KECERDASAN PEMIKIRAN KAJAO LALIDONG TENTANG PEMERINTAHAN

Summary

This video explores the life and political philosophy of Kajao Laliddong, a brilliant thinker and statesman from the Bugis region in Indonesia. Laliddong's ideas, which emphasized honesty, wisdom, and the limitations of royal power, are compared to those of prominent Western philosophers like Machiavelli and Plato. His contributions helped shape governance in the Bugis kingdoms, promoting democratic ideals and social norms long before similar developments in Europe. The video also highlights Laliddong's influence on Bugis law, custom, and society, positioning him as a key figure in Indonesian intellectual history.

Takeaways

• 🤔 Kajao Laliddong is a lesser-known figure in Indonesian political thought, overshadowed by Western thinkers.
• 📜 Kajao Laliddong, a brilliant Bugis thinker and statesman, was active during the 16th and 17th centuries.
• 🧠 Laliddong's political philosophy emphasized honesty, wisdom, and ethics, contrasting Machiavelli's approach.
• 🌍 Laliddong's ideas on governance, judiciary, and social norms were highly advanced and democratic for his time.
• 🏛️ His concept of limiting royal power and involving the people in decision-making predates similar ideas in Europe.
• 👑 He believed that kings should rule with honesty and wisdom, resembling Plato's focus on good governance.
• ⚖️ Laliddong played a key role in treaties and federal agreements among Bugis kingdoms, promoting unity and justice.
• 📚 His contributions to Bugis society included ideas on social norms (Pangngadereng), governance, and dispute resolution.
• 🔗 Laliddong's thoughts were integrated with Islamic teachings as Islam spread in South Sulawesi, adapting to new norms.
• 🎓 His legacy continues to be relevant, though underrepresented in modern Indonesian political education.

Q & A

Who is Kajao Laliddong and why is he significant?

Kajao Laliddong is a title for a wise or clever person from Laliddong village in Indonesia. He is significant because he was a great thinker, statesman, and one of the great Indonesian poets. His political thoughts and constitutional concepts were adopted by several Bugis governments.

What does the title 'Kajao Laliddong' mean?

The title 'Kajao Laliddong' means 'smart or clever people from Laliddong village'.

What is the real name of Kajao Laliddong?

The real name of Kajao Laliddong is La Mellong.

When was La Mellong, the real person behind Kajao Laliddong, born?

La Mellong, the real person behind Kajao Laliddong, is said to have been born in 1507, although sources definitely mention he worked between the 16th and 17th centuries.

Who is WS Rendra and what did he say about Kajao Laliddong?

WS Rendra was one of the great Indonesian poets. He mentioned Kajao Laliddong as the 'brilliant star of the land of Ugi' and praised his thoughts on Adat, judiciary, jurisprudence, and governance.

How does Kajao Laliddong's political philosophy compare to that of Nicolo Machiavelli?

While Machiavelli is known for ignoring ethics or morals in political fights, Kajao Laliddong recommended that a ruler should be more honest and wise.

What values or traits did Kajao Laliddong instill in the king and people?

Kajao Laliddong instilled values such as Lempu (honesty), Acca (ingenuity), Asitinajang (propriety), Getteng (firmness), and Reso (effort, hard work), as well as Siri' (self-esteem).

What was the role of Kajao Laliddong in the treaty of Caleppa or Ulu kanayya ri Caleppa?

Kajao Laliddong played an important role in the treaty of Caleppa or Ulu kanayya ri Caleppa between Gowa and Bone in 1565.

How did the Bone Kingdom develop during the reign of La Tenri Rawe Bongkange with Kajao Laliddong as an advisor?

The Bone Kingdom experienced very rapid development during the reign of La Tenri Rawe Bongkange, largely due to the contributions of Kajao Laliddong as an advisor.

What are the two signs of a successful country according to Kajao Laliddong?

The two signs of a successful country according to Kajao Laliddong are: first, when the king rules honestly and wisely; and second, not being divorced or united, implying a stable and honest governance.

How does Kajao Laliddong's philosophy relate to the concept of democracy?

Kajao Laliddong's philosophy is very close to democracy. He was against the absolute and unrestricted rule of a king, advocating for limitations of the king's power and the importance of the people's will.

What is the concept of Pangngadereng in Bugis kingdoms?

Pangngadereng is a concept derived from Kajao Laliddong's thoughts, including Adat (custom), Talk (court), Rappang (jurisprudence), and Wari (social strata), which represents the social norms and governance structure in Bugis kingdoms.