Kapanlagi.com - Kartika Putri, an actress and public figure from Indonesia, shared a touching spiritual experience in the Holy Land. In her latest Instagram post, Kartika recounted the moment when she was finally able to kiss the Hajar Aswad, despite being initially prohibited by her husband, Habib Usman bin Yahya.
The post went viral with over 117 thousand likes and 1,414 comments, where netizens also shared in Kartika's happiness. Some comments expressed hopes that they could follow in Kartika's footsteps to kiss the sacred stone revered by Muslims.
Kartika revealed that this achievement is the answer to the prayers she has been making for years. Her story inspires others not to stop praying and to improve their relationship with God.
1. The Beginning of a Husband's Prohibition and the Reasons Behind It
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Kartika Putri admitted that every time she performs Umrah, her husband does not allow her to kiss the Hajar Aswad. Habib Usman explained that for women, this action could pose many risks.
The reasons include the possibility of coming into contact with non-mahram, being in a crowd leading to pushing against each other, and the risk of exposing one's aurat due to the crowd. Kartika accepted this advice with an open heart.
2. Hopes Hidden in Prayer
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Although she follows her husband's advice, Kartika still harbors a strong desire to kiss the Hajar Aswad. In her prayer, she asks to be able to do so in a safe manner and in accordance with the Sharia.
"O ALLAH, may I one day be able to kiss the Hajar Aswad without any harm, to kiss easily and in a way that is good and pleasing to You.. but I don’t know how it can happen and how to do it, let it be You, O ALLAH, who plans it, for nothing is impossible for You," Kartika wrote in the caption of her post.
3. Answer to Prayer After Years of Waiting
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Kartika admitted that she almost forgot her own prayer. However, when she focused on improving herself and getting closer to God, the prayer was suddenly granted.
"God never forgets," said Kartika. She felt amazed and grateful because that moment came in a beautiful way and without any obstacles. She also praised the support from her husband who has always upheld her honor.
4. Netizens' Reactions to This Touching Moment
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Kartika's post received positive responses from netizens who were also touched and motivated. "Exactly! Every time I go there, I never get to. I hope I can also kiss the Hajar Aswad soon," wrote @ninaseptiani and "Bismillah ya Rabb, I am waiting for Your invitation to Baitullah with my husband," said @gustiawati04.
5. Kartika Putri's Spiritual Message for Her Followers
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Kartika closed her story with a profound message about the relationship with God. She emphasized the importance of self-improvement, surrendering to Allah, and believing that the best timing is always planned by Him.
She also invited her followers to prioritize love for Allah above all else. "Indeed, Allah is more romantic than all of His creatures," she wrote.
6. What is Hajar Aswad and why is it sanctified?
Hajar Aswad is a black stone located at the corner of the Ka'bah and is believed to originate from heaven. This stone is revered as a symbol of purity and God's grace.
7. Why is it difficult for women to kiss Hajar Aswad?
The crowds around Hajar Aswad are often very dense, increasing the risk of physical contact with non-mahram individuals, exposure of aurat, and other physical dangers.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.