The Progress of Civilization from the Perspective of Islamic Values

 

Civilization represents the collective achievements of humanity in social, cultural, scientific, and moral domains. From the perspective of Islamic values, civilization is not merely material progress but a holistic endeavor that integrates spiritual, ethical, and intellectual dimensions. This essay explores the progress of civilization from the current global context through the lens of Islamic principles, focusing on their contributions to development, justice, knowledge, and coexistence.

Islamic civilization is deeply rooted in values derived from the Qur'an and Sunnah (the teachings of Prophet Muhammad). These values emphasize monotheism (*Tawhid*), justice (*Adl*), knowledge (*Ilm*), and ethical conduct. Central to this framework is the belief that humans are vicegerents (*khalifah*) on Earth, tasked with upholding divine guidance and fostering societal welfare[1][7].

The Islamic worldview integrates material and spiritual aspects of life. Unlike secular paradigms that often separate religion from public life, Islam envisions a composite system where all facets of human existence—economic, social, political, and cultural—are aligned with divine principles. This holistic approach ensures that progress is not achieved at the expense of moral decay or social inequity[7].

Historically, Islamic civilization played a pivotal role in advancing human knowledge. During its "Golden Age" (8th–13th centuries), Muslim scholars made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, medicine, astronomy, philosophy, and architecture. Inspired by Qur'anic injunctions to seek knowledge and understand the universe, they preserved and expanded upon the intellectual heritage of earlier civilizations[8].

This legacy underscore the Islamic principle that knowledge is an obligation for all Muslims. The Qur'an's first revelation—"Read!"—emphasizes literacy and intellectual inquiry as foundational to human dignity and progress [5]. Modern Islamic thought continues to advocate for integrating scientific advancements with ethical considerations to address contemporary challenges such as climate change, inequality, and technological ethics[1][8].

 Justice is a cornerstone of Islamic civilization. The Qur'an mandates fairness in governance, resource distribution, and interpersonal relations. Prophet Muhammad exemplified this principle by establishing a society in Medina where rights were upheld regardless of faith or social status[2][5]. This emphasis on justice aligns with modern aspirations for equitable development.

In contemporary contexts, Islamic values advocate for sustainable development that balances economic growth with environmental stewardship and social equity. For instance, zakat (charitable giving) serves as a mechanism for wealth redistribution, reducing poverty and fostering social solidarity[3].

Islamic civilization has historically thrived on cultural exchange and inclusivity. Early Muslims engaged with diverse cultures—Greek, Persian, Indian—and integrated their scientific and philosophical achievements into Islamic thought. This openness fostered a dynamic intellectual environment that propelled progress[2][6].

Modern Islamic values continue to emphasize peaceful coexistence and mutual respect among different cultures and religions. Tolerance (*tasamuh*) is a key principle that encourages dialogue and collaboration in addressing global issues such as conflict resolution and humanitarian crises

While Islamic values offer a robust framework for civilization building, their practical application faces challenges in today's complex world. Issues such as political instability in many Muslim-majority countries, misinterpretations of religious teachings, and external pressures from globalization hinder their full realization.

However, these challenges also present opportunities for renewal. By revisiting the ethical foundations of Islamic civilization, contemporary Muslim societies can address modern dilemmas while staying true to their values. For example, integrating Islamic principles into global discourses on sustainability can provide unique perspectives on achieving harmony between humanity and nature[1][7].

From the perspective of Islamic values, civilization is not merely about material advancements but encompasses moral integrity, social justice, intellectual growth, and spiritual fulfillment. Historically, these principles have guided significant contributions to human progress. In the modern era, they remain relevant as a source of guidance for addressing global challenges while promoting a balanced and inclusive vision of development.

By aligning technological innovation with ethical imperatives and fostering intercultural dialogue rooted in justice and compassion, Islamic values can contribute meaningfully to shaping a more equitable and harmonious world.

 

References

[1] https://brill.com/view/journals/jie/6/2/article-p284_6.xml?language=en

[2] https://www.al-islam.org/message-thaqalayn/vol-18-no-3-autumn-20171439/islamic-culture-civilization-asl/islamic-culture-and

[3] https://masarat-sy.org/en/understanding-islamic-values-their-implications-and-impact-on-community-building-and-sustainable-development/

[4] https://www.crvp.org/publications/Series-IIA/IIA-9-Contents.pdf

[5] https://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2102086.pdf

[6] https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-history-of-islam/sources-of-islamic-civilization/03146CB37539C2BEAD781A8CAF50DF15

[7] https://journals.iium.edu.my/jiasia/index.php/jia/article/download/244/89

[8] https://mushafjournal.com/index.php/mj/article/view/226

[9] https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333200597_Islam_And_Civilization_Analysis_Study_On_The_History_Of_Civilization_In_Islam

A Personal Reflection on 2024

 

As we near the close of 2024, I find myself reflecting on a year marked by significant shifts in global politics, the evolution of our collective civilization, and the breathtaking advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). This year has been nothing short of transformative, forcing us to grapple with complex challenges while simultaneously marveling at human ingenuity.

Global Politics: A Year of Polarization and Diplomacy

The geopolitical landscape in 2024 has been characterized by deepening polarization alongside glimpses of diplomatic breakthroughs. The Russia-Ukraine conflict, now in its third year, remains a focal point of international concern. Despite efforts by mediators, including Indonesia’s peace diplomacy under the Non-Aligned Movement, a lasting resolution remains elusive. Observing this as an academic in international relations, I am struck by how deeply entrenched narratives continue to hinder genuine progress. Scholars like Mearsheimer (2021) remind us that realism often dominates in moments of conflict, and 2024 has provided ample evidence of this theory in practice.

Elsewhere, the Middle East witnessed heightened tensions following the escalation of the Gaza conflict earlier this year. Iran’s assertive posture toward Israel has underscored the enduring complexities of religious and geopolitical identities in the region. Yet, amidst the chaos, diplomacy has occasionally prevailed. The Abraham Accords, albeit limited in scope, continue to evolve as nations experiment with cooperation in a landscape rife with mistrust.

One of the more hopeful stories this year has been Africa’s growing assertiveness on the global stage. The African Union’s inclusion in the G20 marks a symbolic shift, recognizing the continent’s potential to influence global economic and political dialogues (Ajayi, 2024). For me, this signifies a long-overdue acknowledgment of Africa’s role in shaping the 21st century, a sentiment echoed in works by scholars like Acemoglu and Robinson (2012).

Civilization: The Fragility and Resilience of Society

Turning to civilization, 2024 has laid bare both the fragility and resilience of human societies. The climate crisis continues to challenge us with its urgency. Record-breaking heatwaves across Europe and catastrophic flooding in Asia have served as grim reminders of our failure to act decisively. Yet, there have been bright spots, too. The COP29 summit in Nairobi saw unprecedented commitments from developed nations to fund renewable energy projects in the Global South. The emphasis on green technology is a testament to humanity’s ability to innovate when pushed to the brink.

Another striking development has been the rise of movements advocating for ethical governance and social justice. From Indonesia’s push for transparency in its regional elections to global protests against corruption in Latin America, 2024 has highlighted a universal yearning for accountability. This reflects Samuel Huntington’s (1991) assertion that democratization occurs in waves, and perhaps we are witnessing the beginning of a new one.

The Progress of AI: A Double-Edged Sword

And then, there is AI—the defining innovation of our time. If 2023 was the year of mass adoption, 2024 has been the year of integration. AI tools have become omnipresent, from healthcare diagnostics to content creation, reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. As someone who frequently engages with AI, I have been both awed and unsettled by its capabilities.

One of the year’s most profound moments was the launch of GPT-5, which surpassed its predecessors in both natural language understanding and ethical reasoning. Its applications in education have been groundbreaking, enabling tailored learning experiences for students worldwide. However, the dark side of AI has also become evident. The proliferation of deepfakes and the misuse of generative AI to spread disinformation have raised alarm bells globally. A report by Floridi and Cowls (2024) highlights the ethical dilemmas inherent in deploying such powerful technologies without robust oversight.

Bridging the Themes: Lessons from 2024

What stands out to me as I reflect on these three themes is their interconnectedness. Global politics shapes the way civilizations respond to challenges, and AI is both a tool and a disruptor within these dynamics. The growing reliance on AI in diplomacy, for example, signals a shift in how states interact, with algorithms now assisting in everything from drafting treaties to monitoring compliance. Yet, as much as we embrace AI, we must remember that it is a product of human design, reflecting our biases and aspirations.

In reflecting on 2024, I am reminded of Yuval Noah Harari’s (2015) assertion that history’s trajectory is not linear but contingent upon the choices we make. This year, we have been given tools to address our most pressing challenges—from renewable energy technologies to AI-powered solutions—but the outcomes will depend on our collective will to use them responsibly.

Looking Ahead: Hopes and Fears for 2025

As we look toward 2025, my hope is that we build on the lessons of this year. In global politics, I hope for a renewed commitment to multilateralism. The world is too interconnected to afford the isolationism that some leaders continue to champion. I also hope for advancements in climate action, particularly in translating promises into tangible outcomes. AI, for all its potential, needs stricter ethical frameworks to ensure it serves humanity rather than exacerbating inequalities.

Of course, fears persist. The possibility of AI entrenching authoritarian control is real, as evidenced by its use in surveillance states. The risk of global conflicts escalating due to misinformation also looms large. Yet, as an optimist, I believe in humanity’s capacity to adapt and overcome. We are, after all, a species defined by resilience and creativity.

In conclusion, 2024 has been a year of contrasts: progress and setbacks, innovation and caution. It leaves us with questions that only 2025 can answer. Will we rise to the occasion or falter under the weight of our challenges? As we step into a new year, let us carry forward the lessons of 2024, striving for a future that reflects the best of what we can be.

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References

Acemoglu, D., & Robinson, J. A. (2012). Why nations fail: The origins of power, prosperity, and poverty. Crown Business.

Ajayi, A. (2024). Africa in the G20: A new chapter in global governance. African Affairs Journal, 123(4), 567-589.

Floridi, L., & Cowls, J. (2024). Ethics in the age of AI: Principles and challenges. Journal of Artificial Intelligence Ethics, 5(2), 213-230.

Harari, Y. N. (2015). Sapiens: A brief history of humankind. Harper.

Huntington, S. P. (1991). The third wave: Democratization in the late twentieth century. University of Oklahoma Press.

Mearsheimer, J. J. (2021). The great delusion: Liberal dreams and international realities. Yale University Press.

Mum, greatest creature in the world

Ibu mahluk paling ajaib di seluruh dunia. Ibu adalah sumber kehidupan. Surga berada di bawah telapak kaki ibu. Ibu guru bangsa. Dibalik kesuksesan seseorang terdapat ibu yang bijaksana.

Apapun yang dikemukakan tentang seorang ibu yang agung, maka beruntunglah orang yang memiliki seorang ibu seperti ini.

Namun jika Anda termasuk orang yang tidak beruntung mendapatkan ibu seperti ini, maka berdoalah agar diperkenalkan sosok ibu yang agung.

Jika Anda seorang ibu dan calon ibu, maka ketahuilah bahwa posisi Anda sangat tinggi karena memainkan peran besar dalam peradaban bangsa. Itu berarti persiapkan dan jadilah ibu yang agung, oase inspirasi bagi seluruh bangsa.

Change—Becoming a Champion

You may be disappointed if you fail; trust you are doomed if you don't try.
BEVERLY SILLS

In life, always tell yourself that things are fine as they are, but
would be even better if they were different.
JEAN-PAUL FILION

Change is a fact of life in the new millennium. Those who are waiting for the dust to settle are living in a world of fantasy. Change will continue, with one difference — it will happen more often and it will take place in bigger increments. You must adapt or die like the dinosaur. Here are some strategies to help you become the master, not the slave.

AVOID BEING JUDGEMENTAL
1. Keep an open mind about situations and events around you. Don't allow personal prejudices to cloud your vision. Don't rush to judgement. Listen and let yourself be influenced rather than clouding your mind with rebuttals. Give others the benefit of the doubt. Ask yourself if your resistance is based on fact or on a personal bias.

KEEP ON LEARNING
2. You're never too old to learn. In fact, we can learn something every day. Don't wait for the classroom — learn from your mistakes. Maintain an attitude of inquisitiveness. Find out everything there is to know from those willing to share. Read voraciously — books, magazines, the Internet. Jot down key points of interest and keep them in a file to review regularly.

LOOK FOR THE NEXT TREND
3. Trends and fads are not the same, nor are they necessarily bad. The fact is that organizations, like people, follow trends. By observing and learning about what is new, you can position yourself as an expert and take a leadership role in making changes. This will give you greater control of the changes.

FOSTER A RESOURCE NETWORK
4. Continually expand your sources of help and information. Keep in touch with people whose careers are taking off. Find out what they are doing, that perhaps you are not. Subscribe to magazines that stay on the leading edge. Look for key articles each month.

BE A PROBLEM-SOLVER, NOT A PROBLEM-CREATOR
5. Anyone can spend his life identifying problems. There are more than enough to go around. Pointing these out can become tiresome to the people around you, particularly if they respond with "It's not my job." Be willing to identify solutions if there is a problem, and consider making time to solve it. This will earn you a reputation as a "fixer" — the kind of person chosen for promotions.
ENJOY YOURSELF
6. Have fun. Laugh a lot. It's contagious. Life's too short not to have fun. People work better when they are enjoying themselves. And humour enables everyone to relax and open themselves to change.

KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE
7. Every new situation can be looked at in one of two ways: as a problem or as an opportunity. Choose the highway, not the byway. Make each challenge an opportunity to test your intellect and resilience.

SHOW INDEPENDENCE
8. Some people are dependent and others independent. Dependent people point to others when they are challenged. They say, "You screwed up," "It's not my responsibility," "You decide." Independent people say, "I'll fix it," "I'll take responsibility," or "I'll make the time." Be willing to step up to the plate. No one ever learned to play the game from the bleachers.

Source: The Portable Mentor: Your Anywhere, Anytime Career Coach and Problem Solver
by Cy Charney

Leader Basic Tools

Leaders come in every size, shape, and disposition—short, tall,
neat, sloppy, young, old, male, and female. Nevertheless, they
all seem to share some, if not all, of the following ingredients:
• The first basic ingredient of leadership is a guiding vision.
The leader has a clear idea of what he or she wants to
do—professionally and personally—and the strength to
persist in the face of setbacks, even failures. Unless you

know where you’re going, and why, you cannot possibly
get there. That guiding purpose, that vision, was well illustrated
by Norman Lear.
• The second basic ingredient of leadership is passion—the
underlying passion for the promises of life, combined with
a very particular passion for a vocation, a profession, a
course of action. The leader loves what he or she does and
loves doing it. Tolstoy said that hopes are the dreams of
the waking man. Without hope, we cannot survive, much
less progress. The leader who communicates passion gives
hope and inspiration to other people. This ingredient
tends to come up with different spins on it—sometimes it
appears as enthusiasm, especially in chapter eight, “Getting
People on Your Side.”
• The next basic ingredient of leadership is integrity. I think
there are three essential parts of integrity: self-knowledge,
candor, and maturity.
“Know thyself,” was the inscription over the Oracle at
Delphi. And it is still the most difficult task any of us
faces. But until you truly know yourself, strengths and
weaknesses, know what you want to do and why you want
to do it, you cannot succeed in any but the most super -
ficial sense of the word. Leaders never lie to themselves,
especially about themselves, know their faults as well as
their assets, and deal with them directly. You are your own
raw material. When you know what you consist of and
what you want to make of it, then you can invent yourself.
Candor is the key to self-knowledge. Candor is based in
honesty of thought and action, a steadfast devotion to
principle, and a fundamental soundness and wholeness. An
architect who designs a Bauhaus glass box with a Victorian

cupola lacks professional integrity, as does any person who
trims his or her principles—or even ideas—to please. Like
Lillian Hellman, the leader cannot cut his or her conscience
to fit this year’s fashions.
Maturity is important to a leader because leading is not
simply showing the way or issuing orders. Every leader
needs to have experienced and grown through following—
learning to be dedicated, observant, capable of working
with and learning from others, never servile, always truthful.
Having located these qualities in themselves, leaders
can encourage them in others.
• Integrity is the basis of trust, which is not as much an ingredient
of leadership as it is a product. It is the one quality
that cannot be acquired, but must be earned. It is given by
co-workers and followers, and without it, the leader can’t
function. I’ll talk about trust in greater detail in chapter
eight, “Getting People on Your Side.”
• Two more basic ingredients of leadership are curiosity and
daring. Leaders wonder about everything, want to learn as
much as they can, are willing to take risks, experiment, try
new things. They do not worry about failure, but embrace
errors, knowing they will learn from them. Learning from
adversity is another theme that comes up again and again
in this book, often with different spins. In fact, that could
be said of each of the basic ingredients.

On Becoming
a Leader by
Warren Bennis

Temuan Ilmiah Modern: Syukur Menambah Nikmat

Ilmuwan meneliti peran sikap bersyukur atau berterima

kasih. Bersyukur, selain menyehatkan jiwa-raga, juga

mendorong terjalin dan terbinanya persahabatan antar

manusia



Hidayatullah.com--Sikap berterima kasih atau bersyukur

mendorong terjalin dan terbinanya persahabatan antar

manusia. Inilah kesimpulan S.B. Alqoe dkk. asal

University of Virginia, Amerika Serikat (AS). Hasil

penelitiannya dimuat di jurnal ilmiah Emotion, edisi Juni

2008 dengan judul “Beyond reciprocity: gratitude and

relationships in everyday life” (Lebih dari sekedar

hubungan timbal balik: sikap bersyukur dan persahabatan

dalam hidup keseharian).

Dalam karya ilmiah itu para ilmuwan meneliti peran sikap

bersyukur atau berterima kasih yang muncul secara alamiah

dalam perkumpulan mahasiswa di perguruan tinggi selama

acara “pekan pemberian hadiah” dari anggota lama kepada

anggota baru. Para anggota baru mencatat tanggapan atas

manfaat yang mereka dapatkan selama pekan tersebut.

Di akhir pekan itu, dan satu bulan kemudian, anggota lama

dan anggota baru menilai keadaan persahabatan dan

hubungan di antara mereka. Kesimpulannya, rasa terima

kasih atas pemberian hadiah berpeluang memicu

terbentuknya dan terpeliharanya persahabatan di antara

mereka.

Aneka manfaat syukur

Selain jalinan persahabatan yang baik, sikap bersyukur

kini terbukti secara ilmiah memicu pula aneka manfaat

lain. Di antaranya manfaat kesehatan jasmani, ruhani dan

kehidupan bermasyarakat yang lebih baik. Tidak heran jika

“gratitude research” atau “penelitian tentang sikap

bersyukur” menjadi salah satu bidang yang banyak diteliti

ilmuwan abad ke-21 ini.

Profesor psikologi asal University of California, Davis,

AS, Robert Emmons, sekaligus pakar terkemuka di bidang

penelitian “sikap bersyukur”, telah memperlihatkan bahwa

dengan setiap hari mencatat rasa syukur atas kebaikan

yang diterima, orang menjadi lebih teratur berolah raga,

lebih sedikit mengeluhkan gejala penyakit, dan merasa

secara keseluruhan hidupnya lebih baik.

Dibandingkan dengan mereka yang suka berkeluh kesah

setiap hari, orang yang mencatat daftar alasan yang

membuat mereka berterima kasih juga merasa bersikap lebih

menyayangi, memaafkan, gembira, bersemangat dan

berpengharapan baik mengenai masa depan mereka. Di

samping itu, keluarga dan rekan mereka melaporkan bahwa

kalangan yang bersyukur tersebut tampak lebih bahagia dan

lebih menyenangkan ketika bergaul.

Tak tersentuh sebelumnya

Dulu, sikap bersyukur atau berterima kasih sama sekali

tidak terjamah dalam kajian ilmuwan psikologi tatkala

profesor Emmons mulai mengkajinya di tahun 1998.

Penelitian pertama prof Emmons melibatkan para mahasiswa

kuliah psikologi kesehatan di universitasnya.

Saat itu sang profesor mewajibkan sebagian dari para

mahasiswa tersebut untuk menuliskan lima hal yang

menjadikan mereka bersyukur setiap hari. Sedangkan

mahasiswa selebihnya diminta mencatat lima hal yang

menjadikan mereka berkeluh kesah. Tiga pekan kemudian,

mahasiswa yang bersyukur memberitahukan adanya

peningkatan dalam hal kesehatan jiwa-raga dan semakin

membaiknya hubungan kemasyarakatan dibandingkan rekan

mereka yang suka menggerutu.

Di tahun-tahun berikutnya, profesor Emmons melakukan

aneka penelitian yang melibatkan beragam kondisi manusia,

termasuk pasien penerima organ cangkok, orang dewasa yang

menderita penyakit otot-saraf dan murid kelas lima SD

yang sehat. Di semua kelompok manusia ini, hasilnya sama:

orang yang memiliki catatan harian tentang ungkapan rasa

syukurnya mengalami perbaikan kualitas hidupnya.

Dampak latihan bersyukur

Melalui latihan, perasaan bersyukur dapat dibiasakan

dalam diri seseorang. Pelatihan sengaja untuk menanamkan

rasa syukur ini ternyata membawa dampak positif dalam

beragam sisi kehidupan.

Dalam penelitian menggunakan metoda membandingkan,

ditemukan bahwa mereka yang menuliskan rasa syukurnya

setiap pekan mendapatkan manfaat jasmani-ruhani yang

lebih baik dibandingkan mereka yang terbiasa mencatat

peristiwa menjengkelkan dan kejadian yang biasa-biasa

saja. Di antara manfaat ini adalah olah raga yang lebih

teratur, lebih sedikit mengeluhkan gejala penyakit badan,

merasa hidupnya secara keseluruhan lebih baik, dan

berpengharapan lebih baik di minggu mendatang.

Manfaat lain sikap berterima kasih tampak pada

keberhasilan dalam mewujudkan cita-cita. Dibandingkan

dengan orang-orang yang bersikap sebaliknya, mereka yang

senantiasa memiliki daftar ungkapan rasa syukur lebih

cenderung mengalami kemajuan dalam pencapaian cita-cita

mereka. Cita-cita ini dapat berupa prestasi akademis,

hubungan antar-sesama dan kondisi kesehatan.

Penelitian lain dilakukan dengan melatih pembiasaan sikap

bersyukur setiap hari pada diri sendiri. Kondisi positif

seperti: waspada, bersemangat, tabah, penuh perhatian,

dan daya hidup pada orang muda dewasa meningkat akibat

pembiasaan sikap bersyukur. Perbaikan kondisi sebaik ini

tidak dijumpai pada orang yang dilatih bersikap

menggerutu atau pada orang yang menganggap dirinya lebih

sejahtera dibanding orang lain.

Selain itu, mereka yang memiliki rasa syukur setiap hari

lebih memiliki jiwa sosial yang lebih baik dibandingkan

mereka yang suka berkeluh kesah dan suka menganggap orang

lain kurang beruntung. Golongan yang pertama tersebut

cenderung menolong seseorang yang memiliki masalah

pribadi, atau telah membantu dukungan semangat kepada

orang lain.

Pasien pun tak luput dari penelitian seputar sikap

bersyukur ini. Dengan melibatkan sejumlah orang dewasa

pengidap penyakit otot-saraf, pelatihan membiasakan sikap

bersyukur berdampak baik pada pasien tersebut. Di

antaranya adalah kualitas dan lama tidur yang lebih baik,

lebih optimis dalam menilai kehidupan, lebih eratnya

perasaan persahabatan dengan orang lain, serta suasana

hati tenteram yang lebih sering dibandingkan dengan

mereka yang tidak dilatih bersikap syukur.

Ketika syukur menjadi kebiasaan

Insan yang bersyukur menyatakan diri mereka merasakan

tingginya perasaan positif, kepuasan hidup, semangat

hidup, dan pengharapan baik di masa depan. Mereka juga

mengalami kemurungan dan tekanan batin dengan kadar

rendah.

Kalangan yang memiliki kebiasaan kuat dalam bersyukur

atau berterima kasih memiliki kemampuan menyelami jiwa

orang lain dan mengambil sudut pandang orang lain. Mereka

ditengarai lebih dermawan dan lebih ringan tangan oleh

orang-orang di jalinan persahabatan mereka.

Terdapat pula kaitan antara kerohanian seseorang dengan

sikap bersyukur. Kecenderungan bersyukur lebih banyak

dilakukan mereka yang secara teratur menghadiri acara

keagamaan dan terlibat dalam kegiatan keagamaan seperti

berdoa atau sembahyang dengan membaca bacaan relijius

berkali-kali. Kaum yang bersyukur lebih cenderung

mengakui keyakinan akan keterkaitan seluruh kehidupan,

serta rasa ikatan dan tanggung jawab terhadap orang lain.

Pribadi-pribadi yang bersyukur dilaporkan memiliki sifat

materialistis yang rendah. Mereka tidak begitu menaruh

perhatian penting pada hal-hal yang bersifat materi.

Mereka cenderung tidak menilai keberhasilan atau

keberuntungan diri mereka sendiri dan orang lain dari

jumlah harta benda yang mereka kumpulkan.

Dibandingkan dengan kaum yang kurang berterima kasih,

kalangan yang bersyukur cenderung bukan berwatak

pendengki terhadap kaum kaya, dan bersikap mudah

memberikan apa yang mereka punya kepada orang lain.

Nikmat bertambah

Profesor Emmons menuangkan hasil-hasil temuan ilmiahnya

itu dalam buku terkenalnya “Thanks! How the New Science

of Gratitude Can Make You Happier” (Terima kasih!

Bagaimana Ilmu Baru tentang Bersyukur Dapat Menjadikan

Anda Lebih Bahagia) yang terbit tahun lalu. Buku ini

memaparkan pula 10 kiat untuk menanamkan rasa syukur

sepanjang tahun demi mendapatkan nikmat karunia yang

bermanfaat dalam kehidupan.

Temuan ilmiah tentang syukur ini mengukuhkan risalah

ilahiah bahwa syukur adalah akhlak mulia yang mesti ada

dalam diri manusia. Sebab, syukur memicu bertambah nikmat

hidup seseorang:

Dan (ingatlah) ketika Tuhanmu memaklumkan: “Sesungguhnya

jika kamu bersyukur, niscaya Aku akan menambah (nikmat)

kepadamu, tetapi jika kamu mengingkari (nikmat-Ku), maka

pasti azab-Ku sangat berat. (Al Quran, Ibrahim, 14:7).

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Syukur

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Ucaplah Alhamdulillah
Syukur kita kepada Allah
Selawat ke atas Nabi
Muhammad ya Rasulullah
Tanda syukur itulah taat
Setiap tempat setiap waktu
Syukur itu dapat dilihat
Pada sikap dan tingkah laku
Marilah bersama kita bersyukur
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Taat beribadah tekun berusaha
Saling membantu berkasih sayang
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AMALAN-AMALAN KETIKA QIAMULLAIL

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Mukaddimah

Fizikal, intelek, emosi dan rohani merupakan aspek utama dalam diri setiap insan. Fizikal dibina dengan mengamalkan gaya hidup sihat. Akal pula dibina dengan menuntut ilmu. Manakala emosi pula dibina dengan mendidik dan membentuk hati supaya tergolong dalam kriteria mahmudah dan dijauhkan daripada sifat mazmudah. Rohani pula dapat dibina dengan memperbanyakkan Ibadan ruhiyyah ikhlas semata-mata kerana Allah.

Oleh itu Qiamullail merupakan salah satu cara membina rohani yang mantap dan seterusnya menjadi penjana jati diri setiap mukmin. Usaha ini tentunya memerlukan azam, kekuatan, ketabahan dan pengorbanan kerana nafsu, iblis dan tenteranya sentiasa berusaha memenuhi ruang dan peluang yang ada.



Pengertian

Qiamullail ialah bangun pada waktu malam (menghidupkan malam) dengan beribadat kepada Allah seperti bersolat, membaca al-Quran dan berzikir semata-mata mengharap keredhaan Allah.

Sejarah Qiamullail

Pada awalnya qiamullail wajib bagi Rasulullah dan para sahabat. (Lihat surah al-Muzammil 1-10). Namun setelah setahun disyariatkan amalan itu menjadi sunat muakkad bagi setiap Amat Islam. Namur ia tetap wajib ke atas Nabi Muhammad S.A.W. (lihat surah al-Muzammil 20)

Hikmah Qiamullail

-Meningkatkan keimanan individu

-Meninggikan darjat di sisi Allah

-Dapat beribadah dengan lebih khusyuk

-Mendidik jiwa bersyukur dengan nikmat kesihatan dan nikmat waktu malam yang tenang

-Melatih diri menjadi insan bertakwa

-Melatih diri memperbanyakkan amalan sunat

-Mendidik jiwa melawan nafsu dan syaitan

-Menyedari bahawa manusia dicipta untuk beribadah

-Melatih diri mengharap keredhaan Allah

-Memberi ketenangan jiwa (emosi)

-Memberi kesihatan(fizikal)

-Menajamkan akal fikiran

-Meneguhkan kekuatan rohani

-Menambahkan rasa kekerdilan di sisi Allah dan bertawakkal kepada-Nya

-Melatih diri bersikap khauf(takut) dan roja’(berharap)kepada Allah

-Dan lain-lain lagi hikmah ganjaran Allah untuk hamba-Nya yang ikhlas dan istiqamah

Kelebihan Qiamullail

-Dimakbulkan doanya dan masin perkataan

-Tenang hati dan fikirannya

-Dimurahkan rezeki

-Dihormati masyarakat

-Dilindungi Allah daripada khianat manusia

-Jika dia pemimpin, dia akan disegani

-Dan banyak lagi (Perlu difahami bahawa segala kelebihan adalah nikmat Allah bergantung kepada rahmat Allah. Allah berhak mengurniakan apa sahaja yang dikehendakiNya).

Waktu-Waktu Qiamullail

Waktu untuk solat malam ialah selepas Isya’ sehingga sebelum masuk Subuh. Bagi solat Tahajjud, kita digalakkan untuk tidur dahulu walaupun seketika.

Waktu yang paling utama ialah sepertiga malam terakhir.



”Puasa yang lebih disukai oleh Allah ialah puasa Nabi Daud dan solat yang disukai oleh Allah ialah solat Nabi Daud. Baginda tidur pertengahan malam, bangun sepertiganya (solat) lalu tidur seperenamnya. Baginda berpuasa sehari dan berbuka sehari.”

H.R. Jamaah selain At-Tirmizi

Panduan Bangun Awal

-Makan malam awal (sebelum Maghrib) dan tidak makan makanan yang berta selepas waktu Isya’.

-Tidak bekerja terlalu penat pada waktu siang

-Elakkan diri daripada melakukan maksiat

-Berniat ikhlas mengharap keredhaan Allah

-Membaca tiga ayat terakhir surah al-Kahfi dan niatkan dalam hati agar dapat bangun pada waktu yang diniatkan

-Mematuhi adab-adab tidur

Adab-adab Qiamullail

-Berniat sebelum tidur untuk Qiamullail

”Barangsiapa yang tidur sedang dia berniat akan bangun untuk bersolat di malam hari, tetapi dia terus tertidur hingga pagi, ditulis baginya apa yang telah diniatkannya dan tidurnya itu merupakan rahmat Allah kepadanya.”


H.R. an-Nasai dan Ibn-Majah

Sanad Dahih dairpada Abu Darda’ R.A.

-Tidur mengikut adab-adab yang digariskan

-Berdoa, bersuci, bersugi, berwudu’ dan memakai pakaian bersih setelah bangun daripada tidur.

-Keluar dan memandang ke langit lalu berdoa(rujuk buku panduan Qiamullail) dan membaca sepuluh ayat terakhir surah Ali-Imran.


-Memulakan solat malam dengan solat dua rakaat yang ringan, selepas itu solatlah seberapa banyak yang disukai.

-Membangunkan dan mengajak ahli keluarga dan rakan-rakan turut serta berqiamullail.

”Apabila seseorang membangunkan isterinya di malam hari lalu kedua-duanya bersolat/bersolat dua rakaat bersama-sama, ditulislah baginya dalam golongan orang-orang yang mengingati Allah.”

H.R. Abu Daud

Sanad Sahih drpd Abu Hurairah R.A.

-Menghentikan solat dan tidur apabila mengantuk dan teruskan apabila hilang perasaan mengantuk.

-Beribadah sekadar yang mampu lalu dikekalkan (istiqamah) dan jangan ditinggal kecuali darurat.

-Muhasabah diri berkenaan amalan dan perjalanan hidup kita sepanjang hari.

Amalan-amalan sunat ketika Qiamullail

-Solat sunat Tahajjud

”dan bangunlah pada sebahagian dari waktu malam dan kerjakanlah solat tahajjud sebagai solat tambahan bagimu. Semoga tuhanmu membangkit dan menempatkanmu pada hari qiamat di tempat yang terpuji.”

Al-Isra’ 79

”Sebaik-baik solat selain daripada solat fardhu ialah solat malam”

H.R. Muslim

-Solat sunat tasbih, taubat, istikharah, hajat, mengqada’ solat fardhu, solat mutlak dan solat sunat yang lain.

-Solat witir

-Berzikir, bertasbih dan bertahmid

-Membaca al-Quran

-Dan amalan-amalan lain seperti muhasabah dan memikirkan keagungan dan kekuasaan Allah.

Penutup

Qiamullail merupakan sunnah Nabi, amalan para shiddiqin, orang-orang soleh dan golongan yang mengakui kehinaannya di sisi Allah yang Maha Pengasih dan Penyayang dan sebaik-baik ganjaran, nikmat dan rezeki hanyalah Allah S.W.T.

Adakah kita tidak menyedari keutamaan mencontohi sunnah Rasulullah S.A.W? Adakah kita lupa kadar peratusan dosa dan maksiat yang tidak terhingga banyaknya dalam buku catatan di kiri dan kanan kita? Adakah amalan kita sudah mengatasi amalan para ’abid yang bermujahadah dengan ibadah malam mereka? Adakah kita lupa bahawa hanya amalan dan taqwa yang menjadi bekalan pada masa yang telah dijanjikan itu?... ... .

Sumber: http://syukur28.blogspot.com/2009/07/amalan-amalan-ketika-qiamullail.html

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