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Edition 26 May 2020
Cover Story
The Peaceful Path of Old Preachers
EIGHT ulemas from various parts of the archipelago spread Islam to different corners of what is today known as Indonesia. Faced with many challenges, such as stormy seas and isolation in their new homes, they worked to preach the religion, embracing communities that did not share their faith with their knowledge and wisdom. Like the wali (saints) before them, these ulemas promoted a peaceful and compassionate Islam.
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A Healer in the Red District
Abd al-Rauf al-Sinkili frequently put an end to feuds between Muslims in Aceh. He developed the Syattariyah school of thought in the archipelago.
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The First Prayer Hall in Ulakan
Sheikh Burhanuddin Ulakan spread Islam by establishing a surau. The first instance of a pesantren education methodology.
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Falak’s Tracks
Muhammad Falak bin Abbas was instructor to many important Muslim people of stature in this country. He took part in the Dutch resistance, and was prominent in politics.
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A ‘Pope’ from Giri
Before becoming king, Sunan Prapen propagated the Islamic faith to Lombok. He used shadow puppet plays to convey Islamic teachings.
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The Rebel from Pamijahan
Sheikh Abdul Muhyi used the Wali Sanga’s approach in spreading Islam in West Java. He managed to evade the Dutch.
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A Woman Wali
A waliyah (a female wali or early preacher of Islam in Indonesia) can be found in the history of the spread of Islam on the Island of Bawean. Zainab, as was her name, continued the religious propagation duties of her husband, who had died while sailing from Java.
Cover Story
Religious Outreach to Africa
Having travelled to the Middle East for more than 20 years, Sheikh Yusuf spread the message of Islam in Banten and other countries. The location of his tomb is still subject to debate.
National
Duel at Tower Seven
After over 50 days operating as an emergency hospital for Covid-19 patients, the Athlete’s Dormitory have treated nearly 2,000 people. Some lied to the doctors.
National
Pursuing Normality before the Peak
The government plans to ease social restrictions. But some regional heads tightened their population movements instead.
Interview
Interview
Nadirsyah Hosen, Young Intellectual, Nahdlatul Ulama: Don’t Use Clerics As Mere ‘Fire Fighters’
Market Pulse
A Modern and Dangerous Idea
Yopie Hidayat (Contributor)
Economy
Law Destroyed in the House
Ratification of the revised Mineral and Coal Mining Law draws criticism, with many accusing it of only benefitting mining corporations. A leaked letter from the Energy Commission points out that the deliberations should not continue.
Letters
Kimia Farma’s Right to Respond
With reference to the May 12-18, 2020 edition of the Tempo magazine’s cover story titled The Biozek Controversy, which was published on May 12, 2020.
Law
Judges’ Age limitations
The DPR proposes to amend articles concerning the age limit and term of office of judges in the Constitutional Court Law. Such insubstantial proposal gives rise to the suspicion of an exchange of interests.
Photo
Picture Window
Right On Track
Workers are fixing the crossties of the railroad tracks in Pawindan village, Ciamis Regency, West Java, Thursday, May 14. Kereta Api Indonesia’s Operational Region 2 of Bandung area is conducting maintenance works on railroads to ensure safe train transportation./ANTARA/Adeng Bustomi
Opinion
Inclusive Islam, Centuries Ago
THE history of the entry of Islam to Indonesia is a history of tolerance, acculturation and inclusivity.
Opinion
Conditions for a New Normal
The preparations for a new normal are unavoidable. There would be a huge risk if the Covid-19 pandemic were not handled properly.
Opinion
Pointless Revisions
Senayan has approved the proposal to revise the Constitutional Court Law. There is no urgent need to do so.
Opinion
Unfair Mining Law
The Mineral and Coal Mining Law favors corporations and sidelines the people. It should be the subject of an examination by the Constitutional Court.