Fiqih 004: Benda-Benda Najis & Cara Menghilangkannya - Ustadz Amir As-Soronji, Lc., M.Pd.I.

Summary

This script discusses the Islamic concept of najis (impurity) and its purification methods, emphasizing the importance of cleansing various substances considered impure, such as human waste, animal excrement, and other forms of impurity. It elaborates on the purification process, focusing on the usage of water as the primary cleansing agent. Special emphasis is placed on the purification of dog-related impurities, as well as guidelines for cleaning after human excrement and bodily fluids. The script references various Hadiths and Islamic teachings, providing detailed instructions for maintaining cleanliness in accordance with Islamic law.

Takeaways

• 😀 Najis refers to anything considered impure or dirty in Islam, and its purification is essential for maintaining cleanliness in daily life and worship.
• 😀 Purification of najis requires removing the substance from the affected area; there is no set number of washings, except for the najis of a dog, which must be washed seven times, the first with earth mixed with water.
• 😀 Water is the primary tool for purifying najis, as it is considered both pure and purifying, according to Islamic law.
• 😀 Only Allah and His Messenger have the authority to declare something as najis or not, and this judgment must be based on authentic Quranic or hadith evidence.
• 😀 Human urine is najis, as proven by the hadith where a Bedouin man urinated in a mosque, and the Prophet Muhammad instructed that it be absorbed and the area cleaned with water.
• 😀 Animal waste, such as human and animal excrement, is najis. Special care is required when cleaning it, and sand or earth can be used to purify footwear after stepping on it.
• 😀 Blood, especially blood from a wound or from slaughtered animals, is najis, but small amounts may be overlooked under certain conditions.
• 😀 Carrion (dead animals not slaughtered properly) is najis, while the corpses of humans or certain non-blood-exuding insects (e.g., flies, ants) are not najis.
• 😀 Not all animal excrements are najis—excrement from animals whose meat is considered lawful (e.g., camels, goats, sheep) is pure, as is their urine in certain cases, like the medicinal use of camel urine.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad provided specific guidance on cleaning various types of impurities, such as instructing that baby boys' urine be sprinkled with water, while baby girls’ urine be washed.
• 😀 If najis is removed but its stain or odor remains, the place is still considered purified according to Islamic law, and it does not invalidate subsequent prayer or actions.

Q & A

What is najis and why is it important in Islamic hygiene?

Najis refers to impurities or unclean substances in Islamic law. It is important in Islamic hygiene because it dictates the cleanliness required for performing daily religious activities, such as prayer, where a state of ritual purity is essential.

Who determines whether something is najis in Islam?

In Islam, only Allah and His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) have the authority to declare whether something is najis. This determination is based on the teachings found in the Quran and authentic hadith.

What is the general rule for cleaning najis substances?

The general rule for cleaning najis substances is to ensure the impurity (najis) is entirely removed. Once the impurity is removed, the affected area becomes clean, even if some residual marks or odor remain.

How should dog-related impurities be cleaned according to Islamic law?

Islamic law requires cleaning dog-related impurities by washing the affected area seven times, with the first wash involving soil mixed with water. This method is based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

Is it necessary to wash najis substances a specific number of times for all impurities?

No, it is not necessary to wash najis substances a specific number of times unless it involves impurities like those from a dog, which must be washed seven times. For other impurities, simply removing the substance is sufficient, with no specific count for washing.

Are all animal excretions considered najis in Islam?

Not all animal excretions are considered najis. The excretions of animals whose meat is forbidden for consumption (such as pigs or carnivorous animals) are considered najis. However, the excretions of permissible animals, like camels or goats, are considered pure.

Is the blood of all animals considered najis?

The blood of most animals is considered najis in Islam. However, there are exceptions, such as blood from slaughtered animals that are halal (permissible) for consumption. Also, small amounts of blood from a human may be forgiven if it is not excessive.

What does Islamic law say about cleaning the urine of infants?

For infant urine, the cleaning method differs based on gender. The urine of a female infant should be washed off, while the urine of a male infant can simply be sprinkled or wiped off. Once the impurity is removed, the area is considered clean.

What is the ruling on cleaning blood stains from clothing?

When cleaning blood stains, Islamic law dictates that the affected area must be washed to remove the impurity. If the blood stain does not fully disappear but has been washed, it is still permissible to pray with the garment, as long as the impurity itself has been removed.

Are the bodies of certain insects considered najis?

The bodies of insects like flies, ants, or bees are not considered najis. Even though these creatures die, they do not contaminate the surrounding area, making their bodies pure. This is supported by the hadith where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) instructed to dip a fly if it falls into a drink.