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Rahmatan Lil'alamin

 

Islam is the religion of mercy, as stated in Surah al-Anbya, verse 21 verse 107 that explains: I was not sent but as a Mercy for the whole world. Ahmad Mustafa al-Maraghi explains the meaning of this verse, that is: I did not send you Muhammad with this Qur'an and similarly in the form of shari'ah and the law, which became the guide of happy life in the world and the hereafter, but as a mercy and guidance for life they are in the world and hereafter. Based on these explanations, it is understandable that in addition to the noble personality of the Prophet, the religious teachings he brought were very noble.
According to Fuad Jabali and his friends, Islam Rahmatan Lil alamin means understanding Quran and Hadith for the good of all human beings, nature and environment. Islam teaches love to all beings; humans, animals, plants, water, land, fire, air and so on. However, the height of Islamic teachings has undermined by the low behavior of some of its adherents. Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin will be realized, if every Muslim has a true understanding of the teachings contained in the Quran and Hadith.
Al-Quran and Hadith as the main source of Islamic teachings and life guidelines of Muslims need to be studied and understood in a straight and true way. Arabic is the first tool that every Muslim should have in order to understand the full teaching of Islam, because the two main sources of Islam, the Qur'an and the Arabic Hadith. As Umar Bin Khatab discloses, you should learn Arabic, because Arabic is part of your religion.
Because Arabic is the language of al-Quran and Hadith so that in learning Arabic, writers used to use the verses of al-Quran, in making examples, to facilitate students' understanding of Arabic grammar. But seeing the growing phenomenon, the thinner understanding of society in Indonesia is about the height of Islamic teachings, mistakes in interpreting the Shari'ah, thus raising the assumption that the teachings of Islam is hard, rough and cruel. This is contrary to the teachings of Islam itself, which teaches peace, compassion, security and tranquility on earth.
More broadly, the current religious phenomenon of Muslims demonstrates the superficiality of their understanding of the religion of grace. Religious differences often trigger disputes. Muslims are very easily influenced by what is going on around them, such as blaming others who disagree with them, disbelieve the Muslim fellow-brothers, and easily pitted against different religions. This is caused by the lack of knowledge and weak sense. People who want to destroy Muslims and harmony among people in the midst of society often use this situation. Therefore, the authors are interested to conduct research related to the Islamic concept of Rahmatan Lil'alamin through the process of learning Arabic language STIT student Syekh Burhanuddin Pariaman in West Sumatra Indonesia.
Research problem
Based on the background of the problem, then the limitation of the problem to be discussed is as follows:
  • How is the initial understanding of STIT student Syekh Burhanuddin Pariaman about the Islamic concept of Rahmatan Lil'alamin, before following the Arabic lecture I?
  • How is the understanding of STIT student Syekh Burhanuddin Pariaman, about the concept of Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin, after following the lecture of Arabic I?
Aim of the research
Research objectives are:
  • to analyze the initial understanding of STIT student Syekh Burhanuddin Pariaman about the concept of Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin, before following the lecture of Arabic I.
  • to analyze the understanding of STIT student Syekh Burhanuddin Pariaman, about the concept of Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin, after following the lecture of Arabic I
Significant of the research
The results of this study are expected to provide benefits to:
  • As a positive contribution in the development of learning Arabic, in order to improve students' understanding.
  • As a source of information about the Islamic concept of Rahmatan Lil'alamin in the lecture system at STIT Syekh Burhanuddin
  • As a manifestation of the success of government programs in anticipating the development of radical Islam among the younger generation in the city of Pariaman and Padang Pariaman District.
Literature review
The concept of Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin
Islam rahmatan lil'alamin, consists of three words namely Islam, Grace and Al'amin. Islam is a religion blessed by Allah SWT and is one of the religions recognized by the government of Indonesia with the number of adherents most of the other religions that exist in the earth. Grace means wisdom, according to al-Ashfahani in al-fadz al-Quran mufradat, Rahmat means gentleness, compassion, demanding to do good with tenderness to loved ones and to the pitiable (Al-Raghib al-Ashfarani, mujam mufradat al-fadz al-Quran). Islam Rahmatan Lil alamin means to understand the Qur'an and Hadith for the good of all human beings, nature and environment (Fuad Jaballi et al). Islam teaches compassion on all beings; people, animals, plants, water, soil, fire, air and so on. However, the height of Islamic teachings has undermined by the low behavior of some of its adherents. Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin will be realized, if every Muslim has a correct understanding of the teachings contained in the Qur'an and Hadith.
Dato 'Seri Abdullah explains that Islam Rahmatan Lil'alamin becomes a blessing for Muslims and not yet Islam as well as for all creatures that live in this nature (Dato Seri Abdullah bin Haji Ahmad Badawi, Jurnal Hadhari Edisi Khas (Malaysia: Universitas Kebangsaan Malaysia,2008),p.5). According to Abuddin Nata (Abuddin Nata,) Rasulullah SAW brings grace, because in the personality of the Messenger of Allah there are things that bring progress, as follows;
First, the element of rationality, that the success of Rasulullah SAW in his struggle is not solely because he is an Apostle, close and beloved by Allah, then anything, even if it does not make sense, without any effort, then succeed. Of course not. All the success of the Messenger of Allah because of his efforts and hard work done according to the rules or sunnatullah. History recorded that among wars followed Rasululullah SAW there is a war that wins and there is a losing war. At the time of the war Uhud for example, the Prophet and his followers suffered a tremendous defeat. This happens because in this war uhud there are some troops Rasulullah SAW who does not obey the rules of the role set Rasulullah SAW. Thus, win or lose in this war is very rational. Winning due to following the rules and losing for not following the rules.
Second, the element of intelligence, that the prophet Muhammad's prophet who can bring mercy to those who follow it is the existence of an element of intelligence. That is an intellectual ability and intelligence in the precision of analyzing and drawing conclusions or decisions precisely and accurately that sometimes can't be achieved by most of the human brain.
Third, the element of balance between the heart (in the form of spirituality and morals), reason (intellectual insight) and hands (technical ability). This blend also occurs in decision-making. Before speaking, consider first with your heart and mind, so that speech becomes mature and solid.
Fourth, the comprehensive element, that the teachings brought by Prophet Muhammad SAW touch all aspects of life. The content of the Qur'an verses revealed to Nab and its elaboration by the hadith as a whole is aimed at preserving things further including human rights.
Based on the four elements laid down by Abuddin Nata, it can be understood that Islam and the teachings contained therein have provided a firm foundation in bringing mercy to all of nature. Thus, the grace has an impact on the creativity and sincerity in working.


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