Arkaanul Islam#2 Swolah[Slideshare]

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ARKAANUL-ISLAMARKAANUL-ISLAM ::“ESTABLISH THE “ESTABLISH THE

OBLIGATORY SWOLAH”OBLIGATORY SWOLAH”

Presentation by: Presentation by: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail

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"Verily I am Allah: there is no god "Verily I am Allah: there is no god but I: so serve thou Me, (only) and but I: so serve thou Me, (only) and establish regular prayer establish regular prayer (Swolah) for My Remembrance.” (Swolah) for My Remembrance.”

(Qur’an: TaHa: 20:14)(Qur’an: TaHa: 20:14)


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AL-QUR’ANAL-QUR’AN

REFLECTIONREFLECTION

• Are we not the servant / slave of Allah?

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• Are we not the servant / slave of Allah? •If so, then how do we serve or worship Him?

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• Are we not the servant / slave of Allah? •If so, then how do we serve or worship Him?• Commandment – � �ق�م ,means “to establish - أput upright or erect, build, ” which shares the same root as the word – ق�ام�ة� :meaning - إست“straightness; sincerity; rectitude; integrity, true; authentic, consistent,” etc.

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• Are we not the servant / slave of Allah? •If so, then how do we serve or worship Him?• Commandment – � �ق�م ,means “to establish - أput upright or erect, build, ” which shares the same root as the word – ق�ام�ة� :meaning - إست“straightness; sincerity; rectitude; integrity, true; authentic, consistent,” etc.•Man – سان� insaan’ is prone to forgetfulness‘ إن nis-yaan’. Here is the remedy, lest we‘ نسيان -become forgetful and heedless !

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“ “ Enjoin prayer (swolah) on thy people (family), and be patient and constant therein. We ask thee not to provide sustenance: We provide it for thee. But the (fruit of) the Hereafter is for Righteousness.”

(Qur’an: TaHa: 20:132)(Qur’an: TaHa: 20:132)


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“But after them there followed a posterity who missed prayers (swolah) and followed after lusts: soon, then will they face Destruction― “

(Qur’an: Mariam: 19: 59)(Qur’an: Mariam: 19: 59)


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“But after them there followed a posterity who missed prayers (swolah) and followed after lusts: soon, then will they face Destruction― “

(Qur’an: Mariam: 19: 59)(Qur’an: Mariam: 19: 59)


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�الله� م�ن� ذ�ال�ك �ع%و�ذ%ب �الله� م�ن� ذ�ال�كن �ع%و�ذ%ب نWE SEEK REFUGE IN ALLAH FROM THIS !WE SEEK REFUGE IN ALLAH FROM THIS !

REFLECTIONREFLECTION• Such is the importance of Swolah that we are to enjoin it upon our family too, no matter if it may be difficult, we have to patiently strive upon this – not to be complacent nor lax.

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REFLECTIONREFLECTION• Such is the importance of Swolah that we are to enjoin it upon our family too, no matter if it may be difficult, we have to patiently strive upon this – not to be complacent nor lax.• Unlike some other religion where worship entails offerings, in Islam Allah s.w.t. is reminding us that He has no need for us, whereas we all stand in need of Him. In truth, it is Allah s.w.t. Who sustains, nourishes and provides for us. Are we not grateful?

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REFLECTIONREFLECTION• Such is the importance of Swolah that we are to enjoin it upon our family too, no matter if it may be difficult, we have to patiently strive upon this – not to be complacent nor lax.• Unlike some other religion where worship entails offerings, in Islam Allah s.w.t. is reminding us that He has no need for us, whereas we all stand in need of Him. In truth, it is Allah s.w.t. Who sustains, nourishes and provides for us. Are we not grateful?•This ‘Swolah’ in fact is the Allah’s gift of spiritual nourishment for our own soul and eternal well-being. We will reap its benefit in this world and shall fully benefit from its fruits in the Hereafter. 12


د� ق� ق� ق�ا ق قا ق�� د ق� ق� ، ن د� د� د��ل ق�ا ن� د� ق� ق��ل �ل ق د� د� ق� �ل ق� �ق د� ق� ق� ق�ا ق ق� � د ق �ق ، ق د� د� ق� �ل قا ق��

“The swolah is pillar of the religion, whosoever establishes it, establishes the religion; and whosoever destroys it, destroys the religion.”

(Hadith narrated by Baihaqy from ‘Umar r.a.)


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HADITHHADITH

“ “ And be ye not like those who forgot Allah; and He made them forget their own selves (souls)! Such are the rebellious transgressors!”

(Qur’an: Hashr: 59:19)(Qur’an: Hashr: 59:19)


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What is swolah?What is swolah?• Most often “swolah” is translated as

“prayer” – but not accurate, because in Islam there are two kinds of prayer:

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[a] Non-specific prayer, communicating with Allah to make requests, supplication etc. termed “du’a”. Can be said in any language, at any time and on any occasion.

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[b] Specific form of devotion or prayer termed “swolah” : a prescribed form of worship as shown by the Prophet Muhammad [pbuh] comprising of:

(1)Intention ; (2)Recitation; and (3) Action or postures.

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د ى ق! د�� ن"ى د�و د$ د� ق�� ق% ق�ا ق& دو� د� ق!

“(Establish) Swolah (in the way or manner which) you see me (do the) swolah.”

(Hadith narrated by Bukhary and Muslim)


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HADITHHADITH

“ set up regular prayers: for such

prayers are enjoined on believers at stated times.”

(Qur’an: An-Nisa’: 4:103)


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What is swolah?What is swolah?• There are 5 obligatory Swolah daily:

[1] Subuh or Fajr (at dawn)[2] Zuhr (mid-afternoon)[3] ‘Asr (late-afternoon)[4] Maghrib (after sunset)[5] Isha’ (night)

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• Ta’rif (definition)Ta’rif (definition)

From the point of view of From the point of view of SyaraSyara’ (legal) ’ (legal) which is descriptive: which is descriptive:

“ “It consists of some recitations and actions It consists of some recitations and actions beginning with glorification (Takbir), and is beginning with glorification (Takbir), and is concluded with Salaam (greeting of Peace) concluded with Salaam (greeting of Peace) – with which we worship Allah (formal – with which we worship Allah (formal devotion) by complying with all its fixed devotion) by complying with all its fixed conditions.”conditions.”

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What is swolah?What is swolah?



Its “Haqiqat” Its “Haqiqat” (Reality) is defined as:(Reality) is defined as:

““Presenting our entire self to Allah, Presenting our entire self to Allah, with reverential fear towards Him, as with reverential fear towards Him, as well as instilling in our self, sense of well as instilling in our self, sense of esteem towards His Glory and esteem towards His Glory and Greatness, as well as towards His Greatness, as well as towards His Absolute and Perfect Power”Absolute and Perfect Power”

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““Ruh al-SwolahRuh al-Swolah” i.e. the Essence or Spirit ” i.e. the Essence or Spirit of Swolah is definedof Swolah is defined: :

””Communion (Tawajjuh) of our entire Communion (Tawajjuh) of our entire self, with hope and complete reliance self, with hope and complete reliance towards Allah, with humility in His towards Allah, with humility in His presence and sincerity be it in our presence and sincerity be it in our Zikr (utterances of His remembrance), Zikr (utterances of His remembrance), Du’a (supplications) and praises (of Du’a (supplications) and praises (of Him).”Him).”

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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:

Reflect : what is swolah?Reflect : what is swolah?


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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[a] Its commandment bestowed through a special miracle – Isra’ wal- Mi’raj.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[a] Its commandment bestowed through a special miracle – Isra’ wal- Mi’raj.[b] It encapsulates every acts of worship performed especially by the angels.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[a] Its commandment bestowed through a special miracle – Isra’ wal- Mi’raj.[b] It encapsulates every acts of worship performed especially by the angels.[c] It is a direct and personal communion, an invitation to have audience with the Compassionate and Merciful, Lord of all creation – without intermediary.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[d] Amongst its miracle is that there is consensus amongst every Muslim regarding how generally it is to be performed, and the teaching of it has been continuously upheld and transmitted through an unbroken chain in every generation, since our Prophet’s time. And there is not one single moment, but there will always be Muslims engaged in Swolah on this earth.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[d] Amongst its miracle is that there is consensus amongst every Muslim regarding how generally it is to be performed, and the teaching of it has been continuously upheld and transmitted through an unbroken chain in every generation, since our Prophet’s time. And there is not one single moment but there will always be Muslims engaged in Swolah on this earth.[e] It is in a Muslim swolah that the manner of worship to God is truly reflected as similar to that of previous Prophets before Prophet Muhammad s.a.w., as effective reminder to the People of the Book.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[f] Although preferably swolah is to be performed in congregation in mosques, yet it can actually be performed by Muslims anywhere on earth, as long as it is free of filth.



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• It is such a special act of devotion, because:[f] Although preferably swolah is to be performed in congregation in mosques, yet it can actually be performed by Muslims anywhere on earth, as long as it is free of filth.

[g] Through it, Allah s.w.t. guarantees His divine help leading to real success for those who patiently perservere in Allah’ way and guard it, as revealed in the Qur’an:



‘‘SWOLAH’: THE MEANS SWOLAH’: THE MEANS TO TRUE SUCCESS TO TRUE SUCCESS WITH GUARANTEE WITH GUARANTEE

FROM ALLAH OF HIS FROM ALLAH OF HIS DIVINE HELPDIVINE HELP

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““And establish Regular Prayer: for Prayer And establish Regular Prayer: for Prayer restrains from shameful and unjust restrains from shameful and unjust deeds; and remembrance of Allah is the deeds; and remembrance of Allah is the greatest (thing in life) without doubt.”greatest (thing in life) without doubt.”

(Qur’an: Ankabut: 29: 45)(Qur’an: Ankabut: 29: 45)


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“ “O ye who believe! Seek help with patient perseverance and prayer (swolah): for Allah is with those who patiently persevere.”

(Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 153)(Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 153)


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“ “The Believers must (eventually) win through . Those who humble themselves in their prayers; “

(Qur’an: al-Mu’minun: 23: 1-2)(Qur’an: al-Mu’minun: 23: 1-2)


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““And who (strictly) guard their prayers.”(Qur’an: al-Mu’minun: 23: 9)(Qur’an: al-Mu’minun: 23: 9)


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“The first deeds of the servant of Allah that will be checked and accounted for on Judgement Day will be his ‘Swolah’, it will be thoroughly looked at. If it is found to be good, then he would be deemed successful; but if it is found to be wanting (deficient), then all his (other) deeds would be deemed useless and (he would become) a loser.”

(Hadith reported by At- Tabrany from Anas r.a.)


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HADITHHADITH

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“Between a person and disbelief (kufr), is

discarding (performing the) swolah”

(Hadith reported by Ahmad, Ibnu Majah, Abu Dawud and Muslim)


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HADITHHADITH

SWOLAH WILL SWOLAH WILL PURIFY USPURIFY US

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Hadith reported by Bukhary and MuslimHadith reported by Bukhary and Muslim

Once the Prophet [Once the Prophet [pbuhpbuh] asked his ] asked his companions “Do you believe that dirt can companions “Do you believe that dirt can remain on a person bathing five times a remain on a person bathing five times a day in a stream running in front of his day in a stream running in front of his door?” “No!” replied the companions, “No door?” “No!” replied the companions, “No dirt can remain on his body.” dirt can remain on his body.”

The Prophet [The Prophet [pbuhpbuh] then remarked, “So ] then remarked, “So exactly similar is the effect of Swalah exactly similar is the effect of Swalah offered five times a day. With the Grace of offered five times a day. With the Grace of Allah, it washes away all the sins.”Allah, it washes away all the sins.”

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HADITHHADITH

FIVE ESSENTIAL PRE-FIVE ESSENTIAL PRE-REQUISITES BEFORE REQUISITES BEFORE PERFORMANCE OF PERFORMANCE OF

SWOLAHSWOLAH

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[1] ONE’S STATE OF PURITY

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” ”Truly Allah loveth those who turn Truly Allah loveth those who turn unto Him, and loveth those who unto Him, and loveth those who

have a care for cleanliness (purity). “have a care for cleanliness (purity). “(Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 222) (Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 222)


[2] MODE OF DRESSING

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”O children of Adam! wear your beautiful apparel at every time and place of prayer”

(Qur’an: A’raf: 7: 31) (Qur’an: A’raf: 7: 31)


[3] PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

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“(Allah has) made for me the (whole surface of the) earth pure and as a place for prostration (masjidan); thus wherever a person finds himself to be, let him perform his swolah at that place which he can find (himself to be).”

(Hadith reported by Bukhary Muslim and Ahmad)

HADITHHADITH

[4] TIME FOR ITS PERFORMANCE

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“ set up regular prayers: for such

prayers are enjoined on believers at stated times.”

(Qur’an: An-Nisa’: 4:103)


[5] DIRECTION TO FACE

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“now shall We turn thee to a Qiblah that shall please thee. Turn then thy face in the direction of the Sacred Mosque; wherever ye are turn your faces in that direction.”

(Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 141) (Qur’an: Baqarah: 2: 141)


OUR DU’AOUR DU’A

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"O my Lord! make me one who establishes "O my Lord! make me one who establishes regular Prayer, and also (raise such) among regular Prayer, and also (raise such) among my offspring O our Lord! and accept Thou my offspring O our Lord! and accept Thou my Prayer. my Prayer. "O our Lord! cover (us) with Thy "O our Lord! cover (us) with Thy Forgiveness― me, my parents, and Forgiveness― me, my parents, and (all) Believers, on the Day that the (all) Believers, on the Day that the Reckoning will be established!" Reckoning will be established!"

(Qur’an: Ibrahim: 14: 40-41)(Qur’an: Ibrahim: 14: 40-41)


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“ “And may the Salutations of Allah and peace be And may the Salutations of Allah and peace be upon our Leader Muhammad and his family and upon our Leader Muhammad and his family and Companions.Companions.

And all praises belongs to Allah, Lord Sustainer of And all praises belongs to Allah, Lord Sustainer of the worlds.”the worlds.”


OUR DU’AOUR DU’A

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