original principles of our religion (deen) which means a set of principles.

• person of reflection

• person of thought

• person of remembrance (make efforts to remember

• person of taqwa of consciousness of Allah (protect yourselves from trouble

• person of gratitude (so that you can be grateful)

these are qualities / enhancement that human being should bring into their life

After the principles it comes with fundamental obligations and fundamental prohibitions.

example :

• purpose of Salah is to reinforce a principle. as example : established a salah to remember Allah. Remembering Allah is a fundamental principle.

prohibitions (things we are not supposed to do) eg; alcohol, zina. Salah prevents from evil, shameless.

After principles and obligations it comes with sunnah / good deeds that can enhance human’s character. example : doa after salah (enhancement), qiyamullail, tahajjud, extra fasting.

We must do our Hajj, Zakah, recite the Quran, and pray 5 times a day.

Prayer

Prayer entails two components: the first is giving up immoral behaviour and wicked deeds. Praying on a daily basis allows a person to give up these things.

Zakah

These ayat are generic, yet some believe it specifically refers to individuals who combined good and wicked activities and admitted their mistakes. Allah favours repentance and charity since they erase, remove, and eradicate sins.

Video

Through the video, every human being should be

• grateful

• always think

• always remember

• taqwa

• reflect on every action

Based on the video, its said that every human being should be:

• Grateful

• Always think

• Always remember

• Taqwa

• Reflect

To achieve the criteria, humans must fulfill the obligations and avoid prohibitions that Allah has said followed with sincerity with whatever we are doing.

https://muftiwp.gov.my/en/artikel/irsyad-fatwa/irsyad-fatwa-umum-cat/4218-irsyad-al-fatwa-siri-ke-425-adakah-tidak-khusyuk-di-dalam-solat-akan-dicela-oleh-allah-swt

https://www.muftiwp.gov.my/ms/artikel/irsyad-al-hadith/3138-irsyad-al-hadith-siri-ke-345-kepentingan-khusyuk

https://lifewithallah.com/articles/taste-the-sweetness-of-salah/importance-of-khushu-2/

WATCH THE VIDEO:

https://www.youtube.com/live/rJehIEnUFwM?si=hF53XushpBdwI7DX

https://youtu.be/pX1f1biDbnE?si=lqfgBmm9olojdKcp

"I don't cover my aurah but I'm good, I pray"

No matter how good you are, but you don't obey Allah command to cover aurah, you still can't escape from hell. Nauzubillah..

Just muqaddimah ><

According to the video, prayer prevents us from from sinning, If we see no change, we are still indifferent to the world. We have to turn back, see how we pray. Is our prayer correct? Is the prayer just for finished and move on?

In conclusion, we have to be khusyu' in Solat. Tips for khusyu':

• understand the surah and zikr in solat

• solat in a comfortable and clean place

• do not pray in hurry

Apart from that, salah is one of Allah's most valued deeds since it brings us closer to Him. As a result, salah should always be done with full effort in order for Allah SWT to accept it and bless us. Salah also serves as a guard as it forbids us from doing every type of sin, including major and minor ones, and if there are people who haven't stopped sinning by their salah, it's as if they have no salah because their prayers are not recorded for them.

While salah serves as a connection to Allah SWT, doing it merely as a chore or daily practice may distance us from Him. Even if you have distanced yourself from Allah SWT, do not stop praying (salah). Salah is like a flowing river near your house where you can take an occasional bath, and one day your salah will bring you back.

Khushu' in Salah is important in every Muslim's life. In Surah Al-Mukminun, it stated how we as a Muslim should be humble in our Salah. Those "who are humble in their ṣalah" are mentioned at the beginning of the section, while those "who consistently maintain their prayers" are mentioned in the ninth āyah. As a result, salah appears at the start and the finish of the list, indicating its enormous importance.

Khushu' also happened when we have emptied our heart and occupies our heart with ibadah for Allah. In my opinion, khushu is essential for remember Allah in our heart, find our inner peace, guidance and strengthen our iman. We also could find ourself back to Him, becames more a good person and focus on ibadah. Thus, the quality of our Salah should be premium and exceptional for Allah as the one who created us.

It has been said in the video and websites on how benefits of Khushu' will put good use on each Muslim. Also, Allah will definitely loves people who are hardworking and practice Khushu in salah for his entire life. Besides, reading the articles and video has encouraged me to improve my quality of salah to find His blessings more in my life.

1. Prioritize engaging in Zikr (remembrance of Allah) before Salah to attune your mind and spirit towards Him. Recognize that worldly distractions are inevitable, yet pivotal moments like Azan serve as opportunities to disconnect from the worldly and focus solely on the divine. Don't rush into prayer (try to start at least 15-20 minutes before) because hurrying makes it hard to focus and disconnect from worldly thoughts. Try to train yourself by doing Zikr and performing the Sunnah prayers.

2. In the hadith, it is stated that "a Muslim when it is time for the obligatory prayer, then he performs ablution with perfect humility and prays perfectly, the prayer will cover the previous sins as long as he does not commit a major sin." This underscores the significance of maintaining Khusyu' in every aspect of the prayer, as it acts as a refining element that enhances the perfection of the prayer.

3. These are some tips that may help us to enhance khusyu' and devotion in our prayer (Salah):

   • Mentally prepare: Try to take a moment before starting Salah to mentally prepare yourself and focus on the significance of the prayer.

   • Understand the Meaning: Learn the meanings of the words and actions performed in Salah and Azan, so you can better connect with the content of your prayer.

   • Recite Slowly and Reflectively: Recite Quranic verses and supplications slowly and with reflection, pondering over the meaning of what you are reciting.

   • Focus on the presence of Heart: Concentrate on being present in the moment during Salah, putting aside distractions and worldly thoughts.

From the article and video, there are two topic that I think they want to emphasis on which is solat and khusyu'.

First of all, lets dive in the article topic which is khusyu' in solat. Khusyu' is a thing that need to be done in the heart. If a person is khusyu' during a prayer, then the limbs will also be khusyu' because his heart is khusyu' to perform the prayer. Easy to say, khusyu' same as focus, if your heart is focus to do something, basically the body will follow. It is pointless if the solat that you did got distracted from other thing from the start to the end of your solat.

Secondly, from the video, the word "prayer is a guard against sins" and "prayer is the most beloved of deeds of Allah" stick the most to me. It is because, by praying, its forbid us from doing every types of sins, either minor or major ones. If there are people who are not stop sinning but still praying, it's the same as they are not praying because their prayers are not recorded by them. However, do not let

Other than that, as prayer also bringing closeness to Allah, even if you are having a hard time getting close to Him, do not stop praying because prayer is like a flowing river near your house where you can take bath how many time you want and anytime you want. Just remember that prayer is there and always be there that will bring you back. Don't give up the prayer because of sins that you have done, because not all prayer are equal. A true prayer is when you immersed yourself five times a day to do it.

On top of that, instead of just going through the motions, they want you to make sure your prayers show how much you want to connect with Allah. Also, they talk about being humble during prayer, which adds another important point. Overall, they're saying it's important to be humble, sincere, and focused when we pray, and they suggest some tips like understanding the Quran verses, finding a quiet place to pray, and not rushing through it.

And after I watched the youtube video, I was able to find out that each stanza of the call to prayer has a deep meaning about the call to prayer. It is not simply a call to prayer to call people to pray but as a reminder to humans that whatever work we do, we need to return to the creator when the time comes (prayer time, worship time). God created the day to work but in every work you need blessings and mercy from God. So, we always have to be careful to remember about our obligation to perform the prayer perfectly and solemnly. In addition, we need to avoid the nature of ripples when doing worship and need to stay away from the nature of Al-Qalla, which is the intercession of liking the praise of others when performing worship because the Messenger of God hated this kind of behavior.

Khusu' is very important when we performing our ibadah and if we not khusu' then all our worship will be in vain. Khusu' also when we focusing doing something for example in performing the pray. There are also ulama who interpret khusu in prayer as a person's low self-esteem when standing in front of HIM, who knows all unseen things.

There is also a verse in the Qur'an that says that Allah condemns those who do not khusu' in their prayers. People who are not khusu' are considered hypocrites and lazy in their worship.

In the video, he explains how to get khusu', which is by doing dzikir before starting an ibadah. This is because, the dzikir is as if we take a little break to forget about duniawi things before starting to do ibadah. The example that has been given is when adzan was recite which signals the arrival of prayer time. during that period, people will slowly leave their jobs and go to the mosque to pray. just like dzikir, this act gives us time to forget the world for a while, while we remembering Allah. Therefore, the worship performed will come together with khusu'.

Through the articles and video, I learned that khusyuk refers to our heart's awareness of all recitations, such as prayers and zikir pronounced by the tongue, while observing and thinking about them, enjoying their meaning and feeling as we are praying to Allah SWT. Khusyuk is something that must be done at all times during prayer. Incorporating khusyuk into all aspects of the prayer is a sunnah that will enhance its perfection. Shaykh Hasan Ali said, to increase khusyuk, we must try and do some zikir before our prayer to get our mind into a mode of thinking about Allah.

Both of articles and video emphasises about the essence of solat which mean khusu’. Solat is a fardhu kifayah and that’s the only ibadah that Muslim must do 5 times a day. But knowing that how Muslim perceive it as an important chores but truly not give their best to be with Allah when performing prayers is just wrong. It’s like just a useless thing they’ve ever do in their daily life because there will be no goodness in them. Allah wouldn’t have accept their 5 times prayers without khusu’ even if they do every single day without fail. That’s how important khusu’ is. Performing prayers with khusu’ makes a person closer to Allah because they surrender themselves completely to Allah. And that can prevent them doing sins and bad things or the prayer would cover their previous sins.

But humans today do not understand the Quran, yet they try to understand something else instead. Reading books upon books of human creation but putting aside the one book made by Allah. However sad this reality is, it is the truth.

Khusyuk of solah is a way to strenghten our iman. A stronger iman may lead to amar makruf nahi mungkar. And may more Muslims strive for it.

However, Khusyuk is not limited to just solat. If we defined it as "the act of the heart where it includes the feeling of fear and humility while facing Allah SWT", we can see that there are a lot of things in which we need to practice or implement Khusyuk. For example, studying in univeristy, giving donations, helping others, even wearing our clothes. Our intentions must be directed toward Allah in some way as we are his slaves and we depend on The Sustainer.

Khushoo' in Prayer

Khushoo' in prayer is like adding color to a black-and-white picture; it makes the experience vibrant and meaningful. It's that deep sense of focus and humility that we bring to our prayers. Imagine standing in front of the Creator of the universe – it's pretty awe-inspiring! Khushoo' helps us connect with Allah on a deeper level and feel His presence during Salah.

But, let's be real, keeping khushoo' isn't always easy. Distractions sneak in, our minds wander, and before we know it, the prayer is over, and we haven't really connected. So, how do we improve? Well, it's like training a muscle – it takes practice. We can start by understanding what we're saying in our prayers, slowing down our recitation, and finding a quiet, clean space to pray. Plus, remembering the purpose of Salah – to worship Allah – can help us stay focused. With time and effort, we can make our prayers more meaningful and build that beautiful connection with our Creator.

Based on the Hadith Sahih Bukhari regarding 'Sincerity of Intention', I am reminded that every action starts from our intention, Innamal a'maalu binniyyat. If we have good intentions, then we will get good things (with the will of Allah) and likewise. Hence, to make sure that I gain as much knowledge as I can from this Usrah 2, I need to establish the right intention as a knowledge seeker.

1. A detailed tafsir of Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 197, from the Quran. This verse primarily deals with the regulations and spiritual significance of the Hajj pilgrimage. Key points from the tafsir include:

•Timing of Hajj: The verse mentions that the months for Hajj are well-known. This implies that the pilgrimage is to be performed in specific months, traditionally the Islamic months of Shawwal, Dhul-Qa'dah, and the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah.

•Prohibitions During Hajj: Pilgrims are instructed to avoid three main prohibitions: sexual relations, sinful behavior, and quarreling. These restrictions are meant to maintain the sanctity and spiritual focus of the pilgrimage.

•Spiritual Preparation and Conduct: The verse emphasizes the importance of preparing for Hajj by taking provision (both material and spiritual) and practicing righteousness. It highlights that the best provision is piety, urging pilgrims to be mindful of their duties to Allah.

•Reward for Good Behavior: Those who observe these guidelines and engage in righteous deeds during Hajj are promised forgiveness and a significant reward from Allah.

This tafsir underscores the importance of both external compliance with the rituals and internal spiritual refinement during the pilgrimage.

2. Purpose of Zakah: The primary purpose of Zakah is to purify and cleanse the wealth of the giver, ridding them of sins and moral impurities such as greed. It also benefits society by providing for the needy, including orphans, widows, and the poor

Reasons and Hikmah of Ibadah (Video Reflection)

Keypoints;

•Understanding the principles and fundamentals of Islam is crucial for a deeper understanding of the religion. It helps prioritize the essential aspects and avoid unnecessary disagreements.

•The major obligations and prohibitions in Islam are meant to reinforce the fundamental principles and bring them into practice in our daily lives.

•The unity of the ummah lies in the common principles and essentials of Islam, rather than in minor disagreements or differences in practice. Focusing on the core principles can help foster unity among Muslims.

The importance of Khushu (humility and concentration) in Salah (prayer):

1. Definition and Essence of Khushu:

- Khushu is an internal state of humility, reverence, and concentration towards Allah, which manifests externally through one's actions and demeanor during Salah.

- It involves a heart fully attuned to Allah, leading to the humbling of one's senses and body parts, ensuring they act in accordance with divine guidance.

2. Importance and Benefits of Khushu:

- Khushu is crucial for maximizing the spiritual and emotional benefits of Salah. It not only enhances the reward of the prayer but also purifies the heart and diminishes sinful inclinations.

- It is described as the quickest path to earning Allah's pleasure and is a vital component for experiencing the sweetness and joy of Salah.

3. Practices to Cultivate Khushu:

- Preparing mentally and physically before prayer by removing distractions and focusing on Allah’s greatness can help achieve Khushu. This includes understanding the meanings of the recitations and movements in Salah.

- Continuous remembrance of Allah outside of prayer times can also foster a state of Khushu, making it easier to carry this focus into the acts of worship.

Video Reflection:

Tips to Increase Khushoo in Salah - Shaykh Hasan Ali video provides guidance on how to improve concentration in prayer by detaching oneself from worldly distractions and focusing on the remembrance of Allah.

•Before starting the Salah, engage in some form of worship and use a technique to redirect your thoughts away from worldly concerns.

•When you engage in activities that deeply absorb your mind, take a break before transitioning to the next task that will instantly capture your attention.

•It is natural for your mind to wander during Salah, but strive to create a mental break by disconnecting from the world momentarily.

•Bilal (RA) would climb the roof of the mosque to announce the prayer, seeking solitude and separating himself from worldly matters.

•Follow the footsteps of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companions who would disconnect from worldly affairs when entering the mosque for Salah.

•Allah is the greatest and foremost in our thoughts, highlighted by the Prophet’s (SAW) emphasis on mentioning Allah before himself.

•Salah is a unique opportunity to detach oneself from the distractions of the world and focus solely on Allah.

Key Insights

•Detaching oneself from worldly distractions before Salah helps create a mental break and allows for better concentration during prayer.

• Following the example of Bilal (RA) and the companions, creating physical and mental separation from worldly matters before Salah enhances the spiritual experience.

•The emphasis on mentioning Allah before the Prophet (SAW) signifies the significance of Allah’s remembrance and the need to prioritize Him over everything else.

• Salah provides a space to disconnect from the world, allowing individuals to focus their attention solely on worshipping Allah and seeking His pleasure.

Course: ACOM 1st year 2nd sem

HIKMAH FROM IBADAH: INTENTION

In our first usrah, our Sr Sara shares about niyyah(intention) based on An-Nawawi Fourty's Hadith narrated by Umar b.al-Khattab. Based on this hadith, niyyah (intention) is focused on one’s have. The hadith emphasizes the importance of having an intention for every physical act because niyyah will determine one's action which will be ibadah or not. Sr Sara also shares how one's act can be considered as ibadah which is a sincere niyyah and it's a good deed.

On this week, Sr Sara shares several links about Ibadah.

1) PILMIGRIMAGE (HAJJ) (2:197)

• Based on Tafsir Jalalayn:

This verse mentions about The pilgrimage (Hajj). The passage outlines the proper conduct and preparations for the Hajj, specifying that it occurs during the months of Shawwal, Dhu'l-Qa'da, and the first ten days of Dhu'l-Hijja. Pilgrims must abstain from lewdness, sexual intercourse, wickedness, acts of disobedience, and quarreling once they enter the state of ihram. It advises pilgrims to bring necessary provisions to avoid burdening others but emphasizes that the best provision is taqwa. The passage concludes by reminding pilgrims to fear God and act with reverence and humility. Next,

• Almuntakhab Fi Tafsir Alquran Alkarim:

The Hajj rites occur during specific, known months and culminate in the first ten days of Dhu'l-Hijja when the main rituals are performed at the Ka'ba. Those who undertake Hajj must avoid worldly matters, including sexual activity, indecencies, and quarreling, until all religious rites are completed. Any good deeds will be known to Allah. Pilgrims should prepare adequately for their journey, but the best preparation is piety. The passage concludes by urging people of understanding to revere Allah.

2) OBLIGATORY ALMSGIVING (ZAKAH) (9:103-105)

• Based on Tafseer Ma'ariful Quran:

The passage explains that Zakah is a universal and perpetual obligation for all Muslims, not limited to the Prophet Muhammad's SAW time. It is the responsibility of an Islamic state to collect and distribute Zakah. The incident during Abu Bakr's khalifah, where he enforced Zakah even after the Prophet's death, highlights its importance.

Zakah is primarily an act of Ibadah, in the verse: خذ من أموالهم صدقة (take out of their wealth) appearing soon after صدقة تطهرهم وتزكيهم بها which means sadaqah aimed at purifying the giver's wealth and soul, with the secondary purpose of supporting the needy. This obligation remains even if there are no needy individuals, as its main goal is the spiritual benefit of the giver.

Also, in the same verses mention about:

3) PRAYER& SADAQAH

The passage explains that the word "salah" in the phrase "وَصَلِّ عَلَيْهِمْ" (and pray for them) means praying for Allah's mercy. The Prophet Muhammad SAW used this term to pray for others, such as in "اللَّھم صل علی آل أبی أوفى" (O Allah, bless the family of Abu Awfa). Over time, the term "salah" became specific to prophets, and jurists advised against using it for others to avoid ambiguity. However, it is permissible to use it for others when mentioned with a prophet, "اللَّھم صل علی محمد وعلی آله و أصحابه".

The passage also notes that the Prophet was instructed to pray for those who give Sadaqah (charity). Some jurists believe the Muslim leader must pray for those who give Sadaqah, while others see it as recommended (mustahabb).

ESSENTIAL OF ISLAM- NOUMAN ALI KHAN

• Khusyuk when praying

Imam Ibn Qayyim al-Jauziyyah said that khusyuk is standing before God with full submission and feelings of humiliation. The verse from Surah al-Ma'un (5) criticizes those who are negligent in their prayers. Scholars like Imam Qurtubi, Ibn Kathir, Sheikh al-Sa'di, and Dr. Wahbah Zuhaili interpret this negligence as either skipping prayers, not praying on time, lacking sincerity, or praying lazily. They emphasize that prayer should be performed with earnestness and sincerity to draw closer to Allah. Hypocrites, who pray only to be seen by Khusyu' is included in the circumcision of hai'ah in the al-Syafie school. Meanwhile, the meaning of khusyu' is also the awareness of the heart towards all readings such as remembrance and prayer spoken by the tongue while watching and thinking about it, living its meaning and feeling that it is praying to Allah SWT.

• Hadith "لو خشعت قلب هذا، لخشعت جوارحه"

Khusyuk with this understanding actually is a matter that must be during the prayer time and the prayer will be interrupted if negligence envelops the entire prayer from beginning to end. Based on: al-Fiqh al-Manhaji, 96

Therefore maintaining khusyu' in all parts of prayer is circumcision that will make prayer more perfect. This is based on a hadith from Uthman bin Affan RA: I heard the Prophet SAW say: "A Muslim when the time comes to pray fardhu, then he performs ablution perfectly khusyu' and prays perfectly, the prayer will cover the previous sins as long as he does not commit a major sin. And so on throughout the ages because of repeating the prayer every day." Muslim History (228)

However, In conclusion, the hadith above is too dhaif. However, this mufti website state that thay tend to the status of this hadith is very dhaif because in the sanad there is a narrator who is majhul. In addition, what is more correct is that the hadith is a word than Said bin al-Musayyib and not from the Prophet SAW the meaning is valid. This is because, the zahir is a guide to the inner. others and lack true devotion, are particularly condemned. The essence of the verse is a call for sincere, timely, and focused worship.

TIPS TO INCREASE KHUSHOO IN SALAH-SHAYKH HASAN ALI

• ELEVATING STATUS

Fasting can elevate one’s status, as indicated by the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW): “When the month of Ramadan arrives, the gates of heaven are opened, the gates of hell are closed, and the devils are chained” (Narrated by Bukhari, Muslim, Ahmad, and Al-Nasa’i).

• ERASING SINS

Fasting also helps erase sins, based on the Prophet’s (SAW) words: “From one Ramadan to the next, sins are forgiven, as long as major sins are avoided” (Narrated by Ahmad and Muslim).

• WEAKENING DESIRES

Fasting can weaken desires, acting as a shield and limiting the paths of Satan. The Prophet (SAW) said: “O young men! Whoever among you can marry, should marry… And whoever is unable, let him fast, for it will be a shield for him” (Narrated by Bukhari and Muslim).

• INCREASING CHARITY

Fasting increases empathy for the poor, prompting more charity. Prophets Solomon and Joseph (AS) would only eat after ensuring their dependents had food, fearing they might forget the hungry if they were full.

• ENHANCING OBEDIENCE TO ALLAH

Fasting heightens awareness of the suffering in hell, motivating Muslims to increase their obedience to avoid such torment, as noted by Imam Al-Izz.

• CULTIVATING GRATITUDE

Fasting fosters gratitude towards Allah (SWT). By experiencing hunger and thirst, individuals appreciate the blessings they have and reflect on Allah’s (SWT) bounties, as stated by Imam Al-Izz: “The value of blessings is not known until they are lost.”

• AVOIDING SIN

Fasting helps one avoid sinful actions and disobedience to Allah (SWT). The physical weakness from fasting can reduce the tendency towards sinful behavior, redirecting one’s focus towards worship and righteous deeds.

The solemn (khusyuk) in prayer has many benefits, such as the benefit of being able to munasabah (reflect) on oneself. We are able to look at ourself if the life we lead in is right or false. Our decisions and our duty.

This one again can only be achieved if one knows what they are reciting, such as the Al-Fatihah. If you do not know what you are reciting, then how will you understand the solemness of the prayer?

Khusyuk in prayer is also a way to keep our ego in check. Who are we to be angry at Him? He have motives behind His every action which is beneficial to us in the long run. As slaves, why must we be angry at our owner?

1. Balqis binti Mohd Daud (2317720)

2. Nurhuda Nebeeha binti Muhamad Shukri (2317086)

3. Nurul Ain Ardini binti Ahmad Rosdy (2312142)

4. Najia binti Jumad (2110242)

5. Nur Aqmar Hanani bt Che Ismail (2113136)

6. Siti Aishah binti Saipuddin (2226214)

1. FAIZATUL HUSNA BINTI JA’AFAR (2312618)

2. TUAN AINA QAISARA BINTI TUAN KAMARUZAMAN (2314704)

3. NUR AFIQAH BINTI JASUMIN @ JASMIN (2314502)

4. NUR ALIA BINTI FAIZ (2223848)

5. ATHIRAH AISYAH BINTI MOHD AZHAR (2222250)

6. NIK ZULFA AQILAH BINTI NIK ZAINURI (2311500)

Sabr is very important in our lives. Practicing sabr (patience) helps maintain relationships with friends during arguments, gains Allah's love, and leads to emotional stability, allowing one to analyze problems and resolve them calmly.

Also, when we are khusyu’ in prayer, we are obedient to Allah, practicing self-discipline, self-reflection, staying away from bad influences, and being humble rather than arrogant. It helps us make positive life choices and build a sincere relationship with Allah.

- FAIZATUL HUSNA BINTI JA’AFAR 2312618

- TUAN AINA QAISARA BINTI TUAN KAMARUZAMAN 2314704

- NUR AFIQAH BINTI JASUMIN @ JASMIN 2314502

- ⁠NUR ALIA BINTI FAIZ 2223848

- ⁠ATHIRAH AISYAH BINTI MOHD AZHAR 2222250

- ⁠NIK ZULFA AQILAH BINTI NIK ZAINURI 2311500

🫐 rohani

-Teach yourself to be patient

-Get a reward ( pahala )

-Purify yourself from pride

-Be more grateful

🫐 jasmani

-Avoid heart problems

-Lose weight

-Mental health is awake

-The body becomes healthy

fasting also teaches us to always be grateful for everything we have Because there are many people out there whose lives are lacking. If we are grateful, wasteful behavior and ripples will be avoided.

A person who understands and appreciates fasting will be rewarded. This is because, fasting is an obligation for Muslims and it is necessary to do it will be rewarded.

However, the greatest benefit of fasting is patience. Patience in fasting is not just about refraining from hunger and thirst, but fasting also means refraining from doing something evil.

Name : Noor Izzaty binti Zabidi

Course : TMGT

Year : 1st Year, 2nd Semester

INTENTION

The Quran and Hadith emphasize the importance of having pure intentions and actions in all aspects of life. The hadith stresses that deeds are to be judged only by intentions, suggesting that the intentions behind actions are just as important, if not more so, than the actions themselves. This hadith also reminds us that true ibadah is not limited to the traditional religious practices like prayer and fasting, but can encompass all aspects of life, as long as they are done with sincere intention and in accordance with Islamic principles.

1. Balqis binti Mohd Daud (2317720)

2. Nurhuda Nebeeha binti Muhamad Shukri (2317086)

3. Nurul Ain Ardini binti Ahmad Rosdy (2312142)

4. Najia binti Jumad (2110242)

5. Nur Aqmar Hanani bt Che Ismail (2113136)

6. Siti Aishah binti Saipuddin (2226214)

There were 2 presentations done in class: one was about what we gained from amal and another was about what we gained from patience. What I understood from the first group's presentation was that Amal is all about intentions towards pleasing our Creator. In short, action taken earnestly for the purpose of fulfilling religious obligations. When we practice the proper and correct amal, we can gain so many benefits. Some stated by the group include closeness to Allah, respect from others, forgiveness from Allah and continuous rewards. It was all supported by a Quran verse (18:30).

Sister Sara shared about the benefits of Khusyuk in Prayer. Some of them being reflectiveness, clarity and humbleness. I believe that it is with true khusyuk in our prayer that we can reap the benefits of Prayer. When we understand what is being said in prayer that we can truly understand and implement Islam into our lives.

As it is, the best intentions if not accompanied by manners are useless. The most importante 'adab' is to the creator. As a servant who only rides in His place, it is not worthy for us to feel high (the best) because that is a quality that is only worthy of Him.

'ignorance is the most powerful thing'

it can lead to good, also lead to bad.

Ignoring God's punishment and warnings leads to our disbelief in Him, ignoring the world and its blessings leads us to focus on Him.

So, the main cause of 'lalai' is ignoring and the main cause of 'khusyuk' is also ignoring. But what the thing they ignore is the difference between this two types of people in the eyes of God.

Sheikh Hasan Ali also ordered that in order to be devout in prayer, we should separate the world starting from before the call to prayer is chanted so that we enter into the 'bi'ah' that leads to devoutness.

What we gain from being patience (presentation)

Khusyuk

• Increase your devotion to Allah. When you focus on obedience to a single matter, there is nothing else to think about: you are 100% committed and at peace. Be equally committed to your work.

• Engage in jihad; the struggle to strengthen yourself and prepare for future challenges. Consistency, discipline, and self-improvement are key to this endeavor.

• Engage in self-reflection and deep contemplation, understanding the recitations in your prayers. Pause; to appreciate the many blessings Allah has given.

• Practice chastity by avoiding prohibited actions. Let go of ego; even when you ask for something and don't receive it, understand that Allah knows best.

• Spiritual Growth; Fasting helps to increase our spirituality by making us to be more aware of our dependence on Allah. For example, when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, it teaches us to be patience, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate (those in need).

• Improved Self-Control (self discipline); Fasting requires us abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs. This practice helps improve our self-control and ability to resist temptations. (when you refrain from eating, you learn to manage hunger and cravings, which can apply to other aspects of life)

• Physical Health; Fasting can lead to various health benefits, such as improved metabolism, weight loss, and better blood sugar control. For example, we can reduce the risk of diabetes.

• Mental health; Without the regular intake of food, the body uses its energy more efficiently, leading to a clearer mind and we will be more focus. It is easier to concentrate on tasks and make better decisions.

"I need to fast, I've gained weight."

"Saya perlu berpuasa, saya telah menambah berat badan."

"I need to fast, my weight has increased."

"Saya perlu berpuasa, berat saya telah meningkat."

often we hear words like the above. It is proven that fasting can have a better physical effect. Fasting not only has a positive impact on a person's appearance, it also gives good results to a person himself.

Benefits on physics:

1. Detox the body: give the body and digestive system a rest and remove all toxins.

2. Controlling body weight: because it limits and controls the amount of portions that enter the body.

3. Improves heart health: helps lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.

Spiritual benefits:

Spiritual benefits

1. Getting closer to God: fasting is a form of worship that brings a servant closer to God. Through fasting, a Muslim learns to refrain from forbidden things and increase piety.

2. Cleansing the Soul and Heart: fasting helps to cleanse the soul and heart from bad qualities such as greed, anger, and envy. This is a time for self-reflection and improving behavior.

3. Increase Patience and Discipline: resisting hunger and thirst and other desires teaches patience and discipline. This helps a person to be stronger in facing the trials and challenges of life.

Today, Sr Sarah shared about Zakah and Hajj& Umrah.

• Zakat

Zakat is a mandatory form of giving that differs from sadaqah, which is general charity. Regardless of our age or situation, it's crucial to fulfill the obligation of zakat if we meet the necessary criteria. Sh. Yahya Ibrahim elaborates on the details of zakat in this episode.

• Benefit of Being Humble

Being humble offers several benefits:

1. Improved Relationships: Humility fosters better connections and cooperation with others.

2. Increased Learning: A humble attitude makes you more open to new ideas and feedback.

3. Stress Reduction: Humble individuals tend to experience less stress and anxiety.

4. Greater Resilience: Humility helps in coping with setbacks and failures.

5. Enhanced Leadership: Humble leaders inspire trust and respect from their team.

• Hajj and Umrah

Firstly, we will get forgiveness from Allah by erasing sins and cultuvating Allah consciousness. Secondly, it will drawing us closer to Allah as the person in Islam have three which is Muttaqin, Solihin and Mukmin. Allah will be closer to the people who is Muttaqin which is a person that more cautions in every action and decision. Thirdly, good deeds performed correctly and with the right intention bring continois rewards even after the death. Lastly, individuals that consistently demonstrate good characters and ethical behaviors are able to build trust and aspiration within the community.

• Sabr (patient)

Patience in Islam is the ability to be patient is a high virtue. We can gain a peaceful relationship with our friend or family, we are able to resolve the argument with thinking rather than emotions. Other than that, we can stabilize our emotion when we are patient with life, so that no matter what comes, we will not overreact with the situation because when one is patient, one is also content. Lastly, through patient we can achieve Allah's Love which is what every Muslims strives for. In Surah Az-Zumar (39:10) "Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without measure."

• Khusu'

As stated in the five pillars of Islam that Muslims need to fasting during Ramadhan. However, Ramadhan is not the only month where people can fast, there are many type of fasting that Allah has said and recommend us to do. However, is there any benefits from fasting?

Yes, there are many benefits that people can get with fasting. In Islam, with fasting, it teaches us to be more grateful with what we have and not too be greedy with what we don't have. Other than that, from the book of Al-Targhib wa Al-Tarhib, 2/154, writen that "Fasting is not only abstaining from eating and drinking, but fasting is abstaining from negligent and obscene words", from the sentence, it can be said that fasting also teach us on how to be sabr when we want to do something because if we do something that wrong in the eyes of Allah, it can effect the award for the fast that we have done throughout the day.

Besides that, many people nowadays has been fasting because they want to control their eating lifestyle. Nowadays situation has brought many people to forget about their health due to overload stress, overwork and more. But with fasting, it might can help those who suffer with these kind of situation to overcome it.

Based on Tafsir Al-Jalalayn, the surah is a reminder of the importance of maintaining a state of purity and devotion during the Pilgrimage (Hajj) in Islam. The verse emphasizes the importance of abstaining from acts of lewdness and immoral behavior during the pilgrimage, and it also stresses the importance of providing for oneself during the journey. Additionally, Muslims might reflect on the significance of the Hajj in Islam and its role in the faith of Muslims. The verse serves as a reminder to approach the Hajj with humility and reverence, and to maintain a sense of devotion throughout the journey.

The given verse highlights the significance of the Holy Qur'an as the spirit and the foundation of the deen, as well as the importance of offering prayers as an obligation for Muslims. Prayer is believed to keep believers away from shameless and obscene acts described as Fahsha' in the verse. Additionally, it emphasizes that if there is a difference of opinion among scholars regarding an act's permissibility, it cannot be considered Munkar. This surah is a call to believers to practice Islam consistently and avoid sinful deeds, and to follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

it is important to have a strong consciousness of Allah in all aspects of life, to act with fairness, justice, honesty, truthfulness and express gratitude. In terms of practical obligations and prohibitions, it is essential to fulfill the five pillars of Islam, avoid sinful acts like eating pork, drinking alcohol and zina. We must act upon various Sunnah and enhancement suggestions to bring us closer to Islam. The consensus of the Sahaba highlights the value of unity and agreement in the Muslim community and the importance of following the guidance of the Prophet and his Companions.

Based on the fatwa article, the conclusion that we can get are Allah dislike people who did not take prayers and Ibadah seriously. Allah asked us as Muslims to do Ibadah to Him earnestly. However, if we happened to prayers without khusyuk not purposely, it is forgiven. Same goes to if we forget the rakaat and did something outside from the rukun while we are praying not purposely, it is also forgiven.

Khusyuk in prayers can help us to do Ibadah perfectly and cover all the sins that we and also avoid doing other bigger sins in the future.

1. Taat (Obedience): Achieving khusyuk requires disciplining oneself to fully focus on the prayer and submit to Allah's will. This discipline can spill over into other aspects of life, making it easier to follow the commandments of Allah and avoid sinful actions.

2. Jihad: Achieving khusyuk requires a struggle against distractions and worldly desires. This struggle strengthens one's perseverance and discipline, making it easier to persevere in other external struggles and follow Islamic principles.

3. Muhasabah (Self-Accountability): Achieving khusyuk requires introspection and self-self-reflection, which can lead to identifying distractions and weaknesses in one's prayer. This self-awareness can help in improving and deepening one's khusyuk in future prayers.

4. Iffah (Chastity): Achieving khusyuk requires lowering one's gaze and maintaining composure during prayer. This practice of modesty and self-control can help in resisting temptations in daily life and maintain chastity.

5. Tawadu’ (Humility): Achieving khusyuk requires awareness of the greatness of Allah, realizing one's smallness before Him, and abandoning feelings of ego. This realization leads to humility and breaking feelings of superiority and arrogance.

1. Spiritual growth: Fasting is an opportunity for Muslims to grow spiritually. It is a time for them to focus on their faith and draw closer to Allah.

   
   

2. Self-discipline: Fasting requires self-discipline and self-control. It helps Muslims develop these qualities and apply them in other aspects of their lives.

   
   

3. Compassion: Fasting helps Muslims to feel empathy for those who are less fortunate and motivates them to help the needy.

   
   

4. Health benefits: Studies have shown that fasting can have several health benefits, such as reducing inflammation, improving heart health

Physically

Fasting during the Holy Month of Ramadan is not just a holy duty for Muslims, but it is also very good for EVERYONE'S health in many ways. Fasting has become a popular way to stay young, fit, and healthy. Just to name a few physical benefits:

• Detoxifying

• Increased Metabolism

• Weight Loss

• Better Immunity Systems

• Controlled Blood Pressure

• Improved Cardiovascular Health

Mentally

It's also been shown that fasting can help balance the mind and lower mental stress. People who fast also say that it makes the mind stronger, helps with focus, and clears the mind. This is mostly because they eat fewer calories, sugar, and salt. When you fast, your blood contains more endorphins, which make you feel good and improve your mental health. The overall benefits of fasting are about the same on the brain as the effects of exercise.

Spiritually

Many people wonder what the point of Ramadan and fasting is, and in Islam, the answer is very clear. Fasting during Ramadan is more than just not eating or drinking. It is a path that changes people's lives and helps them have more Taqwa (God-conscious). The Holy Qur'an says, “O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous” (Qur’an 2:183). This verse makes it clear that fasting is a way to improve your morals and mental health. Muslims try to improve their relationship with Allah (SWT) and become more aware of His presence in their lives by giving up things they want in this world.

• Remove sin

• Weakens lust

• Increase obedience to Allah

• Express gratitude

• Stay away from sin

Physically

Fasting is good for someone's health because it helps the body to rest and detoxify itself from the food that we eat every single day. It also helps to strengthen the immune system, increase metabolism and aids in weight lost.

Mentally

Fasting is also proven to help decrease mental stresses. It helps to sharpen the mind, increase focus, and clears the mind, because the body doesn't spend energy in the process food digestion, so you would have more energy to think and use your brain.

Spiritually

In the path of being a muslim, fasting helps in increasing the taqwa and becoming closer to Allah. "O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous" (Quran 2:183). Hence, it is clear that muslims today will need to fast just like our predecessors, in order to improve our relationship with Allah.

Benefits of Fasting

1. Self-Control and Discipline:

Fasting requires abstaining from food, drink, and sometimes other activities for a set period. This practice helps develop self-control and discipline, crucial components of patience.

2. Delayed Gratification:

By postponing the immediate satisfaction of hunger and thirst, fasting teaches individuals to delay gratification. This experience can translate into improved patience in other areas of life, as one learns to wait for and appreciate delayed rewards.

3. Mental Fortitude:

Enduring the physical and psychological challenges of fasting builds mental fortitude. This resilience can enhance one's ability to remain patient in the face of stress, discomfort, or challenging situations.

4. Empathy and Compassion:

Experiencing hunger and thirst can foster empathy and compassion for those who regularly face such hardships. This increased empathy can lead to greater patience and understanding when dealing with others, recognizing their struggles and responding with kindness and patience.

5. Improved Metabolic Health:

Fasting can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, which can be beneficial for managing or preventing type 2 diabetes.

• Prioritize zakat

• Sadaqah can be given at any time, in any amount, whether small or large, as desired

• Zakat is determined based on regional/state guidelines

• Tawakkul: If we give something, Allah will give us more, not less. Have faith that Allah will provide for us (not just in terms of money, but also in understanding, health, etc.)

• Purify the heart by giving to others (sadaqah, zakat)

• Strengthen the relationship between ummah: help improve the Islamic economy

Hajj and Umrah:

Both Hajj and Umrah serve to purify a Muslim’s heart and soul, renewing their faith and dedication to Allah.

• Purify wealth; answer the call of Hajj

• Teach oneself to be patient

• Sacrifice: wealth, time, and energy (ikhlas) The physical and financial demands teach patience, endurance, and the importance of sacrifice.

• Develop our piety and humility: there is nothing that differentiates us while we are there. Emphasise the equality of all Muslims, regardless of their social or economic status, as everyone wears the same simple clothing and performs the same rituals.

• Strengthen faith and devotion to Allah & fulfills one of the Five Pillars of Islam (Hajj)

• Seek forgiveness and spiritual renewal

• Gain a deeper understanding of Islamic history and heritage (ziarah)

Hajj and Umrah, the sacred pilgrimages in Islam, offer believers numerous benefits. They provide a chance for spiritual cleansing and forgiveness of sins, strengthening one's faith and commitment to Islam. These pilgrimages also foster unity and brotherhood among Muslims worldwide. Moreover, they promise immense rewards from Allah, bringing believers closer to attaining Paradise. Through the challenges and rituals of Hajj and Umrah, believers also learn the valuable lesson of patience (sabr).

Tawadu' in Islam, brings many benefits. It helps people find peace inside, build better relationships, and treat everyone equally. When Muslims are humble, they show respect and kindness to others, no matter who they are. This makes communities stronger and more peaceful. Also, humility reminds believers that they're not perfect and that they need Allah's help. So, practicing humility helps Muslims grow spiritually and become closer to Allah.

Today, our class' homework is to find some information about benefits of fasting in Ramadhan. I read a lot of articles about this particular topics.

1) Improve self discipline. I discovered experiences like my self discipline is getting better during Ramadhan where I prioritize Ibadah punctually.

2)Strengthen relationship. Ramadhan unite my family members, friends and other relatives in one place. I find that we could interact freely during the time.

3)Practice healthy lifestyle. During this period, it encouraged us to stay hydrated all day with drink water on Sahoor. It also drive us to loss some weight and exercise during weekend.

All in all, I felt like the experiences I have gone through Ramadhan motivates me to be a better person in finding Allah's blessings.

Although almost the same, there is an inherent difference about the two. For one, a Muslim can donate to both Muslims and non-Muslims, but Muslims are only allowed to allocate zakat for Muslims only. Secondly, sedekah is sunat while zakat is wajib. Lastly, sedekah is a donation, while zakat acts similarly to tax, hence it is better for the economy as a whole because it contributes to the well fare of the ummah.

Benefits of being Humble

There are three aspects to look at— physical, emotional and spiritual. Physically, being humble helps to calm the heart, thus contributing to your overall health. Emotionally, it helps reduce your stress as you are never angry or prideful over something, and lastly spiritually, it helps you to reflect your place in the eyes of Allah SWT and helps you to be a better version of yourself.

Hajj and Umrah

Hajj and Umrah are the two most sought after opportunity for every Muslims. While umrah is indeed the easier version of the two, it also has almost the same set of challenges that Hajj has. The ability to control your spending and save enough money to visit Mekah, the sabr required dealing with the process, the exhaustion of walking and travelling and many more. While it is true that Hajj is seen as the more "mulia" out of the two, ultimately the purpose of it is the same, being able to dedicate yourself to your Creator and being humble enough to know your place in the world.

Afterwards, we had a group present about the 'Benefits of Being Humble.' The group defined it as one's ability to be aware of their nothingness before Allah SWT. This means that we acknowledge ourselves as Allah's slaves. There was also an explanation on the types of humility:

• Humility before Allah

• Humility before the Prophets

• Humble with our fellow brothers and sisters

Then the benefits of humility was discussed:

• Physically: Healthy lifestyle

• Mental: Stable emotions, manage stress

• Spiritual: Closer to Allah, become a better person

Besides this, we discussed actions that we can take to increase humility in ourselves:

• Accept and listen to advice

• Do not belittle others

• Do not punish easily

In conclusion, we can see the having humility and being humble brings many benefits to us individually and as an ummah. It is a characteristic that we all need to strive towards.

At the end of class, we discussed the difference between 2 sacred pilgrimages, Umrah and Hajj. The biggest difference would be that Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. This does not mean Umrah is less important but the distinction is clear. While Umrah is optional, Hajj is made mandatory to those Muslims who are able to complete it (financially stable, enough time, good health, etc). Umrah can be completed in a single day whereas Hajj requires five days to complete it. Umrah can be conducted whenever one pleases but Hajj is exclusively performed on the designated days of Dhul Hijjah.

1) Tawadu' to people - When we have to behave kind and humble towards other people as they might help us in the future.

2) Tawadu' to Allah - We must obey Allah's instructions , love and respect Him as a god.

3) Tawadu' with ourselves - We must not be an ignorant person as it is considered rude.

To conclude, I gained a lot of new benefits of being humble like showing kindness to people would makes my heart lighter, became more sincere in doing my actions and build relationships with other people honestly.

Benefits of Hajj & Umrah - I recognized how these two Ibadah could actually enhanced me with a lot of patience,sacrifice (time & money) and build Taqwa in every Muslim's soul. It is important to stay calm and be patience in doing hajj and umrah as it is one of the principles in Rukun Islam.

BENEFITS OF PRACTICING CORRECT AMAL

In doing or completing something, we must have correct intention to it. This is because good intention will brings good results. Also, genuine intentions like helping someone would increase our personal growth and relationships with other people. I think as we are willing to help others, that means it is one of contribution to social harmony. It could resolve conflicts and smoother the interactions.

• What I got from this topic is we will always being obedient Muslim by care the virtue in Solah. By maintaining the connection with Allah we will get our inner peace.

• We can be mujahiddin by struggling to maintain the virtue in solah because we have to fully focus to our intention in solah.

• We can rethink again about the purpose of solah and all of action in solah including the qaul (words we recite in Solah)

• We can reflect to ourself and improve to be a good Muslim.

• We will always try to keep our purity in everything and will try to avoid immoral and sinful things.

• We will always try to be humble and not to show-off what are we doing in our action in Solah.

As we know that fasting is one of the duty of Muslim must do based on 5 pillars of Islam. Allah narrated in Quran "O people who believe! You are required to fast as it was required of those who came before you, so that you may have piety."

The benefits of fasting are:

• Prayer answered by fasting; Muslim whose fasting will be experience the hardship to fast and other test will be given by Allah, but Allah will answered the people who prayed when they fasting.

• Ramadhan is generous month; Allah will give abundant sustenance to his servants regardless of whether they are rich or poor.

• Train our patience; Muslim will faced the hardship of fasting in the day with work and the duty as family members. So that their patience will be tested.

• Keep our body in health condition; Fasting helps control human appetite. so regular food intake can keep the body healthy.

• Teach us to be more patience since from our hometown because we have to overlook in every aspect include our way in speak and so on

• Teach us to be more prepared in every expectation will be happen before, during and after the ibadah of Umrah and Hajj.

• Increase the love for Allah and the Messenger by visit the place of Prophetic place and around of Kaabah.

• Increase the love to do all ibadah because we got our inner peace from the blessing of Hajj and Umrah.

• Avoid us from doing any immoral and sinful thing before, during and after ibadah of Hajj and Umrah.

The fundamental goal of Zakat is:

• to show compassion for all people

• help the impoverished

• improve the quality of life for those who have been neglected

• shield them from the potential for mental and social degradation brought on by a lack of resources

• pave the way for prosperity and advancement as well as for the stability and betterment of the country.

Benefit from giving zakat

• Purifying our soul;

  Man is most attracted to wealth because it is a deeply entrenched desire in his thinking. Man's love of lucre is destroyed and he is freed from the chains and the scourge of capitalism by the regular and proper payment of Zakat.

• Purifying our wealth;

  After the zakat part has been paid, the remaining amount does, in fact, become cleansed since it shields the money from ruin and loss. This is due to the fact that everyone has some belongings among the rich.

• Sustaining and help poor;

  Supporting and feeding the country's impoverished. This allows for the prompt and appropriate assistance of the impoverished and disadvantaged. The fundamental tenet of Zakat is compassion for humanity and aiding the underprivileged, as stated in the teaching of the Holy Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him: "Zakat should be taken from the rich and given to the poor."

• Ensure economic prosperity;

  The way to improve social circumstances and boost national economies is through zakat. This makes perfect sense because, when the underprivileged and destitute receive financial support during their trials and tribulations, they naturally strive to stand on their own two feet, strive toward independence, and travel down the path to success and prosperity.

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Group 1: Benefits of practicing correct amal.

Practicing correct "amal" referring to correct actions or deeds in the context of Islamic teachings. Correct amal is not just about performing rituals but embodying the principles and values of Islam in everyday life. It is a holistic approach to spirituality that encompasses acts of worship, ethical conduct, and seeking Allah's pleasure in all endeavors. Through sincere effort and dedication to correct amal, individuals can indeed draw closer to Allah and could get respected by others.

Practicing correct amal also is a means to seek forgiveness from Allah in Islam by erasing sins and cultivating Allah consciousness and cultivates Taqwa, leading to a deeper awareness of Allah, a commitment to righteous living, and a conscious effort to avoid wrongdoing.

Benefits of Fasting :

1-Self-Control

Fasting during Ramadan helps Muslims learn how to control their cravings and desires, like hunger and thirst. By practicing self-discipline in what they eat and drink, they develop the ability to control themselves in other areas of life too. This includes being patient, avoiding temptations, and being mindful of their actions. Fasting isn't just about not eating but it's about learning how to manage their impulses and behaviors better in everyday life.

2- Gratitude

Fasting helps Muslims appreciate the blessings they have, like food, water, and basic needs, and be thankful for them. It also reminds them to be grateful for Allah's guidance and mercy in their lives. It's also about recognizing and being thankful for what they have, both materially and spiritually.

Performing Hajj or Umrah is believed to cleanse one's soul of sins and impurities, providing an opportunity for spiritual renewal and purification. When Muslims perform Hajj or Umrah, they engage in a series of rituals involve acts of worship, devotion, and obedience to Allah. Sacrificing money, time, and family to perform Hajj or Umrah is a significant aspect of the pilgrimage experience for many Muslims.

Sacrifice in terms of :

1- Financial

Performing Hajj or Umrah often requires a significant financial investment, including expenses for travel, accommodation, transportation, and other associated costs. Many pilgrims save money for years or make financial sacrifices to afford it. This act of giving up wealth demonstrates a commitment to prioritizing spiritual fulfillment over material wealth and reflects the importance of the pilgrimage in their lives.

2- Time

Pilgrims may need to take time off from work or other responsibilities, disrupting their daily routines and commitments because most of the time Hajj and Umrah involve a considerable amount of time, ranging from several days to weeks, depending on the pilgrimage and the circumstances. By dedicating their time to the pilgrimage, pilgrims demonstrate their willingness to prioritize spiritual pursuits and invest in their relationship with Allah.

3- Family

Leaving behind family and loved ones to perform Hajj or Umrah can be emotionally challenging for many pilgrims. It may involve temporary separation from spouses, children, parents, and other family members. However, this sacrifice is viewed as an opportunity for individual spiritual growth and a means of seeking Allah's pleasure. Despite the temporary separation, the support and encouragement of family members often play a crucial role in facilitating the pilgrimage journey.

Fasting in Islam, especially during the holy month of Ramadan, has significant spiritual, psychological, and physical advantages. Spiritually speaking, it brings us closer to Allah and strengthens our faith. Psychologically, it promotes discipline, empathy, and mental clarity. Physically, it can improve our health and well-being. Socially, it strengthens community relationships and encourages charitable behavior. These combined benefits make fasting a comprehensive discipline that improves individuals' and communities' overall well-being.

The Hajj pilgrimage is an unforgettable religious experience. Hajj is Islam's fifth pillar, and all Muslim adults who are physically and financially competent to travel must participate. One of the benefits of Hajj is that it teaches you patience and how to stay strong in the face of temptation or exhaustion. Furthermore, Hajj cleanses the soul, instilling purity, optimism, and rejuvenation. Strengthening individual faith also strengthens the oneness of all Muslims. Moreover, the Ihram attire reduces the distinctions between Muslims of various ethnicities and social strata. The Hajj, by gathering so many Muslims in one area at the same time, improves communication and strengthens shared identity. Unlike Hajj, Umrah can be undertaken at any time of year, making it both easy and significant. Umrah entails devoting our time and money to Allah in exchange for increased Rizq (sustenance) and financial blessings. Consequently, going there with noble intentions would make us feel more connected to Allah SWT at each stage of our pilgrimage.

Also, practicing khusyuk brings peace during worship and leads to good behavior and better relationships. Practicing correct amal (righteous deeds) results in Allah's forgiveness, respect from others, and a closer bond with Allah. Being patient helps me maintain friendships, gain Allah's love, and stay calm. Overall, khusyuk helps me build a disciplined, focused, and spiritually rich life.

During Hajj or Umrah, Muslims make big sacrifices, like spending money, taking time off, and being away from family. These sacrifices show how much they value their spiritual growth over other things. The blessings of these trips include feeling more patient, ready for challenges, and loving Allah more, which brings peace inside and a desire to do good.

To sum up, Hajj and Umrah are important experiences that make faith stronger and bring Muslims closer to Allah. They remind us to focus on what's truly important in life and to be obedient to Allah's teachings.

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1. PRACTICING AMAL SOLEH we will

- Receive forgiveness from Allah SWT

- Be respected by others

- Receive the benefits of practicing amal soleh

- Have a stronger and deeper relationship with Allah SWT

2. Practicing SABR (Patience) will

- Help us solve problems calmly

- Fosters lasting relationships and friendships

- Improve emotional stability

- Earn Allah's Love

KHUSYU'

When we are khusyu' while performing our prayer, we'll naturally be humble, obey Allah's orders, and reject everything that's against it. We will also practice self-discipline and do some self-reflection that will make us lead a positive life by making better choices and developing a genuine relationship with Allah SWT.

TEACHES US HOW TO LIVE A SIMPLE LIFE

When we keep ourselves from drinking and eating, we will understand how grateful we should be, since not all of us are lucky and some of us are struggling to feed ourselves.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Fasting has been scientifically linked to potential health benefits such as improved blood sugar control, brain function, and heart health. Fasting, when done appropriately, can improve physical health and wellness.

SPIRITUAL PURIFICATION AND RENEWAL

Fasting and increased prayer during Ramadan promote spiritual purification and renewal. It is an opportunity for Muslims to seek forgiveness for past mistakes, purify their hearts, and refocus their lives on the path of righteousness.

ENHANCEMENT OF COMMUNITY BONDS

Ramadan develops a strong sense of community through shared rituals such as fast breaking (Iftar) and collective prayers (Taraweeh). This social aspect deepens the relationships between family members, friends, and the larger Muslim community.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DETOXIFICATION

Fasting acts as a cleansing procedure, allowing the body to clear itself of accumulated toxins. Mentally, it provides a break from regular activities, encouraging reflection and mental clarity.

- In Islam, zakat is more than just giving money. Zakat is about cleaning your material possessions and heart, establishing unity among believers, and drawing closer to Allah. Muslims express their devotion by paying Zakat, fulfilling their obligations to their community and to Allah. It serves as a method of seeking forgiveness and gaining benefits, making it a fundamental component of a Muslim's beliefs and practice.

BENEFITS OF PERFORMING HAJJ AND UMRAH

1. It deepens our awareness of the Oneness of Allah and helps us to be God-centered.

2. It teaches us the oneness of the human family under the Lordship of One God.

3. It helps us to develop a feeling of universal human brotherhood.

4. Finally, it enables us to renew our faith by making us aware of the transient nature of this life and our final standing before the Lord on the Day of Judgment.

Apart from that, Hajj and Umrah offer opportunities for spiritual purification and sin forgiveness, which strengthens one's faith and loyalty to Islam. Furthermore, they promised enormous blessings from Allah, bringing believers closer to Heaven. Moreover, the priceless lesson of patience was taught by the difficulties and practices of Hajj and Umrah.

• purify our wealth

• grow the remaining quantity - its haq that allah saw has

• zakat increase our wealth

  According to quran sunnah: when we give our money,it will incraese not descrease

• world distreases to become minimal, Allah protect us from the grieve of this world

  Allah mention that "take from their money their zakat, and also make doa for them" and "Allah calls a calmness and purity, it will comes when we give zakat to Alllah S.A.W

• Zakat is actually a medication

  Prophet Muhammad saw said that when people sick, we should give sadaqah to cure the sickness

• zakat is a proof of one's iman,

  giving charity is an evidence that is beyond doubt and sadaqah is an evidence of your iman

  it is the strongest evidence that we have iman in allah saw because no one give money except that we want something in return

• people who continous in giving zakat will be placing in the highest jannah, firdaus.

  when we give the zakat, do not think that we putting it in the hand of faqir, rather Allah S.A.W

• protect us from the jahannam, protect us from the azab

  nothing that zakat can distinguish Allah wrath other than charity

  allow us to get into Allah rahmah

• fear of hipocricy

  those who dont give zakat, they have element of being a munafik, pretending to be a muslim and you are not really a muslim

The disadvantages of not performing zakat

• destruction of the ones entire world

  Prophet Muhammad S.A.W said "five things that you do them, i promise five others"

  never has a nation stop giving zakat except that Allah has stop the rain coming down and send draud upon them

• practice in being patience

  Waiting for the appeal decision is time-consuming and requires a large amount of money

• mind our speech

• learn how to sacrifice because there are some people who don't willing to go performing hajj or umrah because the don't want to leave behind the property that they have at the moment

• form piety and tawadduk

  by performing an umrah or hajj, it teaches us that all of us is the same in the eyes of Allah. They are no difference between us when wo go to Makkah. What could difference us there might be because of the difference package that we get, other than that, we are all an Allah servant in this contemporary world.

ADVANTAGES OF PAYING ZAKAT

• Increases wealth

• Medication to person

• Proof of Iman

• Character of the inhabitants of heaven

• Remove sins

• Get mercy from Allah

DISADVANTAGES OF NOT PAYING ZAKAT

• Sign of being munafik

• Wealth is not blessed by Allah

• Get azab

Hajj and Umrah

Hajj: only be performed in the months of Hajj, which starts from 1 Syawal until dawn on 10 Zulhijjah.

Umrah: can be performed at any time of the year except for people who are in the ihram of Hajj. Does not need to be performed in Arafah, Mabit in Muzdalifah and Mina and cast in Jamrah.

ADVANTAGES OF HAJJ & UMRAH

• Prevent from speaking abusively

• Increasing obedience to Allah

• Remove sins

Paying zakat as known by all Muslims can purify property. Because in zakat it is throwing away everything that is bad on our property. For example, A gardener has a garden. So, to ensure that his garden is healthy and fresh, the farmer must remove all elements that can disfigure his garden such as dry or dead leaves to purify his garden. Next, zakat can also increase wealth. In addition, we can draw closer to God through this pious practice and at the same time purify our sins. This is because zakat is a form of worship for the people of Muhammad. Whoever does worship will be rewarded.

Zakat is an obligation for Muslims who are able to fulfill it.zakat is when a person has enough property to be paid. One of the benefits of giving zakat is to help the needy or the underprivileged. One of the importance of paying zakat is to purify property.As Muslims, we know that the sustenance we get is not from us but from God and we do not refuse to pay zakat on the basis of not wanting to share sustenance with other.

🤍 HAJJ AND UMRAH

in short, In short, it can be concluded that Hajj and Umrah also provide many benefits to those who perform it. For example, before going to fulfill it, the person needs to take care of his behavior and speech from where he is.The challenge also begins before the person goes to Hajj and Umrah. God wants to test a person's sincerity.

Hajj is one of the pillars of Islam that all Muslims must perform. For those who have died, it is obligatory for the heirs to replace them. People who perform Hajj should avoid themselves from saying bad things. So it is proven that Hajj indirectly teaches people to be patient. Next, it can definitely bring a servant closer to his god because it is worship. Finally, as we know, it is able to remove the sins of a servant. Through the Hajj, people will really try to get a Mabrur Hajj, so they will worship diligently and never stop asking for forgiveness.

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6. Siti Aishah binti Saipuddin (2226214)

Physical Benefits

Fasting during Ramadan promotes health by detoxifying the body, boosting the immune system, increasing metabolism, aiding in weight loss, and improving cardiovascular health.

Mental Benefits

Fasting reduces stress, sharpens focus, and clears the mind. It enhances mental well-being by increasing endorphin levels and fosters a healthier relationship with food and greater gratitude.

Spiritual Benefits

Fasting deepens the connection with Allah, increases taqwa (God-consciousness), and promotes righteousness. It encourages empathy for the less fortunate and offers spiritual rewards and protection. This practice is reinforced by the Quran: "O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous" (Quran 2:183).

Zakat

Zakat is a vital practice in Islam, more than mere charity. It purifies wealth and soul, fosters unity among Muslims, and strengthens the bond with Allah. By giving Zakat, Muslims fulfill their duty to their community and demonstrate their love and devotion to Allah. It helps the needy and purifies one's possessions, reflecting the belief that all sustenance is from Allah.

Hajj and Umrah

Hajj and Umrah, the sacred pilgrimages, offer immense spiritual benefits. They provide opportunities for spiritual cleansing, forgiveness of sins, and strengthening of faith. These pilgrimages foster a sense of unity and brotherhood among Muslims globally. The rituals of Hajj and Umrah teach patience and sincerity, bringing believers closer to Allah and promising significant rewards, including the prospect of Paradise.

Tawadu' (Humility)

Tawadu', or humility, is highly valued in Islam. It promotes inner peace, better relationships, and equality among people. Humble Muslims treat everyone with respect and kindness, strengthening and bringing peace to communities. Humility also reminds believers of their imperfections and their need for Allah's guidance, fostering spiritual growth and closeness to Allah.

1. Unity and Equality

During Hajj, millions of Muslims from all over the world come together, wearing the same simple white garments called Ihram. This symbolizes unity and equality, showing that in the eyes of Allah, everyone is equal, regardless of their race, nationality, or social status.

2. Spiritual Renewal

Hajj is like a spiritual reboot. Pilgrims get the chance to seek forgiveness for their sins and start fresh. The rituals of Hajj, such as Tawaf (circling the Kaaba) and Sa'i (walking between Safa and Marwah), help believers feel a deep connection to Allah and renew their faith.

3. Historical Connection

Hajj allows Muslims to walk in the footsteps of prophets like Ibrahim (Abraham) and Muhammad (peace be upon them). This helps them feel a strong connection to their religious heritage and understand the sacrifices and devotion of these great figures in Islamic history.

Hikmah of Umrah

1. Spiritual Cleansing

Umrah, often called the "lesser pilgrimage," is a beautiful way to cleanse one's soul. By performing the Tawaf and Sa'i, Muslims can seek forgiveness and feel spiritually rejuvenated, washing away past sins and mistakes.

2. Strengthening Faith

The experience of visiting the holy sites of Makkah and Madinah during Umrah can deeply strengthen one's faith. It provides a tangible connection to the core of Islam, boosting the pilgrim's devotion and love for Allah.

3. Dua Acceptance

Performing Umrah is a powerful time for making Dua (supplications). It's believed that prayers made during Umrah are more likely to be accepted by Allah, giving Muslims the opportunity to ask for guidance, blessings, and help in their lives.

Zakat and Sadaqah are both awesome ways to give back in Islam, but they have some key differences. Zakat is like a must-do aka wajib; it's one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Every year, Muslims give around 2.5% of their savings to help those in need. It's a way to clean up your wealth and make sure everyone gets a fair share.

On the other hand, Sadaqah is totally voluntary and super flexible. You can give money, food, or even just a smile any time you want! It’s all about showing kindness and generosity whenever you feel like it, and getting free pahala in return! While Zakat has set rules, Sadaqah is all about spreading good vibes and helping others continuously.

Zakat, an Arabic term meaning "purification", is one of the five pillars of Islam. It is an obligatory charitable donation that Muslims are required to pay to help the needy and promote social welfare. Muslims who are financially able must pay zakat to purify their wealth and aid those in need. Zakat is not only a way top help the poor and needy, but it is also a way to strengthen the bond within a Muslim community. By fulfilling this religious obligation, Muslims can lead a life of gratitude, humility, and charity.

HAJJ

Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam, is an important religious pilgrimage to the city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia that every able-bodied Muslim of sound mind and means is required to perform at least once in their lifetime. The Hajj is a physical demonstration of devotion and submission to Allah, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of unity and equality among Muslims. The journey of Hajj is not only physically challenging, but also spiritually transformative, as it brings individuals closer together, fostering a sense of community and purpose.

The Role of Amal (Intention)

Amal signifies a conscious effort to please Allah through our actions. The intention behind every action is crucial, as it determines the reward one receives in the afterlife. Having a pure and sincere intention is essential in developing a strong connection with Allah. It is through amal that we can cultivate patience and maintain khusyuk (focus and concentration) during prayer.

The Significance of Patience

Patience is an essential virtue in Islam, often associated with steadfastness and perseverance. In times of hardship and tribulation, patience enables individuals to remain calm and composed, allowing them to find solace in their faith. It is through patience that one can truly appreciate the blessings bestowed upon them and recognize the wisdom behind adversity. By incorporating patience into our daily lives, we can enhance our spiritual growth and strengthen our relationship with Allah.

Khusyuk in Prayer

Khusyuk refers to the state of complete focus and concentration during prayer. Maintaining this level of devotion throughout the prayer can be challenging, but it is crucial for reaping the full benefits of this spiritual practice. Cultivating patience and having a strong intention can greatly assist in maintaining khusyuk during prayer. Consistently striving towards this goal can lead to significant spiritual growth over time.

Mental : Reflect on intentions behind fasting; remember that it’s not merely for weight loss or health benefits but primarily an act of worship dedicated to Allah (swt).

Spiritual: Engage in regular recitation of Qur’an, perform additional voluntary prayers (nafil), increase acts of kindness towards family members, friends, neighbors, or anyone who may need support during this blessed month. These actions contribute towards enhancing spiritual growth during Ramadan while strengthening connection with Allah (swt).

Zakat: Purification of wealth and soul-Giving Zakat purifies one’s wealth by removing impurities from it, as well as purifying the soul from greed, selfishness, and attachment to material possessions.

Haji: Unity and brotherhood- Hajj brings together Muslims from all over the world, fostering a sense of unity and brotherhood among them.

Umrah: Spiritual purification- Umrah is a journey of spiritual purification and renewal, similar to Hajj.