Ihsan إِحْسَان
Doing good with excellence, and worshipping God as though you see Him, knowing that He sees you.
- Arabic
- إِحْسَان
- Transliteration
- Ihsan
- Meaning
- Excellence in worship and conduct
- Topic
- Creed & character
About Ihsan
In the hadith of Jibril, ihsan is the third level of the religion after Islam and iman. It shapes how a Muslim prays, works and treats people, with sincerity and care. The Quran also uses the word for kindness toward parents, neighbours and all creatures.
See also
These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.