Cak Imin Proud that Al Ghazali Upholds Javanese Tradition, Could Be a Role Model for the Younger Generation

Kapanlagi.com - The moments leading up to the wedding of Al Ghazali and Alyssa Daguise were filled with a sacred atmosphere and strong Javanese traditions. Not only family and close relatives, but also several important figures were present to witness the sacred procession. One of them was the Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Muhaimin Iskandar, commonly known as Cak Imin.

Cak Imin expressed his pride in Al Ghazali for continuing to uphold ancestral traditions amidst the modern life he leads.

"Alhamdulillah, a cosmopolitan artist Al Ghazali still roots in his Javanese traditions," said Cak Imin when met in the Pondok Indah area, South Jakarta, on Saturday (14/6/2025).

1. Strong Javanese Tradition

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Cak Imin expressed that he was very impressed with Al Ghazali's awareness of undergoing the entire series of Javanese customary ceremonies with solemnity. According to him, Al did not only perform the tradition as a formality but also internalized the spiritual values contained within it.

"He deeply appreciates and embodies the atmosphere with Javanese traditions that are very rich in Islamic spirituality," he stated.

2. Role Model for the Younger Generation

For Cak Imin, Al Ghazali's choice to uphold the cultural and religious values inherited from his parents is something that should be emulated by the younger generation today. He believes Al's attitude aligns with the important message from his father, Ahmad Dhani.

"Where his father's message to his children is to never abandon their religion, Javanese Islam, and the original Javanese that developed here," he said.

The traditions that Al Ghazali undergoes, according to Cak Imin, are not just rituals but also a spiritual journey that shapes character. He mentioned that each stage in the customary process holds extraordinary noble values.

"This tradition, step by step, is truly remarkable," he said.

3. Love for Tradition

Furthermore, Cak Imin admired that everything Al Ghazali did came from personal motivation, not coercion. Al carried out all these processes with a deep love for the cultural traditions that have long been rooted in his family.

"Al's awareness and his own will and love for Javanese cultural traditions," Cak Imin expressed.

In Cak Imin's view, Al Ghazali can now serve as an example for many young Indonesians. Although living as a public figure with a cosmopolitan lifestyle, Al remains firmly rooted in his cultural heritage.

"He can be a role model even though he is cosmopolitan and from a developing world but still upholds tradition," praised Cak Imin.

4. Unite Family and Guests

During the traditional ceremony, Cak Imin witnessed the sacred atmosphere full of meaning. The rituals of sungkeman, collective prayers, and siraman were performed with reverence, reflecting the cultural strength that unites all family members and guests present.

"It started with sungkeman, prayers, then the blessing tradition to open the event. This Javanese tradition is extraordinary in uniting everyone," he said.

In Cak Imin's eyes, Al Ghazali seemed to shine brightly during the ceremony. The aura of happiness and sincerity in embracing tradition was evident on the face of Maia Estianty's eldest son.

"And most importantly, Al shines," concluded Cak Imin.

(kpl/aal/rsp)