Fajarasia.co – The Chairperson of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Puan Maharani, mourns the death of Buya Syafii Maarif. According to him, the Indonesian nation lost a great figure with the departure of the Muslim scholar.
“On behalf of the leadership and all members of the DPR RI, I convey my deepest condolences for the death of Buya Prof Dr H Ahmad Syafii Maarif. Indonesia has lost another national teacher,” said Puan, Friday (27/5/2022).
Personally, the first woman to serve as Chair of the Indonesian House of Representatives admitted that she was deeply lost by the death of Buya Syafii. Puan’s relationship with the cleric who was born on May 31, 1935 is very close and is like family.
“He is a very nurturing, wise figure. Our closeness can be said to be like that of a grandson with his grandfather, because when we met I could talk casually and intimately,” he recalls.
“There are many things and knowledge that I get when I am discussing and talking with him,” continued Puan.
Buya Syafii died in Yogyakarta this morning after suffering a mild heart attack since last March. According to Puan, it is not only Muslims who feel lost by the death of the former General Chairperson of PP Muhammadiyah.
“The death of Buya Syafii is not only sad for Muhammadiyah and Muslims. His passing is a loss for all Indonesian people, considering his figure is so respected and admired by people of all religions,” said the former Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture.
Puan prays that Buya Syafii Maarif will find the most beautiful place in Heaven. He also prayed that the bereaved family would be given courage and strength.
“Now it is our duty, the sons and daughters of the nation, to continue the ideals of Buya Syafii, who is concerned about progressive Islam, tolerance, national values, and his commitment to Pancasila values,” said Puan.
Puan also expressed her appreciation and gratitude for Buya Syafii’s dedication to Muslims, the nation and state, and the entire community.
“Goodbye Buya, thank you for everything you have done for Indonesia,” he concluded.*****
