Kapanlagi.com - Gus Miftah has once again become a topic of public discussion after a video of him allegedly humiliating a tea seller went viral on social media. In the video, he appears to make mocking remarks to a middle-aged man in front of a congregation. This incident has sparked sharp criticism from various parties who believe that such actions are inappropriate for a preacher.
Amid the ongoing controversy, Gus Miftah took a surprising step by uploading a new video on his personal social media. The video shows him buying out the merchandise of small traders at the preaching location, complete with a narrative about the importance of sharing with others. This action has elicited a variety of responses from the public, ranging from praise to skepticism.
This event has also attracted attention from several figures, including Gus Yusuf, who clarified that Gus Miftah's earlier statements were merely a joke. Nevertheless, this incident still leaves a big question mark among the public regarding the attitude and intentions behind his actions.
1. The Beginning of the Controversy

Gus Miftah uploaded a video of buying out the goods of a small trader
Previously, Gus Miftah became the center of attention due to a video showing him making mocking comments to a tea seller at a religious event. In the video, the congregation asked Gus Miftah to buy out the middle-aged man's goods.
"Buy it all, buy it all," shouted the congregation. However, instead of immediately complying with the request, Gus Miftah asked if the tea seller still had a lot of stock. After hearing the answer, he made a comment that was considered rude.
“Oh, buy it all. Do you still have a lot of your tea? Still? Well then, go sell it, you fool,” he said.
After going viral for allegedly humiliating the tea seller, Gus Miftah uploaded a video of buying out the goods of a small trader at the preaching event.
2. The Expression of the Tea Seller

Gus Miftah uploaded a video of buying out small traders' goods
Hearing the words of Gus Miftah, the merchant's expression changed as if showing embarrassment in front of many people. The public considers this action very inappropriate, especially since it was done by a religious figure during a religious event.
3. Gus Miftah Buys Out Small Traders' Goods

Gus Miftah uploaded a video of buying out small traders' goods
Shortly after the viral video, Gus Miftah uploaded a new video showing his action of buying out small traders' goods at a preaching event. In the video, he calls each trader and asks his wife to pay for all their goods.
4. Netizen Responses

Gus Miftah uploaded a video buying out the goods of small traders
Instead of being praised, Gus Miftah's actions have actually attracted criticism from netizens. Many believe that Gus Miftah's decision to upload a video of himself buying out small traders' goods was aimed at clearing his name, not out of remorse.
"He is just repairing his reputation, not regretting his words" said one netizen commenting on Gus Miftah's post.
Many others also advised Gus Miftah to prioritize his manners, especially when dealing with others.
"Manners first, then knowledge" similar comments are frequently found in the comment section of Gus Miftah's post on TikTok.
5. Defense of Gus Yusuf

Gus Miftah uploaded a video buying out the goods of small traders
In the midst of ongoing criticism, Gus Yusuf, a colleague of Gus Miftah, provided clarification regarding the incident. He stated that Gus Miftah's remarks were just a regular joke that was not intended to belittle the iced tea seller.
"It was just a regular joke," said Gus Yusuf to the media. Nevertheless, the public still considers that the statement was inappropriate, especially in the atmosphere of a religious gathering that should convey values of goodness.
6. What triggered the controversy surrounding Gus Miftah?
The controversy was triggered by a viral video showing Gus Miftah mocking an iced tea seller at a religious gathering.
7. What actions did Gus Miftah take after the viral video?
Gus Miftah uploaded a new video showing himself buying out the goods of small vendors at a preaching location.
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