MATA KULIAH AKHLAK TASAWUF

Summary

The lecture by Siti Maryam covers the origins of human creation, the dual nature of the soul and body, and the responsibilities of humans as servants of Allah. It discusses the human mission as outlined in the Quran, including being a good steward (khalifah) on Earth, maintaining faith, and spreading Islamic values. The lecture emphasizes the importance of personal development, family, societal roles, and environmental stewardship, concluding with the ultimate purpose of human existence: to worship and serve Allah.

Takeaways

• 📚 The course aims to help students understand the origin of human creation, the purpose of human existence, and the relationship with Allah.
• 🌱 Allah created Adam from clay and breathed life into him, highlighting the dual nature of humans as both material and spiritual beings.
• 📖 The Quran explains the creation process in Surah Al-Muminun, verses 12-14, detailing the stages from clay to a created human being.
• 🔑 The concept of 'Amanah' is discussed as a trust that humans must uphold, which includes obeying Allah's commands, maintaining personal integrity, and respecting others' property and privacy.
• 🙏 The primary duty of humans is to worship Allah, as stated in the Quran, emphasizing submission and obedience to the Creator.
• 🌐 Humans are appointed as 'Khalifah' or vicegerents on Earth, entrusted with the responsibility to manage and care for the Earth and its resources.
• 🏡 As vicegerents, humans have responsibilities towards themselves, their families, society, and the environment, including seeking knowledge, maintaining personal well-being, and fostering a harmonious family life.
• 🤝 In society, humans must promote unity, provide mutual support, uphold justice, and take care of the vulnerable, such as the poor and orphans.
• 🌱 The stewardship of the environment involves cultivating it for the benefit of humanity, adapting human culture to the environment, and ensuring cultural activities align with Islamic values.
• 🕊️ Humans are also tasked with spreading the message of Islam, acting as messengers of divine revelation, and inviting others to the faith through personal example and peaceful means.

Q & A

What is the main goal of the course 'akhlak tasawuf'?

The main goal of the course 'akhlak tasawuf' is to enable students to understand the origin of human creation, explain the purpose of human existence, and implement a good relationship with Allah as the Creator.

How does the Quran describe the creation of the first human being?

The Quran describes the creation of the first human being, Adam, in Surah Al-Mu'minun (23:12-14), stating that Allah created him from clay, then blew into him from His spirit, giving him life, the ability to think, will, and make choices.

What is the significance of the 'Spirit of Allah' in the creation of Adam according to Ali Syari'ati?

Ali Syari'ati mentions that the 'Spirit of Allah' that was breathed into Adam signifies that humans consist of both material and immaterial elements, with the body being material and the soul originating from the immaterial substance of the unseen world.

What are the three main trusts (amanah) mentioned in the script?

The three main trusts (amanah) are: 1) Trust towards Allah, which involves following His commands, avoiding prohibitions, and using one's potential and body parts for activities that benefit oneself and bring one closer to Allah. 2) Trust towards other humans, which includes returning entrusted items to their owners, not deceiving, and keeping secrets that should not be disclosed. 3) Trust towards oneself, which means striving to do good and beneficial things for oneself in terms of religion and worldly life, avoiding harmful actions, and maintaining one's health.

What does the term 'khalifah' signify in the context of the script?

The term 'khalifah' signifies a vicegerent or successor, derived from the root meaning 'to replace' or 'to take the place of.' It refers to humans as successors on Earth, entrusted with the responsibility to carry out tasks and duties as representatives of Allah.

What are the primary duties of humans as 'khalifah' according to the script?

The primary duties of humans as 'khalifah' include being obedient to Allah's commands, maintaining a good relationship with Allah, and carrying out tasks that benefit themselves, their families, society, and the environment, while upholding justice and promoting the values of Islam.

How does the script explain the concept of 'amanah' towards oneself?

The concept of 'amanah' towards oneself involves striving to do good and beneficial things for one's own sake, in terms of religion and worldly life, avoiding actions that are harmful to oneself, and maintaining one's health.

What is the importance of the family in the context of 'khalifah' responsibilities?

The importance of the family in the context of 'khalifah' responsibilities is to ensure a happy and harmonious household, which is seen as a foundation for a stable and prosperous society.

How does the script connect the concept of 'khalifah' with the responsibility towards the environment?

The script connects the concept of 'khalifah' with the responsibility towards the environment by emphasizing the need to cultivate and maintain the natural world for the benefit of human life, adapt human culture to the environment without causing harm, and ensure that cultural practices align with Islamic values for the betterment of humanity and the planet.

What is the role of humans as messengers according to the script?

Humans serve as messengers by conveying the message of Islam, which is the call to worship and serve Allah alone. This role involves spreading the teachings of Islam through words and actions, starting with oneself, family, and community, and inviting others to learn about the religion without coercion.

What is the ultimate purpose of human existence according to the script?

The ultimate purpose of human existence, as stated in the script, is to worship and serve Allah by fulfilling the purpose of creation, which includes performing acts of worship, loving and knowing Allah, and living a life that reflects the values and teachings of Islam.