Ihsan Study Term 1 Quiz
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What is the definition of Ihsan?

To worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you can't see Him, then to worship Him as if He sees you.

What are the three dimensions of Deen?

  • Heart, Mind, Soul
  • Belief, Practice, Knowledge
  • Iman, Islam, Ihsan (correct)
  • Faith, Deeds, Spirituality
  • What are the two levels of Mushahida and Muraqaba?

  • Observing Allah's signs, Feeling Allah's presence
  • Praying five times a day, Fasting during Ramadan
  • Seeing Allah in your mind, Believing in Allah in your heart
  • Worshiping Allah as if you see Him, Worshiping Allah as if He sees you (correct)
  • Seeing Allah in your dreams, Remembering Allah in your prayers
  • Giving charity, Performing Hajj
  • The purpose of learning terminologies is to understand and implement them in our lives.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What three levels does Taqwa purify?

    <p>Ruh, Aql, Nafs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Tazkiya?

    <p>Purification of the heart and disciplining of the soul.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Tasawwuf?

    <p>To abstain from sin and purify the heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ilmul Taqwa or Ilmul Ihsan refer to?

    <p>The science of purification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a goal of Tazkiya?

    <p>Strengthen one's physical strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of developing Ihsan?

    <p>To cultivate a strong and loving relationship with Allah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Mukhliseen?

    <p>Sincere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Sabireen?

    <p>Patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a level of the nafs?

    <p>Nafs al-Mujahidah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The goal of Tasawwuf is to attain the maqam of Qurb (closeness to Allah).

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five goals of Ihsan?

    <p>Purify, beautify, fortify, intensify, and rectify.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can we assess our spiritual state?

    <p>Through <em>Muhasiba</em> (spiritual self-reflection).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of Rabita and Ittifa?

    <p>To connect and communicate with a teacher or a spiritual guide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Suhba?

    <p>Keeping the company of the pious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a type of voluntary worship (nafl ibadah)?

    <p>Charity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main focus of Tazkiya is to cleanse the heart of inner sins.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Hadith, what is the most important thing to do before going to sleep?

    <p>Account for your sins (what did we do).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a sign of hypocrisy?

    <p>Seeking knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most important form of Dhikr is through the tongue.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it most important to remember Allah?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Dhikr so powerful?

    <p>It purifies the heart, strengthens the body and mind, and brings peace and tranquility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the benefits of Dhikr during times of hardship?

    <p>It helps us to find strength and resilience, and it reminds us that Allah is always with us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the Dhikr of the tongue and the Dhikr of the heart?

    <p><em>Lisani</em> dhikr is the remembrance of Allah through the tongue, while <em>Kalbi</em> dhikr is the remembrance of Allah in the heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The maqam of Qurb (closeness to Allah) is the ultimate goal of Ihsan.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Hadith, those who remember Allah excessively will be rewarded with a place in Paradise.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main categories of Dhikr?

    <p>Lisani dhikr (dhikr of the tongue) and Kalbi dhikr (dhikr of the heart).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The goal of Islamic practice remains constant, while the methods used to achieve those goals can change.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT considered Bid'ah?

    <p>Reciting the Quran with proper Tajweed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Islamic faith strictly prohibits all new innovations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category of Bid'ah?

    <p>Wajib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The maqam of Qurb is a state of intense love, devotion, and closeness to Allah.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is permissible to engage in practices that are deemed Makruh (disliked) but not Haram (forbidden).

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a benefit of keeping company with the righteous?

    <p>Increased love and care for the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to ensure that our hearts remain pure and protected from inner sins?

    <p>Constant remembrance of Allah (Dhikr).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is only permissible to perform Nafl ibadah that has been explicitly taught by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    IST IHSAN Term 1 Only

    • Hadith definition of Islam, Iman, Ihsan, DOJ, signs from Jibreel AS
    • Last year covered Islam (ilum fiqh), Iman
    • This year will cover Ihsan
    • 4 questions on Imaan (covered last year) and Islam
    • Ihsan dimensions: Iman (beliefs), Islam (actions), Ihsan (feelings, spirituality)

    Ihsan Study

    • Theory: overview of main points and features
    • What's the goal, purpose, making it significant, differences between other dimensions
    • Practice: understanding of actions
    • What are practices used implement theoretical goals, example Goal: leave sin
    • History: development of discipline
    • How does it formalize, organize, develop in generations, start history
    • Readings: excessive practices in name of Ihsan, scholars' opinions
    • Focus: heart, spirituality, relationship with Allah swt

    2 Ways of Understanding the Topic

    • Dry academic understanding
    • Personal approach: improve self, relationship with Allah, become a beloved of Allah

    Terminologies

    • Shariah does not deal with labels but reality (haqeeqat ush-shayy)
    • Example: Sharia does not deal with the term 'alcohol' but the reality is it's intoxicant (forbidden)
    • Essence into our lives for completing 1/3rd of Deen
    • Ihsan: worship Allah as if you see Him, if not, He sees you
    • 2 levels: Mushahida (worship as if you see Allah), Muraqaba (Allah sees you)

    Tazkiyyah

    • Purification of heart, disciplining the soul
    • Physical body, spiritual self (Ruh)
    • Qalb: spiritual heart, responsible for emotions
    • Aql: (mind), part that processes thoughts
    • Nafs (desires) - lawful/unlawful, praiseworthy/blameworthy
    • Tazkiyya purifies Ruh, Aql, Nafs

    Tasawwuf

    • Meaning of Taqwa to abstain from sin
    • Purification of heart and soul
    • Formalization of discipline known as Tasawwuf
    • Deals with Islamic Belief (aqaid/ilmul kalam), Islamic law (Islam: ilm ul fiqh), and Islamic spirituality (Ihsan: ilm ul tazkiyya).
    • Stick to Arabic terms for precise meanings.

    Additional Topics

    • Prophet saw acceptance of Ibrahim AS dua
    • Tilawah of Quran, reciting verses
    • Teachings of wisdom (Hikmah)
    • Tazkiyya: purifying us
    • Goals: purify, beautify, fortify, intensify, rectify
    • Practices: assess spiritual state (muhasiba), inform and communicate, keeping pious company, counsel, following counsel, voluntary worship, following Sunnah, teacher of Tazkiyyah (Shaykh), taking pledge (bay'ah), making true tawbah.

    Additional Information

    • Specific Examples of Nafl Ibadah: fasting continuously, making tasbih, reciting Quran in one rakah
    • Benefits of sitting with Sahaba (Companions)
    • Different types of dhikr (remembrance of Allah): Lisaani (tongue), Kalbi (heart)
    • Importance of dhikr (remembrance of Allah)

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    Test your knowledge on the concepts of Islam, Iman, and Ihsan as covered in the Term 1 material. This quiz will focus on definitions, practices, and the significance of Ihsan with references to historical perspectives and scholarly opinions. Engage with both theoretical and practical aspects to deepen your relationship with Allah.

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