• Belief in Allah- Believing in the oneness of Allah (Tawhid), accepting that He has no partners, children, or equals and believing in His names and attributes.

  
  

• Belief in Angels- Believing in the existence of angels created from light, understanding their roles, like Munkar and Nakir are assigned to ask us questions in the grave.

• Belief in Holy Books- Belief there are four divine books, given to humanity through prophets. They are:

  Taurat – Given to Prophet Musa (Moses).

  Zabur – Given to Prophet Dawud (David).

  Injil – Given to Prophet Isa (Jesus).

  Al-Quran – The final and unchanged revelation given to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

• Belief in Prophets & Messengers- Believing in all the prophets, from Adam to Muhammad ﷺ, uderstanding that they were chosen to guide peopleand prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the last messenger.

• Belief in the Hereafter- Accepting that life after death is real and will happen. Believing in Qiyamah, Hisab, paradise and hell. And other ghaib things, that will happen.

• Belief in Qada' and Qadar- Accepting that everything happens by Allah’s will and understanding that humans have free will, but Allah’s knowledge and power encompass all things.

1. Iman – Belief in kiamah is one of the six pillars of Iman. A true believer accepts that they will be responsible for their actions in the afterlife. Hence, they'll be more alert and does everything mindfully.

2. Ihsan – The awareness of kiamah encourages Ihsan, as a person strives to worship Allah sincerely and do good, knowing they will be judged.

• We talk about the signs more, since it was the material given. They are two types of signs, small and big.

• Small signs: Increase in killings and violence, dishonesty and broken trusts increases and moral decay and widespread sins.

• Big signs: The emergence of Dajjal , he descent of Prophet Isa and The emergence of Ya’juj and Ma’juj.

• Adab with parents requires showing them respect, obedience, and kindness. We should speak to them gently, care for them, and pray for their well-being, both in life and in the hereafter. Seeking their blessings is important, as their redha leads to Allah’s redha.

  
  

• Adab with neighbours involves being kind, helpful, and considerate. We must avoid causing harm, respect their privacy, and foster good relations through sharing and patience. We must concern about the well- being of our neighbour and help them if they need help.

  
  

• In society, good manners include honesty, trustworthiness, and avoiding harmful speech like backbiting. Greeting others warmly, helping those in need, following laws, and maintaining cleanliness are also part of Islamic etiquette. Practicing these values strengthens relationships and promotes harmony in life.

• We also share our experience and methods to build stronger ukhuwwah within the society.

I'm their facilitator and they never give me hard times to work together. They did the tasks on time, follow the rules given and ask me questions they don't understand.

I'm very lucky to be assigned with such great teammates. We learnt a lot of new things together, from different perspectives and I hope that we are able to create more memories together in the upcoming semester. ❤️

So, what is khusyu’?
It’s not a pillar (rukun) of prayer, but it’s what gives solat its soul. We learned that khusyu' means praying with:

• Focus

• Calmness

• Humility

• And most importantly, awareness that we’re talking directly to Allah

It’s not just about standing and reciting — it’s about feeling the prayer.

We discussed simple but powerful steps:

• Understand what we’re reciting

• Pray on time — delays = distractions

• Make proper wuduk

Here’s where it gets beautiful:

• Khusyuk' is a mirror of your heart — the state of your prayer often reflects the state of your soul

• It trains us in discipline, mindfulness, and emotional control

• It’s also protection — the Qur’an says, “Indeed, successful are the believers. Those who perform their prayers with khushu'…” (Surah al-Mu’minun 23:1–2). So it’s not just about praying, but praying with presence.

• Taat - We learned that true khusyu’ starts with taat. It’s more than just obeying — it’s about surrendering.

• Jihad - Salah is a form of jihad. Not the physical fight, but the internal battle. Staying focused, resisting distraction, fighting laziness, or was-was, that's all part of it. Praying with khusyu’ is a daily act of resilience.

• Muhasabah - Prayer gives space to pause and reflect/muhasabah. We ask ourselves: "How's my relationship with Allah?” Khusyu’ lets us check in with our soul. Without that presence, we just go through the motions.

• Iffah - Iffah is a quiet strength, pulling yourself away from what’s wrong, not just because you’re told to, but because your heart says no.

• Tawaddu' - Sujud, for example, is tawadduʿ in action. No pride, no ego. Just you, broken and honest before your Creator.

• Sabr - Fasting trains our patience. With hunger, with people, with our own impulses. It’s a full-day reminder that we can hold back and stay calm, even when it’s tough.

• Takrim - When we fast, we naturally become more mindful of our words, our actions, and how we treat others. It nurtures that inner dignity and teaches us to show respect not just to others, but to the ibadah itself.

• Rahmah - Hunger softens the heart. Fasting reminds us of others’ struggles and builds empathy. You feel more compassionate and more willing to smile, forgive, and give.

• Tawakkul (Reliance on Allah)

Giving away money isn’t easy, but zakat teaches us to let go and trust. We’re reminded that rizq comes from Allah, not from what we hold onto. Every ringgit you give is a reminder that you're relying on His promise, not your paycheck.

• Ukhuwwah (Brotherhood)

Whether it’s zakat or sadaqah, giving builds bonds. It’s not just charity — it’s community. We support each other, close the gaps between rich and poor, and grow in empathy. It’s how the ummah stays connected.

• Al-Tadhiyyah - sacrifice

From leaving home to walking under the hot sun, the Hajj is full of sacrifice. It reminds us of Prophet Ibrahim’s story — letting go of what you love most for Allah. Whether it’s money, comfort, or time, Hajj teaches us: true love means we are willing to sacrifice, even the things we love the most.

• Taqwa - God-consciousness

Everything in Hajj pulls you closer to Allah. The clothes (ihram), the tawaf, the du’a at Arafah. You’re in constant awareness that Allah is near, watching and listening. That’s taqwa in action — living every moment for Him.

• Salah – Surah Al-ʿAnkabūt (29:45)
  "Indeed, prayer restrains from immorality and wrongdoing."
  This verse shows that ṣalāh isn’t just physical movement — it’s a shield. When done properly, it builds discipline and keeps us from actions that displease Allah.

• Sawm – Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183)
  "Fasting is prescribed... so that you may attain taqwā."
  Fasting is about more than hunger — it's training for the soul. It teaches us self-restraint and makes us more aware of Allah in everything we do.

• Zakat – Surah Al-Tawbah (9:103)
  "Take from their wealth a charity... to purify and cleanse them."
  Zakat purifies wealth, but also the heart. It reminds us that giving is not losing — it's a way to cleanse ourselves from greed and grow in compassion.

• Hajj – Surah Al-Baqarah (2:197)
  "...And whatever good you do – Allah knows it. And take provisions, but the best provision is taqwā."
  Ḥajj is a journey of sacrifice and remembrance. It teaches patience, humility, and the importance of preparing our hearts with taqwā — the real provision that matters.

Matric: 241106

Course: BEN

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My Quranic quote: Indeed, it is We Who created humankind and fully know what their souls whisper to them, and We are closer to them than their jugular vein. (50:16)

• I enjoy learning new things 📚, especially if they're related to cultures 🌏 and beliefs ☪️. I wish to travel ⛵ a lot to see the beautiful things Allah created 🌄, meet new people 🤝, and try new foods 🍽️!

• I like the colour blue 💙, cotton clothing 👕, mutton 🍖, biscuits 🍪, fresh drink 🧃, and strawberry flavored food 🍓 (not the fruit)