Tausiah Ramadan #5 Bersama Ustaz Nur Wahid

Summary

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the significance of Ramadan, urging Muslims to utilize the month for spiritual growth. The sermon highlights the importance of fasting with sincere intention, avoiding actions that could invalidate the fast or reduce its reward, and making supplications during key moments like breaking the fast. The speaker also discusses the virtues of Ramadan, such as the forgiveness of sins, the revelation of the Quran, and the special blessings of Laylat al-Qadr. Ultimately, the sermon encourages Muslims to seek Allah's mercy and make the most of this blessed month by engaging in righteous deeds and increasing their worship.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ramadan is a blessed month in which Allah multiplies the rewards of good deeds and forgives the past sins of those who fast with sincere faith.
• 😀 Fasting during Ramadan is a means of earning forgiveness and mercy from Allah, as highlighted by the hadith that those who fast with belief and hope for reward have their previous sins forgiven.
• 😀 The month of Ramadan is not just about fasting but also about seeking Allah's mercy, avoiding sins, and striving for self-improvement.
• 😀 One of the key elements of fasting is the intention (niyyah), which should be made at night for the fast to be valid.
• 😀 Knowledge of the rules of fasting is crucial because actions without knowledge can lead to the acceptance of invalid or incomplete fasting.
• 😀 Actions that invalidate fasting include eating and drinking during daylight hours, but actions that do not invalidate fasting may still affect the reward, such as arrogance, pride, and showing off.
• 😀 A person may fast but receive no reward if they engage in sinful behavior like gossip, backbiting, or hurting others, as these actions can nullify the spiritual benefits of fasting.
• 😀 A reminder that the last ten days of Ramadan contain Laylat al-Qadr, a night worth more than a thousand months, making it a significant opportunity for worship and seeking Allah's forgiveness.
• 😀 It is important to avoid behaviors that may spoil the reward of fasting, such as boasting, riya (showing off), and other negative traits of the heart.
• 😀 The evening time when breaking the fast (iftar) is a special time for making du'a (supplication), as it is considered a time when Allah grants the wishes of the believers.
• 😀 To truly achieve the blessings of Ramadan, one must avoid actions that diminish its rewards, embrace sunnah practices like reciting the Qur'an and dhikr (remembrance of Allah), and make sincere efforts in worship throughout the month.

Q & A

What is the significance of Ramadan as mentioned in the speech?

Ramadan is considered a noble month where Allah multiplies the rewards for worship and forgives past sins for those who fast with sincere faith and seek Allah's pleasure.

What does the speaker emphasize about fasting during Ramadan?

The speaker emphasizes that fasting must be done with sincerity, seeking Allah's approval, and highlights that fasting is not just about abstaining from food and drink, but also avoiding actions that could invalidate or diminish the reward of fasting.

What is the importance of intention (niyah) when fasting during Ramadan?

The speaker stresses that intention (niyah) must be made the night before fasting. It is necessary to have a clear intention of fasting for the sake of Allah to ensure the fast is valid.

What role does knowledge play in fasting according to the speaker?

Knowledge is essential because without understanding the rules of fasting, one may unknowingly invalidate or spoil the reward of fasting. The speaker highlights that knowing what breaks the fast and what can diminish its reward is crucial.

What are the actions that break the fast?

Actions that break the fast include eating and drinking during the day, especially during daylight hours.

Can actions that don’t break the fast still affect its reward?

Yes, the speaker mentions that actions like arrogance, showing off, gossiping, or cursing may not invalidate the fast but will negatively impact its reward.

What does the hadith about fasting and its reward suggest?

The hadith referenced suggests that many people may fast but not receive any reward for it, other than experiencing hunger and thirst, if they engage in sinful actions or neglect the true spirit of fasting.

What is the significance of making du’a (supplication) during iftar?

The speaker highlights that the time of iftar (breaking fast) is a moment when supplications are particularly likely to be accepted by Allah, so it is important to make heartfelt prayers at this time.

What additional actions should Muslims perform to maximize their reward during Ramadan?

In addition to fasting, Muslims should engage in acts of worship such as reading the Qur'an, making dhikr (remembrance of Allah), and performing other Sunnah actions to enhance their reward during Ramadan.

What is the value of Laylat al-Qadr as mentioned in the speech?

Laylat al-Qadr, which occurs in the last ten nights of Ramadan, is described as a night that is better than a thousand months, meaning acts of worship performed during this night are worth more than those performed over a thousand months.