TAUSYIAH RAMADHAN MAN RL // UST. M. RIO MARCO, M.Pd.I - KISAH TENTANG KEMATIAN (Dzikrul Maut Series)

Summary

This video script explores the importance of remembering death (Dzikrul Maut) in Islam, emphasizing the lessons from the Quran and Hadith. It begins by quoting relevant verses, encouraging the audience to reflect on the inevitability of death and the transient nature of worldly possessions. A motivational story is shared about a wealthy man who, after being visited by the Angel of Death (Izroil), tries to delay his death with the hope of enjoying life longer. The story underscores the message that when one's time is up, it cannot be delayed. The speaker urges viewers to remember death regularly to improve their lives and seek a good ending (Khusnul Khotimah).

Takeaways

• 😀 Remembering death (dhikrul maut) is an important practice in Islam, and Muslims are encouraged to reflect on it frequently.
• 😀 The Qur'an verse from Surah Al-A'raf (7:34) emphasizes the inevitability of death and the appointed time of each person's life.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) advised Muslims to frequently remember death to inspire righteous living and preparation for the afterlife.
• 😀 A story is shared about a wealthy merchant who encounters the angel of death, Izroil, illustrating the concept of unavoidable death.
• 😀 The merchant tries to delay his death by erasing his name from the list of those scheduled to die, which ultimately proves futile.
• 😀 The angel of death, Izroil, reassures the merchant that the timing of death is fixed and cannot be altered, emphasizing the importance of accepting fate.
• 😀 The story underscores the futility of attempting to escape or delay death, reminding us that death will come at the appointed time.
• 😀 The merchant’s effort to change his fate by offering a bribe (or gratification) is a metaphor for trying to control what is beyond human power.
• 😀 The key lesson from the story is that we must prepare for death by living righteous lives and avoiding the temptation to take life for granted.
• 😀 The speaker urges the audience to live in a way that ensures a peaceful and righteous end (khusnul khotimah), seeking Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.
• 😀 The message of the discourse encourages spiritual growth, constant self-reflection, and mindfulness of death to improve one’s faith and actions.

Q & A

What is the primary theme of the speech?

The primary theme of the speech is the reminder of death (dzikrul maut) and the importance of remembering death often in order to live a righteous and meaningful life.

Which Quranic verse is quoted in the speech, and what does it emphasize?

The verse quoted is from Surah Al-A'raf (7:34). It emphasizes that death is inevitable, and Allah has set a specific time for everyone to pass, which cannot be delayed or hastened.

What does the speaker encourage the audience to do in relation to death?

The speaker encourages the audience to frequently remember death and reflect on it, as it helps guide them to live better lives and focus on righteous deeds.

Who is the mysterious guest in the story shared by the speaker?

The mysterious guest is Izroil, the Angel of Death, who comes to the wealthy merchant to inform him of his imminent death.

How does the merchant react when he realizes the identity of his guest?

Upon realizing that the guest is Izroil, the merchant tries to delay his death by offering him food and attempting to change the note, which has his name written on it, indicating the time of his death.

What is the key lesson that the merchant learns from the story?

The merchant learns that death cannot be postponed or avoided, as it is determined by Allah, and no earthly efforts can change the time of one's passing.

What does the speaker imply about the concept of 'delaying death'?

The speaker implies that the concept of delaying death is futile, as the time of death is predestined by Allah and cannot be altered by human actions or attempts to delay it.

What is the significance of the story in the context of the speech?

The story serves as a motivational tool to remind the audience of the inevitability of death and the futility of trying to delay it. It encourages people to focus on using their time wisely and living a righteous life.

How does the speaker tie the message to the month of Ramadan?

The speaker emphasizes that the month of Ramadan is an opportunity for spiritual reflection and improvement, encouraging the audience to use this time to remember death and strive for a good ending (khusnul khatimah).

What is the final prayer or wish expressed by the speaker?

The speaker prays for the audience to have a good ending, asking Allah for a *khusnul khatimah* (a good ending) and guidance to live a righteous life.