Review film “SANG PENCERAH”

Summary

This video is a review of the 2010 film 'Sang Pencerah,' directed by Hanung Bramantyo. The movie tells the story of Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan, an Islamic reformer in Indonesia. It follows his journey from childhood as Muhammad Darwis, through his challenges in opposing local mystical practices, to his establishment of Muhammadiyah in 1912. The speaker highlights key moments, such as Ahmad Dahlan's pilgrimage to Mecca, his reform efforts, and the moral lessons of perseverance and standing up for truth. The review praises the film’s authenticity and character portrayals.

Takeaways

• 😀 The film 'Sang Pencerah' was directed by Hanung Bramantyo in 2010 and tells the story of Islamic reformer Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan in Indonesia.
• 📅 The story begins with the birth of Muhammad Darwis (later known as Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan) on August 1, 1846, in Yogyakarta.
• 🌍 At the time, Islam in Yogyakarta was influenced by mysticism and local beliefs, leading to a shift away from orthodox Islamic teachings.
• 🕌 Muhammad Darwis, as a young man, challenged these practices, including questioning the local mosque’s teachings and correcting rituals he deemed incorrect.
• ✈️ In 1883, Muhammad Darwis performed Hajj in Mecca, and upon his return, changed his name to Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan and dedicated himself to reforming Islam.
• 👰 Ahmad Dahlan married Siti Walidah and later succeeded his father as a religious leader in Yogyakarta, teaching open-minded Islamic discussions at Langgar Kidul.
• 📏 One key reform Ahmad Dahlan pushed for was correcting the direction of the Qibla in local mosques, leading to conflicts with local religious leaders.
• 📚 Despite opposition, Ahmad Dahlan founded Muhammadiyah in 1912, an Islamic organization aiming to return to the true teachings of Islam while promoting education and social reform.
• 📝 The establishment of Muhammadiyah was eventually approved by Sultan Hamengkubuwono, emphasizing that it was not a new religion but a movement to strengthen Islam.
• 🔑 Key moral lessons from the film include the importance of not fearing change for the greater good, doing good deeds for Allah, and guiding others towards the truth with kindness and patience.

Q & A

Who directed the movie 'Sang Pencerah' and when was it released?

'Sang Pencerah' was directed by Hanung Bramantyo and released in 2010.

Who is the central figure in the movie, and what is the movie about?

The central figure in the movie is Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan, a reformer of Islam in Indonesia. The movie tells the story of his life and efforts to reform Islamic practices in Yogyakarta.

What is the significance of Muhammad Darwis in the story?

Muhammad Darwis, later known as Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan, is the main character of the movie. The story starts with his birth and traces his transformation into an influential Islamic reformer.

What historical and cultural context does the film highlight?

The film highlights how Islamic practices in Yogyakarta were influenced by mystical beliefs, particularly the belief that the king was a manifestation of God, which led to deviations from Islamic teachings.

What major event during his pilgrimage to Mecca influenced Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan’s reformist views?

During his pilgrimage to Mecca in 1883, Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan became more convinced about the need to purify and deepen Islamic practices, which significantly influenced his reformist views.

What major conflict does Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan face regarding the direction of prayer (kiblat)?

Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan discovered that the direction of prayer (kiblat) in the Great Mosque of Yogyakarta was incorrect. When he tried to discuss this with other religious leaders, they rejected his view.

How did the local religious community react to Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan’s reforms?

Many traditionalists opposed his reforms. For example, the religious leaders destroyed Langgar Kidul, a prayer house where Ahmad Dahlan taught, because they disagreed with his teachings.

What was Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan’s role in the establishment of Muhammadiyah?

Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan founded Muhammadiyah in 1912, an organization aimed at purifying and modernizing Islamic practices, with the goal of improving the lives of Muslims through education and social reforms.

What was the moral message conveyed in the film 'Sang Pencerah'?

The film conveys the message that making changes, even if they are different from traditional practices, is not necessarily wrong. It encourages individuals to seek truth and reform for the greater good, with faith that Allah supports those who are on the right path.

What is the importance of Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan’s contribution to Islamic education in Indonesia?

Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan was instrumental in modernizing Islamic education by introducing schools with structured curricula, using desks and chairs, which was revolutionary at the time. This was part of his broader effort to advance Islamic teachings through education.