6 Hari Puasa Syawal - ustadz Adi Hidayat

Summary

In this video, the speaker highlights the significance of fasting six days during the month of Shawwal, following the completion of Ramadan. Based on a narration from the Prophet Muhammad (saw), those who fast these six days are rewarded as if they fasted for an entire year. The video explains the flexibility in observing these fasts, which can be done consecutively or intermittently. The speaker emphasizes the spiritual value and the remarkable reward of combining Ramadan and Shawwal fasts, ultimately encouraging viewers to engage in this act of worship for spiritual fulfillment and blessings.

Takeaways

• 😀 The script begins with a greeting and praise to Allah, expressing gratitude for completing the Ramadan fast and celebrating Eid al-Fitr.
• 😀 The significance of Syawal, the month following Ramadan, is emphasized as a time to continue building connections and strengthening family ties.
• 😀 The Hadith narrated by Abu Ayyub al-Anshari highlights the reward for fasting six days in Syawal after completing Ramadan, equating the reward to fasting for an entire year.
• 😀 The reward for fasting Ramadan for a month and then following it with six days of fasting in Syawal is explained to equal the reward of fasting for a year.
• 😀 The concept of 'hasanat' (good deeds) is introduced, explaining that each good deed in Islam is multiplied by ten, as mentioned in Surah Al-An’am, verse 160.
• 😀 The total reward for fasting one full month of Ramadan and then six days in Syawal is calculated as 360 days, which is equivalent to a full year of fasting.
• 😀 The Hadith emphasizes that those who complete both Ramadan and the six days of Syawal fasting receive immense spiritual rewards from Allah.
• 😀 The technical details of how to fast during Syawal are discussed, with two possible approaches: fasting the six days consecutively or with breaks in between.
• 😀 It is explained that fasting can start from the second day of Syawal and can be done consecutively or with gaps, depending on personal or social circumstances.
• 😀 The importance of enjoying family gatherings and meals in the early days of Syawal is highlighted, with the suggestion that one should not fast on the first day to participate in celebrations and social events.

Q & A

What is the significance of fasting during the month of Syawal after Ramadan?

Fasting during the month of Syawal, specifically the 6 days following Eid, holds great value as it is said to reward the believer with the reward of fasting for an entire year. This is based on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

How many days of fasting in Syawal are required to gain the reward of a whole year of fasting?

The reward of fasting for an entire year is granted to those who complete 6 days of fasting in the month of Syawal after Ramadan.

What hadith explains the reward for fasting 6 days in Syawal?

The hadith explaining this reward is narrated by Abu Ayyub al-Anshari, where Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said that anyone who fasts the 6 days of Syawal after completing Ramadan will receive the reward as if they have fasted for an entire year.

What does the number 10 signify in relation to fasting and good deeds in Islam?

In Islam, every good deed is rewarded tenfold by Allah, meaning that the reward for one act of fasting or a good deed is multiplied by 10. This multiplication is mentioned in Surah Al-An'am, verse 160 of the Quran.

How do the days of Ramadan and the 6 days of Syawal accumulate to make up the reward of a whole year of fasting?

The reward of fasting the entire month of Ramadan is multiplied by 10, which equals 300 days. Fasting the 6 days of Syawal is also multiplied by 10, resulting in 60 days. Together, 300 + 60 = 360 days, which is roughly equivalent to fasting for an entire year.

Is it necessary to fast all 6 days of Syawal consecutively?

No, it is not necessary to fast all 6 days of Syawal consecutively. The fasts can be spread out over the month, with breaks in between, as long as they are completed within the month of Syawal.

What does the word 'tsumma' in the hadith suggest about the fasting in Syawal?

The word 'tsumma' indicates that the fasting can be done either consecutively or with gaps in between, meaning the 6 days can be spread throughout the month as long as they are completed.

Why might a person choose not to fast on the first day of Syawal?

The first day of Syawal is Eid al-Fitr, and fasting on this day is prohibited. It is a day of celebration, feasting, and family gatherings, and fasting would interfere with these important activities.

What should a person do if they cannot fast all 6 days consecutively due to family gatherings or celebrations?

If a person is unable to fast consecutively due to family gatherings or celebrations, they can skip fasting for a day or two and continue with their fasts on other days during Syawal, as long as they complete the 6 days within the month.

What is the overall benefit of fasting 6 days in Syawal after Ramadan according to the hadith?

The overall benefit of fasting 6 days in Syawal is the immense reward of fasting for an entire year. This is a way for believers to gain additional spiritual merit after the completion of the obligatory fast of Ramadan.