Ustadz Herfi G. Faizi ,Lc. | Kitab Tauhid | SESI 6 | TAUHID | PGA 2022

Summary

The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong belief in the oneness of Allah (Tauhid) by recognizing His ultimate power and authority. They discuss the dangers of associating anything or anyone, including oneself, with the power that belongs solely to Allah, which is considered shirk (idolatry). The speaker warns against placing too much significance on worldly means or efforts, reminding listeners that true faith involves trusting Allah's plan and accepting His will in all aspects of life. The message concludes with a reminder to embrace our role as servants of Allah and to avoid attempting to control outcomes that are in His hands.

Takeaways

• 🙏 Acknowledge the greatness and omnipotence of Allah, emphasizing that only Allah holds true power.
• 💪 Understand that everything besides Allah is weak and dependent on Him.
• 💰 Recognize that wealth and resources come only from Allah, and without His will, nothing can succeed.
• 🛡️ Allah alone has the power to protect and benefit His creations; no one else can bring harm or benefit without His permission.
• 🕊️ True belief in the oneness of Allah (Tauhid) means fully placing Allah as the one in control and seeing all else as His creations.
• 🚫 The major obstacle in Tauhid is Shirk, which involves placing creations, including oneself, in a position of power that belongs only to Allah.
• 💡 Shirk can manifest not only in worshiping idols but also in attempting to control or dictate terms to Allah based on personal desires.
• 🧠 Often, our greatest struggle in maintaining Tauhid is with ourselves, as we may unconsciously try to assume control that belongs to Allah.
• 🙏 Accept whatever Allah decrees, whether it aligns with our desires or not, as this acceptance is central to Tauhid.
• ☝️ The essence of Tauhid is realizing that as creations, we are meant to be guided by Allah, not to guide or dictate to Him.

Q & A

What is the main theme discussed in the script?

The main theme of the script is the concept of Tawhid, which is the belief in the oneness of Allah, and the importance of recognizing Allah as the only God while understanding the dangers of associating others with Him (Shirk).

How does the speaker define the concept of Shirk?

Shirk is defined as the act of associating others with Allah or placing anything or anyone, including oneself, in the position of God. It is considered the greatest threat to Tawhid.

What does the speaker say about the role of the self in Shirk?

The speaker emphasizes that the self is often the biggest challenge in maintaining Tawhid, as individuals might unconsciously position themselves or others in the role of God, particularly when they try to control or dictate outcomes.

Why does the speaker stress the importance of keeping Allah's greatness in the heart?

The speaker stresses that keeping Allah's greatness in the heart is crucial because it helps to eliminate the influence of created beings (makhluq) in one's heart, thus allowing true Tawhid to take root and prevent Shirk.

What does the speaker imply by saying that ‘Allah is Maha Kaya’?

By saying ‘Allah is Maha Kaya’ (The Most Wealthy), the speaker highlights that Allah is self-sufficient and possesses all wealth, while everything else is inherently in need or poor, depending entirely on Allah's will.

How does the speaker explain the issue of accepting divine will?

The speaker explains that accepting divine will involves recognizing that Allah’s decisions are always for the best, even when they are difficult to understand or accept. This acceptance is part of maintaining the correct relationship with Allah as a servant, rather than trying to control or dictate divine will.

What is the speaker’s advice regarding the perception of success and resources?

The speaker advises that while practical considerations like resources and influential people are important, they should not overshadow the belief in Allah's supreme power. Success should be attributed to Allah’s will rather than solely human effort or resources.

What example does the speaker use to illustrate the wrong approach to Tawhid in daily life?

The speaker uses the example of someone trying to manipulate Allah through prayer or good deeds, expecting a specific outcome (like wealth or health) and being disappointed when it doesn’t happen. This attitude is seen as placing oneself in a position of authority over Allah, which contradicts Tawhid.

What does the speaker mean by positioning Allah in the role of God and creation in the role of servant?

Positioning Allah in the role of God means fully acknowledging His authority and power over all things, while positioning creation in the role of servant means recognizing that everything else, including humans, is subject to Allah’s will and should act according to that understanding.

Why does the speaker mention the concept of 'enjoying servitude' in relation to Tawhid?

The speaker mentions 'enjoying servitude' to emphasize that true contentment and peace come from accepting one’s role as a servant of Allah, rather than trying to assume control over life’s outcomes. This acceptance is a key part of living with Tawhid.