Ikhlas إِخْلَاص

Doing an act purely for the sake of God, without seeking praise or worldly gain.

Arabic: إِخْلَاص
Transliteration: Ikhlas
Meaning: Sincerity
Topic: Creed & character

About Ikhlas

Ikhlas is a condition for acts of worship to be accepted, along with doing them in the right way. Its opposite is riya, performing good deeds to be seen by others. Surah Al-Ikhlas, which declares God's oneness, is named after this meaning.

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Surah Al-Ikhlas

See also

Tawhid تَوْحِيد — Oneness of God
Ihsan إِحْسَان — Excellence in worship and conduct
Shirk شِرْك — Associating partners with God
Sadaqah صَدَقَة — Voluntary charity

These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.