Sabr is the steadfast endurance of hardship and restraint from what is forbidden, while persisting in obedience to Allah. It encompasses patience during trials, patience in avoiding sins, and patience in performing acts of worship. The scholars describe it as holding the soul firm upon what the Shariah requires, whether that involves action or abstention.

Shukr is the recognition and acknowledgment of Allah's blessings, both in the heart through awareness, on the tongue through praise, and through the limbs by using those blessings in obedience to Allah. True gratitude involves recognizing that all blessings come from Allah, appreciating them in the heart, expressing thanks verbally, and using those blessings in ways that please Him.

Tawakkul is complete trust and reliance on Allah while taking the necessary means. It is the heart's absolute dependence on Allah in bringing benefit and warding off harm, combined with taking appropriate action. True tawakkul is not passive; it involves making effort while knowing that the outcome is entirely in Allah's hands.

Tawadu is the quality of being humble before Allah and His creation, recognizing that all good comes from Allah and that we are entirely dependent on Him. It involves not considering oneself superior to others, accepting truth regardless of its source, and treating all people with dignity and respect regardless of their status.

Sidq is complete honesty in speech, action, and intention. It means speaking the truth, acting in accordance with what one says, and having sincere intentions. The truthful person's words match reality, their actions match their words, and their outward state matches their inner state. It is one of the most fundamental characteristics of the believers.

Ihsan is the pursuit of excellence in worship and conduct. It means to worship Allah as if you see Him, and though you cannot see Him, to know that He sees you. Ihsan extends beyond worship to every action - doing everything in the most excellent manner possible, whether in dealings with Allah, with people, or even with animals and the environment.