PENJELASAN LENGKAP TENTANG SHALAT TARAWIH - Ustadz Abu Yahya Badrusalam, Lc

Summary

This video script discusses the practice and significance of Tarawih prayers during Ramadan. It emphasizes the importance of performing Tarawih in congregation, highlighting the traditions established by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions. The script addresses various opinions on the number of rakaat, from 11 to 40, and emphasizes that there is no fixed limit. It also touches upon the concept of resting between sets of four rakaat, based on the practices of early Muslims. Additionally, the video clarifies the misconception about completing the Qur'an during Tarawih and advises avoiding disputes over different interpretations, encouraging flexibility based on individual capacities.

Takeaways

• 😀 Taraweeh prayer is recommended to be performed in congregation, as it was practiced by the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) and the Sahabah.
• 😀 The number of rakaat in Taraweeh can vary. While the Prophet performed 11 rakaat, later scholars allow for more, including 21, 30, or even 40 rakaat.
• 😀 The Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) never performed more than 11 rakaat in Taraweeh, as stated by Aisha (radhiallahu anha).
• 😀 Scholars agree that the number of rakaat is flexible, and it's not a bid'ah (innovation) to perform more than 11 rakaat.
• 😀 Sheikhul Islam Ibn Taymiyyah suggested that performing 11 rakaat with long recitations is ideal, but performing more rakaat with shorter recitations is also acceptable.
• 😀 A rest after every four rakaat during Taraweeh is recommended, in accordance with the practices of the early Muslim generations.
• 😀 Aisha (radhiallahu anha) described the Prophet as praying four rakaat, resting, then continuing with more rakaat, which became a model for later generations.
• 😀 The recitation of the Quran during Taraweeh does not have a prescribed rule to complete the Quran in a month, though some scholars recommend it.
• 😀 The Hanafi and Hanbali schools of thought encourage completing the Quran during Taraweeh, but there is no explicit proof from the Prophet to make this an established Sunnah.
• 😀 In the early generations, Taraweeh could involve lengthy recitations, sometimes completing the Quran more frequently, while modern practice tends to involve shorter recitations.

Q & A

Why is it recommended to perform Tarawih in congregation?

It is recommended to perform Tarawih in congregation because it was practiced by the companions of the Prophet, starting from the time of Umar ibn Khattab, and this practice has continued throughout generations. There is no disagreement among scholars, making it an established consensus (ijma) among Islamic scholars.

What is the significance of performing Tarawih with an Imam?

Performing Tarawih with an Imam is significant because it is said that those who pray Tarawih together with the Imam will receive the reward of praying all night long. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) encouraged this practice to ensure the community prays together and gains great rewards.

How many Rak'ahs (units of prayer) are typically performed for Tarawih?

There is a difference of opinion among scholars regarding the number of Rak'ahs for Tarawih. Some scholars argue that it is 11 Rak'ahs based on the Hadith of Aisha (RA), while others allow more, such as 21 or even 40 Rak'ahs. The general consensus is that there is no strict limit, and it can vary.

What was the practice of Umar ibn Khattab regarding Tarawih?

During the time of Umar ibn Khattab, the Tarawih prayer was performed in congregation with 11 Rak'ahs. While some reports suggest that during Umar’s time it was 21 Rak'ahs, the authentic practice was 11, with long recitations of the Qur'an in each Rak'ah.

Is it considered a bid'ah (innovation) to pray more than 11 Rak'ahs for Tarawih?

No, praying more than 11 Rak'ahs for Tarawih is not considered a bid'ah (innovation) by any scholar. Scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah and the majority of scholars from the four major Islamic schools of thought allow the performance of more than 11 Rak'ahs, as long as it is done with good intention.

What did Ibn Taymiyyah say about the number of Rak'ahs for Tarawih?

Ibn Taymiyyah stated that there is no harm in praying more than 11 Rak'ahs for Tarawih. He acknowledged that different numbers, such as 11, 21, or 30 Rak'ahs, were practiced by different communities, and all are acceptable as long as they are done properly without burdening the congregation.

What is the reason for taking breaks between groups of Rak'ahs in Tarawih?

It is recommended to take breaks after every four Rak'ahs during Tarawih, as this was a practice of the Salaf (the early generations of Muslims). The break helps to prevent fatigue and allows the worshippers to continue their prayer with devotion and energy.

Is it necessary to complete the entire Qur'an during the Tarawih prayers in one month?

There is no specific requirement to complete the Qur'an during Tarawih in one month, and there is no evidence from the Prophet or the companions that suggests this practice is obligatory. Some schools of thought, like the Hanafi and Hanbali, suggest completing the Qur'an in a month, but this is a recommended practice, not a requirement.

What was the experience of the companions during Tarawih prayers, according to the narration?

The companions of the Prophet, such as in the time of Umar ibn Khattab, used to perform very long Tarawih prayers, with each Rak'ah consisting of long recitations from the Qur'an. They would sometimes stand so long that they would support themselves with staffs, as the prayers were extensive, sometimes lasting until Fajr (dawn).

Why might people nowadays struggle to perform long Tarawih prayers?

People today may struggle to perform long Tarawih prayers because of various factors such as the long hours between Isha (night prayer) and Fajr (dawn prayer), the physical exhaustion from fasting, and the fact that many are not used to such prolonged standing during prayer. Additionally, improper diet or overeating during Iftar (breaking the fast) can make it harder to concentrate and stay alert during prayer.