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Conditions of the Hajj Dam in Ihram

(Serial study towards the Hajj Season) DDHK.ORG – The provisions of the Hajj Dam are discussed in the book Al-Majmu' ala Syarhil Muhadzab by Imam An-Nawawi. In the book there are four categories of dams for hajj, as follows: Tartib and Taqdir Rules for Hajj Dam Tartib and Taqdir are intended for pilgrims who perform the tamattu' pilgrimage, qiran pilgrimage and those who commit several violations of the obligatory pilgrimage, including: – Not intending (ihram) from miqat Makani - Not dying at Muzdalifah without a shar'i reason - Not dying at Mina without a shar'i reason - Not throwing the jumrah - Not performing thawaf wada' The payment of the Hajj fine is in the form of slaughtering a goat. When... READ MORE

Stress Can Cause Multiple Sclerosis Recurrence

DDHK.ORG - Stress cannot be underestimated. Stress can even cause a relapse of multiple sclerosis. Reporting from Republika, multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurodegenerative disease resulting from a chronic demyelination process in the central nervous system caused by autoimmune inflammation. Researchers have been trying to identify the exact triggers of multiple sclerosis (MS), a debilitating condition that occurs when the immune system attacks the protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord. Although the exact cause of autoimmune disease is still unknown, experts suggest that making certain lifestyle modifications such as eating a healthy diet, reducing stress, and exercising regularly can reduce the chances of multiple sclerosis recurrence. A ... READ MORE

Risks of playing HP while lying down, Beware!

DDHK.ORG - Playing cellphones while lying down is a common thing that can be found a lot. But it turns out, playing HP while lying down even for hours, has risks. Reporting from Republika, several studies over the past few years have warned about the harmful effects of using smartphones or smart phones on various aspects of health. Excessive cell phone use can affect sleep quality, affect memory and study skills. This has ended up being a cause for concern in today's age when kids are glued to screens all the time. Bad posture when using a cell phone can also cause a number of problems. Consistent forward neck posture can cause injury to spinal structures... READ MORE

The Wisdom of Ihram Prohibition

(Serial study towards Hajj 2023) DDHK.ORG - Everything has a silver lining. Including the prohibition of ihram. Some of the wisdom of the prohibition of ihram as contained in the book Amal Al-Qulub fi Al-Hajji Wa Al-Umrah, the work of Shaykh 'Abdullah Al-'Anzi, including: Growing Fear from Allāh Fear is the most noble practice of the heart and the most noble practice. beneficial to the heart and this fear is obligatory for everyone: فلا تخافوهم وخافوني إن كنتم مؤمنين Do not be afraid of them, fear Me if you are believers(QS, Ali-'Imran 175). Cultivating Allāh's Supervision in the Soul Allāh's Supervision includes the practice of the heart, and when it settles in the heart and always... READ MORE

Some Prohibitions When Berihram

(Serial study towards the 2023 Hajj season) DDHK.ORG - In berihram, there are several prohibitions that must be known. Further explanation can be seen as follows: Rasulullah SAW said: لاَ يَلْبَسُ المُحْرِمُ اْلقَمِيْصَ وَلاَ الْعِمَامَةَ وَلاَ اْلبُرْنُسَ وَلاَ الْسَّرَاوِيْلَ Amen ِ فَلْيَقْطَعْهُمَا حَتَّى يَكُوْنَ أَسْفَلَ مِنَ الْكَعْبَيْنِ "Let not a muhrim wear robe, imamah, burnus, pants, clothes that are affected by wars and za'faron and don't wear leather socks unless they don't get sandals, then he should cut them down to below his two ankles” [Reported by Bukhari and Muslim] Among the prohibitions during Berihram: For .. . READ MORE

Extreme Hot Middle East, Pilgrims Must Be Alert

DDHK.ORG - Currently the Middle East region and countries in the Gulf, are facing extreme heat. Pilgrims currently in Saudi Arabia are advised to be vigilant. This extreme heat is caused by climate change. Poorer populations are especially at risk in the decades ahead. As reported by Republika, research published in the journal Nature Sustainability looks at the way countries are exposed to unprecedented heat. The average annual temperature is 29 degrees Celsius or higher. The study evaluates exposure under two scenarios by 2070, namely if global temperatures rise by 1,5 degrees Celsius or 2,7 degrees Celsius. In the global population scenario... READ MORE

Ihram in Hajj and Umrah Worship

Serial study towards the 2023 Hajj season) DDHK.ORG - What is ihram? This is one of the pillars of Hajj which is important to understand. Ihram means intending to perform the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage, which executors are called muhrim or muhrimun. Ihram comes from the word احرم – يحرم – احراما, which means to forbid. In the context of Hajj and Umrah, ihrām means, الدخول فى الحرمة (entering into the forbidden). Meanwhile, according to the term, ihrām نية الدخول فى الحج اوالعمرة It means the intention to enter (perform) the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage by forbidding things that are prohibited during the berihram. Ihram, as an important part of the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages, is performed from the miqât. A ... READ MORE

Pillars of Hajj and Obligatory Hajj

(Serious study towards the 2023 Hajj season) DDHK.ORG – The Syafi'i School distinguishes the pillars of Hajj and the obligatory Hajj. The difference between the two is not found in other worship. The pillars of this pilgrimage become the core part of the pilgrimage. This pillar determines the legitimacy of the pilgrimage. Pillars of Hajj can not be replaced with other fines. As for the obligatory hajj, if one of them is left alone, it is obligatory to pay a dam (fine). Related to the Pillars of Hajj The scholars differ slightly in mentioning the pillars of Hajj. Some scholars mention the five pillars of Hajj. Some other scholars mention the six pillars of Hajj. Some scholars separate ihram and ihram intentions as follows: وأركان الحج خمسة الإحرام والنية ... READ MORE

Often wakes up in the middle of the night, maybe this is the cause

DDHK.ORG - Often waking up in the middle of the night is a problem for some people. According to a 2010 study in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research, a third of the more than 2.000 people surveyed reported waking up at least three nights per week. Reporting from Republika, although sleep disorders rarely indicate serious underlying problems, they can make a person feel tired and ultimately have a negative impact on mental and physical health. If you want to overcome sleep problems, quoting from the Best Life page, Saturday (20/5/2023), doctors say the main step is to identify what factors can cause it, here are seven causes: Have a Chronic Health Condition If you wake up all the time... READ MORE

Mandatory Hajj Requirements, Check This Out

(Serious study towards the 2023 Hajj season) DDHK.ORG - The pilgrimage has mandatory requirements that must be met. This is to ensure that someone is exposed to the obligation of Hajj. These conditions also determine whether or not a person enters the pilgrimage obligation. From various descriptions Alquran and hadith, scholars mention at least seven obligatory conditions for the pilgrimage. People who fulfill these conditions are subject to the obligation of pilgrimage. The seven obligatory conditions for Hajj are as stated in the books of fiqh as follows: There are seven obligatory conditions for Hajj, namely Islam, puberty, reason, independence, and having a vehicle and supplies... READ MORE