Almuhtada.org – Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. was a friend of the Prophet who should be an inspiration to Muslims. His life, filled with faith and knowledge, made a huge contribution, leaving an lasting mark on Islamic history.
Throughout his life, Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. not only showed his diligence and loyalty as a friend of the Prophet Muhammad saw. but also achieved great success in the fields of science and fiqh. His faith and intellectual intelligence made Mu’adz bin Jabal RA a figure worthy of being an example for Muslims.
The Story of Mu’adz bin Jabal
Quoted from the book Akidah Akhlak by Harjan Syuhada, Mu’adz bin Jabal bin Amr bin Aus Al-Khazraji had the nickname Abu Abdurahman. He was one of the Prophet’s friends who was among the first Ansar to convert to Islam (As-Sabiqun Al-Awwalun) and was greatly admired by those around him.
The uniqueness of Mu’adz bin Jabal RA lies in his courage and loyalty in the struggle for Islam, as well as his knowledge. His knowledge of fiqh, his ability to make ijtihad, and his courage in expressing his opinions made him a role model.
According to the book Al-Wafi: Syarah Hadits Arba’in Imam an-Nawawi by Musthafa Dieb al-Bugha, Mu’adz bin Jabal RA was the friend of the Prophet who understood the most about what is halal and haram. The Prophet Muhammad saw. once said, “The person among my followers who knows the most about what is halal and haram is Mu’adz.”
When the Prophet Muhammad saw. was about to send Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. to Yemen, he tested his wisdom by asking, “What will be your guide in judging matters, O Mu’adz?” Mu’adz ra. replied firmly, “The Book of Allah.”
If something was not found in the Book of Allah, Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. depended on the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad saw.
If it was not found in the Sunnah, he would use his own reasoning. The Prophet saw. was very pleased with this answer and praised him.
His faith and intelligence made the Prophet SAW love Mu’adz bin Jabal RA very much. Mu’adz bin Jabal RA was often referred to by the Prophet’s friends as he was considered the most intelligent and knowledgeable person.
Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. was also a figure who always maintained his obedience to Allah SWT in all aspects of his life. His obedience was reflected in every action, word, and thought. In all matters, Mu’adz bin Jabal RA always prioritized obedience as the main foundation in facing life’s challenges.
The Role Model Mu’adz bin Jabal
Quoted from the book Nukilan Tarikh by Hasan Zein Mahmud, Mu’adz bin Jabal RA was gifted with intelligence and quick thinking. He had an extremely strong memory, and even among the close friends of the Prophet Muhammad saw. He was gifted with outstanding abilities in the fields of law and fiqh.
Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. was a companion of the Prophet who was famous for his knowledge, providing extraordinary inspiration for Muslims to love learning and pursue knowledge.
His presence as a figure who studied fiqh and Islamic law became an example that set alight the spirit of curiosity and love of knowledge.
When the Prophet Muhammad saw. praised Mu’adz bin Jabal ra. as the friend who knew the most about what was halal and haram, it was not just an empty compliment. Mu’adz bin Jabal RA earned this privilege because of his dedication to understanding and practicing the teachings of Islam, which are full of goodness.
For Muslims, Mu’adz bin Jabal is living proof that knowledge is a highly valued deed in the eyes of Allah. He encourages Muslims not only to understand religious teachings as an obligation, but also as a call to continuously learn and improve the quality of life for both this world and the hereafter. [] Fahdina Dean Yustisia
