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Asking for forgiveness as a part of Taubat is
usually revealed in sentences containing istighfar and
prayers as reflection of regret and guilt (Qs. Hud [11]:
52, 61, 90; Qs. Nuh [71]: 10-12). Ibn Hajar al-
‘Asqalânî (773-852 H) explains that istighfar
basically means asking for forgiveness though
intention from the heart, saying it out loud, or both. It
has been stated that istighfar through both the heart
and mouth is better since it shows seriousness in
asking for forgiveness (In’amuzzahidin, 2015)
Someone’s Taubat can actually construct strong
intention and determination (Ubaidillah, 2014).
Somebody is labelled to have a correct Taubat whey
they do not want to go back to their dark past and
when they do not only give benefit for themselves but
also for others (Katsir, 1419 H, jilid 8: 365;
(Septiawadi, 2013)
3.3 Self-forgiveness and surrender
This phase is actually a start for self-efficacy. Self-
forgiveness as the most important part of the therapy
does not only mean self-compromise, but also self-
appreciation. However, this part is considered the
most difficult one since some of the addicts have low
survival level.
Forgiveness is the opposite of revenge or anger,
a character which always emphasizes self-authority
towards one’s self or others (al-Jailani, 2009:
38;Ubaidillah, 2014; in Q.S Al-Baqarah [2] :187; Qs.
Hud [11]:9). Even though the context of the verse is
actually when prophet Hud told his people that anger
and revenge are no good (Katsir, 1419 H, Juz 4 , 396),
the text is a good lesson that self-forgiveness is an
important part in Taubat.
3.4 Gratitude
After the addicts go through self-forgiveness, the next
they have to phase is how grateful they are. This
phase is important since the addicts should realize
that they are worth it for themselves, their family,
neighborhood, and even their God. Thus, in the 96-
time repetition of Taubat, God never criticizes His
creatures; He embraces them instead.
Allah will surely accepts one’s repent (Al-Shura
[42]: 25; an-Nahl [16]: 119) Al-Baqarah [2]: 187).
Allah will even give them such rewards as
convenience in life and in the hereafter (Qs. Hud [11]:
3 dan 53) Qs. Al-Qashshash [28]: 67; Qs. Maryam
[19]: 60; since Allah is fond of those who repent (Qs.
Al-Baqarah [2]:222), (an-Nisa [4]:26,64). This faith
is something to bear in mind for the addicts so that
they will have strong desire as well as self-confidence
to get sober.
3.5 Efforts
What is mean by efforts is this phase has something
to do with determination on self-betterment. Thus,
they are sure not to repeat their sins, which in this case
is drug addiction [2]: 160, Q.s. Al-An;am [6]: 54
(Katsir, Juz 3, 1419 H, 233) Qs. Ali Imran {3]:89 Qs.
An-Nisa [4]:16
The addicts’ sobriety success can be seen by how
strongly they want to get sober. Their experiences on
the power of prayers and their spirit to learn more
deeply about religion can also be factors influencing
the success of their sobriety.
3.6 Consistency
In Taubat, regret and guilt can be a key factor as long
as it is done in consistency (Ubaidillah, 2014).
Istiqamah, the Arabic version of consistency (Qs.
Sajdah [41]:61) means solid belief in one God, or the
so-caled tauhid (Katsir, 1419H, juz 8, 254). Qatadah
states that Al-Hasan in his prayers always says “ya
Allah, you are the on and only God, thus pour us
istiqamah (Katsir, 1419 H, juz 8, 254) Qs. Hud [11]:
112 (Katsir, Juz 4, 1419 H, 203 ). Of all the seven
steps in the therapy, consistency tights them all since
every step should be done consistently to show
expected results.
It has been proven that Taubat therapy through
a program called MIRAS shows good results. First,
the addicts are fully sober; they do not want to go
back. Second, deep in the addicts’ heart, there is a tiny
desire to go back to the drug, yet they resist it. Third,
the addicts are reluctant to go back to heroin due their
fear of addiction. It has also been revealed that
explanations of Al-Qur’an verses give significant
contributions for them especially to forgive and
appreciate themselves so that they are finally sober.
This is especially inspired by the verse saying that
Allah is fond of those who repent.
4 CONCLUSIONS
Taubat is one of the key factors in drug addiction
therapy. Taubat basically means obedience, self-
efficacy, and regret not to repeat the same mistakes.
In Taubat therapy in a rehabilitation namely MIRAS,
there are basically seven steps involved including
intention, repent, prayers, efforts, surrender,
gratitude, and consistency. In addition, explanations
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