Mengapa Perintah Zakat Bergandengan dengan Perintah Shalat? | Ust. Abdul Wahid

Summary

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the interconnection between prayer (salat) and charity (zakat) as essential components of Tazkiah, the process of spiritual purification. Drawing on Quranic verses and Hadiths, he highlights how both practices not only purify one's soul but also foster goodwill toward others. The importance of zakat is underscored, with the speaker warning against neglecting it, citing severe consequences in the afterlife. Zakat is described as a purification of wealth, protecting individuals and communities from moral and material harm. The message calls for spiritual integrity, urging listeners to embrace both salat and zakat as vital for personal and communal well-being.

Takeaways

• 😀 Salat and zakat are essential for spiritual purification and are interconnected in Islam.
• 😀 The Quran mentions zakat 32 times, with 30 instances referring to its obligation of paying zakat.
• 😀 Zakat and salat are often mentioned together in the Quran, highlighting their complementary roles in worship.
• 😀 A believer must show Ihsan (goodness) to both Allah through salat and to others through zakat.
• 😀 Salat purifies the soul and body, while zakat purifies wealth, removing doubts and impurities from it.
• 😀 Zakat is meant to cleanse wealth from questionable sources, not to purify haram (forbidden) wealth.
• 😀 People who fail to pay zakat face severe consequences in both this world and the Hereafter, as shown in the Quran.
• 😀 Wealth that is not zakated can cause harm, with the Quran describing dire consequences for hoarding wealth and not giving zakat.
• 😀 Zakat is compared to bodily waste that must be expelled to avoid harm, ensuring the health and purity of the soul and wealth.
• 😀 Ignoring zakat can bring misfortune, such as droughts, famine, and other disasters, as a warning for neglecting this obligation.

Q & A

What is the relationship between salat and zakat in Islam?

Salat (prayer) and zakat (almsgiving) are closely linked in Islam. Both are seen as key acts of purification: salat purifies the connection between the individual and Allah, while zakat purifies wealth and benefits society. In the Quran and Hadith, these two acts are often mentioned together, emphasizing their importance in both spiritual and social contexts.

Why is zakat considered a form of purification (Tazkiah)?

Zakat is considered a form of Tazkiah because it purifies both the wealth and the heart of the individual. By giving zakat, a person cleanses their wealth from potential doubts or impurities, ensuring that it is used for the benefit of others and for societal good. This purification is essential for spiritual growth.

How many times is zakat mentioned in the Quran, and in what context?

Zakat is mentioned 32 times in the Quran. Out of these, 30 instances refer specifically to the act of paying zakat. The remaining two instances refer to the general concept of zakat, not the act of giving. In most verses, zakat is mentioned alongside salat, showing their importance as complementary acts of worship.

What is the significance of salat and zakat being mentioned together in the Quran?

The frequent pairing of salat and zakat in the Quran highlights their complementary roles in an individual’s spiritual and social duties. Salat represents the believer's devotion and relationship with Allah, while zakat represents their responsibility to the community and to those in need.

What does the Hadith say about the relationship between salat and zakat?

In a Hadith narrated by Bukhari and Muslim, when the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) took an oath of allegiance from his companions, he included both the commitment to perform salat and to pay zakat. This demonstrates that both actions are essential for a Muslim's complete devotion to both Allah and the community.

Why does the speaker mention the purification of wealth through zakat?

The speaker highlights that zakat purifies wealth by removing impurities and ensuring that the wealth is earned in a lawful manner. It helps cleanse wealth from doubtful or unlawful sources (syubhat), thereby ensuring that one's financial dealings are morally and spiritually sound.

What happens to a person’s wealth if they neglect to pay zakat?

The speaker emphasizes that neglecting zakat can have severe consequences, both in this world and the next. In the afterlife, those who fail to pay zakat may face punishment, such as having their wealth turned into burning objects that cause them suffering. Additionally, societal consequences, like economic instability and natural disasters, may occur due to the neglect of zakat.

What is the speaker’s stance on zakat purifying haram (forbidden) wealth?

The speaker clarifies that zakat cannot purify haram (forbidden) wealth. Wealth earned through unlawful means cannot be cleansed by zakat. The proper course of action for haram wealth is to return it to its rightful owner. Zakat only purifies wealth that is earned lawfully or from questionable sources (syubhat).

How does the speaker compare zakat to bodily waste?

The speaker compares zakat to bodily waste by explaining that just as waste must be expelled from the body to prevent harm, zakat must be given from one’s wealth to prevent it from causing harm. If wealth is not purified through zakat, it can become a source of spiritual and physical harm, much like accumulated waste in the body.

What are the potential societal and environmental consequences of not paying zakat?

The speaker warns that when a community neglects zakat, it can face severe consequences, such as droughts, famine, economic decline, and other natural disasters. The failure to pay zakat disrupts the balance and fairness in society, leading to collective suffering.