Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
chairman Indonesian Religious Leader (MUI) Cholil Nafis criticized the article writing competition held by the Pancasila Ideology Development Agency (BPIP) just made a fuss in the middle of the community.
He assessed that the theme of the competition did not understand the essence of nationalism which affirms love for the homeland.
“The theme of the law of kissing the flag as the theme of the competition from state institutions shows that it has lost its way. I don’t understand how the theme of nationalism strengthens love for the homeland instead of making noise,” Cholil tweeted on his Twitter social media account @Cholilnafis which was allowed to be quoted, Sunday (15/8).
Cholil said that the law is clear that there is no problem in Islam to respect the flag. He considered that the theme of the competition seemed to be looking for enemies.
“The law is clear and clear. Why does it seem like you are looking for enemies and resisting the steadfastness of Pancasila?, “he added.
It is known, BPIP held a writing competition with the theme ‘Respect the Flag according to Islamic Law’ and ‘Singing the National Anthem according to Islamic Law’. The competition is known as an activity ahead of Santri Day.
Several parties had strongly criticized the theme of the article writing competition held by BPIP. The criticism came from the Head of Muhammadiyah Central Executive, Busyro Muqoddas, who encouraged the disbandment of BPIP if the institution was of no use.
Similarly, the Ulama from West Sumatra, Anwar Abbas, assessed that BPIP did not have social sensitivity in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic by holding such a competition.
(rzr / DAL)
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