In a world full of challenges and competition, the inspiring story of young scholar Muhammad Saihul Basyir offers deep insights into the power of faith and perseverance.
As the son of Ustadz Mutammimul 'Ula and Ustadzah Wirianingsih, Muhammad Saihul Basyir has shown that dedication to spiritual education can lead to unexpected success, even amidst intense academic pressure.
He became a young scholar who memorized the Quran's 30 chapters at the age of sixth grade and has since memorized thousands of Hadiths. He recounts some of the real-life experiences he has had. Here is his story.
During my fourth year of medical school, when all students were fully focused on final exam preparations and abandoning all other activities, I was still busy reciting the Quran to my teachers.
My recitations were not completed in just one or two years. Instead, it took several years, even 7 or 10 years. Studying with great scholarly teachers, I delved into the depths of knowledge and life, which was truly enjoyable.
I was still in Medina, and the exam was just a month away. I studied with my study group as much as I could. Then, after sunset, I went to recite to Sheikh Ali Hudzaifi.
My friends tried to stop me, saying, "Just postpone your recitations; this is the final exam! The most difficult exam! Just stay here until you finish, and then you can go for your recitations."
I replied, "No," they said, "Alright then, go ahead, but don't keep going back and forth; it will disturb your focus on studying."
I responded, "If the Quran were to be the reason for my failure in the exam, then I would be proud of it. But that is impossible. The Quran cannot be the cause of anything except success and passing the exam. You will see."
My study schedule for recitation was after dawn and after sunset. It never changed. Until the day of the exam arrived.
Two days before the exam, I visited Sheikh Ali Hudzaifi and said, "O Sheikh, tomorrow we have our final exam in Jeddah. The graduation exam. I request permission to be absent until the day after tomorrow. Please pray for me."
"Please, may Allah grant you success," he replied.
In the morning, I went to Raudhah, prayed two rak'ahs, made a supplication, and then left.
Upon arriving in Jeddah, I had just one day to prepare. The next day was the exam. After the exam, I immediately returned to Medina.
I resumed my recitations while waiting for the exam results. But because I was busy with recitation, I didn't have time to find out.
Suddenly, a friend called me. He asked, "Abdullah, how did your exam go?"
I replied, "I don't know."
He said, "You're joking."
"By Allah, I don't know the results of my exam."
He exclaimed, "No one passed the exam except one person. And that person is you!"
MashaAllah! Is this the blessing of the Quran?"
Muhammad Saihul Basyir, who became a memorizer of the Quran's 30 chapters at a very young age, has memorized thousands of Hadiths and continues to pursue knowledge with an undying spirit. His journey during his years of medical school in Medina is a real testament to his extraordinary commitment.
Despite facing a final exam that demanded full focus, Saihul Basyir remained faithful to his recitation routine, demonstrating that a balance between worldly and spiritual education is possible.
When his friends suggested postponing recitations for the exam, Saihul Basyir's response was firm and full of conviction. He believed that the Quran would never be an obstacle to success but rather its source. This belief was proven true when, against all odds, he was the only student to pass the exam.
Saihul Basyir's story teaches us that dedication to spiritual values and religious education not only enriches the soul but can also bring success in everyday life. This is a valuable lesson for anyone seeking inspiration to pursue their goals with faith and determination.
Wallahu A'lam, only Allah knows best. This true story reminds us all that the blessings of the Quran are real and can work wonders in our lives.
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