Name : Lutfiatul Aini binti Mohd Esa

( you guys can call me lutfia, aini, lutfiatul , lutfi , lut )

Course : BAR

E-mail: lutfyaaa321@gmail.com

Matric no. : 242369

Hobby : singing especially sad & broken song 🫣 read quotes books & also taking a picture 📸

My personality : Actually i'm an introvert person but since i'm entered iium suddenly i'm being an extrovert person 😔 i'm easy going person so don't scared to talk to me okay :( i'm also can be a good listener so if you need someone to to talk i'm already here for you 🫶

• The purpose of creation is to worship Allah S.W.T as mentioned in Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:56)

• وما خلقت الجن والإنس إلا ليعبدون

  " And i didn't create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me "

1) Prayer

• Surah Al-Ankabut

  ٱتْلُ مَآ أُوحِىَ إِلَيْكَ مِنَ ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ وَأَقِمِ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ ۖ إِنَّ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ تَنْهَىٰ عَنِ ٱلْفَحْشَآءِ وَٱلْمُنكَرِ ۗ وَلَذِكْرُ ٱللَّهِ أَكْبَرُ ۗ وَٱللَّهُ يَعْلَمُ مَا تَصْنَعُونَ

  
  

  " Recite , [ O Muhammad ] what has been revealed to you of the Book and establish prayer. Indeed prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing, and the embrance of Allah is greater , and allah knows that which you do "

- prayer instills awareness of Allah, restrains from immoral behavior, and encourages obedience

- attributes of prayer :

1. ikhlas

2. fear of Allah

3. remembrance of Allah

2) Fasting

• Surah al-Baqarah (2:183)

  يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ ٱلصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ

  " O you who have believed decreed upon you is fasting as it was decrees upon those before you that you may become righteous "

- Fasting develops taqwa, empathy and discipline. It helps believers draw close to Allah

- Recognizing Allah's constant observation

- Weakening Satan's influence

- fostering acts of worship

3) Charity (zakah)

• Surah At-Taubah (9:103)

  خُذْ مِنْ أَمْوَٰلِهِمْ صَدَقَةًۭ تُطَهِّرُهُمْ وَتُزَكِّيهِم بِهَا وَصَلِّ عَلَيْهِمْ ۖ إِنَّ صَلَوٰتَكَ سَكَنٌۭ لَّهُمْ ۗ وَٱللَّهُ سَمِيعٌ عَلِيمٌ

  " Take O Muhammad from their welath a charity by which you purify them and cause them increase and invoke ( Allah's blessings ) upon them . Indeed, your invacations are reassurance for them . And Allah is hearing and knowing "

• Charity purifies wealth and self, fostering generosity and reducing greed

• Benefits

  1. Cleanses sins and bad traits

  2. Supports the needy

4) pilgrimage ( Hajj )

• Surah al-Baqarah (2:197)

  ٱلْحَجُّ أَشْهُرٌۭ مَّعْلُومَـٰتٌۭ ۚ فَمَن فَرَضَ فِيهِنَّ ٱلْحَجَّ فَلَا رَفَثَ وَلَا فُسُوقَ وَلَا جِدَالَ فِى ٱلْحَجِّ ۗ وَمَا تَفْعَلُوا۟ مِنْ خَيْرٍۢ يَعْلَمْهُ ٱللَّهُ ۗ وَتَزَوَّدُوا۟ فَإِنَّ خَيْرَ ٱلزَّادِ ٱلتَّقْوَىٰ ۚ وَٱتَّقُونِ يَـٰٓأُو۟لِى ٱلْأَلْبَـٰبِ

  " Hajj is during well-known months, so whoever has made hajj obligatory upon himself therein (by entering the state of ihram), there is (to be for him) no sexual relations and no disobedience and no disputing during hajj. And whatever good you do, Allah knows it. And take provisions but indeed, the best provision is fear Allah. And fear Me, O you of understanding."

  
  

- Hajj disciplines believers to follows Allah's commandments and abstain form prohibited acts

- Etiquette of Hajj

1. Avoid indecent acts disobedience and disputes

2. Stay doveted to worship and deeds

• Praying with khusyuk (deep focus and devotion) requires both mental and physical preparation.

• some steps to prepare for a more focused and meaningful prayer:

1. Purify Your Body and Heart

Perform wudu (ablution) properly, feeling that each wash purifies both body and soul.

Before starting solat, seek forgiveness from Allah and clear your mind of worldly distractions.

2. Choose a Peaceful Place

Ensure that your prayer space is clean and free from distractions.

Praying in a quiet and calm environment helps improve concentration.

3. Wear Comfortable and Modest Clothing

Dress appropriately, ensuring that your attire fully covers the aurah (parts of the body that must be covered).

Wearing clean and comfortable clothing helps you feel at ease in prayer.

4. Understand the Meaning of the Prayer Recitations

Knowing the meaning of the duas and verses recited in prayer makes the worship more meaningful.

If possible, memorize additional supplications that can enhance focus and devotion.

5. Eliminate Distractions

Put your phone on silent mode or keep it away before starting prayer.

Ensure there are no external distractions, such as TV noise or conversations nearby.

6. Set Your Intention with Sincerity

Before saying takbir, focus your heart on the intention, truly understanding that this prayer is for Allah.

Avoid praying just out of habit or to merely fulfill an obligation.

7. Focus on Movements and Recitations

Perform each movement in prayer with calmness and mindfulness, without rushing.

Feel the connection with Allah in every ruku' (bowing), sujud (prostration), and supplication.

8. Reflect on Death and the Afterlife

Imagine that this might be your last prayer, so you perform it with full sincerity.

📌 Remember that solat is the key to strengthening your relationship with Allah.

• Performing solat with khusyuk (deep focus and devotion) brings immense virtues, both spiritually and in daily life.

• some of the benefits:

1. Attaining Success in Life and the Hereafter

Allah promises success to those who perform solat with khusyuk:

"Certainly, will the believers have succeeded. They who are during their prayer humbly submissive." (Surah Al-Mu’minun: 1-2)

This success includes peace of mind, barakah in life, and ultimately, a great reward in the Hereafter.

2. Strengthening the Connection with Allah

Solat is not just a ritual; it is a direct conversation with Allah. When done with khusyuk, it deepens our relationship with Him, making us feel closer and more connected.

3. Inner Peace and Tranquility

Khusyuk in solat brings calmness to the heart, reducing stress and anxiety. It helps the mind detach from worldly worries and find comfort in the remembrance of Allah.

4. Protection from Evil and Sin

Allah says:

"Indeed, prayer prevents immorality and wrongdoing." (Surah Al-Ankabut: 45)

A person who prays with khusyuk will develop a stronger sense of self-discipline, making it easier to avoid sins and bad habits.

5. Increased Patience and Gratitude

Solat teaches patience, humility, and gratitude. With khusyuk, a person learns to surrender to Allah’s will, trust His plans, and be content with His blessings.

6. Strengthening Focus and Discipline

Khusyuk in prayer trains the mind to focus, which also benefits other areas of life, such as work, studies, and personal relationships.

7. Receiving Allah’s Forgiveness and Mercy

The more sincere and devoted a person is in solat, the more they are likely to receive Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. It is a chance to cleanse the heart and soul regularly.

8. Earning a Higher Rank in the Sight of Allah

📌 Prophet Muhammad mentioned that the first thing a person will be questioned about on the Day of Judgment is their solat.

📌 A prayer performed with khusyuk brings higher rewards and elevates one’s status in the Hereafter.

• Fasting in Ramadhan brings many hikmah (wisdoms) that benefit both the soul and daily life.

• some of the lessons and blessings :

1. Strengthening Taqwa (God-Consciousness)

Allah says in 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." (Surah Al-Baqarah: 183)

Fasting trains us to obey Allah sincerely, increasing our taqwa (awareness of Allah in all actions).

2. Teaching Self-Control and Discipline

By restraining from food, drink, and desires, fasting builds self-discipline and patience, making it easier to control emotions and avoid sinful acts.

3. Appreciating the Blessings of Food and Water

Fasting reminds us how fortunate we are to have food, making us more grateful and mindful of the blessings that we often take for granted.

4. Developing Empathy for the Less Fortunate

Experiencing hunger helps us understand the struggles of the poor, increasing our sense of compassion and encouraging us to be more generous in charity (sadaqah and zakat).

5. Strengthening the Bond with the Quran

Ramadhan is the month when the Quran was revealed. Muslims are encouraged to increase their recitation and understanding of the Quran, strengthening their faith.

6. Enhancing Spiritual Purification

Fasting cleanses not just the body but also the soul, helping to remove arrogance, greed, and negative traits.

7. Improving Health and Detoxification

Scientific studies suggest that fasting helps detoxify the body, improve metabolism, and promote overall well-being.

8. Strengthening Family and Community Bonds

Ramadhan encourages Muslims to spend more time with family and the community, whether through breaking fast together (iftar), praying in congregation (tarawih), or engaging in acts of kindness.

9. Multiplication of Rewards

Good deeds performed in Ramadhan are rewarded many times more than in other months. It’s a golden opportunity to increase worship, charity, and good actions.

10. Preparing for the Akhirah (Hereafter)

📌 Fasting is not just about avoiding food but about purifying the heart and improving character.

📌 It serves as training for lifelong righteousness and the journey to Jannah.

What is Zakat?

• Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, meaning it is a fundamental obligation for every eligible Muslim.

• It is a form of charity that purifies one’s wealth and helps the less fortunate.

  
  

Purpose of Zakat :

1. Purifying Wealth

   – Zakat cleanses income from any impurity and increases barakah (blessings).

2. Helping the Needy

   – It ensures that wealth is shared with those who are struggling.

3. Reducing Wealth Inequality

   – It prevents the extreme gap between the rich and the poor.

4. Strengthening Community Bonds

   – It fosters kindness, compassion, and social harmony.

Who Can Receive Zakat?

• The Quran (Surah At-Tawbah: 60) mentions eight categories of people eligible for zakat:

1. The Poor – Those who have little income.

2. The Needy – Those who are struggling to meet basic needs.

3. Zakat Administrators – Those responsible for distributing zakat.

4. New Muslims (Mu’allaf) – Converts who need support in their new faith.

5. Slaves or Captives – To help free them.

6. Debtors – Those who are unable to pay off debts.

7. For the Cause of Allah – Includes efforts for Islam, such as dawah.

8. Stranded Travelers – Those who are away from home and in need.

   
   

Difference Between Zakat and Sadaqah

• Zakat is an obligation, calculated at 2.5% of eligible wealth.

• Sadaqah is a voluntary charity that can be given anytime, in any amount.

  
  

Benefits of Paying Zakat

• Increases blessings and barakah in wealth.

• Brings closeness to Allah and purifies the heart from greed.

• Helps build a just and caring society.

• Leads to forgiveness and rewards in the Hereafter.