Peringatan Tahun Baru Islam 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriah di SMA Negeri 3 Kota Mojokerto

Overview of the Event

The video is a report/recitation of the opening ceremony and an Islamic-themed talk held at SMA Negeri 3 Kota Mojokerto to commemorate 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriah (Islamic New Year). The host and participants begin with greetings, thanks to Allah, a salawat performance, and acknowledgements of school officials and teachers.

Key Themes in the Presentation (Muharram as Momentum for Change)

Islamic New Year (1 Muharram) and Its Meaning

The speaker explains that Muharram is the start of the Hijriah calendar, rooted in the historical idea of recording years after the existence of months. It is also discussed that earlier communities often named years after major events. Later, during the era of the Prophet’s companions, the community agreed that the Hijriah year should begin with the Hijrah (migration) of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina, because it marked the early strengthening of the Muslim community—described as a shift “from darkness to light” and the development of the community.

Practical lesson: The “Hijrah New Year” should remind Muslims to migrate spiritually and improve behavior, such as:

• encouraging friends to adopt good practices (e.g., wearing the hijab),
• and not missing prayers,
• while correcting shortcomings in daily life.

Why Muharram Is a Special Month

The talk states that among 12 months, there are four sacred months (hurum):

• Dzulqa’dah
• Dzulhijjah
• Muharram
• Rajab

These months have special significance. Worship during these periods is said to bring greater reward, while wrongdoing is considered more serious.

The talk also includes a historical narration connecting 10 Muharram to events involving Prophet Moses and the deliverance of the Israelites, presented as a reason for commemorating the day.

Fasting Guidance for 9–10 Muharram

The speaker highlights the recommended practice:

• Fasting on 9 and 10 Muharram, with emphasis that fasting on 10 Muharram is stronger when paired with 9 Muharram.

This is based on guidance to avoid imitating other groups.

Self-Reflection and Measuring Improvement

The session frames Muharram as a time for end-of-year evaluation and planning improvements for the coming year.

It encourages reflection on relationships and responsibilities under:

• hablum minallah (relationship with Allah),
• hablum minannas (relationship with people),
• hablum minal/ma‘a (broader accountability and social ties).

Examples mentioned include how one treats friends and family (including parents) and daily etiquette/behavior, with references to respectful conduct.

A key principle is presented in the form of a hadith-like benchmark:

If today is better than yesterday, one is truly fortunate; if equal, acceptable; if worse, one is among the unfortunate.

The talk concludes with indicators of successful self-improvement:

1. Consistency in doing good (istikamah), where steady small goodness is better than occasional big deeds
2. Being useful to others
3. Having ongoing efforts to improve

Closing

The host thanks the resource speaker, expresses hope that the material can serve as a foundation for continued self-improvement, and ends with apologies for any host mistakes and appreciation for everyone’s participation.

Presenters or Contributors

• Sekar Azalia (host/MC)
• Mr. Ahmad Mubarok, SPDI (resource speaker)
• Mrs. Silvi Aryani, M.Pd. (Principal; acknowledged in opening)
• Teachers, administrative staff, and all students of SMA Negeri 3 Kota Mojokerto (acknowledged participants)
• SKI team (performers of Islamic salawat/chanting)