IPL Lecture 3 - Remembrance (Dhikr)

Question 1

What are some definitions of Dhikr

Answer 1

1. Remembrance
2. To Protect Something
3. To be vigilant

Question 2

What are the three stages of Dhikr

Answer 2

1. Remembrance of the heart
2. Refraining from Bad actions (Body)
3. Verbal Remembrance (Tongue)

Question 3

What are some effects of remembrance of Allah

Answer 3

1. Tranquility
2. Love of God
3. Refraining from Sin
4. Humiliyt
5. Increase in reason
6. increase in Concentration
7. Patience to bear difficulties

Question 4

What are some steps to maintain remembrance of Allah

Answer 4

1. Performing Salaat on time and in Jamaat
2. Reciting Quran and pondering on its verses
3. Contemplating on Gods Signs
4. Attending gatherings where god is remembered

Question 5

What are some effects of forgetting Allah

Answer 5

1. Anxiety
2. Companionship of Shaytan

Question 6

What are some obstacles to Dhikr of Allah

Answer 6

1. Following ones passions & Desires (uncontrolled)
2. Focusing on Material desires
3. forgetting about the next world
4. Repeatedly committing sins
5. Spending time with those who disobey allah and are misguided