KURMA MINDATAMA 2025#22 : MENGGAPAI LAILATUL QADAR

Summary

This video sermon emphasizes the significance of Lailatul Qadar, a night in Ramadan that holds greater value than 1,000 months. The speaker encourages viewers to engage in worship, prayer, supplication, and charity during the last 10 nights of Ramadan to increase the chances of receiving Allah's blessings. By following the example of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), performing i'tikaf (spiritual retreat), avoiding sin, and focusing on good deeds, Muslims can hope to attain forgiveness and mercy. The speaker concludes with a lighthearted pantun, urging everyone to seize this precious opportunity for spiritual growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 Lailatul Qadar is a night in Ramadan that is better than 1,000 months, offering immense blessings, forgiveness, and mercy from Allah.
• 😀 The night of Lailatul Qadar is a time when angels descend, and the decrees for the coming year are set.
• 😀 To achieve the blessings of Lailatul Qadar, one should increase worship during the last ten nights of Ramadan, such as offering extra prayers, reading the Quran, and making dhikr.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) intensified his worship during the last ten nights of Ramadan, setting an example for Muslims to follow.
• 😀 A key prayer to recite during Ramadan is: 'O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, and You love to forgive, so forgive me.'
• 😀 Performing I'tikaf (seclusion in the mosque for worship) is a recommended act during the last ten nights of Ramadan.
• 😀 Giving charity during Lailatul Qadar is highly recommended, as Allah promises to multiply the rewards for those who give in His way.
• 😀 Avoiding sin and wasteful actions is essential to receiving the blessings of Lailatul Qadar. Instead, focus on good deeds and kindness.
• 😀 Whoever spends Lailatul Qadar in prayer with belief and hope for Allah's reward will have their past sins forgiven.
• 😀 Muslims should take full advantage of the opportunity provided by Lailatul Qadar, ensuring they do not miss out on this invaluable blessing.
• 😀 A fun reminder for children: 'Anak-anak asik bermain guli, bermain guli di siang hari, Lailatul Qadar datang setahun sekali, mari raih, kalau tak rebut pasti rugi.'

Q & A

What is the significance of Lailatul Qadar in Islam?

Lailatul Qadar is a special night in the month of Ramadan, considered better than a thousand months. It is the night when the Quran was revealed, and it holds immense blessings, forgiveness, and mercy from Allah. Worship during this night can lead to the forgiveness of sins.

How long is Lailatul Qadar in terms of years?

Lailatul Qadar is better than 1000 months, which roughly translates to 83 years and 4 months.

What does the Quran say about Lailatul Qadar?

The Quran in Surah Al-Qadar (Chapter 97) describes Lailatul Qadar as a night that is 'better than a thousand months.' It is a night when angels, including Jibril, descend with Allah's decrees for the coming year.

What actions should a Muslim take to seek Lailatul Qadar?

To seek Lailatul Qadar, Muslims should increase their worship during the last ten nights of Ramadan, including praying at night (Tahajjud), reading the Quran, making dua (supplication), and engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah).

What is the significance of I'tikaf during Ramadan?

I'tikaf is a practice where a person stays in the mosque for worship and secludes themselves from worldly affairs, especially during the last ten days of Ramadan. It is a way to draw closer to Allah and intensify worship in search of Lailatul Qadar.

What was the practice of Prophet Muhammad during the last ten days of Ramadan?

Prophet Muhammad used to intensify his worship in the last ten days of Ramadan, tightening his waistband, staying awake for prayers, and encouraging his family to join in worship. This shows the significance he placed on these final nights.

What specific prayer is recommended for the night of Lailatul Qadar?

A specific prayer recommended during Lailatul Qadar is the one narrated by Aisha, in which Prophet Muhammad said: 'O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, and You love forgiveness, so forgive me.' This prayer is known for seeking Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.

Why is charity (sadaqah) encouraged during Ramadan?

Charity during Ramadan, especially on the night of Lailatul Qadar, is highly encouraged as it increases the reward and brings one closer to Allah. Allah promises to multiply the rewards for those who give charity sincerely, whether it be men or women.

What is the role of avoiding sins during Ramadan?

Avoiding sins during Ramadan, especially on the night of Lailatul Qadar, is crucial for maximizing the benefits of this blessed period. A Muslim should strive to keep their heart and actions pure, focusing on good deeds and worship.

What does the hadith about Lailatul Qadar state regarding forgiveness?

The hadith says that whoever stands in prayer during Lailatul Qadar with faith and hope for Allah’s reward will have their past sins forgiven. This emphasizes the importance of worship during this night for spiritual purification.