KISAH SUNAN DRAJAD ( Raden Qasim ).

Summary

The transcript narrates the life of Sunan Drajat, a prominent figure among the Wali Songo, known for his wisdom and generosity. Born as Raden Qosim, he was the son of Sunan Ampel and played a pivotal role in spreading Islam along the north coast of Java. After surviving a shipwreck, he settled in various regions, establishing pesantrens and fostering community growth. His teachings emphasized kindness, wisdom, and non-coercive methods of spreading Islam. Sunan Drajat's legacy lives on through various sacred sites, including his tomb and museum in Lamongan, Java.

Takeaways

• 😀 Sunan Drajat, also known as Raden Qosim, had many names during his life, including Raden Kasim and Raden Qosim, which appeared in ancient manuscripts.
• 😀 He was the son of Sunan Ampel, who married Nyi Ageng Manila, and had several siblings, including Sunan Bonang and Sunan Giri.
• 😀 Sunan Drajat spent his childhood in Ampel, Surabaya, and was later tasked by his father to spread Islam along the western coast of Gresik.
• 😀 His journey to Gresik became legendary, with a story of survival after his boat was destroyed by a storm, leading to his miraculous rescue by two fish.
• 😀 Sunan Drajat eventually settled in Jelak Banjarwati, which later became a prosperous village known as Pancar Anyar.
• 😀 He moved to a higher location, now known as Desa Drajat, after concerns over floods, where he built a mosque to spread Islam.
• 😀 Sunan Drajat’s contributions to the region were significant, including the founding of a large settlement and a mosque used for Islamic education.
• 😀 Sunan Drajat spent his later years in Duwur, passing away in 1522, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom and generosity.
• 😀 His teachings emphasized kindness, non-harmful speech and actions, and the importance of helping those in need.
• 😀 Sunan Drajat used various methods to spread Islam, including direct teaching, creating educational institutions, providing advice, utilizing traditional art forms, and integrating Islamic rituals with local customs.
• 😀 He was also known for his miracles, including creating a well when he was thirsty, and for his deep concern for the welfare of the community.

Q & A

Who was Sunan Drajat and what are some of his names?

Sunan Drajat, also known as Raden Qosim, was a prominent Islamic figure in Java. He had several names, including Raden Kasim, Sunan Mahmud, Sunan Mayang Madu, Sunan Muria, and others mentioned in ancient manuscripts.

What is the significance of Sunan Drajat's early life?

Sunan Drajat, born Raden Qosim, spent his childhood and youth in Ampel Denta, Surabaya. His early life was marked by his relationship with his father, Sunan Ampel, who instructed him to spread Islam in the western coastal region of Gresik.

How did Sunan Drajat end up in Gresik?

Sunan Drajat's journey to Gresik began when he sailed from Surabaya on a fisherman’s boat. During his journey, his boat was struck by a storm, and he was eventually rescued by a talang fish and a cucut, which helped him reach land at a place known as Kampung Jelak Banjarwati.

What role did Sunan Drajat play in the development of the region?

Sunan Drajat played a key role in the development of the region by establishing a pesantren (Islamic school) in Kampung Jelak, which grew into a thriving village. He later moved to a higher area and established a new settlement named Desa Drajat.

How did Sunan Drajat deal with supernatural threats during the establishment of new settlements?

When Sunan Drajat opened a forested area for settlement, he encountered disturbances from supernatural beings. However, through his spiritual power, he managed to overcome these threats, leading to the establishment of a new settlement.

What is the significance of Sunan Drajat's teachings and how did he spread Islam?

Sunan Drajat's teachings focused on wise and gentle methods of spreading Islam. He employed various approaches, including direct preaching, education in pesantren, giving fatwas, using traditional arts like gending and pangkur, and incorporating local rituals that aligned with Islam.

What were the core teachings of Sunan Drajat?

The core teachings of Sunan Drajat emphasized charity and kindness, such as helping the blind, feeding the hungry, providing clothes for the naked, and giving shelter to those in need, reflecting his commitment to social welfare.

How did Sunan Drajat show care for his community?

Sunan Drajat was deeply concerned for the welfare of his community. He would often walk through villages at night, ensuring the safety of the people, encouraging them to perform prayers, and healing the sick with traditional remedies and prayers.

What spiritual abilities was Sunan Drajat known for?

Sunan Drajat was renowned for his spiritual powers. A famous example is the creation of the Lengsongo well in Semenggah, which he created through prayer after his followers dug up wild yams to alleviate his thirst during a tiring journey.

Who were Sunan Drajat’s wives and children?

Sunan Drajat married Dewi Kemuning, and later, he married Retno Ayu, a daughter of the Adipati of Kediri. He had children, including Pangeran Rekyana, Pangeran Sandi, and Dewi Muryani. He was also said to have married a Cirebon woman, resulting in four sons.