Worship is Sincere Devotion to Allah
True worship is more than just rituals and routines — it is the heartfelt connection between the believer and Allah. Spirituality in Islam is rooted in sincerity (ikhlāṣ), where every act of worship, big or small, is performed purely for the sake of pleasing Allah. Whether it’s prayer, fasting, charity, or even a kind word, when done with sincerity, these actions become acts of worship.
Worship (‘ibādah) in Islam encompasses all aspects of life. It is not limited to the mosque or specific times of day; rather, it is a continuous state of mindfulness, love, and obedience to Allah. This sincere devotion shapes a Muslim’s character, deepens their trust in Allah, and brings tranquility to the heart.
As Allah says in the Qur’an:
“And they were not commanded except to worship Allah, [being] sincere to Him in religion, inclining to truth…”
(Surah Al-Bayyinah, 98:5)
Spirituality, then, is the soul of worship — it is what transforms routine into reverence and obligation into a source of peace. A spiritual heart finds joy in worship because it recognises that every moment spent in devotion brings it closer to its Creator.