Dream - The beginning of 2024 was filled with tests in the form of earthquakes. In addition to Papua and Sumedang, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Land of Sakura, Japan, and triggered a tsunami warning. According to the Japanese television station, NHK, the earthquake that occurred in Ishikawa Prefecture claimed the lives of 62 people. Being in the Ring of Fire area, earthquakes are natural disasters that often hit many regions in Indonesia. Besides finding a safe place, you need to take care of yourself through religious practices during an earthquake.

1. Sincere Attitude: A Muslim in facing natural disasters in 2021 must have a sincere attitude in accepting the tests given by Allah SWT. Sincerity in facing these trials will help maintain peace of mind and heart. 2. Self-Evaluation: A Muslim must also conduct self-evaluation regarding their treatment towards nature. This includes efforts to reduce negative impacts on the environment, such as reducing plastic waste or using renewable energy.

3. Efforts to Avoid: In addition, a Muslim should also strive to avoid epidemics and disasters by taking recommended preventive measures, such as maintaining personal hygiene and cleanliness of the environment, following health protocols, and supporting vaccination programs. 4. Perseverance and Prayer: A Muslim should also demonstrate perseverance in facing natural disasters in 2021 by continuously striving and praying to Allah SWT for protection and strength in facing this trial.

The following is a prayer that can be recited during an earthquake. 1. "Allahumma inni as-aluka khairoha wa khairo maa fihaa wa khairo maa ursilat bihi wa a'uzhu bika min syarriha wa syarri maa fihaa wa syarri maa ursilat bihi." Meaning: "O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this earthquake, all the goodness within it, and the goodness that comes from it. I seek refuge in You from the evil of this earthquake, all the evil within it, and the evil that comes from it."

2. "In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in the sky can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing." Muslims are encouraged to recite this prayer when an earthquake occurs, as it is part of the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Earthquakes are also considered as a test and warning from Allah SWT, reminding mankind of His power and greatness. Therefore, reciting prayers is a way to seek protection and safety from Allah SWT in facing natural disasters, in accordance with Islamic teachings to always seek refuge in Him in all situations.

Next, the practice that can be done is to provide assistance to earthquake victims, both in the form of material and manpower. Assistance can be in the form of providing food, clothing, medicine, or helping to clean up the debris of collapsed buildings. Some prayers that can be a protection and a source of tranquility during an earthquake include prayers for safety, prayers for protection from disasters, as well as prayers for patience and resilience.