3 Makna dan Istilah Puasa || Ustadz Adi Hidayat Lc MA

Summary

This transcript provides a detailed explanation of the Islamic fasting practices, focusing on the terminology used in Arabic: 'saum,' 'siam,' and 'imsak.' It explores their meanings and how they relate to fasting during Ramadan, with an emphasis on the specific rules governing the fast, such as abstaining from food, drink, and inappropriate behavior from dawn (fajr) to sunset (maghrib). The speaker also clarifies common misconceptions regarding the timing of fasting, such as the importance of the azan to mark the start of the fast and the proper usage of the term 'imsak' as a reminder before fajr.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Arabic term 'saum' is a general term for fasting, which can refer to abstaining from anything, not just food or drink.
• 😀 'Siam' is a more specific term for fasting in Islam, referring to abstaining from food, drink, and other actions that break the fast, from dawn until sunset.
• 😀 The Quran uses the term 'siam' to refer to the fast during Ramadan, emphasizing its specific rules and conditions.
• 😀 The term 'imsak' is another word for fasting, which denotes the moment when one must stop eating or drinking before dawn to begin fasting.
• 😀 'Saum' is used only once in the Quran (Surah Maryam), while 'siam' is used more frequently in reference to fasting during Ramadan.
• 😀 To ensure clarity, it’s better to use 'siam' when referring to fasting during Ramadan, as it is more specific.
• 😀 The start of fasting is marked by the appearance of Fajr (dawn) and is confirmed when the adhan (call to prayer) for Fajr is heard.
• 😀 If the adhan is heard, you must stop eating and drinking immediately, as fasting has begun.
• 😀 The time called 'imsak' is commonly used as a warning 10-15 minutes before Fajr, but it’s technically not the actual time for starting the fast.
• 😀 In early Islamic history, the companion Abdullah bin Abi Ummi Maktum used to call out the 'tanbih' (warning) before Fajr to alert people that dawn was approaching and sahur (pre-dawn meal) was ending.

Q & A

What are the three Arabic terms used for fasting in the script?

The three Arabic terms for fasting mentioned in the script are 'Saum', 'Siam', and 'Imsak'.

What does the term 'Saum' signify in the Quran, according to the script?

'Saum' in the Quran refers to a general form of abstinence, such as not eating, drinking, or engaging in certain activities, but it is not specifically linked to the ritual fast of Ramadan.

How does the term 'Siam' differ from 'Saum' in terms of fasting?

'Siam' refers to a specific, formal type of fasting during Ramadan, where one abstains from eating, drinking, and actions that can invalidate the fast, from dawn until sunset.

What is the significance of 'Siam' in the Quran?

'Siam' is the term used in the Quran to describe the fasting observed in Ramadan, emphasizing the need to refrain from activities like eating, drinking, and sinning during the day from dawn until sunset.

What does 'Imsak' mean in relation to fasting?

'Imsak' is another term used for fasting, and it is essentially another name for 'Siam' or 'Saum', referring to the act of refraining from food and drink from dawn onward.

How is the start of the fasting period determined according to the Quran?

The fasting period begins at dawn, marked by the appearance of the first light of Fajr, as described in Quran Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 187.

What was the cultural issue regarding the timing of the Azan for Fajr during the time of the Prophet?

The issue arose when people were unsure if they should stop eating immediately when they heard the Azan, as it was a new experience. This led to the practice of an early Azan, referred to as 'Tanbih', to signal that Fajr was approaching.

What is the difference between 'Imsak' and the regular Azan for Fajr?

'Imsak' refers to the period just before Fajr when people are urged to stop eating and drinking, while the Azan for Fajr marks the official start of the fasting time.

What is the role of 'Tanbih' in the practice of fasting?

'Tanbih' refers to the early warning Azan given by Abdullah bin Abi Ummi Maktum before the main Azan to alert people that Fajr was approaching and to finish their pre-dawn meal.

What is the importance of using the correct terminology in discussing fasting during Ramadan?

Using the correct terms, such as 'Siam' instead of 'Saum', is important to ensure clarity and precision in understanding the ritual of fasting as it is specifically mentioned in the Quran and the Hadith.