Name : Farah Izzati binti Md Isa

Age :19

Hometown : Baling, Kedah

Secondary school : MRSM Pengkalan Hulu

Matric No : 241654

Mahallah : Azdah

Date Of Birth : 01/11/2006

Course : Allied Health Science

Email : farahizzati717@gmail.com

Instagram : farahhizzati__

Facilitator : Sister Nurafrina

Usrah group : 32

Hobby : Listening to music

1. Inner Peace and Contentment

When we align our actions with the purpose of pleasing Allah, we experience peace in our hearts. Sincere amal help us to stay calm, clean, and full of clarity.

2. Leads to Personal Discipline and Growth

• Practicing correct amal helps us develop good habits, like saying Alhamdulillah whenever something good happens. These positive actions remind us of Allah and bring us closer to Him.

• Knowing that Allah is always watching us gives us the strength to avoid bad behavior and control our desires. Over time, this builds our character and helps us grow spiritually.

  
  

3. Strengthens Iman

Doing correct amal regularly, like praying, giving charity, or being honest, strengthens our faith. These actions help us stay connected to Allah and become part of who we are. The more we do good, the more our faith grows and our hearts remain guided and firm in Islam.

4. Sharing Sincerity to Allah SWT

Correct amal must be done with the right intention, not for attention, praise, or rewards from others. It should be done only to seek Allah’s pleasure. Worshiping as if Allah is watching us helps us stay focused and sincere in everything we do.

5. Represent the Real Image of Islam

By doing good deeds like helping others, especially those in need regardless of race or religion, we show the true values of Islam which is compassion, mercy, and kindness. For example, feeding a hungry non-Muslim neighbor is a way of showing Islam’s concern for all of humanity.

6. Pleasing Allah

Ultimately, the goal of every good amal is to earn Allah’s pleasure. As mentioned in Surah al-Baqarah (2:207), Allah praises those who dedicate their lives to Him. These people choose to live for Allah’s sake, and in return, Allah is ever kind and gracious to them.

There are three main component in order to ensure that our Ibadah brings true benefits.

The three main components are :

1. Setting the Right Niyyah :

   Every act o worship must begin with the right niyyah as Prophet Muhammad PBUH said that actions are judged by its intention. By keeping a sincere niyyah, Muslim can stay focus in performing Ibadah and the goal can be achieved easily.

   
   

2. Applying Right Amal :

   Right ʿamal means practicing worship as taught by the Qur’an and Sunnah. Worship must follow the correct method like praying with the correct actions and recitations, fasting properly, or giving zakat with the right conditions. Practicing the right ʿamal also includes doing it with excellence and care, not rushing or doing it lazily.

   
   

3. Internalising the Iḥsān (Positive Virtues) :

   Iḥsān means doing something as if Allah is watching you with full sincerity and quality. True Ibadah can brings out good character traits. A person who truly benefits from Ibadah will be kind, honest, and responsible because their worship shapes their soul.

The Purpose of Ibadah (Surah al-Dhāriyāt 51:56-57)

Allah says:

“And I did not create jinn and mankind except to worship Me. I do not want from them any provision, nor do I want them to feed Me.” (51:56-57)

This verse makes it clear that the main purpose of life is to worship Allah. Worship is not only about rituals, but includes all actions done to please Him. It reminds us that success lies in fulfilling this purpose and not just chasing worldly gain.

The Importance of Niyyah

Without proper niyyah, Ibadah loses its meaning. Even simple acts like studying, helping parents, or working can become worship if done with the intention to please Allah. Niyyah transforms ordinary actions into rewarded deeds and keeps our focus sincere and pure.

Applying Ibadah According to Qur’an & Sunnah

True worship must follow the teachings of the Qur’an and the Sunnah. For example:

• Praying as the Prophet Muhammad prayed

• Fasting in the correct Islamic months

• Giving zakat according to the rules

• Avoiding innovation (bid’ah) in religion

On this week , we discuss together about Hikmah in Performing The Act of Worship. Here are some hikmah of performing the act of worship such as performing salah, fasting, zakat and Hajj :

1. Salah (Prayer), Surah al-ʿAnkabūt (29:45) :

   “Indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing…”

   
   

   Hikmah of Performing Salah:

   Salah instills discipline and a constant awareness of Allah. It helps purify the heart, control desires, and prevent sinful acts. Through regular prayer, a Muslim develops patience, humility, and strong moral character, making them more mindful in daily life.

   
   

2. Sawm (Fasting), Surah al-Baqarah (2:183):

   “O you who have believed, fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become righteous (muttaqūn).”

   
   

   Hikmah of Fasting :

   Fasting teaches self-restraint, patience, and empathy for the poor. By abstaining from food, drink, and desires, the heart becomes more purified, and gratitude increases. The ultimate goal of fasting is to develop taqwa (God-consciousness), which leads to a more righteous and balanced life.

3. Zakah (Almsgiving), Surah al-Tawbah (9:103):

   “Take from their wealth a charity by which you purify them and cause them increase…”

   
   

   Ḥikmah of performing Zakah:

   Zakah purifies both wealth and the soul. It removes greed and selfishness while nurturing generosity and social responsibility. By supporting the poor and needy, zakah strengthens community ties and promotes economic balance. It also ensures that wealth circulates fairly among society.

   
   

4. Hajj (Pilgrimage), Surah al-Baqarah (2:197)

   ”…So whoever has made ḥajj obligatory upon himself, there should be no obscenity, wickedness, or dispute during ḥajj…”

   
   

   Hikmah of Performing Hajj:

   Ḥajj is a powerful symbol of unity, submission, and humility. It reminds Muslims of the Day of Judgment and the importance of sincere repentance. The experience encourages patience, equality, and a renewed sense of spiritual commitment. It is an opportunity for spiritual rebirth and a deeper connection with Allah.

Several example of question that each group must answer are as belows :

1. What are the definition of tayammum ?

Answer : Tayammum is a dry ablution using clean dust when water is not available or cannot be used due to certain reason.

2. List down the condition for valid wudu'

• Islam

• Sanity (having Aql)

• Mumayyiz

• Pure water

• Free from hadas

• In order (tartib)

3. Ruling for washing wudu' parts

• 1 times : Obligatory

• 2 times : Permissible

• 3 times : Sunnah

4. List down all the Pillars of Salah:

• Standing (Qiyam)

• Takbiratul Ihram

• Reciting Surah Al-fatihah

• Ruku'

• I'tidal

• Tuma'ninah

• Prostration (sujud)

• Sitting between two sujud

• Final tahiyyat

• Salawat upon Prophet Muhammad SAW

• Salam

1. Al-Taʿah (Loyalty)

Prayer teaches the value of absolute submission to Allah. Standing, bowing, and prostrating before Him in salah reflects total loyalty and obedience. A person who performs salah regularly with sincerity becomes more committed to obeying Allah’s commands in everyday life.

2. Al-Jihad (Struggle in the Path of Allah)

Khushuʿ in prayer reflects an internal struggle (jihad al-nafs) against laziness, distraction, and worldly desires. Maintaining focus and consistency in prayer requires discipline and effort, which mirrors the larger struggle of staying on the path of righteousness.

3. Muhasabah (Self-Reflection)

Prayer is a time to reflect on one’s actions, sins, and intentions. When performed with khushuʿ, it serves as a moment of muḥasabah, encouraging the believer to evaluate their relationship with Allah and to seek self-improvement and forgiveness.

4. ʿIffah (Modesty)

A person who prays with khushuʿ will naturally develop modesty and self-control. Regular prayer reminds the believer to avoid sinful behavior, guard their speech and actions, and live with dignity and moral boundaries.

5. Tawadduʿ (Humbleness)

Khushuʿ instills deep humility. The act of bowing and placing the forehead on the ground is the ultimate sign of humbleness before Allah. This attitude of tawadduʿ extends beyond the prayer, shaping a Muslim to be kind, respectful, and never arrogant in their dealings with others.

For this task, we choose the story of Abu Talhah and the guest of Rasulullah SAW.

Narrated by Abu Hurairah RA, found in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim:

A man came to the Prophet Muhammad SAW and said, “I am hungry.” The Prophet asked his wives, but none of them had any food. So the Prophet said, “Who will entertain this guest?”

Abu Talhah (RA) took the man home. He and his wife only had enough food for their children. They decided to give all the food to the guest, turned off the lamp to pretend they were eating, and went to bed hungrily.

The next day, the Prophet Muhammad SAW told them:

“Allah laughed (was pleased) at what you both did”

Takrim values demonstrated in this story are:

• Prioritizing the guest over personal needs.

• Unity of husband and wife in upholding noble character

• Sincerity without seeking attention

This verse shows that giving Zakah or Sadaqah (charity) is not just about helping others—it brings personal and spiritual benefits. Let's look at 3 important virtues:

1. Tawakkul (Trust in Allah)

• When a person gives part of their wealth in charity, they are trusting that Allah will provide for them.

• It teaches us to rely on Allah, not just on money or material things.

• Giving Zakah shows that we believe Allah will bless us more in return.

Example: A person gives Sadaqah even when they don’t have much, trusting that Allah will take care of their needs.

2. Ukhuwah (Brotherhood)

• Zakah and Sadaqah strengthen the bond between the rich and the poor.

• It creates love, unity, and care in the community.

• The giver helps their Muslim brothers and sisters, and the receiver feels cared for.

Example: A rich person gives to someone struggling in the community—this creates mutual respect and kindness.

3. Tazkiyyah (Purification)

• Giving Zakah purifies our wealth and our hearts.

• It removes greed, selfishness, and love for worldly things.

• It helps the giver become more sincere and humble.

Example: By giving Sadaqah, a person becomes more generous and closer to Allah.

√ taqwa (التقوى)

1. TADHIYYAH is also called "qurbani" which means sacrifice.

What's the connection between sacrifice and hajj?

Well, In the story of Prophet Ibrahim, he was commanded by Allah to sacrifice his son Ismail. Before he could carry it out, Allah replaced Ismail with a ram. This story took place during the zulhijjah month, which month when muslims perform hajj. Plus, during performing hajj, pilgrims are obligated to sacrifice by Stoning the Jamrah, spending the night in Mina, and increasing acts of worship. These sacrifices are part of the obligatory rituals of Hajj.

2. TAQWA

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 ١٩٧

˹Commitment to˺ pilgrimage is made in appointed months.1 Whoever commits to ˹performing˺ pilgrimage, let them stay away from intimate relations, foul language, and arguments during pilgrimage. Whatever good you do, Allah ˹fully˺ knows of it. Take ˹necessary˺ provisions ˹for the journey˺—surely the best provision is righteousness. And be mindful of Me, O people of reason! (2:197)

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How hajj and umrah build taqwa?

• Ihram - teach self-restrain form bad feeling such as anger.

• Tawaf and saie - increase humility as everyone regardless of their social status need to circling the kaabah and then it bring us close to Allah.

• Wuquf at arafah - This is the deepest moment of repentance as it raise awareness of Allah peaks in ourself.

• Stoning jamrah -Symbolic rejection of Shaytan

• Tadhiyyah - Reflects submission and willingness to give up for Allah.

  
  

To sum up, without taqwā, the rituals may be performed outwardly but miss their spiritual depth.