TLDR;
This video discusses several influential Indonesian Islamic scholars who have gained international recognition. It covers their biographies, education, key contributions, and notable works, highlighting their impact on Islamic studies and practices in Southeast Asia and beyond.
- Syekh Nawawi Al-Bantani: First Indonesian to become Imam of Masjidil Haram.
- Syekh Yusuf Al-Makassari: National hero known for his resistance against Dutch colonialism and his contributions to Islam in South Africa.
- Abdul Somad Al-Palimbani: Scholar who studied in Mecca and Medina and wrote extensively on Islamic theology and Sufism.
- Nuruddin Ar-Raniri: Scholar from Gujarat, India, who became an advisor to the Sultanate of Aceh and wrote on various Islamic topics.
- Hamzah Al-Fansuri: Influential figure in Malay literature, Sufism, and Islamic propagation.
- Muhammad Sholeh bin Umar Al-Samarani: Scholar who founded NU and Muhammadiyah.
Introduction [0:15]
The video introduces a discussion on the lives and works of several Indonesian Islamic scholars who have achieved global recognition. The discussion is part of an Islamic Education lesson for 11th-grade students following the Independent Curriculum. The video aims to explore the legacies and contributions of these scholars.
Syekh Nawawi Al-Bantani [1:14]
Syekh Nawawi Al-Bantani, whose full name is Abu Abdul Mu'ati Muhammad bin Umar, was born in 1815 in Tanara, Banten, and died in 1897 at the age of 84. He was the first Indonesian to become an imam at the Masjidil Haram and was known as Sayyidul Hijjaz. He authored approximately 115 works, which are still studied in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. His works are used in about 40 religious schools in the Philippines and by lecturers at the National University of Malaysia. Some of his notable works include Sab'atu Munajat, Tanqih al-Qaul al-Hafiz Syarah Lubab, and Fathul Habib al-Khorib Syarah Fathul Qorib Al Mujib.
Syekh Yusuf Al-Makassari [4:34]
Syekh Yusuf Abul Mahasin Tajul Khalwati Al-Makassari was born in Goa, South Sulawesi, on July 3, 1626, and died in South Africa on May 23, 1699, at the age of 72. He is recognized as a national hero of Indonesia and was given the title Tuanku Salamaka by the people of South Sulawesi. He began his religious education at age 15 and later became a Mufti in the Banten Sultanate. After performing the Hajj in 1644, he studied with prominent scholars in Mecca, Medina, and Yemen. In 1684, he was arrested and exiled to Sri Lanka, and later to South Africa in 1693, where he continued to preach and gained many followers. Nelson Mandela referred to him as one of Africa's best sons. His notable works include Zubdatul Asrar, and Safinatun Najah, which remains popular in many pesantren.
Abdul Somad Al-Palimbani [7:31]
Syekh Abdul Somad was born in Palembang, South Sumatra, in 1704 and died in 1789 at the age of 85. He received his early education from his father in Palembang and Kedah, Malaysia, and furthered his studies in Patani (Thailand) before going to Mecca and Medina. He studied Islamic law, theology, and Sufism, adhering to the Ahlussunnah Wal Jamaah tradition. His teachers included Muhammad bin Abdul Karim Al-Samarani and Muhammad bin Sulaiman Al-Kurdi. His works include Zahrotul Murid Hidayani Kalimat Tauhid and Hidayatus Salikin fi Suluki Masaili Ilmi.
Nuruddin Ar-Raniri [10:28]
Syekh Nuruddin Muhammad bin Ali Bin Hasan bin Muhammad Hamid Ar-Raniri Al-Quraisy was believed to be born in the late 16th century in Ranir, Gujarat, India, and died on September 21, 1658. He came to Aceh in 1637 and became an advisor to the Sultanate. He studied Malay in Aceh and deepened his religious knowledge during a pilgrimage to Mecca. Upon returning from Mecca, he found that the influence of Syamsudin Asmatrani was very large in Aceh. Because he did not agree with one of the streams of Sufism, Syekhrudin moved to the Malay Peninsula to deepen his religious knowledge and Malay. In 1637 AD he returned to Aceh. At that time, Syekh Syamsudin Sumatera had died. Thanks to his extensive knowledge, Sultan Iskandar Tani gave him the position left by Syamsudin. Nurutin served as the code of Al Malik Al Adil, namely the Grand Mufti, plus the position of Sheikh at the Baiturrahman Mosque. His notable works include As-Siratul Mustaqim and Durratul Faraid fi Syarhil Al-Aqaid an-Nasafiyah.
Syekh Abdul Rauf As-Singkili [13:29]
Syekh Abdul Rauf, also known as Hamzah Fansuri, was born in Singkil, Aceh, in 1615 and died in Kuala Aceh in 1693. He was a prominent scholar in Aceh and significantly influenced the spread of Islam in Sumatra and the archipelago. He studied with his father and other scholars in Banda Aceh before going to Mecca. He returned to Aceh around 1662 and developed his teachings, attracting many students from Aceh and other regions. Notable students included Syekh Burhanuddin Ulakan and Syekh Abdul Muhyi Pamijahan. His works include Mirat At-Tullab and Tarjuman Al-Mustafid, the first complete Quranic exegesis in Malay.
Muhammad Sholeh bin Umar Al-Samarani [15:50]
Muhammad Sholeh bin Umar Al-Samarani, known as Mbah Sholeh Darat, was born in Kedung Cumplang, Jepara, Central Java, around 1820 and died in Semarang on December 18, 1903. He was a prominent scholar whose students included the founders of Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) and Muhammadiyah, namely Hadratus Syekh Kyai Haji Hasyim Asy'ari and Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan. He studied with various scholars in Java and the Hijaz, including Syekh Muhammad Al-Mukhri and Syekh Yusuf Al-Misri. His works include Kitab pun Jihad, a commentary on Ihya Ulumuddin, and Faid Ar-Rahman, a translation of the Tafsir Al Kalam Al-Malik Al-Bayan, the first Quranic interpretation in Javanese with Arabic script.
Hamzah Al-Fansuri [18:23]
Syekh Hamzah Fansuri, also known as Hamzah Al-Fansuri, was from Barus, North Sumatra. He was proficient in Malay, Javanese, Siamese, Hindi, Arabic, and Persian. He was a significant figure in Malay cultural history, known for his contributions to literature, Sufism, and Islamic propagation. His works include poems like Syair Burung Unggas and prose works like Asrarul Arifin and Kitab al-Muntahi.
