#13 Kalam Senja Ramadan 2025 - Menjaga Kualitas Puasa

Summary

In this heartfelt Ramadan message, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining spiritual discipline during the holy month. They outline six essential actions for improving the quality of fasting: guarding the eyes from distractions, controlling the tongue to avoid harmful speech, protecting the ears from forbidden content, keeping the body free from sinful activities, eating moderately during Iftar, and remembering Allah’s mercy and fear of His punishment. The speaker encourages believers to engage in reciting the Quran, zikr (remembrance of Allah), and seeking knowledge. The message closes with a prayer for acceptance of good deeds during Ramadan.

Takeaways

• 😀 Maintain the purity of your gaze: Avoid looking at distractions or anything that leads you away from remembering Allah during Ramadan.
• 😀 Speak wisely: Protect your tongue from lies, insults, gossip, and arguments; instead, focus on reciting the Quran and remembering Allah.
• 😀 Guard your ears: Do not listen to anything harmful or sinful. Use this time to listen to the Quran and beneficial religious teachings.
• 😀 Protect your entire body from actions that are forbidden by Allah, and engage in good deeds, like attending the mosque and studying religious knowledge.
• 😀 Avoid overeating at Iftar: Allah dislikes those who excessively indulge while breaking their fast. Eat moderately.
• 😀 Reflect on two key aspects while fasting: fear of Allah’s punishment and hope for His mercy.
• 😀 Ramadan is an opportunity to increase your Quran recitation and knowledge to benefit yourself and others.
• 😀 During Ramadan, silence is often better than speaking negatively or gossiping about others.
• 😀 Remember that fasting isn't just about abstaining from food and drink, but also about protecting oneself from negative actions and thoughts.
• 😀 As you approach Iftar, make dua (prayers) and remember the blessings and mercy of Allah. Recite the shahada and seek forgiveness.

Q & A

What is the first important thing to focus on for a good quality fast during Ramadan?

The first important thing is to maintain control over the eyes by avoiding distractions and looking at things that might lead us away from remembering Allah, such as unnecessary entertainment.

Why is it emphasized to protect the tongue during Ramadan?

The tongue should be protected from harmful actions like lying, cursing, gossiping, and causing conflict, as these actions negatively affect the quality of our fasting. It’s recommended to remain silent when we have nothing good to say and instead focus on reading the Qur'an and engaging in remembrance of Allah.

What role does listening play in maintaining a proper fast?

Just like the tongue, the ears should also be safeguarded from listening to things that are forbidden by Allah. Instead, during Ramadan, it’s advised to listen to the recitation of the Qur'an and religious lectures that help strengthen our faith.

How can we protect our entire body during Ramadan?

We should avoid engaging in activities that are haram (forbidden) or sinful. This can be done by visiting places like mosques, prayer halls, and religious study centers, where we are less likely to encounter distractions that would harm our fasting.

What is the guidance regarding breaking the fast?

It is important not to break the fast excessively. Allah dislikes those who overeat during the iftar (breaking of the fast). Therefore, it’s recommended to eat in moderation and avoid indulging too much during Ramadan.

What two things should we keep in mind during fasting?

First, we should always remain conscious of Allah's punishment, and second, we should consistently hope for His mercy. These two reminders help maintain the spiritual focus and humility needed during fasting.

What is the significance of saying certain supplications before breaking the fast?

Before breaking the fast, saying specific supplications, such as 'Bismillahirrahmanirrahim' and asking for forgiveness, is a means to purify the heart and seek Allah’s mercy. This helps to maintain a connection with Allah and seek His approval during this sacred time.

How should we approach the use of our time during Ramadan?

During Ramadan, it’s recommended to spend our time wisely by reading the Qur'an, seeking knowledge, and engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah). These actions help us grow spiritually and maintain focus on the true purpose of fasting.

What is the importance of staying away from bad company during Ramadan?

Staying away from bad company is essential because negative influences can lead to sinful behavior and distract us from the spiritual goals of Ramadan. It is better to surround oneself with those who encourage good actions and religious devotion.

How does Ramadan help in purifying a Muslim’s character?

Ramadan provides a structured time for Muslims to cleanse themselves spiritually by refraining from sinful actions, controlling desires, and focusing on worship. This leads to the purification of character by developing self-discipline, patience, and a deeper connection with Allah.