Ustadz Zulkifli M Ali Terbaru (2020) : HUKUM SENGAJA MEMBATALKAN PUASA RAMADHAN

Summary

This Islamic lecture emphasizes the significance of fasting during Ramadan, its essential rules, and the consequences of intentionally breaking the fast without valid excuses. The speaker highlights that fasting is a fundamental pillar of Islam, and breaking it without an excuse is considered a grave sin. Key points include the validity of fasting for those who are ill, menstruating, or traveling, and the importance of sahur. The lecture also addresses repentance for missed fasts and the process of compensating for them. It concludes with a prayer for steadfastness and righteousness in following the faith.

Takeaways

• 😀 It is a major sin to intentionally break the fast during Ramadan without a valid excuse.
• 😀 Valid excuses for breaking the fast include illness, menstruation, pregnancy, and travel.
• 😀 The act of breaking the fast without a valid excuse is so severe that even compensating with future fasts will not be accepted by Allah.
• 😀 Sahur (the pre-dawn meal) is highly recommended in Islam, but fasting remains valid if it is missed.
• 😀 The purpose of fasting is to control desires and discipline oneself, not just to abstain from food and drink.
• 😀 Children, as young as four or five, can fast without needing sahur, proving it is not impossible for adults to fast without it.
• 😀 If someone missed fasts in the past due to ignorance or weak faith, they can make up for them (qadha) with sincere repentance.
• 😀 Fidya (charity) is an alternative for those who are unable to fast due to illness or other legitimate reasons.
• 😀 Repentance (Tawbah) for missed fasts is accepted by Allah if done with sincere faith and knowledge.
• 😀 Prayer (Salat) cannot be compensated for with qadha, as it is a separate obligation that cannot be made up once missed.
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes that fasting during Ramadan is a fundamental pillar of Islam, and neglecting it without a valid reason undermines one’s faith.

Q & A

What is the significance of fasting during Ramadan in Islam?

Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, making it a fundamental obligation for Muslims. It is a means of spiritual purification, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate.

What is the ruling on breaking a fast during Ramadan without a valid excuse?

Breaking a fast during Ramadan without a valid excuse, such as illness or travel, is considered a major sin in Islam. The person who does so intentionally cannot compensate for this by fasting for the rest of their life, and their repentance is required.

What is the ruling on breaking a fast due to illness or travel?

If a person breaks their fast due to illness or travel, it is permissible. They are allowed to make up the missed fasts later, and their actions are not considered sinful in these circumstances.

What are the consequences of intentionally breaking a fast without a valid excuse?

The person who intentionally breaks their fast without a valid excuse will not be able to compensate for this act by fasting for the rest of their life. Their repentance must be sincere, and Allah will decide their fate.

What is the role of sahur (pre-dawn meal) in fasting during Ramadan?

Sahur is a highly recommended practice before fasting in Ramadan. It is not obligatory, but it is a Sunnah that brings blessings. While fasting can be completed without sahur, it is encouraged for better endurance and to fulfill the Sunnah.

Can a person still fast if they miss sahur?

Yes, a person can still fast if they miss sahur. While sahur is beneficial, its absence does not invalidate the fast.

How does the script address the situation of a child fasting without sahur?

The script mentions a child who fasts without sahur and is able to maintain the fast until evening. This highlights that the ability to fast is not necessarily dependent on sahur, and even young children can manage fasting.

Is there any leniency for people who have previously missed fasts but are now repenting and want to make up for them?

People who missed fasts in the past due to ignorance or weakness of faith, and who later repent sincerely, are allowed to make up for their missed fasts. However, they are not required to make up for missed prayers (salat) from that time.

What is the significance of 'udhur syar'i' in the context of fasting?

'Udhur syar'i' refers to a valid Islamic excuse for not fasting, such as illness, menstruation, or travel. If a person has such an excuse, they are allowed to break their fast without incurring a sin.

How does the speaker emphasize the importance of fasting during Ramadan in relation to Islam as a whole?

The speaker emphasizes that fasting during Ramadan is not just an act of worship but a pillar of Islam. Failure to fast without a valid excuse is seen as a significant offense, which can even affect one's status as a Muslim.