Tracing the Word Al-Wail in the Qur'an Perspective of al-Imam Fakhr al-Din al-Raziy in al-Tafsir al-Kabir Mafatih al-Ghaib

Abstract

Currently, the condition of Muslims often shows quite a distance from the guidelines taught by ustadz, either through lectures from the pulpit or other spiritual teachings. This phenomenon sometimes leads some of them to fall into the wrath of Allah SWT. Some of the problems that frequently arise include negligence in performing prayers, reluctance to engage in dhikr, and committing shirk and injustice. These issues are a serious concern for all of us.

This article aims to examine in depth the concept of al-wail in the Qur'an according to the views of al-Imam Fakhr al-Din al-Razi. In addition, it discusses the causes of al-wail, the groups of people who are subject to it, as well as practical steps to avoid it, based on the explanations found in his tafsir.

This research employs a qualitative approach with a focus on literature review or library research. The method relies on written sources without involving fieldwork. The author uses a maudhui (thematic) approach to explore the topic of al-wail. As a first step, the primary focus is on the views of al-Imam Fakhr al-Din al-Razi as presented in his tafsir, al-Tafsir al-Kabir Mafatih al-Ghaib. The analysis is further strengthened by references to other relevant books and texts related to the topic.

The findings of this study identify eleven causes of al-wail and explain the categories of individuals who are subject to it. Furthermore, this article outlines seven effective strategies to avoid al-wail, offering practical preventive measures that can be applied in daily life. Among the identified causes are: (i) falsifying the holy book, (ii) disbelief, (iii) lying against Allah SWT, (iv) injustice, (v) hypocrisy, (vi) a hardened heart that refuses to remember Allah, (vii) polytheism, (viii) disobedience to parents, (ix) cheating in measurement, (x) cursing and excessive criticism, and (xi) negligence in prayer.