HAL- HAL YANG MEMBATALKAN PUASA || Ustadz Abdul Somad, Lc,. M.A

Summary

The video discusses various aspects of Islamic fasting (puasa), focusing on common misconceptions regarding what breaks the fast. It addresses the impact of ear drops, nasal inhalation (istinsyaq), and other related activities, clarifying what is permissible during fasting. The speaker explains the difference between entering the body through the throat, stomach, and other cavities, emphasizing that some actions, like ear drops or nasal inhalation, do not break the fast. The discussion also touches on personal hygiene practices, religious teachings, and humorous anecdotes, while referencing Islamic scholars and their views on fasting.

Takeaways

• 😀 The discussion involves a debate about whether certain actions, such as ear drops or injections, invalidate fasting.
• 😀 Some people believe that any substance entering the body through a cavity (such as the ear, nose, or mouth) breaks the fast, while others disagree, especially for non-nutritive treatments like ear drops.
• 😀 A distinction is made between substances entering the body through the mouth or nose and other ways, such as injections or ear drops, which are considered not to break the fast unless they provide nutrition.
• 😀 The use of ear drops is explained to not invalidate fasting, as it does not go into the body’s digestive system (i.e., throat or stomach).
• 😀 A person shares their experience with fasting while using medication and how it does not affect their fast if it’s not food or drink.
• 😀 A humorous example is given about people who believe inserting anything into any body cavity (such as nose-picking or using a cotton swab) might invalidate the fast.
• 😀 The concept of 'infusion' through an IV drip is discussed. It is pointed out that if the infusion contains food, it invalidates the fast, but an IV drip with medication does not.
• 😀 The script mentions that the act of crying or minor air entry into body cavities (such as a little water when bathing) does not break the fast.
• 😀 A detailed discussion follows about the usage of oral hygiene practices (like gargling and nasal inhalation) during fasting, with the focus on avoiding excess that might invalidate the fast.
• 😀 Finally, references to Islamic scholars (such as the four major hadith compilers: Abu Dawood, Nasa'i, Tirmidhi, and Ibn Majah) are made to back up the rulings about fasting, specifically when it comes to practices like inhaling air or rinsing the mouth.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the transcript?

The main topic of the transcript seems to revolve around Islamic practices related to fasting, specifically addressing the validity of fasting when certain substances or actions enter the body, such as ear drops, injections, and other related issues.

Does using ear drops or an ear syringe invalidate fasting?

No, according to the speaker, using ear drops or an ear syringe does not invalidate fasting, as it is not considered to enter the body through the throat or digestive system.

What about injecting medicine for headaches or fevers during fasting?

The speaker mentions that injecting medicine for headaches or fevers does not invalidate fasting, as it does not count as food or drink entering the digestive system, which is the primary concern for breaking the fast.

Does an infusion (IV drip) invalidate fasting?

Yes, the speaker notes that an infusion, as it provides nourishment or fluids to the body, invalidates fasting since it is considered food entering the body.

Is it true that putting something in the nose or mouth during fasting breaks it?

Yes, actions like inhaling something into the nose or putting food or liquids into the mouth during fasting will break the fast, as these are considered entries into the digestive system.

Does brushing the teeth or rinsing the mouth invalidate fasting?

The transcript does not directly address this, but it discusses rinsing and using water for purposes like istinsyaq (sniffing water into the nose), which is a permissible act if done without swallowing the water, suggesting that general cleanliness acts like mouth rinsing should not break the fast if done cautiously.

What is said about bathing in the river while fasting?

The speaker addresses concerns that bathing in a river might break the fast, but emphasizes that the act itself does not invalidate fasting unless water enters the body in a way that affects the digestive system.

Does crying invalidate fasting?

No, crying does not invalidate fasting, as the speaker clarifies that crying, even if accompanied by drinking or other actions, does not break the fast.

Is it permissible to use medication like ear drops or injections during fasting?

Yes, it is permissible to use medications like ear drops or injections during fasting as long as they do not enter the body through the digestive system. However, medications like infusions are not allowed as they provide nourishment or hydration.

How do the four major Islamic scholars view the practice of fasting in relation to breaking the fast with substances entering the body?

The transcript references the opinions of the four major Islamic scholars (Abu Daud, Nasa’i, Tirmidhi, and Ibn Majah), noting that they all have a nuanced understanding of what invalidates fasting, particularly in terms of substances entering the body. The specifics of each scholar's opinion on the issue are not detailed, but the transcript implies that their teachings influence modern interpretations of fasting rules.