Qanaah is the Attitude of Feeling Content with All Blessings, Also Know Its Benefits in Life

Kapanlagi.com - In life, we must be useful and behave well. Even in Islam, Allah SWT really likes the qanaah character possessed by a human being. Qanaah is an expression of praiseworthy attitude possessed by a human. Even in Islam, a person who feels content and willing to accept what Allah SWT gives is called qanaah.

There are many benefits for someone who has the qanaah character. Not only benefits for life in this world, but also in the afterlife. This is because qanaah is one of the praiseworthy characters that should be possessed by a Muslim. Therefore, someone who has this praiseworthy character will always feel content and can live life peacefully.

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For those of you who are still confused about what qanaah is, here are some explanations about qanaah along with the benefits that can be felt. Let's check it out, KLovers.

1. Understanding Qanaah

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The first explanation is the understanding of qanaah. Qanaah comes from the words qani'a-qanu'an-qana'atan which means contentment with small or little things. If interpreted in terms, qanaah itself means feeling enough and willing to accept what is given and has become the decree of Allah SWT.

In addition, as cited from NU Online, qanaah is the attitude of feeling content with all the blessings that have been given and always being content with the results that have been obtained. However, qanaah does not mean simply surrendering. A Muslim who has the characteristic of qanaah also needs to strive and rely on the results of his efforts.

The characteristic of qanaah is also mentioned in a verse in the Quran which says: "So when mankind is touched by adversity, he calls upon Us; then when We bestow upon him a favor from Us, he says, 'I have only been given it because of [my] knowledge.' Rather, it is a trial, but most of them do not know." (Q.S Azumar: 49)

2. The True Meaning of Qanaah

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After understanding the definition of qanaah, you should also know the meaning of the word qanaah itself. In terms of language, the meaning of qanaah itself is to feel content or willing. Meanwhile, if interpreted in terms of terminology, qanaah itself means to feel content and willing to accept what is given by Allah SWT.

Someone who has believed in the trait of qanaah in their life will always be filled with gratitude in their heart. Everything and every effort they make, they will always accept the results with a feeling of gratitude and contentment.

This is the trait that should be possessed by every Muslim. This is so that they always feel content with all the sustenance that Allah SWT has given, so that they no longer complain about any effort that has been made. By always being grateful, this also becomes a goodness for humans, because they will always feel calm and happy about anything.

3. The Benefits of Having the Qanaah Character

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After knowing that qanaah is a praiseworthy characteristic for humans, of course, you also need to know and understand the benefits of that qanaah characteristic. And here are some benefits for those of you who have that qanaah characteristic:

1. A life full of gratitude

When we apply to live with qanaah, then our life will be full of gratitude. This is as mentioned in one of the hadiths, the Prophet Muhammad said, which means:

"Look at those who are below you (in terms of wealth and worldly matters) and do not look at those who are above you (in this matter). Thus, it will prevent you from underestimating Allah's blessings upon you." (HR.Muslim)

2. Avoiding feelings of envy and jealousy

A bad characteristic of humans is when their lives are full of envy and jealousy. They will always feel lacking and feel that other people are always happy. Of course, this will make us always feel ungrateful for what Allah SWT has given us, and always think badly of Allah SWT.

However, by setting our hearts to always be grateful, always believing in Allah SWT, this qanaah nature will keep us away from envy and jealousy. This is as mentioned in a hadith, the Prophet Muhammad SAW said, meaning:

"Indeed, fortunate is the person who has embraced Islam, given sufficient sustenance, and Allah has bestowed upon him the qanaah (contentment) nature with what is given to him." (HR. Muslim)

3. Becoming a fortunate person

The meaning of qanaah can also be concluded as a nature that instills in oneself that we always feel fortunate. The reason is that someone who has the qanaah nature will never feel lacking. They will always feel that what has been given is sufficient.

This is also narrated in a hadith that says, from Abdullah bin Amr, the Prophet Muhammad SAW said, "Indeed, fortunate is the person who has embraced Islam, given sufficient sustenance, and Allah has bestowed upon him the qanaah (contentment) nature with what is given to him." (HR. Muslim)

4. Always live in simplicity

And the last benefit felt by someone who establishes themselves with the quality of qanaah is that they will always live in simplicity. Although, in reality, we are able to show off the wealth we have, we still remain humble and simple.

Because the main goal is not solely to seek worldly wealth. Even in a hadith, it is stated, from Abu Hurairah, the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: "Wealth (of the rich) is not because of the abundance of possessions, but true wealth (of the rich) is richness of the heart." (Narrated by Bukhari and Muslim)

Yes, qanaah is a praiseworthy quality that is greatly liked by Allah SWT. And hopefully with the explanation above, we can better understand and apply the quality of qanaah with a sincere heart and for the sake of Allah SWT.

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