Sunan Kalijaga: History and Legacy

The video tutorial covers the life and contributions of Sunan Kalijaga, a prominent figure in the spread of Islam in Indonesia. It begins with an introduction to his biography, detailing his lineage and early life. Sunan Kalijaga, originally known as Raden Syahid, was a nobleman who turned to a life of helping the poor through unconventional means. His transformation began after meeting Sunan Bonang, who guided him towards a more righteous path. Sunan Kalijaga is renowned for integrating Javanese culture with Islamic teachings, using wayang and gamelan as tools for dakwah. His approach was unique, as he adapted to local customs and languages to effectively communicate his message.

Who was Sunan Kalijaga's grandfather related to?

• Sayyidina Uthman bin Affan

• Sayyidina Umar bin Khattab

• Sayyidina Ali bin Abi Talib

• Sayyidina Abbas bin Abdul-Muththalib

What was Raden Said's initial rebellious act?

• Starting a new religious sect

• Stealing food from the Kadipaten warehouse

• Leading a protest against the government

• Writing a letter to the Sultan

What was the condition Sunan Bonang set for Raden Said to become his student?

• To travel to Mecca

• To fast for a month

• To write a book on ethics

• To wait by the river and guard his staff

Which of the following arts did Sunan Kalijaga use for his dakwah?

• Painting and Sculpture

• Poetry and Calligraphy

• Wayang kulit and Gamelan

• Batik and Dance

What was the significance of Sunan Kalijaga's use of wayang kulit?

• To preserve ancient stories

• To entertain the royal court

• To convey Islamic teachings through familiar cultural elements

• To create a new form of art

What is the main theme of the song 'Ilir-Ilir'?

• The beauty of nature

• The importance of education

• Celebrating the harvest season

• Returning to Allah and controlling desires

What does 'Gundul-Gundul Pacul' symbolize?

• The cycle of life and death

• The importance of humility

• The journey of a farmer

• A leader's misuse of senses leading to arrogance

How did Sunan Kalijaga dress during his dakwah?

• In a monk's robe

• In royal garments

• In a warrior's armor

• In traditional local attire

What language did Sunan Kalijaga use in his teachings?

• Latin

• Sanskrit

• Classical Arabic

• The common language of the people

What was the primary goal of Sunan Kalijaga's dakwah?

• To integrate Islam with local culture

• To establish a new kingdom

• To write religious texts

• To build a large following