Usulu Bida Wa Sunah Oleh Ust. Anwarudin

Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the concept of Bid'ah (innovation) in Islam, emphasizing its distinction from Sunnah. The speaker references the Quran and Hadith to explain that Islam is a complete and perfect religion, and any innovation in religious practices not directly established by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is considered Bid'ah, which is deemed misguided and leads to misguidance. The speaker highlights the importance of adhering to the teachings of the Prophet and stresses that innovations in religious matters are not permissible. However, innovations in worldly matters, as long as they do not contradict Islamic principles, are acceptable.

Takeaways

• 😀 Islam is a complete and perfect religion, as confirmed by Allah in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verse 3, where He states that the religion has been perfected for us.
• 😀 The concept of Bid'ah (innovation) in Islam refers to doing something without a prior example, meaning creating or introducing something that wasn’t practiced by the Prophet (PBUH).
• 😀 Allah’s creation of the heavens and the earth is an example of 'Bid'ah' in the sense of making something new without any prior model, demonstrating that the term Bid'ah involves introducing newness.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasized that the best speech is the Qur’an, and the best guidance is his Sunnah, while innovations in religion are condemned as misguidance.
• 😀 Every innovation (Bid'ah) is considered a form of misguidance, and such innovations lead to Hell, as narrated in the Hadith by Jabir bin Abdullah.
• 😀 Bid'ah is defined by Imam Ash-Shatibi as a way in religion that seems to resemble Shariah but was not originally prescribed, and is done with the intent of over-exaggerating or seeking rewards.
• 😀 If an action is not in accordance with the practices of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) or the early Muslim community, it is considered Bid'ah and should be avoided.
• 😀 The practice of certain rituals, such as specific death-related ceremonies, is an example of actions that may be Bid'ah, as they were not performed by the Prophet (PBUH).
• 😀 There is a distinction between Bid'ah in religious matters (which is prohibited) and innovations in worldly matters (which are permissible as long as they do not contradict Islamic principles).
• 😀 Innovations like the use of microphones for the Adhan (call to prayer) are examples of permissible Bid'ah Hasanah, as they serve practical purposes in modern times but do not alter the core religious practices.
• 😀 The completion and perfection of Islam mean that any innovation in religious worship that wasn’t prescribed by the Prophet (PBUH) is considered Bid'ah and must be avoided to maintain the integrity of the faith.

Q & A

What does the speaker emphasize about the perfection of Islam in the Quran?

The speaker highlights that Islam is considered perfect and complete, as indicated in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verse 3, where Allah says, 'This day I have perfected for you your religion.' This verse confirms that Islam was completed during the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

What is the definition of 'Bid'ah' according to the speaker?

Bid'ah is defined as the act of doing something without any prior example or model, essentially creating something new in religious practice that was not part of the established Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

How does the speaker connect the concept of Bid'ah to the creation of the heavens and the earth?

The speaker relates the concept of Bid'ah to the creation of the heavens and the earth, as described in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 117. Just as Allah created the heavens and the earth without any prior model, Bid'ah refers to the creation of something without a precedent.

What does the hadith quoted in the video say about Bid'ah?

The hadith, narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah, states that the best of speech is the Book of Allah, and the best of guidance is the guidance of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It also emphasizes that the worst matters are those that are newly introduced, meaning every Bid'ah is misguidance, and misguidance leads to Hell.

Why is it important to be cautious of Bid'ah in religious practices?

It is crucial to avoid Bid'ah in religious practices because any action or practice that was not demonstrated or approved by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is considered an innovation and can lead one astray, potentially causing spiritual harm.

What does the speaker say about actions not demonstrated by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

The speaker stresses that any actions or practices in religion that were not demonstrated by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) are considered Bid'ah. This includes innovations in religious rituals and practices that do not have a foundation in the Sunnah.

What does Imam Asy-Syathibi say about Bid'ah?

Imam Asy-Syathibi defines Bid'ah as a path in religion that is fabricated and mimics the Shari'ah, with the intention of overstating worship or gaining extra virtue, even if the practice was not established by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

How does the speaker differentiate between 'Bid'ah Hasanah' and 'Bid'ah Dholalah'?

The speaker distinguishes 'Bid'ah Hasanah' as innovations that pertain to worldly affairs, such as advancements in technology or tools that do not contradict the principles of Islam. On the other hand, 'Bid'ah Dholalah' refers to innovations in religious practices, which are considered misguidance.

Can modern technological advancements, such as the use of a loudspeaker for the adhan, be considered Bid'ah Hasanah?

Yes, the use of a loudspeaker for the adhan is considered 'Bid'ah Hasanah,' as it is a worldly innovation that improves the process without conflicting with Islamic principles. It is allowed as it aids in the practical aspect of calling to prayer.

What is the potential danger of introducing new practices into religion, according to the speaker?

Introducing new practices into religion that were not prescribed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) can lead to the belief that Islam is incomplete. This can result in the creation of practices that mislead people and cause them to deviate from the true path of Islam.