Harta Bagi Seorang Muslim - Ust. Achmad Zuhdi DH

Summary

This Friday sermon emphasizes the importance of wealth as a trust from Allah, which can either lead to goodness or misfortune depending on how it is used. Through stories of Qarun, who became arrogant with his wealth, and Abdurrahman bin Auf, who used his fortune for good, the sermon illustrates two contrasting responses to wealth. The message encourages Muslims to be grateful for their blessings, share their wealth through charity, and use it for good deeds, ensuring that it serves as a righteous investment for the hereafter.

Takeaways

• 😀 Wealth is a test from Allah, and how we manage it can either draw us closer to Him or lead us astray.
• 😀 Both wealth and children are described in the Quran as trials (fitnah), with Allah offering great rewards for those who navigate them wisely.
• 😀 The story of Qarun illustrates how wealth can lead to arrogance and ingratitude, resulting in loss and destruction.
• 😀 Qarun's initial poverty did not prevent him from seeking help from Prophet Musa, who prayed for his prosperity, which Allah granted.
• 😀 When Qarun became wealthy, he grew arrogant and denied Allah’s role in his success, even turning to idol worship.
• 😀 Abdurrahman bin Auf is an example of using wealth to grow closer to Allah, demonstrating generosity and humility despite his riches.
• 😀 Despite his wealth, Abdurrahman bin Auf continued to help others and used his fortune to benefit the Muslim community.
• 😀 Wealth can either corrupt and lead to sin, like Qarun’s case, or it can be used for good, like Abdurrahman bin Auf’s example.
• 😀 True gratitude for wealth involves using it for both personal comfort and to fulfill religious duties, like giving charity and supporting others.
• 😀 Charity and giving (sadaqah) are central in Islam and increase wealth, as Allah promises to replace and multiply what is given in His way.
• 😀 We must view wealth not only as a blessing for this life but also as a means to prepare for the Hereafter by using it for good deeds.

Q & A

What is the central theme of the sermon?

The central theme of the sermon is the responsible use of wealth in accordance with Islamic teachings. It emphasizes that wealth is both a test and a trust from Allah and should be used wisely for both worldly and spiritual benefits.

What does the speaker say about the relationship between wealth and a person's character?

The speaker explains that wealth can either lead to a person becoming better or worse, depending on how it is handled. Wealth can lead to arrogance and wrongdoing, as seen with Qarun, or to goodness and generosity, as demonstrated by Abdurrahman bin Auf.

Who is Qarun, and how does his story illustrate the misuse of wealth?

Qarun was a wealthy man who initially came from humble beginnings. After receiving blessings of wealth through the prayer of Prophet Musa, he became arrogant, rejected worship, and used his wealth in a way that led to his downfall. His story illustrates how wealth can corrupt and cause a person to stray from righteousness.

How did Abdurrahman bin Auf use his wealth, and what lesson does his story teach?

Abdurrahman bin Auf, despite being initially poor, became wealthy through hard work and business success. Unlike Qarun, he used his wealth for the benefit of others and in the service of Allah, including generous donations to charity. His story teaches that wealth can be a means of doing good and drawing closer to Allah.

What is the significance of the verse from Surah Al-Anfal (28) mentioned in the sermon?

The verse from Surah Al-Anfal (28) reminds believers that their wealth and children are a test (fitnah) from Allah. This highlights that wealth can be a trial to see whether a person will use it for good or bad purposes.

What advice does the speaker give to Muslims regarding wealth?

The speaker advises Muslims to be thankful for the wealth they receive, to share it through acts of charity (like zakat, sadaqah, and infak), and to use it in ways that benefit both their worldly lives and their afterlife.

What does the speaker say about the act of charity and its impact on wealth?

The speaker emphasizes that giving in charity does not decrease one's wealth, but rather, it increases it. The Quran confirms that whatever is given in charity will be compensated by Allah, who is the best provider.

How does the speaker suggest Muslims should prepare for the afterlife?

The speaker suggests that Muslims should use their wealth to benefit their afterlife, particularly by giving in charity. The speaker emphasizes that wealth can serve as a provision for the hereafter when used correctly.

What lesson can be learned from the story of Abdurrahman bin Auf's generosity?

The story of Abdurrahman bin Auf illustrates that even great wealth should not lead to selfishness. Instead, it should inspire a person to give generously to others and seek the pleasure of Allah, as demonstrated by his donation of a large caravan of goods for the benefit of the Muslim community.

What does the speaker imply about the regret of not giving charity during one's lifetime?

The speaker warns that on the Day of Judgment, those who did not give charity during their lifetime will regret their actions and wish to return to earth to give in charity. This highlights the importance of using wealth for good before it is too late.