Pengajian Malam Senin bersama KH. Muhammad Haiban, Ahad 22 September 2024

Summary

The speaker discusses the dangers of radicalism and terrorism, highlighting historical events involving terrorism in Indonesia, particularly in Makassar, and contrasting them with the widespread violence caused by communist movements. He recounts instances of communist influence in the past, emphasizing manipulation, deception, and political persecution of key figures like Buya Hamka and Kasman Singodimejo. The speaker also warns about the resurgence of communist ideologies, sharing anecdotes of their covert activities and encouraging awareness. The session concludes with a message of vigilance against communism, stressing the importance of understanding history.

Takeaways

• 🧨 The speaker discusses radicalism and terrorism, mentioning specific incidents like the Makassar bombing and other terrorist attacks in Indonesia.
• 🛑 The speaker highlights that communist movements are often overlooked, referencing historical events where thousands were killed in conflicts involving communists.
• 📅 Key events cited include massacres in Cirebon, Banten, Tegal, and Brebes in the late 1940s, where thousands of people lost their lives.
• 📖 The speaker criticizes the portrayal of terrorism as something associated with Islam while other forms of violence, like those attributed to communism, are ignored or minimized.
• 📝 Historical figures like Buya Hamka and Kasman Singodimejo are mentioned as being falsely accused or misrepresented, particularly in relation to political and religious persecution.
• ⚔️ The speaker recalls the communist uprising in Madiun in 1948 and other instances where the communist party attempted to overthrow the government.
• 🌍 Buya Hamka is praised for his international recognition as an Islamic scholar, but also cited as an example of someone who faced false accusations of political crimes.
• 🔨 The speaker accuses communists of deceiving the poor, promising land reforms that never materialized, and using military force to intimidate political opponents.
• 📚 The speaker refers to various books that cover the history of communist movements in Indonesia, criticizing biased narratives that downplay the role of religious leaders and the military in opposing communism.
• 🌐 The speaker concludes by warning that communist ideology still exists and is being spread in subtle ways, even through educational programs disguised as agricultural training.

Q & A

What is the speaker's perspective on terrorism and its portrayal?

The speaker criticizes the selective portrayal of terrorism, particularly instances attributed to Islam, while other forms of terrorism, such as communism-related violence, are not highlighted.

What specific historical examples of terrorism does the speaker mention?

The speaker mentions terrorism in Makassar, an incident where a woman shot someone in Jakarta, and communist-led atrocities in Indonesia, specifically citing Cirebon, Banten, Tegal, and Brebes in 1946, and other events in 1948, where thousands died.

How does the speaker describe the communist promises to poor people?

The speaker claims that communists promised poor people land (referred to as 'rek') but deceived them by giving them much smaller plots of land than expected.

What are the speaker's accusations against communists regarding political figures like Buya Hamka?

The speaker accuses communists of slandering prominent Islamic scholars and political figures like Buya Hamka, alleging false accusations of plotting to kill government officials.

What role did Pak Kasman Singodimedjo play in Indonesia's history according to the speaker?

The speaker highlights Pak Kasman as the first commander of Indonesia's PETA (Defenders of the Homeland) forces, which included many Muslim leaders, and accuses communists of attempting to smear his reputation.

How does the speaker view the G30S incident and communist influence in Indonesia?

The speaker suggests that communists were deeply embedded in Indonesian society and military, and they influenced events like the G30S movement, where communists attempted to overthrow the government.

What does the speaker say about the recognition of Islamic leaders in Indonesia's history?

The speaker argues that the contributions of Islamic leaders, particularly from the NU (Nahdlatul Ulama), in Indonesia's fight for independence are often overlooked or minimized in official historical accounts.

What is the speaker's assessment of the influence of PKI (Indonesian Communist Party) after its downfall?

The speaker asserts that despite the PKI’s formal defeat, communist ideologies still persist, and efforts to revive them continue through covert means, such as misleading training programs.

How does the speaker describe the rehabilitation of communists in Indonesia in the 1950s?

The speaker notes that communists were rehabilitated in 1952 and participated in the 1955 elections, securing a significant number of votes. This rehabilitation is seen as the beginning of President Sukarno's alignment with communist ideals.

What is the speaker's warning regarding modern communist activity in Indonesia?

The speaker warns that communist influence is still present and covert, emphasizing the need for vigilance and awareness of how it manifests in contemporary society.