[EmperoKultum Eps. 18] Bersama Ustadzah Zida Sufi Maharani, S.Pd.I - Sholawat Nabi Muhammad SAW

Summary

In this khutbah, the speaker highlights the significance of sending blessings (salawat) upon the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) during the month of Ramadan. The speaker emphasizes the importance of this practice, particularly during the second ten days of Ramadan, which focus on seeking Allah's forgiveness. Through the intercession of angels—Jibril, Mikail, Israfil, and Izrail—those who frequently recite salawat will receive rewards like forgiveness, protection, and guidance on the Day of Judgment. The khutbah encourages youth to integrate salawat into their daily routine, especially after prayers and during qiyamulail, as a means to seek blessings and closeness to Allah.

Takeaways

• 😀 Gratitude for Allah's blessings: The speaker opens with gratitude for the health and opportunity to observe the 10th day of Ramadan.
• 😀 Importance of sending blessings (selawat) to Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam): The main theme focuses on the virtues of regularly sending selawat.
• 😀 Ramadan's significance: The 10th day of Ramadan is important for reflection and spiritual growth, as it enters the middle of the month.
• 😀 Allah's command: The Quran (Surah Al-Ahzab, 33:56) commands the believers to send blessings upon the Prophet.
• 😀 The role of angels: The angels (Jibril, Mikail, Israfil, and Izrail) interact with the Prophet and offer rewards for those who send blessings upon him.
• 😀 The rewards of sending selawat: The speaker emphasizes the spiritual rewards, such as guidance across the Sirat and water from the Kautsar in the afterlife.
• 😀 The significance of quantity: The speaker suggests reciting selawat 100 times after each prayer and 500 times during the night, totaling 1000 times in a day.
• 😀 Angel Mikail’s role: Mikail will bring water from the Kautsar for those who often send blessings to the Prophet, ensuring they never feel thirsty in the afterlife.
• 😀 Angel Israfil’s intercession: Israfil will plead with Allah to forgive the sins of those who frequently send blessings to the Prophet, even if they have many sins.
• 😀 Angel Izrail’s gentle manner of taking the soul: Izrail will take the soul of those who frequently send blessings in a gentle manner, akin to how he takes the souls of the prophets.

Q & A

What is the main theme of the speech in the transcript?

The main theme of the speech is the importance and benefits of sending salawat (blessings) upon Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.S), particularly during the blessed month of Ramadan.

Why is Ramadan mentioned in the speech?

Ramadan is mentioned as a time for spiritual reflection and prayer, and the speaker emphasizes the significance of performing acts of worship, such as sending salawat, especially in the second ten days of Ramadan, which are filled with Allah's forgiveness.

What verse from the Quran is cited in the speech?

The verse cited is from Surah Al-Ahzab, Ayah 56: 'Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who have believed, ask [ Allah to confer] blessing upon him and ask [ Allah to grant him] peace.'

What role do the angels play in the discussion about salawat?

The angels, including Jibril, Mikail, Israfil, and Izrail, are described as playing important roles in assisting those who frequently recite salawat upon the Prophet Muhammad. Each angel has a specific benefit for those who engage in this practice, such as guidance on the Sirat (bridge) and intercession for forgiveness.

How does Angel Jibril interact with those who send salawat?

Angel Jibril promises to guide those who frequently send salawat to the Prophet Muhammad across the Sirat in the afterlife, ensuring they are assisted by the angels.

What benefit does Angel Mikail provide for those who send salawat?

Angel Mikail offers water from the Kauthar River in the afterlife to those who send salawat, ensuring they will never experience thirst when waiting for the judgment of Allah.

How does Angel Israfil assist those who send salawat?

Angel Israfil is said to intercede for those with many sins, praying to Allah for their forgiveness, and promising to continue his supplication until their sins are forgiven.

What is the role of Angel Izrail in relation to salawat?

Angel Izrail, who is responsible for taking souls, will ease the transition of those who frequently send salawat, taking their souls gently, as he does with the Prophets and Messengers.

How many times should one recite salawat each day according to the speech?

It is suggested that one recite salawat 100 times after each obligatory prayer (subuh, zuhur, asar, maghrib, isya) and an additional 500 times during Qiyamul Lail (night prayer), totaling 1000 recitations in one day.

What is the hoped-for outcome for those who frequently recite salawat?

The speaker hopes that those who frequently recite salawat will be among those who receive intercession from the Prophet Muhammad and assistance from the angels, ultimately achieving forgiveness and blessings from Allah.