We hear the word “muraaqabah – meditation and reflection”, but what does it mean? In essence it is to engage the mind in a thought that will bring one closer to Allah Ta‘ala. For example, contemplating over the life after death (the grave or Jannat and Jahannam etc.).
Allah Ta‘ala speaks of the intelligent ones. They are the ones who apart from zikr, also contemplate and reflect over the greatness and majesty of Allah Ta‘ala in His creation. It is this reflection that brings about a whole revolution in one’s life.
Source: Al-Haadi