[Akusuka Eps. 4] Penting!!! Mengapa Disunnahkan Makan Sahur!? - Ustadz Adi Hidayat

Summary

This speech highlights the importance and blessings of sahur (pre-dawn meal) during Ramadan. The speaker emphasizes its spiritual and physical benefits, linking it to the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). By referencing Quranic verses and Hadiths, the speaker explains how sahur can provide strength for fasting and lead to increased worship and good deeds. The concept of 'barakah' (blessing) is discussed, encouraging the audience to approach sahur with the right intention. The message concludes with a prayer for help in enhancing one's worship during Ramadan and a reminder to practice sahur in a way that enhances both physical and spiritual well-being.

Takeaways

• 😀 The significance of sahur in Ramadan: It is a recommended and blessed practice, emphasizing its spiritual and physical benefits.
• 😀 Sahur time refers to the short period just before Fajr when Muslims eat before starting their fast.
• 😀 Allah mentions the virtues of seeking forgiveness (istighfar) during the sahur time, highlighting its connection with those who are devout and patient.
• 😀 In Surah Az-Zariyat, Allah describes a group of righteous individuals who seek forgiveness during sahur.
• 😀 Sahur is mentioned in the Quran as a special act that contrasts with the practices of earlier communities, particularly regarding the timing of fasting.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasized the importance of eating during sahur, calling it a blessed act with inherent rewards.
• 😀 The concept of 'barakah' (blessing) in sahur means that it leads to sustained goodness, both physically and spiritually.
• 😀 Eating at sahur has practical benefits for the body, providing energy and strength for the fasting day, making the fast more manageable.
• 😀 The physical benefits of eating sahur are that it shortens the period of fasting, allowing for a more balanced and energetic day.
• 😀 The true benefit of sahur comes when it aligns with the intention to follow the Sunnah and engage in worship, such as reciting Quran and performing extra prayers.
• 😀 The correct intention behind eating at sahur should be to follow the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH), along with a prayer for increased worship and closeness to Allah.

Q & A

What is the significance of sahur in Ramadan?

Sahur is the pre-dawn meal in Ramadan, which holds spiritual and physical benefits. It is a Sunnah recommended by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), providing strength to endure fasting and serving as a moment to gain blessings (barakah).

How is the word 'sahur' derived in Arabic?

The word 'sahur' is derived from the Arabic roots 'sin', 'ha', and 'ra', which refers to the short period just before Fajr (dawn), typically 15 to 30 minutes before the prayer time.

What does the Qur'an say about sahur?

In Surah Al-Baqarah (187), Allah encourages believers to eat and drink until the time of Fajr. This highlights the importance of sahur as part of the fasting practice, distinguishing it from the practices of earlier communities like the People of the Book.

What is the spiritual benefit of eating sahur?

Eating sahur is a blessed act, as it is a part of the Sunnah. It provides spiritual nourishment by aligning the individual with the Prophet's (PBUH) practice, promoting consistent good deeds and increasing one's ability to worship throughout the day.

How does sahur physically benefit those fasting?

Sahur helps provide physical energy that sustains the body during the long hours of fasting. Consuming food and drink closer to Fajr reduces the duration of hunger and thirst during the day, allowing for better energy distribution.

What is meant by 'barakah' in sahur?

'Barakah' refers to blessings that result in an increase of goodness, accompanied by consistency. In the context of sahur, it means that the meal provides not just physical strength but also spiritual benefits, motivating the individual to be consistent in good deeds.

Why does the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasize the importance of sahur?

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasized sahur because it contains blessings. It prepares the believer physically and spiritually for fasting and helps in performing good deeds, including worship and charity.

How can the act of eating sahur enhance one's worship during Ramadan?

Eating sahur, when done with the right intention, helps energize the body and mind for increased worship, such as reciting the Qur'an, performing extra prayers (Salat), and engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah), thus enhancing the overall spiritual experience during Ramadan.

What is the recommended intention when eating sahur?

The recommended intention is to follow the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and to seek Allah's help in increasing worship and good deeds during Ramadan. A common supplication is 'Allahumma ainni ala dhikrika wa shukrika wa husni ibadatik.'

What does the speaker recommend for a successful sahur?

For a successful sahur, the speaker recommends ensuring the food is halal, nutritious, and consumed with a sincere intention to follow the Sunnah. Additionally, praying for Allah's guidance and strength to perform acts of worship throughout the day is key.