Name: Fathiyya Athirah Binti Faizal Rizal

Matrics number : 251835

Hometown : Kuantan , Pahang

Secondary School : SMK Abdul Rahman Talib

Course : Medicine

Contact number : 012-5653550

E-mail : fathiyyahathirah@gmail.com

Usrah assistant : Sr Farha

Usrah group : Group 34

Yep, my ambition is to become a doctor, despite not having any doctors in my family. My dream of studying UIA actually started way back in Form1 when I joined the Young Doctors Program at UIA Kuantan in 2020. Since that day, UIA has always been my first choice and Alhamdulillah, here I am. As someone who's very family-oriented and loves to sleep when I have extra time I do actually sometimes find myself contemplating whether my decision to become a doctor is right or not. But as time goes by, I've come to realise the real reason why I choose this journey. I aspire to become the kind of person that people can rely on, the person who finds joy in helping others . I dream of being someone who brings a smile to someone's face and makes them forget about the hardships they were going through, even just for a moment. People often asked me "Are you ready for the endless studying?". From my perspective, I actually finds comfort in learning new things, knowing that one day my knowledge could be use to save someone's life. Last but not least, my usrah sessions !! Honestly I look forward to them because it feels like a refreshing two-hour break every week as it’s a chance for me to learn more deeply about the Qur’an and reflect on how to let it shape my life throughout my journey in seeking knowledge. It’s like a spiritual recharge that I really treasure :>

Prayer

Ṣolāh builds constant awareness of Allah and helps prevent immoral behaviour while strengthening obedience.

• Builds sincerity (ikhlas)

• Increases remembrance of Allah

• Strengthens discipline and taqwa

Fasting

Ṣawm trains self-control and develops taqwa, empathy, and closeness to Allah.

• Reminds that Allah always observes us

• Weakens Shaytan’s influence

• Encourages worship and good deeds

Zakāh (Charity)

Zakāh purifies wealth and the heart, encouraging generosity and care for others.

• Reduces greed and selfishness

• Cleanses sins and bad traits

• Helps and supports the needy

(Pilgrimage)

Ḥajj teaches discipline, patience, and obedience to Allah’s commands.

• Avoid indecent acts and arguments

• Practice self-control

• Focus on worship and good deeds

This usrah strengthened my faith and helped me realise that iman must be practiced daily, not only learned. It made me more mindful that Allah always sees my actions and that angels record them. I am now more motivated to pray consistently, read the Qur’an with understanding, remember Allah often, and practice good character in my daily life.

Virtues Found in Ṣalāh with Khushūʿ

• Meaning of khushūʿ as presence of heart and mind before Allah during Ṣalāh

• Calmness, humility, and full attentiveness in prayer

• Ṣalāh as more than physical movements; it involves inner sincerity

• Strengthening the relationship between a servant and Allah

• Shaping inner character (akhlāq) and self-discipline

• Preventing sinful behaviour and increasing consciousness of Allah

• Training obedience and submission to Allah’s commands

• Encouraging struggle against laziness and distractions

• Promoting consistency in worship and daily responsibilities

• Cultivating self-reflection (muḥāsabah) and awareness of one’s actions

• Developing modesty, self-restraint, and moral integrity

• Instilling humility through sujūd and recognition of dependence on Allah

• Building a strong Islamic personality and strengthening īmān

• Transforming Ṣalāh into a way of life, not merely an obligation

This usrah session truly touched my heart and strengthened my faith. I really appreciated how Ustazah explained the topic in a clear and structured manner, making it easy to understand and reflect upon. The discussion reminded me that Ṣalāh with khushūʿ is not only about fulfilling an obligation, but about building character and nurturing a sincere relationship with Allah. Since this session, I feel more motivated to improve the quality of my Ṣalāh, be more mindful during worship, and apply its teachings in my daily actions.

• Ability to understand Allah’s commands and act upon them

• Acquired through sincere ʿibādah

Ḥikmah and ʿIbādah

• Developed through humility and devotion

• Requires correct niyyah (intention)

• Worship purifies the heart

Niyyah

• Actions judged by intention

• Must be sincere for Allah alone

• Requires clarity and consistency

Amal

• Performing good deeds and worship

• Done with sincerity and consistency

Iḥsān

• Worship Allah as if seeing Him

• Practice virtues like patience and humility

This usrah session reminded me that ḥikmah is gained through sincere worship, correct intention, and consistent good deeds. It helped me understand that wisdom is not only knowledge, but the ability to live according to what I know. I feel more motivated to improve my intention and strive for excellence in my worship.

• Prescribed for believers

• Also prescribed for previous nations

• Aimed at developing taqwa

• Strengthens faith and mindfulness of Allah

Meaning of Taqwa

• Awareness and consciousness of Allah

• Protecting oneself from sin

• Being cautious in actions and choices

Virtues of Fasting

Sabr and Self Restraint

• Patience in obeying Allah

• Patience in avoiding prohibited acts

• Patience in facing trials

Levels of Fasting (Al Ghazali)

• Minimum refraining from food drink and desires

• Intermediary controlling body parts from sin

• Optimal protecting the heart from worldly distractions

Rahmah

• Develops empathy through hunger and thirst

• Encourages helping and feeding others

• Builds compassion and generosity

This usrah session reminded me that fasting is not only about abstaining from food and drink, but about building taqwa patience and compassion. It helped me understand that true fasting involves controlling the body and the heart. I feel more motivated to improve the quality of my fasting and strive for a higher spiritual level.

• Zakah means growth, purification, and blessing

• A compulsory act of worship involving wealth

• Not a tax system, but spiritual purification

Importance

• Third pillar of Islam

• Often mentioned together with prayer

• Shows its great significance in Islam

Virtues of Zakah

Tawakkul

• Builds reliance and trust in Allah

• Shows detachment from wealth

• Belief that Allah will replace and increase what is given

Ukhuwwah

• Strengthens brotherhood

• Reduces selfishness

• Promotes unity and care for the needy

Conclusion

• Strengthens relationship with Allah

• Builds social responsibility

• Encourages generosity and compassion

This session reminded me that zakah is not just giving wealth, but a way to purify the heart and strengthen trust in Allah. It teaches reliance, brotherhood, and social care. It motivates me to give sincerely and understand its spiritual and social impact.

After finishing all the tasks, I feel relieved and accomplished. I also feel grateful because completing them helped me understand the topic more deeply and reflect on how I can improve myself spiritually and personally.