KULTUM RAMADHAN |HARI KE -9| HERDIANTO PRADANA PUTRA XII D |SMAN 1 DRINGU|

Key Concepts:

• Bulan Ramadan (Ramadan month): A special month in Islam where rewards for good deeds are multiplied.
• Doa (Prayer/Supplication): A form of worship and communication with Allah.
• Mustajab (Likely to be answered): Referring to times when prayers are more likely to be accepted by Allah.
• Surah Al-Baqarah (Chapter Al-Baqarah): The second and longest chapter of the Quran.
• Ayat (Verse): A verse in the Quran.
• Hadis (Sayings/Traditions): Sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
• Mudarat (Harm): Negative consequences or harm.
• Sepertiga malam terakhir (Last third of the night): The period before dawn, considered a blessed time.
• Sahur (Pre-dawn meal): The meal consumed before fasting begins in Ramadan.
• Berbuka (Breaking the fast): The act of ending the fast at sunset.

Ramadan as a Special Month and the Importance of Prayer

The speaker begins by expressing gratitude to Allah for the blessings of Ramadan and good health. He emphasizes the importance of sending blessings (selawat) to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ramadan is highlighted as a special month where the rewards for good deeds are multiplied, with prayer (doa) being a particularly significant act of worship.

Quranic Basis for Prayer in Ramadan

The speaker quotes Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 186, which translates to: "And when My servants ask you, [O Muhammad], concerning Me - indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. So let them respond to Me [by obedience] and believe in Me that they may be [rightly] guided."

He notes that this verse is surrounded by verses about fasting (verses 183-187), indicating that prayer is an integral part of the fasting experience. This connection emphasizes that prayer is an inseparable part of the Ramadan fast.

The Need for Prayer and Avoiding Arrogance

The speaker stresses the importance of praying to Allah as a sign of humility and dependence on Him. He warns against becoming arrogant and neglecting prayer, reminding listeners that they should always seek Allah's help in their endeavors.

Mustajab Times for Prayer

The speaker identifies three times when prayers are more likely to be answered (mustajab):

1. Waktu Sahur (Pre-dawn): Specifically, during the last third of the night.
2. Saat Berpuasa (While Fasting): Throughout the duration of the fast.
3. Saat Berbuka (At the time of breaking the fast): When ending the fast at sunset.

These times are supported by hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad).

Reasons for Delayed or Unanswered Prayers

The speaker addresses the common concern of prayers not being answered immediately or in the way desired. He explains that:

• Delayed Acceptance: Allah may delay the fulfillment of a prayer until the person is ready to receive it.
• Prevention of Harm: Allah may not grant a specific request if He knows it will ultimately cause harm (mudarat) to the individual.
• Replacement with Something Better: Allah may replace the requested blessing with something better that the individual may not even realize they need.

The speaker emphasizes that Allah knows what is best for us, even better than we know ourselves.

Conclusion

The speaker concludes by apologizing for any shortcomings and reiterating the importance of prayer in Ramadan. He ends with the traditional Islamic greeting, "Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh."

Main Takeaways:

The main takeaways are the importance of prayer in Ramadan, the Quranic basis for this importance, the best times to pray, and the understanding that unanswered prayers are not necessarily rejected but may be delayed, replaced, or prevented due to Allah's wisdom and knowledge of what is best for the individual. The speech encourages humility, reliance on Allah, and trust in His divine plan.