Various Fasting Intentions in Javanese Language and the Virtues that Need to be Known

Kapanlagi.com - Intention is a desire that comes from the heart to do something. For example, a Muslim who observes Ramadan fasting must fulfill two pillars of fasting, namely the intention to fast and abstaining from dawn until sunset. This intention must be sincere.

The obligation of intention is stated in the saying of Prophet Muhammad:

"Indeed, actions are based on intentions, and every person will have what they intended for," (H.R. Bukhari).

For Javanese people who use Javanese language as their daily communication tool, knowing the fasting intentions in Javanese language is important. If they know the meaning clearly in their daily language, they will be more determined to carry out their intentions. Therefore, to know the meaning of the Arabic phrases that you often recite, please learn the fasting intentions in Javanese language to obtain a firm heart.

If you are Javanese, it is appropriate for you to pay attention to various fasting intentions in Javanese language that are compiled from various sources below.

1. Intention of Fasting in Javanese Language during Ramadan

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Reading the intention of fasting in Arabic Latin:

"Nawaitu shauma ghadin an'adai fardi syahri ramadhani hadzihisanati lillahita'ala"

Reading the intention of fasting in Javanese language: "Niat insun poso ing dina sesuk saking anekani fedhune wulan Romadhon taun iki, kerono Allah ta'aala."

The intention of fasting in Ramadan, whether said in the heart or spoken out loud, is done in the evening before fasting. This is different from the intention of voluntary fasting, which can be said in the morning or on the day of fasting. The reading of the intention of fasting in Ramadan is often done together after Tarawih prayers. This activity has become a tradition in Indonesia, as a preventive step to fulfill the obligation of intending to fast before finally fasting the next day.

Observing Ramadan fasting is obligatory for accountable Muslims. Behind this obligation, there are various benefits related to the closeness of a Muslim to Allah. In Maqashidus Shaum, Izzudin bin Abdis Salam collected many narrations of the Prophet about the benefits and wisdom of fasting and the benefits of fasting, namely:

1. Increasing piety.

2. Erasing sins.

3. Controlling desires.

4. Increasing charity.

5. Perfecting obedience.

6. Increasing gratitude.

7. Preventing oneself from sinful acts.

2. Intention of Fasting in Javanese Language on Monday and Thursday

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Intention of Fasting on Monday

Nawaitu Shouma Yaumal Itsnaini Sunnatal Lillaahi Ta'aalaa

Meaning: "I intend to fast on Monday, as a sunnah for the sake of Allah ta'ala."

Javanese language intention of fasting: "Aku arep pasa dina Senen, sunnah amarga Allah ta'ala."

Intention of Fasting on Thursday

Nawaitu Shouma Yaumal Khomiisi Sunnatal Lillaahi Ta'aalaa

Meaning: "I intend to fast on Thursday, as a sunnah for the sake of Allah ta'ala."

Javanese language intention of fasting: "Aku arep pasa dina Kemis, sunnah amarga Allah ta'ala."

Regarding the timing of reciting it, the intention for fasting on Monday and Thursday does not have to be done the night before fasting. After knowing the Javanese language recitation of the intention for fasting, it would be better if you also know the virtues of fasting on Monday and Thursday.

The hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah explains the virtues of fasting on Monday and Thursday:

"Verily, the Prophet saw frequently fasted on Monday and Thursday. The deeds of the people are presented to Allah every Monday and Thursday, so I would like my deeds (on those days) to be presented while I am fasting." [HR.Ahmad from Abu Hurairah]

From this hadith, it is clear that Prophet Muhammad SAW often fasted on Monday and Thursday. The Prophet frequently fasted on Monday and Thursday because the deeds of the people are presented to Allah on these two days. Syekh Bujairimi in his work Attajrid Linaf'il Abid, Hasyiyah ala Fathil Wahhab said:

The phrase "When I am fasting" means being close to the fasting activity. Because, actions are shown after sunset when people have already broken their fasts. Syekh Bujairimi then provided additional information:

Notice: a person's deeds are shown before Allah SWT on Mondays and Thursdays.In the presence of the prophets, the person's deeds are shown on Fridays.While in the presence of the Prophet Muhammad, a person's deeds are shown every day.From the hadith and book, it is clear how special the intention to fast on Mondays and Thursdays is and the reward of the voluntary worship that will be obtained by anyone who performs it.

3. Intention of Fasting in Javanese Language on Weton

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This type of fasting is divided into three, namely fasting for a full day, fasting for three days, and fasting for seven days without interruption or done consecutively.Because it is believed to be one of the traditions of Kejawen, the Javanese language intention for fasting is also used in this weton fasting.Here is the Javanese language intention for fasting,

"Niat Ingsung pasa ing dina kelahiran tanpa mangan tanpa ngombe kangge (mention purpose/desire) kerono Allah Ta'ala"

Meaning, "I intend to fast on the day of birth to obtain (mention purpose) because of Allah Ta'ala."

Although considered a Kejawen tradition, this fasting is widely practiced by Muslims to commemorate their birthday.This weton fasting intention should not be made with "nawaitu shauma weton", because in Islamic Sharia, such ijtihad has not been found.However, he continued that weton fasting does not mean it is forbidden.Weton fasting can still be categorized as voluntary fasting in general by firming the intention to fast for Allah on that day.From Sa'id RA, he said,

"I have heard the Prophet Muhammad SAW say:

"Whoever fasts for a day in the way of Allah, then Allah SWT will distance him from the Hellfire for seventy years." (In Sahih al-Bukhari (2685) and Sahih Muslim (1153).

After knowing how to pronounce the Javanese language intention for fasting and the provisions regarding weton fasting, you also need to know the virtues that accompany it.

1. Enhancing spiritual sensitivity

People who regularly perform this fasting and do it in a good and proper manner can sharpen their spiritual sensitivity or inner vision.

2. Improving health

Birth fasting can also make the body healthier. Because the duration of this fast is the same as the Ramadan fast, which starts from suhoor and ends with iftar.

3. Stronger mentality

This fast can build a strong mentality for those who practice it. Not only by restraining desires, this fast also restrains emotions and must always be grateful for what is owned. This can make the mind clearer and the mentality stronger.

4. Keeping away from misfortune

People who feel unlucky because they were born on a day with a less favorable neptu can perform a birth fast because it is believed that this fast can protect oneself from misfortune.

5. Granting prayers and hopes

As explained earlier, the birth fast is believed to grant prayers and hopes when done correctly and sincerely.

Those are some Javanese fasting intentions that you can know. If you are Javanese, reciting intentions with knowing their meaning can bring satisfaction on its own. By knowing it, hopefully it can increase the steadfastness of the heart in carrying out fasting.

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