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We also had a briefing on our upcoming assignments, so we have a clearer idea of what’s expected and how we can contribute as a group. It was helpful to get that early guidance so we can plan ahead and support each other throughout the semester.

The main discussion focused on two important topics: Adab of the Qur'an and

Adab of Seeking Knowledge.

📖 Adab of the Qur’an

We were reminded that reading the Qur’an isn't just a routine. It’s an act of worship that deserves our full attention and respect. Some key etiquettes we covered:

• Make sure to be in a state of wudu before reciting.

• Start with Ta’awwudh and Bismillah.

• Sit in a respectful manner and try to use a raised platform when placing the Qur’an.

• Recite calmly and beautifully, not too fast, and with proper pronunciation.

• Handle the Qur’an with care, close it when not reading, and don’t place other books on top of it.

• Try to connect with the Qur’an daily, even if it's just by looking at its pages.

It was a good reminder that our approach to the Qur’an reflects our love and reverence for the words of Allah.

📚 Adab of Seeking Knowledge

We also touched on how seeking knowledge is a noble act in Islam and should be done with the right intentions and attitude.

We talked about outward manners, like:

• Taking notes,

• Reviewing and repeating lessons,

• Asking questions,

• Doing extra reading,

• And preparing properly for class.

But just as important are the inward manners, such as:

• Having a clear intention (to please Allah),

• Setting a defined goal,

• Showing respect for knowledge and teachers,

• Being consistent, and maintaining good akhlaq throughout the process.

  
  

The main takeaway was that both reading the Qur’an and learning are acts of worship that help us get closer to Allah. When done with sincerity and proper adab, they become part of our journey to Paradise.

It was a lively way to revise and remember the important points of the hadith.

🌙 Key Lessons from Hadith Jibril

• Islam

  • Testify that there is no god but Allah and Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger.

  • Perform salah, give zakat, fast in Ramadan, and perform Hajj (if able).

• Iman

  • Believe in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Last Day, and Qadar (fate), both good and bad.

• Ihsan

  • Worship Allah as though you see Him; if you cannot see Him, know that He sees you.

• Signs of the Hour

  • A servant giving birth to her master.

  • The poor and barefooted competing in building tall structures.

🎲 Group Quiz Activity

• We divided into groups and picked a leader.

• Leaders spun a wheel to select questions.

• Each group had to answer questions about Hadith Jibril.

• Punishment for wrong answers: Singing in front of everyone.

• The activity made learning fun and interactive while reinforcing our understanding of the hadith.

✨ Reflection

This session was both educational and enjoyable. The quiz helped me remember the main teachings of Hadith Jibril in a creative way, and it reminded me that learning about Islam doesn’t always have to be serious, it can also be engaging and fun. Personally, I realized the importance of always strengthening my Iman and striving for Ihsan in daily life, because Allah is always watching me.

The Hadith Jibril reminded me that Islam, Iman, and Ihsan are not just concepts to memorize, but values to live by. By applying them in my daily life, I can continuously grow closer to Allah.

✨ Key Lessons from Pillars of Iman

• Belief in Allah

  • Allah is One (Tawhid), without partners or offspring.

  • He is the Creator, Sustainer, and Most Merciful.

  • Practice: Perform salah, reflect on Qur’an, observe Allah’s signs in nature.

  
  

• Belief in Angels (Malaikah)

  • Created from light, obedient to Allah.

  • Duties: record deeds, deliver revelation, protect, and praise Allah.

  • Practice: Remember angels witness our actions → motivates righteous behavior.

  
  

• Belief in Scriptures (Kutub)

  • Books revealed: Tawrat, Zabur, Injil, and Qur’an (final & preserved).

  • Qur’an is miraculous, a complete source of guidance.

  • Practice: Study, understand, and apply Qur’an’s teachings daily.

🌟 Reflection
This session reminded me that the Pillars of Iman are not just knowledge to memorize, but values to live by. By believing in Allah, His angels, and His scriptures, I am guided to strengthen my faith and live with greater awareness of His presence.

True faith means practicing, not only knowing. By applying Qur’an and living with Ihsan, I can grow closer to Allah every day.

One presentation that left a strong impact on me was about cherishing life. The presenter shared her personal experience of losing one of her closest friends, which reminded us that we must value and appreciate life. Death does not come by age but only by the will of Allah.

Our group also presented our poster titled “Are All Bad Endings Really Bad for Us?”. The highlight of our poster was about trusting Allah’s plans in every process of life. I contributed by sharing the point about trusting Allah in love life, as it is something many of us can relate to. Everyone wishes for a happy ending by meeting a wonderful spouse, but sometimes, before reaching that, we may experience heartbreaks or “bad endings.” These experiences are not the end but part of Allah’s greater plan. I also designed the Canva poster to make our presentation look fun, colourful, and easy for our friends to understand.

✨ Key Lessons

• Belief in Rasul & Anbiya’

  • Allah sent prophets to every nation with the same message: worship Allah alone (Tawhid).

  • All prophets were truthful, trustworthy, and conveyed Allah’s message without change.

  • Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the final messenger, sent to all mankind and jinn, with special blessings such as syafa’ah (intercession).

  • Practice: Follow the Prophet’s character—gratitude, patience, humility, kindness, moderation, and equality.

  
  

• Belief in the Hereafter (Akhirah)

  • Life in this world will end, and all will be resurrected for judgment (Al-Qiyamah & Al-Hashr).

  • Deeds will be weighed: the righteous will enter Jannah, the wrongdoers will face Jahannam.

  • Effects:

    • Increases love to meet Allah.

    • Encourages patience in hardship.

    • Motivates good deeds and accountability.

  • Practice: Live with the awareness of akhirah → every deed matters.

  
  

• Belief in Qada’ & Qadar (Divine Decree)

  • Everything happens according to Allah’s knowledge, writing, will, and creation.

  • Nothing exists outside His decree.

  • Benefits: Brings peace of mind, humility, patience, contentment, and trust in Allah.

  • Practice: Strive, take precautions, then place tawakkul (trust) in Allah’s plan.

🌟 Reflection
This Usrah reminded me that faith in the Pillars of Iman must be reflected in daily life. Believing in Qada’ & Qadar strengthens my trust in Allah’s plan, even when things don’t go the way I expect. The stories and experiences shared by my friends, especially about cherishing life, made me more grateful for every moment and more mindful that life is temporary. Presenting our own poster helped me realize that what feels like a “bad ending” can actually be a blessing in disguise, because Allah always knows what is best for us.

True success lies in living with tawhid, preparing for akhirah, and trusting Allah’s qadr in every situation.

After the explanation, we had a fun bonding session through games. The first game was a name guessing game, where we had to remember and point out each other’s names. It was hilarious because many of us couldn’t recall our friends’ names, so we had to repeat them again. The confusion made it even more entertaining, and we laughed so much throughout the game.

Next, we played the Bomb Game. In this game, each of us had to mention a word related to a chosen topic while passing a “bomb” (actually a phone). The game ended when one of our friends couldn’t answer in time and got “bombed,” which made everyone laugh even more.

Finally, before ending our Usrah, we took a group picture, which turned out beautifully and became a sweet memory of the day. 🌸

⭐ IHSAN (الإحسان)

Doing what is beautiful and establishing perfection in life

• Definition: الإحسان أن تعبد الله كأنك تراه، فإن لم تكن تراه فإنه يراك

• Hadith Jibril: “Worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you do not see Him, know that He sees you.”

• Levels: Islam → Iman → Ihsan

• Qur’an: إِنَّ اللَّهَ يَأْمُرُ بِالْعَدْلِ وَالإِحْسَانِ (النحل 90)

⏳ ESCHATOLOGY (علم الآخرة)

The study of the end of the world and the Last Day

• Belief in the Hereafter, resurrection, accountability, Paradise & Hell.

• Qur’an: أَلاَ تَعْلَمْ أَنَّ اللَّهَ لَهُ مُلْكُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ (البقرة 107)

• Importance: Life in this world is incomplete. The Hereafter ensures true justice.

⚠️ SIGNS OF QIYAMAH (أشراط الساعة)

Minor Signs (صغرى):

• انتشار المعاصي (spread of sins)

• عقوق الوالدين (disobedience to parents)

• التباهي في البنيان (competition in tall buildings)

Major Signs (كبرى):

• خروج الدجال (Dajjal)

• نزول عيسى عليه السلام (Descent of Isa AS)

• يأجوج ومأجوج (Ya’juj & Ma’juj)

• الدخان (Smoke)

• الدابة (Beast)

• طلوع الشمس من مغربها (Sun rising from the West)

Hadith:
“لا تقوم الساعة حتى تروا عشر آيات…” (رواه مسلم)

✨ Key Lessons from Adab

• Meaning of Adab
  • Root word: أدب – to refine, educate, discipline.
  • Refers to manners, etiquette, and proper conduct.
  • Not just a trait but a process that can be learnt.

• Adab vs Akhlaq
  • Akhlaq = moral philosophy (the why).
  • Adab = manners in practice (the how).

• Adab with Parents (Lessons from Prophet Ibrahim A.S.)
  • Speak with love and respect (“O my father”).
  • Advise gently, without insults.
  • Be humble with knowledge, not boastful.
  • Warn with compassion, not harshness.
  • Respond peacefully even when threatened.
  • Allah rewarded Ibrahim A.S. with a righteous family after his patience.

🌟 Reflection
This Usrah session reminded me that learning about Islam is not just about gaining knowledge but also about nurturing good character and sincerity. Understanding Ihsan taught me to always strive for excellence in my worship and actions, knowing that Allah is always watching. Reflecting on Adab reminded me of the importance of kindness, patience, and humility when dealing with others. values that truly make our gatherings meaningful. Discussing the Signs of Judgement Day also deepened my awareness of how temporary this world is and how important it is to prepare for the Hereafter through sincere deeds and strong faith.

“The true beauty of learning lies not only in gaining knowledge, but in practicing it with sincerity, adab, and Ihsan for every small act done for Allah brings us closer to Him.”

Every session left me feeling like a new person when I stepped out of the room. I don’t know if others feel the same way, but for me, this feels like the best way to learn about Islam while also building strong bonds with each other. Looking back at my summaries, I realized how much the sharing sessions gave me time to reflect on my daily life and think about how to apply these lessons in practice.

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to be part of this Usrah group and to grow together in becoming better Muslims, in shā’ Allāh, both now and in the future. I also want to express my appreciation to our beloved naqibah, Sr. Syurfa, who truly made the Usrah sessions a comfortable and welcoming space for everyone. She guided us with patience, corrected us gently when we made mistakes, and always shared creative ideas whenever we felt clueless or awkward. Because of her, no one ever felt left out, and we all felt encouraged to learn and share openly.

I hope this Usrah will give all of us new perspectives, reminding us that it is not only valuable to learn new things, but also to relearn what we already know. Many of the topics discussed were not completely new to me, but through deeper reflection, I realized that I had only understood them on the surface. This made me aware that I have not fully applied them in my life.

I do not have many words to describe my hopes, but the one thing I truly wish is that Allah will grant me the opportunity to reflect on myself and guide me towards becoming a better person. I know that change will not happen overnight, but what makes this hope meaningful is my trust in the process and my willingness to embrace the journey of becoming a better Muslimah.

One thing I will always remember is how she loves to randomly pick someone to answer, which sometimes gave me a little panic throughout the session. But it was never in a strict way because even if we made mistakes, she encouraged us to try again and reminded us not to laugh at others. I also remember a moment during a sharing session when some of us were not paying attention. She gently reminded us to respect one another, especially when someone is sharing knowledge. That moment left a strong impression on me, as it connected directly to the topic of adab in daily life.

If there is one small thing I could suggest, it would be for her to know that we truly love and appreciate her presence. I hope she can be more confident when she is with us especially during group photo sessions, AHAHA.

Overall, I am very grateful that she became our naqibah. She has made my Usrah experience in Semester 1 a truly wonderful and unforgettable journey.

We learned the meaning of ḥikmah, its connection with ʿibādah, niyyah, and amal, and how it helps shape our character and way of life as Muslims. Before we started learning this topic, our naqibah asked us to introduce ourselves. She also played a short game with us to see if we could remember our friends’ names. In addition, she briefly recapped the topic of ihsan that we learned during our Semester 1 usrah.

🌟 Key Lessons on the Acquisition of Ḥikmah

• Meaning of Ḥikmah

• Ḥikmah refers to wisdom, intellect, and the ability to understand the truth and act accordingly.

• It is a blend of knowledge and good deeds, rooted in fear and consciousness of Allah.

• Practice: Seek knowledge and apply it with sincerity in daily life.

• Ḥikmah and ʿIbādah

• Acts of worship help cultivate inner qualities such as humility, sincerity, and devotion.

• Through proper ʿibādah, a believer can grow spiritually and gain true wisdom.

• Practice: Perform worship with presence of heart and correct intention.

• Role of Niyyah (Intention)

• Niyyah determines whether an action is accepted by Allah.

• Sincerity, clarity, and consistency are essential in setting the right intention.

• Practice: Always purify intention and perform actions solely for Allah’s pleasure.

• Ḥikmah through Amal and Ihsan

• Good deeds (amal) reflect faith and benefit both individuals and society.

• Ihsan teaches us to worship Allah as if we see Him, knowing He always sees us.

• Practice: Apply ihsan in actions, character, and interactions with others

  
  

🌱 Reflection

This usrah reminded me that ḥikmah is not gained through knowledge alone, but through sincere worship, correct intention, and consistent good deeds. By practising niyyah, amal, and ihsan, I can slowly develop wisdom that guides my actions and strengthens my relationship with Allah.

True ḥikmah comes when knowledge is lived, not just learned. By applying what I know with sincerity, I can grow into a better Muslim every day.

We learned how acts of worship such as prayer, fasting, zakat, and hajj are sources of wisdom that help shape our character and guide our way of life as Muslims. Our naqibah conducted this usrah session online because of the bad weather, as the rain kept pouring non-stop and made it difficult for us to gather and meet in person. Despite that, the session was still enjoyable. Through this usrah, I learned new facts, especially about the distance involved during hajj, which is surprisingly very far. Overall, our naqibah made the session fun and engaging, making it easy for us to understand everything.

🌟 Key Lessons on Ḥikmah from ʿIbādah

• Prayer (Ṣalāh)

• Prayer restrains a person from immoral and wrongful actions.

• It strengthens the connection between a servant and Allah.

• Practice: Perform prayers with focus, sincerity, and consistency.

• Fasting (Ṣawm)

• Fasting trains self-control and patience.

• It helps believers develop taqwa and consciousness of Allah.

• Practice: Control desires and improve character during and after fasting.

• Zakat

• Zakat purifies and cleanses one’s wealth.

• It encourages generosity and social responsibility.

• Practice: Give charity sincerely and care for those in need.

• Hajj

• Hajj represents total submission and devotion to Allah.

• It prepares believers spiritually for the Hereafter.

• Practice: Strengthen patience, humility, and obedience to Allah.

  
  

🌱 Reflection

This usrah reminded me that ʿibādah is not only about fulfilling obligations, but also about acquiring ḥikmah that shapes our character. Through sincere worship, I can develop self-discipline, taqwa, and better manners in daily life.

Every act of sincere worship plants wisdom in the heart and strengthens our faith.

This week, our usrah focused on understanding Salah, Wuduk, Tayammum, and the meaning of Khushu’, emphasizing proper preparation to improve the quality of our prayers and strengthen our connection with Allah. Although this topic repeats what we have learned since elementary school, it was still very helpful to recall each aspect. Not only did it help us remember, but it also allowed us to revise our knowledge and relearn new meanings from the topic. During this usrah session, we also played a small quiz, which was very fun. Through the quiz, it helped create beautiful memories together and made the session more engaging and memorable.

🌼 Key Lessons from Preparation of Salah with Khushu’

• Salah

• Conditions of Obligation: Islam, sanity, and maturity.

• Conditions of Validity: Purity from hadas and najis, covering aurah, certainty of time, facing qiblah, and knowing how to pray.

• Pillars of Salah: Niyyah, standing (if able), takbiratul ihram, al-Fatihah, ruku’, i’tidal, sujud, sitting between sujuds, final tahiyat, selawat, salam, and performing in order.

• Invalidators: Talking, excessive movement, uncovered aurah, eating or drinking, hadas before salam, changing intention.

• Sunnah Acts: Doa iftitah, looking at place of sujud, tasbih in ruku’ and sujud, du’a before salam, and maintaining khushu’.

Practice: Perform Salah with knowledge and awareness, not haste.

• Wuduk

• Pillars: Niyyah, washing face, arms, wiping head, washing feet, and order.

• Conditions of Validity: Using pure water, no barriers on limbs, and being free from haid or nifas.

• Nullifiers: Anything exiting front/back passage, deep sleep, loss of mind, touching non-mahram (discussion), touching private parts.

• Sunnah Acts: Basmalah, conserving water, doa after wuduk, washing limbs three times.

Practice: Perfect wuduk as a spiritual and physical preparation for prayer.

• Tayammum

• Reason: Inability or harm in using water.

• Pillars: Niyyah, wiping face and hands with clean earth, order.

Practice: Understand tayammum as Allah’s mercy and ease.

• Khushu’

• Meaning: Focus, humility, calmness, understanding recitations, and awareness of standing before Allah.

• Barriers: Was-was and attachment to worldly matters.

• Ways to Attain Khushu’:

  • Pray on time

  • Prepare mentally and physically

  • Understand meanings of recitations

  • Pray in a calm, distraction-free place

  • Avoid praying while hungry, sleepy, or uncomfortable

  • Reduce unnecessary movements

Practice: Treat every prayer as a private conversation with Allah.

🌸 Reflection

This usrah reminded me that khushu’ does not begin at takbir, but from how I prepare my heart, body, and mind before prayer. By improving my wuduk, understanding the rulings of salah, and being mindful of distractions, I can perform prayer with sincerity and calmness.

Khushu’ grows when salah is prepared with knowledge, sincerity, and full awareness of standing before Allah.

This week, our usrah focused on the virtues and impact of Ṣalāh performed with khushūʿ, highlighting how true prayer shapes character, strengthens faith, and transforms daily behaviour. I believe the highlight of this session was Jihād, as the topic felt very deep and closely related to each of us. It left a strong impact on our hearts and minds. Overall, this session provided us with insightful reflections and valuable perspectives through the sharing of different opinions.

🌼 Key Lessons from Ṣalāh with Khushūʿ

• Meaning of Khushūʿ in Prayer

• Presence of heart and mind before Allah.

• Calmness, humility, and full attentiveness.

• Khushūʿ is not merely physical movements, but deep awareness of standing before Allah.

• True believers are described as those who humble themselves in prayer (Al-Mu’minūn 23:1–2).

Practice: Perform Ṣalāh with awareness that it is a dialogue with Allah, not a routine action.

• Impact of Ṣalāh with Khushūʿ

• Strengthens relationship with Allah.

• Shapes inner character (akhlāq).

• Prevents sinful and immoral behaviour.

• Helps believers seek strength through patience and prayer (Al-Baqarah 2:45).

Practice: Let prayer influence life beyond the prayer mat.

🌿 Virtues Built Through Ṣalāh with Khushūʿ

• Al-Ṭāʿah (Submission & Loyalty)

• Obedience to Allah with sincerity.

• Acceptance of Allah’s commands.

• Builds discipline and consistency.

• The closest moment to Allah is during sujūd.

Practice: Obey Allah willingly, not out of habit.

• Al-Jihād (Striving in the Path of Allah)

• Inner struggle against laziness and distractions.

• Consistency in prayer strengthens self-control.

• Allah guides those who strive sincerely (Al-ʿAnkabūt 29:69).

Practice: Fight distractions and protect the quality of Ṣalāh.

• Muḥāsabah (Self-Reflection)

• Evaluating actions and intentions.

• Prayer as a moment of self-check.

• Awareness of sins and personal shortcomings.

Practice: Use Ṣalāh as a time to reflect and return to Allah.

• ʿIffah (Modesty & Self-Restraint)

• Guarding oneself from sinful actions.

• Moral integrity inside and outside prayer.

• True Ṣalāh restrains shameful and unjust deeds (Al-ʿAnkabūt 29:45).

Practice: Let prayer shape daily choices and behaviour.

• Tawaḍḍuʿ (Humility)

• Recognising total dependence on Allah.

• Removing pride and arrogance.

• Sujūd symbolises complete humility.

• Allah raises those who humble themselves for Him.

Practice: Approach Ṣalāh with a heart free from arrogance.

🌸 Reflection

This usrah reminded me that Ṣalāh with khushūʿ is the soul of prayer. When prayer is performed with sincerity and presence of heart, it nurtures obedience, self-discipline, humility, and moral strength. Ṣalāh is not only something we perform — it is something we live.

khushūʿ transforms both the heart and actions, drawing us closer to Allah in every aspect of life.

We learned its meaning and purpose, as well as how it helps us grow closer to Allah by developing taqwa, patience, and mercy. Our naqibah explained every detail step by step, which made the session very easy to understand. Although the topic was not unfamiliar to us, her explanation added more depth to our understanding. The best part after the usrah was, of course, taking pictures together with our usrah family. This time, everyone participated in the usrah session, alhamdulillah.

_{🌟 Key Lessons from Fasting}

_{• The Ayah on Fasting}

• _{Fasting is prescribed for believers as it was for those before us.}

• _{The purpose of fasting is to develop taqwa (mindfulness of Allah).}

• _{Taqwa means being careful to avoid what displeases Allah.}

• _{Practice: Control desires, be mindful of Allah, and improve daily behaviour.}

_{• True Meaning of Fasting}

• _{Fasting is not only avoiding food and drink.}

• _{We must also avoid lying, bad conduct, and sins.}

• _{Good character is an important part of fasting.}

• _{Practice: Guard our tongue, actions, and manners.}

_{• Virtues of Fasting}

_{Sabr (Patience) & Self-Restraint}

• _{Patience in obeying Allah.}

• _{Patience in staying away from sins.}

• _{Patience during trials and challenges.}

_{Levels of Fasting (Imam Al-Ghazali):}

• _{Minimum: Refrain from eating, drinking, and desires.}

• _{Intermediary: Protect eyes, tongue, ears, and hands from sin.}

• _{Optimal: Guard the heart from distractions away from Allah.}

• _{Practice: Try to reach higher levels of fasting by improving both actions and heart.}

_{• Rahmah (Mercy & Empathy)}

• _{Fasting helps us feel the struggles of others.}

• _{Encourages sharing food and helping those who fast.}

• _{Feeding someone who is fasting gives equal reward.}

• _{Practice: Show kindness, help others, and share meals.}

  
  

_{🌼 Reflection}

_{This session reminded me that fasting is not just about hunger, but about improving my character and strengthening my relationship with Allah. By practising patience, controlling my actions, and showing mercy to others, I can increase my taqwa and become closer to Allah every day.}

_{fasting means practising, not only knowing. By living with sabr, rahmah, and taqwa, I can grow spiritually and become a better Muslim}

We learned the meaning of zakah, its purpose, and how it plays an important role in shaping both our spiritual and social lives as Muslims. Our naqibah also highlighted the importance of sadaqah for the Palestinian people, the Sudanese people, and others in countries that have been severely affected by hardship. She addressed a question that is often asked: “Why do we help people in other countries when there are still many poor people in our own country?”

Her answer was truly remarkable and left a deep impact on my heart. She explained that while it is true that there are people in need in our own country, we can clearly see and compare who is facing greater suffering and more urgent hardship. This made me reflect more deeply and become more aware of the responsibility we have to care about what is happening in the world around us.

🌟 Key Lessons from Zakah and Sadaqah

• Meaning of Zakah

• Linguistically, zakah means growth, purification, and blessing.

• Technically, it refers to a compulsory act of worship involving wealth, given to specific recipients.

• Zakah shows that ibadah in Islam includes spiritual, social, and material aspects.

• Zakah as a Pillar of Islam

• Zakah is the third pillar of Islam after shahadah and salah.

• It is often mentioned together with prayer in the Qur’an, showing its importance.

• It purifies wealth and strengthens social responsibility among Muslims.

• Virtue of Tawakkul (Reliance on Allah)

• Giving zakah teaches Muslims to rely on Allah SWT rather than their wealth.

• It reflects trust in Allah’s promise that He will replace and multiply what is given sincerely.

• Virtue of Ukhuwwah (Brotherhood)

• Zakah strengthens the bond of brotherhood among Muslims.

• It reduces selfishness and encourages care, empathy, and unity within the community.

• It connects our relationship with Allah (vertical) and with others (horizontal).

  
  

🌼 Reflection
This usrah reminded me that zakah is not just an obligation, but a means to purify the heart and build a caring society. By practising zakah and sadaqah sincerely, I learn to rely more on Allah SWT, detach myself from materialism, and strengthen my sense of responsibility towards others. Through this, I can grow closer to Allah and contribute to the well-being of the ummah.

Zakah purifies our wealth, strengthens our faith, and unites our hearts as one ummah.

Some of the topics in usrah for Semester 2 may be repeated for others, but for me, it serves as a meaningful opportunity to revise and gain a deeper understanding of them. I am not saying that by attending usrah this semester I will instantly become a better person, but through usrah, I am able to continuously strengthen my understanding. Through this process, I hope to gradually create a path that leads me to become a better person and to confidently share the knowledge I gain with others, insyaAllah.

Usrah not only improves my communication skills but also allows me to express myself more confidently. It has also become a platform for me to learn new things. I would like to emphasise the phrase “new things” because our naqibah is truly an amazing person who shares valuable knowledge and insightful ideas. Through her explanations, I realised that I had limited my understanding to only a small exposure to these topics during my childhood.

The first topic discussed in usrah left a deep and lasting impact on my life, which is the acquisition of ḥikmah. It made me realise that everything that has happened and will happen in the future is part of Allah’s plan. As human beings, we should remain patient and learn gradually, while using a sharp and thoughtful mind to understand the ḥikmah behind every moment in our lives.

Lastly, although this is a reflection, I would like to express my appreciation to my naqibah, Sr Qistina. She has always helped us understand every detail clearly and consistently greeted us with a warm smile. Her personality and teaching style make it much easier for us to absorb new knowledge, and they have undoubtedly created a meaningful and memorable experience for us throughout Usrah Semester 2.