In a religious study delivered by the Dean of FKIP Universitas Mataram, Drs. Lalu Zulkifli, M.Si., Ph.D., he emphasized that fasting has deep wisdom, namely increasing piety to Allah SWT. Fasting is not just about enduring hunger and thirst, but also training oneself to control lust and form a more patient and disciplined person.

Furthermore, he explained that piety has many forms, one of which is abstaining from lust that can plunge humans into actions that are not pleasing to Allah. By fasting, a Muslim is taught to control himself, both in speech, deeds, and thoughts, so as to get closer to the values of goodness and piety.

In addition, fasting also increases gratitude. Sometimes people forget how many blessings Allah has given. Allah SWT says in Surah An-Nahl verse 78, “And Allah took you out of your mother’s belly knowing nothing, and He gave you hearing, sight, and heart, that you may be grateful.” This verse reminds us that every favor we have is a gift from Allah for which we should be grateful, not taken for granted or even forgotten.

Through fasting, we are taught to reflect on how great Allah's gifts are, from health, food, to the opportunity to continue worshiping. If we try to count God's favors, we will never be able to. Therefore, fasting becomes a means for us to better understand the importance of gratitude and improving relationships with God and fellow humans.

May this month of Ramadan be a momentum for all of us to increase piety, strengthen self-control, and be more grateful for the blessings that Allah has bestowed.

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