Friday is a very special day, especially for Muslims. The reason is not because it is the last working day of the week. In Islam, Friday has a special status that no other day has. Allah SWT gives multiple rewards to His people who do good deeds and worship. Multiple rewards will also be given to those who perform sunnah worship on that day. Here are some important things to know about the virtues of Friday.
The Day Prophet Adam Was Created
Did you know that the first human, Prophet Adam, was created on Friday? Not only that, Friday is also the day when Prophet Adam and Eve were sent down to earth. This is in accordance with the words of the Prophet Muhammad, which are recorded in the following hadith:
“The best day on which the sun rises is Friday. On that day Adam Alaihissalam was created, admitted to heaven, expelled from it, and the Day of Judgment will not occur except on a Friday.” (H.R Muslim).
A Holy Day for Muslims
Another virtue of Friday is that it is a holy day for Muslims. In fact, Friday is considered more sacred than other days. On Friday, we should immediately stop all activities, including buying and selling, when the call to prayer sounds. This phenomenon can be seen when visiting Arab countries. The virtue of Friday is mentioned in the following hadith:
“O you who believe! When the call to prayer is sounded on Friday, hasten to the remembrance of Allah and leave your trading.” (QS Al Jumu’ah [62]:9).
Multiplied Rewards
For those who want to collect as many rewards as possible, increase your worship and good deeds on Fridays. This is because Allah SWT promises to give double rewards on Fridays. The virtues of Friday are even mentioned in a verse of the Qur’an, namely Surah Al-Baqarah. It reads:
“The parable of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed which grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains. Allah multiplies [the reward] for whom He wills, and Allah is All-Encompassing, All-Knowing.” (QS. Al Baqarah:216).
The Time When Prayers Are Answered
Of course, it is no secret that prayers offered at certain times will be answered. One of these times is on Friday. On this day, do not hesitate to offer prayers to Allah SWT. Ask the Creator for everything, of course with humility and surrender. The granting of prayers on Friday is in accordance with the following hadith:
“On Friday there are 12 hours. Among them there is a time when if a Muslim asks Allah at that time, Allah will surely grant it. Look for that time at the end of the day after Asr.” (HR. Abu Dawud)
All Sins Are Forgiven
Another virtue of Friday is that all sins are forgiven. As humans, we will inevitably make mistakes. Sins cannot always be avoided. However, Allah SWT, the Most Merciful, has designated Friday as the perfect moment to melt away sins. That is why we must not miss Friday prayers. This is reinforced by the following hadith:
“Whoever performs ablution, then perfects it, then goes to Friday prayers, sits close to the Imam and listens to his sermon, his sins between that day and the next Friday, plus three days, will be forgiven.” (HR. Muslim)
These are some of the interesting virtues of Friday that are worth knowing. To receive the blessings of Friday, don’t forget to give alms. Donors can channel their donations through Dompet Dhuafa. This trusted charity has clear donation targets. The donation reports that donors receive are also transparent and clear. Let’s do Friday charity at Dompet Dhuafa right now.