3 Tingkatan Orang Berpuasa || Kultum || Masjid Al-Qomar || Dr. Muhammad Khoiri, M.Ag

Summary

This speech explores the different levels of fasting in Islam. It starts with the basic level, where people abstain from food, drink, and certain actions. The second level is for those who avoid sins and maintain discipline with their senses. The third, highest level, involves fasting with the heart, where the individual focuses entirely on Allah, avoiding distractions, and constantly in a state of remembrance. The speaker encourages striving for at least the second level to experience the true blessings of Ramadan, concluding with a prayer for the benefit of all listeners.

Takeaways

• 😀 Fasting has different levels: the basic level, the special level, and the elite level.
• 😀 The basic level of fasting involves abstaining from food, drink, and intimacy during the day.
• 😀 People at the basic level may only experience physical thirst and hunger, without spiritual reward.
• 😀 The second level of fasting, Saumul Khawas, goes beyond physical abstinence to include avoiding sins and immoral actions.
• 😀 Saumul Khawas encourages self-discipline in all actions, such as avoiding gossip, lies, and backbiting.
• 😀 The elite level of fasting involves complete devotion to Allah, where the heart, thoughts, and actions are fully focused on Him.
• 😀 At the elite level, any distraction from Allah is considered a form of spiritual failure.
• 😀 The speaker encourages moving from the basic level of fasting to a higher level of discipline and mindfulness.
• 😀 The goal is to not just avoid food and drink but to purify one’s character and thoughts during Ramadan.
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes striving for the second level of fasting as a minimum to fully benefit from the blessings of Ramadan.

Q & A

What is the first level of fasting described in the script?

The first level of fasting, known as 'Saumul Awam', is the basic fasting observed by the general people. It involves abstaining from food, drink, marital relations, and deliberately vomiting.

What is the warning in the hadith regarding the first level of fasting?

The hadith warns that many people who fast at the first level will only experience thirst and hunger without receiving the spiritual rewards of Ramadan because they only refrain from physical needs rather than focusing on spiritual development.

What is the second level of fasting, 'Saumul Khawas', about?

The second level, 'Saumul Khawas', involves not only refraining from food and drink but also from committing sins. Every part of the body must avoid disobedience to Allah, such as avoiding gossip, lies, and any action that might lead to sin.

How does one demonstrate the second level of fasting, 'Saumul Khawas'?

One demonstrates 'Saumul Khawas' by controlling the senses, ensuring the eyes avoid inappropriate sights, the ears avoid slander, and the tongue refrains from lies, gossip, and harmful speech.

What is the third and highest level of fasting mentioned in the script?

The third and highest level of fasting is 'Saumul Khawas al-Khas', which involves not only controlling the body and actions but also focusing the heart and mind on Allah. The heart remains in constant remembrance of Allah, and the mind is directed towards the Hereafter.

How is fasting at the third level different from the first two?

Fasting at the third level is distinct because it requires complete spiritual focus, with the individual’s heart and mind immersed in the remembrance of Allah, avoiding any distraction or forgetfulness. Even slight lapses in this devotion are considered breaches of the fast.

Who is able to achieve the third level of fasting, 'Saumul Khawas al-Khas'?

Only a select few, such as the Prophets and the most devout individuals, can achieve the third level of fasting, as it demands total spiritual purity and devotion.

What is the main advice given to listeners in the script?

The speaker advises the listeners to strive for at least the second level of fasting, 'Saumul Khawas', which involves avoiding sin and focusing on spiritual growth to attain the rewards promised by Allah during Ramadan.

How does one increase their fasting from the first to the second level?

One increases their fasting by consciously avoiding not only physical temptations but also any actions or thoughts that lead to sin. This requires self-discipline and an active effort to maintain a pure and focused heart and mind.

Why is Ramadan described as a time to seek spiritual rewards?

Ramadan is described as a time to seek spiritual rewards because it offers an opportunity for Muslims to deepen their connection with Allah, purify their actions, and earn immense spiritual benefits through sincere worship, fasting, and self-control.