Mohamed, Ph.D
3 min readOct 12, 2023

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From an Islamic perspective, habits have significant spiritual and moral value and can help individuals become better human beings. 🏵️🏵️

1. Self-awareness: Islam teaches that it is important to have self-awareness to know one's purpose and identity. The Quran states, "We will show them Our signs in the horizons and within themselves until it becomes clear to them that it is the truth" (41:53). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "He who knows himself knows his Lord" (Sahih Bukhari).

2. Strong sense of purpose: In Islam, the purpose of life is to worship Allah and follow His guidance. The Quran says, "And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me" (51:56).

3. Lifelong Learning: Islam values knowledge and encourages individuals to seek it throughout their lives. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Seeking knowledge is mandatory upon every Muslim" (Ibn Majah).

4. Adaptability: In Islam, patience and perseverance are highly regarded, and they help individuals adapt to any difficult situation. The Quran states, "Indeed, with hardship comes ease" (94:5).

5. Positive Attitude: Islam teaches Muslims to have a positive outlook on life and to be grateful for the blessings Allah has bestowed upon them. The Quran says, "And [remember] when your Lord proclaimed, 'If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]; but if you deny, indeed, My punishment is severe'" (14:7).

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6. Persistence: Islam emphasizes the importance of working hard and being persistent in one's efforts to achieve one's goals. The Quran says, "And whoever fears Allah, He will make for him a way out and will provide for him from where he does not expect. And whoever relies upon Allah - then He is sufficient for him" (65:2-3).

7. Mindfulness: Islam encourages individuals to be mindful and present in every aspect of their life. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The example of the one who remembers his Lord in comparison to the one who does not is like that of a living creature compared to a dead one" (Sahih Bukhari).

8. Giving Mindset: Islam values charity and encourages Muslims to be generous to those in need. The Quran says, "And whatever you spend of good - it will be fully repaid to you. And you will not be wronged" (2:272). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Charity does not decrease wealth" (Sahih Muslim).

9. Health and Well-being: Islam emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's health and body. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Your body has a right over you, and your spouse has a right over you" (Sahih Bukhari).

10. Strong Sense of Community: In Islam, building strong relationships within the community is an integral part of worshiping Allah. The Quran says, "And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided" (3:103). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The believers are like a single body, if one part of it hurts, the rest of the body feels pain" (Sahih Bukhari). By practicing these habits, Muslims can attain greater spiritual and moral goodness and become better human beings in the service of Allah and humanity.
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Mohamed, Ph.D
Mohamed, Ph.D

Written by Mohamed, Ph.D

University professor and author, delving into the worlds of Islamic studies, personal growth, and entrepreneurship to share insights and inspire others.

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