Part 01 - Words to Describe Awareness (Intermediate Level)

1. Alertness

• Definition: The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings; paying close attention to something.

• Example:
  Be alert and conscious of the blessings Allah has bestowed upon you, and never take them for granted.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: چوکسی (Choksi)
    • (Allah ki ata karda ni'maton par choksi dikhayo aur unka shukr ada karo.)

2. Consciousness

• Definition: The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, thoughts, and surroundings.

• Example:
  Stay conscious of your purpose in life: to worship Allah and follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: ہوش (Hosh)
    • (Zindagi ke maqsad par hosh rakho: Allah ki ibadat aur Nabi Akram (PBUH) ki taleemat ki pairavi.)

3. Cognizance

• Definition: Awareness or realization of something.

• Example:
  Take cognizance of the blessings Allah has given you, and use them in His service.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: شعور (Sha'ur)
    • (Allah ki di hui ni'maton ka sha'ur rakho aur unhe uski raza ke liye istemal karo.)

4. Mindfulness

• Definition: The quality or state of being conscious or aware of something, often associated with being present and attentive.

• Example:
  Practice mindfulness in your prayer (Salah), focusing your heart and mind on your communication with Allah.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: ذہن سازی (Zehn Saazi)
    • (Namaz mein zehen saazi karo taake dil aur dimaag Allah ke saath baat cheet par markooz ho jayein.)

5. Perception

• Definition: The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; or a way of interpreting something.

• Example:
  Change your perception and see the trials of life as a test from Allah, meant to strengthen your faith.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: ادراک (Idraak)
    • (Zindagi ke imtihanon ko Allah ki taraf se imaan mazboot karne ka moka samjho.)

6. Insight

• Definition: The ability to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something.

• Example:
  Seek insight from the Quran and Sunnah to understand life's challenges and how to overcome them.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: بصیرت (Baseerat)
    • (Quran aur Sunnat se baseerat hasil karo takay zindagi ke challenges ko samajh sakay.)

7. Attention

• Definition: The act of focusing on something or someone; the mental energy devoted to a task.

• Example:
  Give attention to your duties as a Muslim and fulfill them with sincerity and dedication.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: توجہ (Tawajjo)
    • (Apni Musalmani zimmedariyon par tawajjo do aur unhein khuloos niyat se ada karo.)

8. Recognition

• Definition: Acknowledging something that has been seen, heard, or experienced before.

• Example:
  Seek recognition from Allah for your good deeds, as it is His approval that matters the most.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: پہچان (Pehchaan)
    • (Apne achay a'maal par Allah ki pehchaan hasil karo, kyunki uski raza sab se ahem hai.)

9. Alert

• Definition: Fully aware and attentive, especially to potential danger or a change in the environment.

• Example:
  Be alert to the signs of Allah’s mercy, and always be ready to accept His guidance.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: چوکس (Chokas)
    • (Allah ki rahmat ke nishanon par chokas raho aur hamesha uski rehnumai qubool karne ke liye tayar raho.)

10. Attunement

• Definition: Being in harmony or aligned with something, often used in terms of awareness in relationships or a situation.

• Example:
  Attune your heart to the teachings of the Quran, for it will guide you to the straight path.

  Synonyms:

  • Urdu: ہم آہنگی (Hum Ahangi)
    • (Apne dil ko Quran ki taleemat ke saath hum ahangi karo, kyunki ye tumhein seedhay raaste ki rehnumai dega.)