SEJARAH PUASA

Summary

This video discusses the obligation of fasting during Ramadan as outlined in the Quran. It highlights the historical context of fasting, mentioning the practices of past prophets like Prophet Daud and Prophet Muhammad, as well as the fasting customs of different religious communities. The video emphasizes that fasting during Ramadan is a pillar of Islam and is obligatory for Muslims who meet certain conditions. It also explores the importance of fasting beyond just a ritual, underscoring its role in cultivating piety and fulfilling a fundamental duty of faith.

Takeaways

• 😀 Fasting during the month of Ramadan is an obligation for Muslims as stated in the Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah 183-185).
• 😀 Fasting was practiced by previous communities and prophets, such as Prophet Daud (David), who fasted every other day.
• 😀 Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) observed fasting on the 10th of Muharram (Ashura) before the obligatory Ramadan fast was established.
• 😀 Fasting during Ramadan is intended to develop piety (taqwa) in believers, as outlined in the Quran.
• 😀 Siti Maryam (Mary) also observed a form of fasting by refraining from speaking, as mentioned in the Quran.
• 😀 Jewish fasting traditions include refraining from eating, drinking, and even brushing teeth during certain fasts like Yom Kippur.
• 😀 The fasting of Prophet Musa (Moses) was initially 30 days, but after an incident, it was extended to 40 days, which influenced Jewish fasting practices.
• 😀 Before the obligation of Ramadan fasting, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also fasted three days in the middle of each month, known as 'Yaumul Bid'.
• 😀 The fasting during Ramadan is a fundamental pillar of Islam, and neglecting it can result in serious consequences, such as being considered an apostate (murtad).
• 😀 It is essential for Muslims who are able and meet the requirements to observe the fast of Ramadan; exemptions exist for those in specific circumstances (e.g., menstruation).

Q & A

What is the significance of fasting during Ramadan in Islam?

Fasting during Ramadan is an obligatory act of worship for Muslims, as it is commanded in the Qur'an (Surah Al-Baqarah, 183). It is meant to help individuals develop taqwa (God-consciousness) and is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

How is fasting in Ramadan connected to earlier communities and their practices?

Fasting was practiced by earlier communities, such as the followers of Prophet Dawud (David), who fasted one day and did not fast the next. Similarly, Siti Maryam (Mary) also practiced a form of fasting where she refrained from speaking as an act of devotion.

What is the fasting practice of Prophet Dawud, and why is it significant?

Prophet Dawud’s fasting practice involved fasting one day and not fasting the next. This is considered a highly recommended sunnah in Islam. It is significant because it is believed to be the most beloved fasting method to Allah, according to the hadith.

What was the fasting practice of Siti Maryam, and what does it teach us?

Siti Maryam practiced a form of fasting where she refrained from speaking as part of her vow to God. This teaches us that fasting is not only about abstaining from food and drink but also from other forms of indulgence, such as speaking.

What fasting practices did the Jewish community observe, and how does it relate to the Islamic practice?

The Jewish community observes fasting on days such as Yom Kippur, where they abstain from food, drink, and even brushing their teeth. In Islam, Prophet Musa’s fasting practice was initially 30 days, which was later extended to 40 days after a correction from Allah.

What was the fasting practice of Prophet Muhammad before Ramadan was made obligatory?

Before the obligatory fasting of Ramadan, Prophet Muhammad fasted on the 10th of Muharram (Ashura) and also fasted three days in the middle of each month. These fasts were initially obligatory but later became voluntary after the command for Ramadan fasting was revealed.

How did the fasting practices of Prophet Muhammad change after the command for Ramadan fasting was revealed?

After the command for Ramadan fasting was revealed, the fasting on the 10th of Muharram (Ashura) and the middle days of the month (Yaumul Bid) became voluntary (sunnah) instead of obligatory.

What does the verse in Surah Al-Baqarah (183) emphasize about fasting?

The verse emphasizes that fasting during Ramadan is an obligatory act for all Muslims who are able to fast. It also underscores that fasting is a means to develop taqwa (God-consciousness), similar to the practice of previous communities.

Who is exempt from fasting during Ramadan according to Islamic law?

Exemptions from fasting include individuals who are ill, pregnant, nursing, menstruating, or facing other conditions that would make fasting harmful. These individuals are allowed to make up the fast later or offer compensation (fidya) if they are unable to fast.

What is the ruling for someone who denies the obligation of fasting during Ramadan?

Anyone who denies the obligation of fasting during Ramadan is considered to have committed an act of apostasy (murtad), as fasting during Ramadan is one of the core tenets of Islam and a fundamental part of its practice.