Kisah kaum khawarij yang iri kepada sayyidina Ali

Summary

The transcript highlights a conversation based on a hadith where Prophet Muhammad compares himself to a city of knowledge and Ali as its gate. It showcases Ali's wisdom through a series of interactions with the Khawarij, who repeatedly question the value of knowledge versus wealth. Sayyidina Ali asserts that knowledge is superior because it is the inheritance of prophets, it guards its possessor, and it multiplies when shared, while wealth needs protection, decreases when spent, and leads to arrogance. The dialogue emphasizes the enduring, enlightening, and humble nature of knowledge over material wealth.

Takeaways

• 📜 The Prophet Muhammad described himself as the city of knowledge and Ali as its gate, emphasizing Ali's profound wisdom and intelligence.
• 📚 Sayyidina Ali believed that knowledge is superior to wealth, as knowledge is the inheritance of the prophets, while wealth is inherited by materialistic figures like Qarun and Pharaoh.
• 🛡️ Ali emphasized that knowledge protects the possessor, whereas wealth must be protected by its owner.
• 🤝 People with wealth often have many enemies, but those with knowledge gain many friends.
• 🔁 Sharing wealth decreases it, while sharing knowledge increases it.
• 🔐 Wealth must be guarded against theft, but knowledge cannot be stolen.
• 💸 Wealth deteriorates over time, while knowledge remains eternal and uncorrupted by time.
• 💔 Wealth can harden the heart, whereas knowledge enlightens and softens it.
• 💡 Those who accumulate wealth may develop arrogance and a sense of divinity, but knowledge leads to humility and servitude to God.
• 🎓 In a series of tests, the Khawarij acknowledged Sayyidina Ali’s vast knowledge and wisdom, reinforcing his reputation as a brilliant and learned figure.

Q & A

What did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) say about knowledge and Sayyidina Ali?

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stated, 'I am the city of knowledge, and Ali is its gate,' emphasizing Sayyidina Ali's vast knowledge and intelligence.

Why were the Khawarij unhappy with the Prophet's praise of Sayyidina Ali?

The Khawarij were displeased with the Prophet's praise of Sayyidina Ali because they were jealous and did not want to accept his elevated status in terms of knowledge.

What was the first question posed to Sayyidina Ali by the Khawarij, and how did he respond?

The first question was whether knowledge or wealth is superior. Sayyidina Ali responded that knowledge is superior because it is the inheritance of the Prophets, while wealth is the inheritance of corrupt figures like Qarun and Pharaoh.

What reasoning did Sayyidina Ali give for knowledge being superior to wealth?

Sayyidina Ali explained that knowledge is superior because it guards the person, while wealth must be guarded by its owner. Additionally, knowledge increases when shared, but wealth decreases when spent.

How does Sayyidina Ali explain the effect of wealth on relationships?

Sayyidina Ali explained that wealth often leads to enmity and conflicts, as people may become enemies when money is not lent to them, while knowledge leads to friendships and respect.

How does wealth make a person vulnerable, according to Sayyidina Ali?

Wealth makes a person vulnerable because it requires protection from theft, whereas knowledge does not need to be safeguarded from thieves.

What does Sayyidina Ali say about the longevity of wealth versus knowledge?

Sayyidina Ali said that wealth deteriorates over time, while knowledge remains eternal and does not decay.

What impact does wealth have on the heart, according to Sayyidina Ali?

Wealth hardens the heart, while knowledge illuminates and softens it.

How does Sayyidina Ali describe the behavior of those who possess wealth?

Sayyidina Ali said that those who possess wealth may develop arrogance and even exhibit godlike traits, while those with knowledge tend to remain humble and engage in worship.

What conclusion did the Khawarij reach after testing Sayyidina Ali's knowledge?

The Khawarij acknowledged that Sayyidina Ali was indeed highly knowledgeable and intelligent, confirming the truth of the Prophet's praise.