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Khusyuk in salah means to humble oneself and focus entirely on Allah, with calm and composed movements during prayer. It brings many benefits, such as raising one’s rank, bringing blessings and allowing a person to taste the sweetness of worship. Khusyuk also acts as a shield against sin, strengthens moral character and protects us from bad behavior by constantly reminding us of Allah. It brings peace to the heart and mind, helping us face life’s challenges with patience and trust. It enhances sincerity and humility, ensuring that the prayer is truly for Allah alone. A heart filled with khusyuk also encourages positive behavior outside of prayer. This is supported by the Quranic verse : “Successful indeed are the believers – those who humble themselves in prayer.” (Surah Al-Mu’minun, 23:1–2)

Qur’an (Al-‘Ankabūt 29:45) :

• Prayer stops people from doing bad and shameful things.

• Remembering Allah (through prayer) is the greatest thing.

• Allah knows what we do.

Tafsir Al-Azhar (Buya Hamka) :

• Prayer protects us from bad actions, like a shield or circle.

• The effect of one prayer continues until the next (like Subuh to Zuhur and so on).

• True prayer helps a person become kind, avoid sins and have good character.

• If a person prays but still does bad things, the prayer is not correct.

• Prayer also helps people be generous and not greedy, like how we say “Allahu Akbar” and “Salam” in prayer.

Qur’an (Al-Baqarah 2:183) :

• Fasting is made wajib (compulsory) so that we can become people with taqwa (fear and love of Allah).

Tafsir Al-Azhar (Buya Hamka) :

• Fasting means to stop ourselves (from eating, drinking, desires).

• Fasting existed even before Islam (Jews, Hindus, Buddhists, Romans also fasted).

• Fasting trains us to control ourselves, even when alone.

• We stop eating halal food to learn how to avoid haram things.

• Two strong desires (food and lust) must be controlled or else we act like animals.

• Fasting helps us be patient and strong in our soul.

• Real fasting is not just hunger, but to clean the heart, control the nafs (desires) and get closer to Allah.

Qur’an (At-Taubah 9:103) :

• Take zakat from their wealth, it will clean and purify them.

• The Prophet’s prayer brings peace to those who give.

Tafsir Al-Azhar (Buya Hamka) :

• Zakat is not just about money, it cleans the heart from greed and love for the world.

• It also cleans the wealth, making it more blessed.

• Wealth without zakat is like dirty water, it becomes harmful.

• Zakat teaches us to care for others and not be selfish.

• It helps build a peaceful and caring society.

• Zakat should be managed by trusted leaders, not only given alone.

• The Prophet’s prayer for zakat givers gives spiritual peace.

• Zakat also fights poverty, wealth is shared, not only among the rich.

• A society that gives zakat would not need to depend on capitalism or foreign help.

Qur’an (Al-Baqarah 2:197) :

• During hajj, do not say dirty words (rafath), do not do sins (fusuq) and do not fight (jidal).

• Do good as Allah knows it.

• Prepare yourselves, the best preparation is taqwa.

• Be mindful of Allah, O people of understanding.

Tafsir Al-Azhar (Buya Hamka) :

• Hajj happens in the months of Syawal, Zulkaedah and the start of Zulhijjah.

• Hajj needs clear niat (intention) and preparation, not just on the day itself.

• Three main things must be avoided :

  1. Rafath : dirty talk or bad words.

  2. Fusuq : doing sins like lying, gossip, stealing.

  3. Jidal : arguing or fighting during hajj.

• Hajj teaches patience and good behavior, not ego or showing off.

• Even small good deeds are seen by Allah.

• Real hajj is not only physical acts (tawaf, sa’i), but also about the heart and attitude.

• Many prepare bags and clothes, but forget to prepare their soul.

• Best hajj is when a person returns with taqwa, not just with things.

• Hajj needs deep thinking, patience and sincerity.

Khusyu' means being focused, humble and calm during solat.

Qur’anic Evidence :
“Successful indeed are the believers. Those who have khusyu’ in their prayers.” (Al-Mu’minun: 1–2)

1. Purification (Taharah) :

   • Wudhu’ is required for solat to be valid, all body parts must be washed properly.

   • If water is not available (due to sickness or travel), tayammum is allowed.

2. Clean Clothes and Place :

   • Clothes and the prayer space must be clean from any impurities (najis) and proper aurah (modesty) must be covered.

3. Intention and Timing :

   • Solat must be done sincerely for Allah and performed at the right time, preferably at the beginning of the time.

Physical Pillars (Rukun Fi'li)

1. Intention (niyyah)

2. Standing upright (for those able)

3. Opening takbir (Takbiratul Ihram)

4. Reciting Surah Al-Fatihah

5. Bowing (ruku')

6. Standing up after bowing (i’tidal)

7. Prostration (sujud)

8. Sitting between two prostrations

9. Final sitting (tashahhud akhir)

10. Reciting final tashahhud

11. Sending blessings upon Prophet Muhammad and Prophet Ibrahim’s family (salawat)

12. Ending the solat with salam

13. Performing actions in correct order (tertib)

Verbal Pillars (Rukun Qauli)

These include :

1. Takbiratul Ihram (opening takbir)

2. Reciting Surah Al-Fatihah

3. Reciting the final tashahhud

4. Ending salam

Each verbal pillar must be said in a voice loud enough that you can hear yourself.

Conditions That Make Salah Obligatory (Wajib) :

• Being Muslim

• Reaching puberty

• Being of sound mind

• Free from menstruation and postnatal bleeding (for women)

Conditions for Valid Salah (Sah) :

• Covering aurah

• Ensuring it is time for the prayer

• Facing the Qiblah

• Being clean from minor and major impurities

• No impurities (najis) on the body, clothes or prayer space

When Travelling (Musafir) :

• Qasar : Shortening number of rakaat

• Jama’ : Combining two prayers into one time

When Sick :

1. Pray while sitting normally

2. Pray sitting on a chair

3. Pray lying on the side

4. Pray lying on the back

5. Pray by moving the eyes

6. Pray by imagining in the heart

• Pray at the beginning of its time

• Be clean from all impurities

• Perform wudhu’ properly

• Understand and reflect on the meanings of the recitations

• Pray as if it is your last prayer

• Feel humble and small before Allah

• The word “Jihad” comes from jahada, which means to strive or exert effort.

• In Islam, it means to give your full effort for Allah’s cause.

• This includes fighting against your own evil desires and striving to be a better Muslim.

• In Salah with khusyu', a person practices Jihad An-Nafs, struggling to obey Allah even when it is difficult or against one’s desires.

Example : Uthman R.A said the Prophet ﷺ mentioned that whoever makes wudhu’ like him and prays two rakaat with full concentration (no distraction), Allah will forgive all his past sins.

• Many people think Jihad only means fighting, but that is only one part of it.

• Jihad also includes protecting the weak and striving for moral and spiritual improvement.

• Iffah means controlling yourself from sinful actions, words, or thoughts out of obedience to Allah.

• It includes :

  1. Dressing and speaking modestly.

  2. Avoiding sins like zina, gossip, or lying.

  3. Saying “no” to desires even when no one is watching because Allah is watching.

“Whoever fears Allah, He will make a way out for him.” (Qur’an 65:2)
The Prophet ﷺ said : “Whoever seeks to be chaste, Allah will help him to remain chaste.”

Why is Iffah Important?

• It shows taqwa (God-consciousness).

• Protects a person's honour (izzah).

• Builds inner strength and trains the ego (nafs).

Examples of Iffah in Real Life :

1. Lowering your gaze from haram content.

2. Dressing modestly with a humble heart.

3. Not joining gossip or drama.

4. Avoiding haram relationships.

5. Saying “no” to temptation, even in private.

1. Muhasabah (Self-Reflection)

   • Muhasabah means checking and evaluating yourself based on your faith and actions.

   • It helps you improve spiritually, get closer to Allah and live a better life.

2. Muhasabah in Salah

   • Before Salah : Check your intention, is it only for Allah?

   • During Salah : Monitor your focus. If distracted, bring your attention back.

   • Quality of Salah : Think about whether you prayed with understanding and humility.

   • During Sujud (prostration) : Reflect on your sins and ask Allah for forgiveness.

   • After Salah : Review your performance, make intentions to improve and give thanks to Allah.

   • Consistency : Make muhasabah a regular habit to stay connected with Allah.

• Comes from the Arabic root letters Ta, Wau, Ayn.

• It means to obey, especially obeying Allah’s commands.

• In Salah, a person shows ta’ah by following all commands sincerely.

• Tawaddu’ is being humble before Allah during Salah.

• It helps us remember Allah’s greatness and our need for Him.

Why Is Tawaddu’ Important in Salah?

1. Acknowledging Allah’s Greatness :
   We are weak and in need of His mercy.

2. Softens the Heart :
   Makes us reflect on our mistakes and seek forgiveness.

3. Brings Khusyu’ :
   True focus (khusyu') in Salah needs humility of the heart.

4. Spiritual Growth and Reward :
   Allah loves those who come to Him with a humble heart.

   “The most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous.” (Qur’an 49:13)

1. Closeness to Allah SWT

Fasting helps us grow spiritually and become closer to Allah by :

• Reading and reflecting on the Qur’an (day and night)

• Praying Taraweeh in congregation

• Attending gatherings of knowledge

• Performing Umrah (for those able)

• Doing I’tikaf (seclusion) in the last 10 days of Ramadan

2. Builds Patience and Willpower

   • Fasting teaches self-control by avoiding food, drink and desires.

   • Allah mentions patience more than 70 times in the Qur’an.

   • A fasting person learns to resist temptations, this helps in becoming strong, disciplined and committed to the Qur’an and Sunnah.

This strength is needed to face life’s challenges and stay firm in faith.

3. Saves Time and Reduces Worldly Distractions

Fasting also helps us become more focused and productive :

• Less time is spent sleeping or eating excessively

• Fewer bathroom breaks or distractions from food

Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet ﷺ said :
“If a person does not give up lying and sinful actions while fasting, Allah is not in need of him giving up food and drink.” (Bukhari, Muslim)

This shows fasting is not just physical, it must come with good character.

4. Strengthens Muslim Unity

Fasting brings the ummah (Muslim community) together through :

• Fasting at the same time

• Breaking fast (iftar) together

• Performing mass prayers (like Taraweeh)

• Sharing meals at community iftars

• Helping others and giving zakat (charity)

These actions increase love, unity and care between Muslims.

• The word “Zakat” in Arabic means blessing, growth, purification and increase.

• Zakat is an obligatory act of giving a portion of one’s wealth to those who are eligible.

• It must be taken from lawful (halal) sources and given to those in need.

Qur’an (2:267) :
“O you who believe! Spend from the good things you have earned, and from what We have produced for you from the earth...”

Hadith (Abu Daud) :
“The Prophet ﷺ commanded us to give zakat from our business assets.”

According to the Qur’an, 8 groups of people are eligible :

1. Fakir – extremely poor

2. Miskin – people who have some means but still need help

3. Amil – zakat collectors

4. Muallaf – new Muslims needing support

5. Riqab – people in bondage or slavery

6. Gharimin – Muslims in debt

7. Fisabilillah – those striving in Allah’s path

8. Ibnus Sabil – stranded travelers

• The word “Sadaqah” which means truthfulness.

• Sadaqah is voluntary charity, given sincerely to help those in need, without expecting anything in return.

• It includes :

  • Helping the poor.

  • Supporting family members.

  • Donating for Islamic causes.

  • Any small act of kindness done sincerely for Allah SWT.

1. Tawakkul (Trust in Allah SWT)

For the Giver :

• Giving wealth shows trust in Allah’s promise to provide more.

• The Prophet ﷺ said :

  “Charity does not decrease wealth.” (Sahih Muslim)

  
  

• It teaches that wealth is a test and a trust (amanah) from Allah.

• Real rizq (sustenance) comes from Allah, not from hoarding.

For the Receiver :

• Accepting help humbly builds faith in Allah’s care.

• They learn that hard times are temporary and Allah can send support in unexpected ways.

Zakat helps remove fear of poverty from both the giver and the receiver, replacing it with peace, contentment and trust in Allah’s plan.

2. Ukhwah (Brotherhood and Unity)

• Zakat and sadaqah connect the rich and the poor :

  • No one looks down on others, everyone is part of one ummah.

  • It breaks social barriers and ends class divisions.

• Creates empathy and compassion :

  • Helping someone in need makes us understand their pain.

  • Builds a society based on mercy (rahmah) and excellence (ihsan).

• Softens the heart :

  • Regular giving prevents pride and selfishness.

  • Reminds us : “What affects one Muslim should matter to us all.”

The Prophet ﷺ said :
“The believers are like one body — if one part is in pain, the whole body suffers.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

Through zakat and sadaqah, Islam builds a community of care where every person matters.

• Hikmah is an Arabic word usually translated as wisdom or philosophy.

• In Islam, it refers to the ability to comprehend the true nature of things and act accordingly.

• It is a valuable quality that can be developed through ibadah (worship) and sincere devotion to Allah SWT.

According to scholars :

• Ibn Qutaiba : Hikmah is a blend of knowledge and action.

• Ibn Zayd : It means understanding Allah’s commands.

• Rabi bin Anas : It also includes fear of Allah (taqwa).

Eliza Tasbihi (2014) :
“Hikmah is the ability to discern the truth and act accordingly.”

• Ibadah is not just about physical acts, it is also about inner qualities too.

• When we worship sincerely, with humility and devotion, we start to gain Hikmah.

• Proper intention (niyyah) during acts like salah, fasting and charity helps us develop wisdom.

Example : Praying with focus and sincerity helps train the heart and mind to be more aware and wise.

Hadith :
“Wisdom is the lost property of the believer ; wherever he finds it, he has the most right to it.”
(Jami’ al-Tirmidhi 2687)

• This hadith shows that wisdom is essential for every believer.

• Muslims should seek knowledge and truth, wherever it may be found.

• Helps Muslims understand Islam more deeply.

• Encourages them to live according to its teachings.

• Builds important traits like :

  1. Humility

  2. Sincerity

  3. Devotion

  4. Sound judgment

• Hikmah Pedagogy (Suhailah et al., 2021) is a way of teaching that :

  1. Builds higher-order thinking.

  2. Improves independent thinking.

  3. Helps students apply Islamic values in real life.

This shows that education is one path to gaining hikmah, especially when it connects knowledge with spiritual growth.

1. Niyyah (Intention)

“Verily, actions are judged by intentions.”
(Hadith)

• Niyyah means doing something for the sake of Allah.

• Without the right intention, even good deeds may not be accepted.

Tips for correct niyyah :

1. Sincerity – Do it only for Allah

2. Purity – No hidden motives

3. Clarity – Know what you are doing

4. Focus – Avoid distractions

5. Consistency – Keep your intention strong throughout

2. Amal (Good Deeds)

• Amal means performing acts of worship and doing good.

• Includes :

  1. Salah (prayer)

  2. Zakat (charity)

  3. Fasting

  4. Hajj

  5. Kindness to others

Important : Deeds must be done sincerely and done consistently, not just once in a while.

3. Ehsan (Excellence in Character)

• Ehsan includes good traits like :

  1. Compassion

  2. Honesty

  3. Humility

  4. Patience

Steps to acquire Ehsan :

1. Be aware of its importance.

2. Understand what it looks like in daily life.

3. Practice it regularly.

4. Reflect on your behavior.

5. Internalize it until it becomes part of your personality.

Ehsan helps purify the heart and brings a person closer to hikmah.

• Definition : Fasting means to stop yourself from eating, drinking, and marital relations from dawn until sunset to obey Allah SWT.

• Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam.

“O you who believe, fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you so that you may become God-conscious.” (Qur’an 2:183)

• The obligation to fast was revealed in the second year of Hijrah in Madinah.

• Ramadan is the month for obligatory fasting. Other optional fasts (Sunnah) are practiced throughout the year.

• All adult, sane Muslims must fast in Ramadan.