The Key to Safety and Success – ConsultSyariah.com

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Dr. Abdussalam Hamud Ghalib

We will discuss the three practices of saving mentioned in the hadith of the Prophet Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam narrated by Abdullah bin Umar. He Shallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam:

“Three things that destroy, three that save, three that erase sins, and three that raise one’s rank, as for those that destroy are: greed which is obeyed, lust which is followed, and a person’s awe of himself, and what saves is: being devoted to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala both secretly and openly, being frugal when poor and rich, and being just when angry and happy, and what eliminates sin is: waiting for prayer after prayer, performing ablution in difficult times, and stepping towards the congregation, and what raises its status is: feeding, extending greetings, and praying at night when people are sleeping.” (HR. Al-Baihaqi and Ath-Thabrani).

This hadith was narrated by Imam Al-Baihaqi in his book Shu’ab Al-Iman from the hadith of Anas bin Malik Radhiyallahu ‘anhu, and narrated by Imam Ath-Thabrani in the book Al-Mu’jam Al-Awsath. Some scholars consider this hadith to be hasan with all its supporting lines and narrations.

This noble hadith of the Prophet not only reveals chronic heart disease, but also mentions effective treatment, because life-saving deeds are opponents that are able to face destructive deeds, and things that can restore balance to human life.

The following are rescue practices:

1. Fear Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala when alone or in a crowd

Definition and Explanation: Fear of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala is the basis of faith and the decoration of good deeds. And the meaning is that a person feels watched over by Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala in every situation, whether alone or with other people in a crowd. This fear can prevent a person from falling into sin and motivate him to do good. Whoever is devoted to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala when alone, then he will not be influenced by his deeds, follow his desires, and will not be subject to stinginess, because he knows that Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala is All-Seeing. This fear is the panacea for ujub (self-admiration) and lust. This can also strengthen humility and submission to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala in the heart.

Characteristics and benefits of it

• Feeling that Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala is cared for: Fear of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala is visible in a person’s attitude and behavior, so that he avoids disobedience even though he is far from human eyes, because his heart is filled with fear of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala and hope for His mercy.
• Humility and recognition of the grace of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala: This characteristic makes the owner always consider every success and achievement to come from Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala’s gift to him, not because of his personal efforts, and this characteristic can prevent him from falling into the ujub nature.
• Istiqamah/consistent on the right path: This can keep a person from following his desires, and prioritizing Sharia law over all personal interests, because he is afraid of going astray from the path of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala.

Scholar’s words about it

Imam Ibnu Qayyim Al-Jauziyah said in the book Madarij As-Salikin: “This fear is a fear that is accompanied by ma’rifatullah, because if not, then it could be just an ordinary fear that is not accompanied by ma’rifatullah, because this fear is the result of knowledge and knowledge about Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala.”

This confirms that it is not just a temporary fear, but the result of deep knowledge of the majesty and power of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala, and it is this fear that produces humility and repentance.

2. Save money when you are poor or rich

Frugality is a moderate and middle attitude. It is a direct solution to the stinginess that follows. A believer will walk on balance in every financial situation, not being extravagant and wasteful when he is rich, nor despairing and complaining when he is poor. This balance will free man from being servile to wealth, making him the boss of that wealth, rather than a hostage, freeing him from the greed of stinginess, and establishing in his heart the nature of joy and contentment.

Characteristics and benefits of it

• Balanced production: when in a state of affluence, a believer’s frugal attitude will be seen from his production which is directed towards the right needs, without being wasteful or stingy. He gave alms, paid zakat, and provided assistance to his family.
• Accepting the decrees of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala: when poor, a believer’s frugal attitude will be seen from his patience and satisfaction with the decrees of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala, not being angry or complaining. He knows very well that poverty will not reduce his status in the sight of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala.
• Free yourself from greed: a frugal attitude can free your heart from greed and gluttony which are the essence of being stingy. His thrifty attitude made him satisfied with the sustenance that Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala gave him.

Scholar’s words about it

Imam Al-Ghazali said in the book Ihya Ulum Ad-Din: “Frugality in life is the way of life of earlier and later people, as well as the characteristics of the Prophets and shiddiqin. It is one of the characteristics of faith and is one of the characteristics of good people.” He also added that a frugal attitude can protect people from the effects of poverty or wealth to the same extent.

3. Fair when angry or pleased

Fairness is the pinnacle of character, but to be a just person, whether at the peak of anger or the peak of pleasure, is proof of the strength of faith and cleanliness of the heart. It is a medicine for indulged desires, because anger can blind the heart, and lust can mislead the mind. However, a true believer will continue to apply the law according to the Shari’a and justice of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala, even when he is in the most difficult psychological condition, he cannot possibly wrong someone just because he is angry with them, or do good to someone just because he loves them. This characteristic frees humans from the control of lust, making them prioritize truth over spiritual turmoil and prioritize justice over personal interests.

Characteristics and benefits of it

• Objective in establishing laws: The nature of fairness can be clearly seen when in a state of anger or pleasure through a person’s objective attitude even towards his enemies. His hatred does not make him tyrannize others and his love does not lead him to show favoritism towards his friends.
• Be wise in making decisions: Fairness can strengthen the principles of truth in the heart, preventing people from making hasty decisions based on feelings or anger, so this characteristic can support the continuity of relationships.
• Making decisions based on the Shari’a, not lust: Being fair when angry or happy is a direct application of the attitude of not following one’s desires, because the perpetrator will use the Shari’a as the determinant of decisions, not because of personal motivation.

Scholar’s words about it

Sheikhul Islam Ibn Taymiyah said in the book Majmu Al-Fatawa: “Indeed, a fair attitude must be applied by everyone to everyone and in every situation. If someone likes someone or hates them, then they still have to act fairly towards them.”

This emphasizes that justice must not fail even though there are many personal interests involved, and this is an effective medicine for dealing with the desires that are indulged in.

Conclusion: This hadith is a Nabawi method for fixing the soul

This noble hadith of the Prophet is an applicable and comprehensive method for cleansing the heart and soul, because these three destructive practices can damage humans and distance them from Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala. Meanwhile, these three saving practices can fix the soul and bring it closer to God.

Salvation is hidden in the decision to replace our stinginess with generosity, our lusts with the path of truth, our pride with submission and humility, and to adorn ourselves with fear, moderation, and justice in every circumstance and condition.

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