Ihsan is often translated as “doing good” or “doing what is beautiful” and is closely linked to the concept of Taqwa (piety). This means that one should perform their duties and responsibilities to the best of their ability, with sincerity, and with the intention of pleasing Allah.

• Worship: Muslims strive to worship God as if they can see Him, and believe that He is always watching over them. 
• Personal growth: Ihsan fosters personal growth, moral integrity, compassion, and resilience.
• Social harmony: Ihsan contributes to social harmony, economic prosperity, and environmental stewardship.
• Professional life: Ihsan can be applied in the workplace to create a positive and productive work environment.
• Relationships: Ihsan can improve personal and professional relationships.
• Community: Ihsan can contribute positively to communities. 
• Ihsan is described in the Hadith of Gabriel, where Muhammad states, “[Ihsan is] to worship God as though you see Him, and if you cannot see Him, then indeed He sees you”. The Quran uses the term “Muhsin” to refer to the person who strives towards Ihsan.