Gerakan Ekonomi Muhammadiyah

Summary

This video discusses Muhammadiyah’s approach to economic empowerment, emphasizing self-sufficiency for the Muslim community. Rooted in Islamic teachings, Muhammadiyah’s founder, K.H. Ahmad Dahlan, used his wealth to support the movement’s educational and entrepreneurial goals. The movement aimed to combat the economic inequalities imposed by colonial legacies and promote entrepreneurship. Despite challenges in later decades, Muhammadiyah has continued to focus on empowering its members through small businesses, cooperatives, and workforce training. The video highlights the importance of Islamic economic models and the need for Muslims to return to entrepreneurial roots to ensure long-term economic independence.

Takeaways

• 😀 Muhammadiyah's economic movement is rooted in strengthening the community's economy based on the principles in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 3, which emphasizes supporting the poor without merely giving charity.
• 😀 The founder of Muhammadiyah, K.H. Ahmad Dahlan, was a businessman who used his wealth to support the organization's mission and never took profit from its establishment.
• 😀 In the 1950s and 1960s, Muhammadiyah had numerous business alliances to support its organizational network through contributions from Muhammadiyah's entrepreneurs.
• 😀 The historical context of economic monopolies in Indonesia, such as the control by Chinese traders over the economy, led to the importance of self-sufficiency for native Indonesians.
• 😀 Muhammadiyah teaches the value of self-reliance and independence in economics, drawing from the example of its founder, who was a trader.
• 😀 From the 1960s onwards, Muhammadiyah's growth slowed due to its members shifting to stable government jobs, with the allure of public service positions (PNS) offering security and less mobility.
• 😀 Public service jobs (PNS) are seen as a 'comfort zone,' and many prefer them, leading to a lack of dynamic thinking and entrepreneurial spirit among Muhammadiyah members in later years.
• 😀 The Islamic community, according to the script, needs to regain control of the economy to regain strength and advance Islamic civilization.
• 😀 In the 30 years of the New Order (Orde Baru), the economic life of Muslims was marginalized, with Muslims mainly consuming products rather than becoming active economic players.
• 😀 Muhammadiyah as a social movement with significant assets in education, healthcare, and other sectors should focus on empowering the economy and creating self-reliant cadres to improve community welfare.

Q & A

What is the main focus of Muhammadiyah's economic movement?

The main focus of Muhammadiyah's economic movement is to empower the Muslim community by promoting economic independence based on Islamic principles, specifically from Surah Al-Baqarah (2:3), which emphasizes self-sufficiency and not merely providing charity to the poor.

How did KH Ahmad Dahlan, the founder of Muhammadiyah, contribute to the movement's economic growth?

KH Ahmad Dahlan contributed to Muhammadiyah's economic growth by using his wealth to support the movement. He sold personal possessions and dedicated the proceeds to Muhammadiyah's mission, demonstrating his commitment to the cause.

What role did entrepreneurship play in Muhammadiyah's early development?

Entrepreneurship played a crucial role in Muhammadiyah’s early development, as many Muslim entrepreneurs contributed a portion of their earnings to support the movement. This entrepreneurial spirit was essential for sustaining the organization and expanding its influence.

How did the economic structure of post-independence Indonesia affect Muhammadiyah's goals?

Post-independence Indonesia had economic disparities, with the native population being at the bottom of the social hierarchy, which hindered access to economic opportunities. Muhammadiyah’s focus was to empower Muslims to become entrepreneurs to overcome these economic challenges and achieve self-sufficiency.

Why did Muhammadiyah's economic momentum slow down in the 1980s and 2000s?

The slowdown occurred because many Muhammadiyah members opted for stable, secure government jobs (PNS), which led to a reduced focus on dynamic entrepreneurship. This shift away from business activities hindered the movement’s economic growth.

What is one major issue with the way economic discussions were framed in the Muslim community during this time?

One major issue was that the economic debates within the Muslim community were often focused only on issues like halal banking and usury, while other sectors of the economy, like entrepreneurship and industrial development, were not receiving the necessary attention.

What are some of the initiatives established at Muhammadiyah's Muktamar to improve the economic situation?

At Muhammadiyah’s Muktamar, several initiatives were established, including economic education and coaching, empowering Muhammadiyah-affiliated entrepreneurs, supporting cooperatives, and boosting industries such as agriculture, fisheries, and small businesses.

How did Muhammadiyah aim to support rural economic development?

Muhammadiyah aimed to support rural economic development by focusing on increasing participation in national economic development, creating more opportunities for small businesses, and promoting fair and equitable economic opportunities for rural communities.

What role did the development of entrepreneurship play in Muhammadiyah's economic goals?

Entrepreneurship was central to Muhammadiyah’s economic goals. The movement aimed to foster an entrepreneurial mindset, increase work ethics, and create a culture of self-sufficiency among Muslims, encouraging them to actively contribute to the national economy.

How did Muhammadiyah address unemployment issues in its economic programs?

Muhammadiyah addressed unemployment through programs like BLT (Balai Latihan Tenaga Kerja), which focused on providing vocational training to reduce unemployment and improve job opportunities for the community.