Meaning of Istidraj: Explanation, Characteristics, How to Avoid it, and Quranic Verses that Discuss This Term

Kapanlagi.com - In Islam, there is a term called Istidraj. What is the meaning of Istidraj? Well, Istidraj is a term that refers to a trap for Muslims in the form of pleasure. This word is currently quite popular and often discussed.

In this article, we will discuss the explanation of the meaning of Istidraj. In addition to discussing the meaning of Istidraj, we will also discuss the characteristics of Istidraj and how to avoid it. Also, Quranic verses that discuss Istidraj.

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Therefore, according to various sources, this is an explanation of the meaning of Istidraj along with its characteristics and how to avoid it. Also, Quranic verses that discuss Istidraj.

1. Explanation of the Meaning of Istidraj

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In terms of language, the meaning of Istidraj is taken from the word "Daraja" which in Arabic means to ascend from one level to the next. However, in terms of terminology, the meaning of Istidraj has the meaning of punishment in the form of pleasure.

When a Muslim commits many sins and rarely worships, but his life continues to be filled with pleasure, this is a sign of Istidraj from Allah SWT. He is trapped in the pleasures of life, even though he is increasingly negligent in performing worship and other obligations.

According to the journal entitled Istidraj in the Quran Perspective of Imam Al-Qurthubi, the meaning of Istidraj is the pleasure that Allah SWT gives to those who oppose or distance themselves from Him. This is a punishment from Allah so that the person continues to fall into error.

This will certainly be a frightening thing for a Muslim. How come Allah SWT no longer gives reprimands and guidance, but instead gives pleasure to the person to continue to fall into error and distance from Allah SWT.

This is certainly not something desired by a Muslim. Obtaining guidance, reprimands, and the pleasure of Allah SWT in living life is necessary so that we, as humans, do not go astray.

2. Verses that Discuss Istidraj

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Now, what about the Quranic verses that discuss the meaning of Istidraj? There are many Quranic verses that mention the term Istidraj. And here are some verses in the Quran that discuss Istidraj:

1. Surah Al-A'raf verse 182

"And those who reject Our signs, We will gradually draw them towards destruction, in ways they do not know."

2. Surah Al-An'am verse 44

"So when they forgot the reminders that had been given to them, We opened all the doors (of pleasure) for them. But when they rejoiced in what they were given, We suddenly seized them, and they were plunged into despair."

3. Surah Ali Imran verse 178

"And let not the disbelievers think that Our respite to them is good for themselves. We grant them respite only so that they may increase in sinfulness. And for them is a humiliating punishment."

4. Surah Al-An'am: 44

"So when they forgot the reminders that had been given to them, We opened all the doors of pleasure for them, until, when they rejoiced in what they were given, We suddenly seized them, and they were plunged into despair."

5. Surah An Naml: 4

"Verily, those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have made their deeds seem attractive to them, so they wander blindly."

6. Surah Al Ankabut: 38

"And (the tribes of) Aad and Thamud, it has become clear to you from their (ruined) dwellings. And Satan made their deeds pleasing to them and averted them from the path (of Allah), while they were endowed with insight."

3. Characteristics of Istidraj

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In addition to understanding the meaning of Istidraj, KLovers can also recognize the characteristics of Istidraj itself. Yes, there are characteristics that you can see and feel clearly in an Istidraj. And here are some characteristics of Istidraj:

1. The first characteristic is when you feel that your work is going smoothly even though you don't worship. That can be an Istidraj.

2. Then the second characteristic of Istidraj is getting abundant sustenance even though you don't worship.

3. Next is feeling a sense of calm in life and heart even though you neglect worship or engage in sinful activities.

4. Rarely getting sick even though you often neglect worship and engage in sinful acts.

4. How to Avoid Istidraj

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And how do we distance ourselves from Istidraj? Yes, it has been explained before that Istidraj is a trial in the form of pleasure. And it is a heavy trial given by Allah SWT to His servants.

Istidraj occurs because we neglect worship but are still given worldly pleasures by Allah SWT. To distance ourselves from Istidraj, we must worship and always involve Allah SWT in our lives.

The pleasure of Allah SWT will keep us away from misguidance. Worshiping with sincere intentions and surrendering to Allah SWT, who is the Most Merciful and Compassionate, is the best repentance and will keep us away from Istidraj.

That is an explanation of the meaning of Istidraj that KLovers can understand and comprehend. Along with the characteristics and ways to distance ourselves from Istidraj, and the Quranic verses that discuss Istidraj.

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