Menjadikan Ramadhan Sebagai Titik Awal Hijrah Secara Global (Dr. Hj. Muslimah, M.Pd.I)

Summary

In this powerful talk, the speaker reflects on the significance of Ramadan as a time for spiritual growth and transformation. Ramadan is highlighted as a time of blessings, with Allah rewarding acts of worship and granting forgiveness. The concept of hijrah, or migration, is explored as a transition from negativity to goodness, from local thinking to global awareness. The speaker emphasizes the importance of taqwa (piety) and how it involves being cautious, following the Qur'an, accepting Allah's will, and preparing for death. The talk encourages global collaboration in spreading the message of hijrah, starting from individual actions and expanding to create widespread positive change.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ramadan is a blessed month where Allah promises multiplied rewards and opens the gates of Heaven.
• 😀 Ramadan is an ideal time for self-improvement and spiritual transformation, symbolized by the concept of 'hijrah'.
• 😀 'Hijrah' in Islam means a shift from bad to good, from imperfection to perfection, and from a narrow to a global mindset.
• 😀 The Qur'an, specifically Surah Al-Baqarah (183), emphasizes fasting as a means to achieve taqwa (God-consciousness).
• 😀 Taqwa is characterized by four main qualities: fear of Allah, following the Qur'an, accepting Allah's decrees, and preparing for death.
• 😀 The fear of Allah refers to a conscious effort to follow Allah’s commands and avoid His prohibitions.
• 😀 The Qur'an is presented as the ultimate guide for life, with the belief that its teachings are the divine will of Allah.
• 😀 True taqwa means accepting Allah's will without questioning, trusting that whatever happens is for the best according to divine wisdom.
• 😀 One must always remember and prepare for the inevitable death, as it leads to the eternal life in the Hereafter, which is the true, everlasting existence.
• 😀 Hijrah today also means embracing global connectivity and working on collective efforts, as seen in international da'wah (preaching) collaborations across various countries like Turkey, Malaysia, and Pakistan.
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes the importance of personal transformation, stating that even small, individual changes can have a widespread global impact if done collectively.

Q & A

What is the significance of the month of Ramadan in Islam according to the speaker?

Ramadan is a blessed month in Islam, where Allah promises to multiply rewards, open the gates of Heaven, and bind the devils. It is a time when Allah fulfills the wishes of those who ask, making it an ideal moment for spiritual renewal and reflection.

What does the speaker suggest is an important aspect of Ramadan aside from fasting?

The speaker emphasizes that Ramadan is an opportunity for hijrah, which is not just a physical migration but a broader concept of spiritual and moral transformation, shifting from bad to good and from narrow to global thinking.

What does the Quran verse from Surah Al-Baqarah, 183 highlight about fasting?

The verse from Surah Al-Baqarah emphasizes that fasting is obligatory for the believers, just as it was for those before them. The purpose of fasting is to cultivate taqwa (God-consciousness) in individuals.

How does Ali Bin Abi Talib define a person with taqwa?

Ali Bin Abi Talib identifies four characteristics of a person with taqwa: fear of Allah, following the guidance of the Quran, accepting Allah’s decrees without question, and preparing for the afterlife.

What does the speaker mean by ‘Tanzil’ in the context of taqwa?

Tanzil refers to fully accepting and following the Quran as the guiding principle for life, as it represents the divine will and instructions from Allah.

What is the metaphor used by Umar Bin Khattab to describe a person with taqwa?

Umar Bin Khattab uses the metaphor of a person walking on a path with thorns, carefully placing their feet to avoid stepping on them. This symbolizes being cautious about distinguishing between what is halal (permissible), haram (forbidden), and questionable (shubhat) in life.

Why does the speaker emphasize the importance of hijrah in the modern, globalized world?

The speaker stresses that in today’s world, with rapidly advancing technology and widespread access to information, hijrah becomes even more significant. It offers a chance to globally influence individuals’ lives and facilitate moral and spiritual growth.

What role do international collaborations play in spreading the message of hijrah, according to the speaker?

The speaker highlights the efforts of Aisyah in Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia, working with other international branches in Turkey, Malaysia, Pakistan, and beyond. These collaborations help spread the message of hijrah, impacting individuals across different countries and creating a broader, global impact.

How does the speaker suggest that hijrah can begin on an individual level?

The speaker encourages starting hijrah from within, by making personal changes in one’s behavior and mindset. This transformation, if done collectively, can lead to a significant global impact.

What is the speaker’s final message to the audience?

The speaker concludes with a call for everyone to begin their hijrah from themselves, encouraging small personal changes that can have a collective and global impact. They also seek forgiveness for any mistakes and offer a respectful greeting of peace.