The concept of ‘work is worship’ needs to be practised by every individual in the daily life to gain the pleasure of Allah the Almighty, especially in performing duties and responsibilities, said visiting Professor Dr Haji Abdul Somad bin Batubara from Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA) during a forum at the Knowledge Convention 2024 for Belait District yesterday.
The forum, ‘Bekerja Adalah Ibadah’, was moderated by the Mosque Affairs Officer Pengiran Ahmad Faris Ramadhani bin Pengiran Haji Sellahuddin.
During the forum, Professor Dr Ustaz Haji Abdul Somad shared how worships are not limited to just praying, fasting, performing haj and zakat; rather the concept of worship can include a broader understanding surrounding the community and social work.
“Islam teaches its people to strive and practice excellent work culture based on faith and morals to avoid falling into mental health problems at work,” he said.
He added that mental health problems can lead to harm among individuals at various stages of life including at work such as pressure and burnout which also contribute to anxiety and depression.
“By practising this concept, it is hoped that all individuals will always strive to improve quality and productivity. This will raise awareness that work is not just a responsibility towards oneself, family, community and country but also a trust of Allah the Almighty.”
Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Defence II Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof was the guest of honour. – Daniel Lim
