Life emulate Khomeini Sufic

Events of the Islamic Revolution of Iran in 1979, it is still imprinted on the minds of many people. The Revolution was dispelled almost all analysis of Western observers, that the American-backed Shah of Iran was not likely to be overthrown. Furthermore, the revolution did not only affect Iran's own internal state, but many other countries who were inspired by him.
One of the country which also affected the Indonesian revolution. At least, there are two influences in Indonesia, as LIPI research that has been booked into 'Shiites and Politics in Indonesia' (Mizan, 2000).
The effect was first, the widespread discourse about a crowded Shi'ite Islam is loved and socialized by young intellectuals and activists. Expansion of discourse and interest was motivated by the heroism of the fighters of the Iranian revolution, as well as aspects of philosophy and science are much appreciated in the works of Shi'ites.
Second, the political paradigm shift Indonesian Muslims that the average Sunni to Shiite political doctrine. In the political area, the Sunni groups tend mendikotomikan between political leaders with leaders of the people (scholars'). While the Shiites over entrusting leader figure in a cleric 'who are also intellectuals. Thus, al-Faqih doctrine Region and Rausyan Fikr triggered by Khomeini and Ali, a Muslim Indonesian alternative political behavior. Other additional causes of their saturation in the static behavior of the old politics and the absence of examples of Sunni political representation of a democratic ruler.
In discussing Iran's Islamic revolution, Imam Khomeini figure would not be released just like that. Because, Imam Khomeini is considered as the leader of a very significant position in the revolution. In addition, he also became head of al-Faqih Region first duty of government to regulate and oversee the course of post-1979 revolution. Although many other figures such as Ali, Murtadha Mutahhari, and M Baqir al-Sadr, but the charisma and political clout of Imam Khomeini exceeded them all.
What happened during this, when referred to the name of Imam Khomeini, the thought is a haunted figure, fanatical, extreme, and authoritarian. He is equated with the figure of the revolutionary leader like Fidel Castro, Che Guevara, or even Karl Marx. However, this book shows that the figure of Khomeini is not as bad as many people these allegations.
Because, from his youth, Imam Khomeini was in fact known as a Sufi or 'arif (makrifat expert) who always constantly looking for simple truth and behave. In fact, before his name was known as the mullahs faqih (scholar of Fiqh experts) and leader of the revolution, had many serious works in the field of 'irfan, mysticism, hadith, and fiqh recorded. In addition, the privilege of writing works of Imam Khomeini is the fruit of that original vision and continues to sustainable development in all speech and actions (p. 31). This is different to many people who often gather, copy opinion of many, and write a reflection of the journey of his youth.
Aspects of Sufi and a high level of mastery of the Imam of this scientific treasure, actually seems since his teenage years as children are energetic, brave, intelligent, have great determination, discipline, hard work, like the thoughtful, and always defend the weak. In fact, as recounted by Sahiba (aunt), that not infrequently a small Khomeini came home with clothes that are dirty and torn due to physical games with each other, for the sake of defending the truth. (Pp. 24-25)
That certainly can not be separated from family upbringing and the influence of his mother, aunt, and lineage kelurganya famous as a defender of the oppressed. Personality, simplicity, intelligence, and mastery of Imam Khomeini can be maintained in the next life journey.
Along with the increasing age of the Imam, is growing too attached to her image. He is known to live as a true and simple zahid, and constantly adjusting between words and actions everyday. In fact, property owned by the Imam until his death, just a simple house that has been diwakafkan on the board of the Revolution, cookers modest, seating learn at once to sleep, as well as some tools and book of worship. (H.44-48)
That certainly jerked awareness many people who visited his house, either post-revolutionary or post-death of the Imam. Whereas, what a life of Imam Khomeini who could actually take advantage of the greatness of the name and influence to private life, as do many rulers, but he did not want to mix up private and state affairs.
This book consists of six sections. The first part of the journey reveals the life of the Imam as' Arif billah (close to God). In it include youth, education, relationships Priest and 'Irfan, and the personalities and ruqyah daily. The second part describes Ayatollah Khomeni testament to his son, but the will was very relevant to us all. His will consist of 12 (twelve) points, each accompanied quote Qur'anic verses, hadiths, and the wise words of the Companions.
Among his will is of necessity utilize youth to learn earnestly and solemnly dedicated to God, before the death overtake us all. The obligation to berhormat to parents, especially mothers, are also included in his will. In addition, the necessity to balance the human relationship with God and the poor, as well as involvement in the suppression of political liberation of humanity, is a testament to the ever-relevant.
The third section contains a discussion of the book 'Adab as-Shalah offered for his son and daughter. This section reveals the virtues of prayer and its appreciation for the application must follow the values of prayer in everyday social life.
The fourth section contains the poems of Ayatollahs who voiced whisper concerning her heart about longing and love for a servant to his creator. In his poems, the Imam many calls about love, virtue, and keseimbangkan life of the world and the hereafter.
The fifth section contains the memories of people nearby, such as people and journalists who visited him, friend, cousin, and son and daughter. While the sixth as the cover of this book contains 16 advice of the Imam for the Muslim personal coaching. The advice it contains worship, daily life, having mastery of science, as well as the obligation to follow and care about contemporary developments.
The specialty of this book appears on the right side of each page adorned with exclusive photos of the Imam is not yet widely known. The book also finds relevance to the Indonesian nation state now. That is the time of the vacancy figures are exemplary leaders and made reference to life in this era.
Thus, a figure that reflected lewan Imam Khomeini's personality, simplicity, and deserve to be guidelines kepintaraannya life. Because, many leaders are just soulless politicians and officials, but in no way minded statesmanship and clergy. This book also reminds a similar book also published by the same publisher.
The book is 'The People of the Nation' by Deliar Noer which contains reportage and personal experience of the author with leaders of Indonesia tempo first. And figures like Sukarno, Hatta, Syahrir, Agus Salim, and so worthy appreciated as a complement to the existing shortcomings in Khomeini or vice versa.
Finally, this book should be followed up by writing about the same figures reveal deficiencies that ever happened in his life. Because, if only the positive aspects are disclosed, it is feared will lead to fanaticism and a loss of leadership krititisme Islamic youth. In addition, Khomeini figure should not only be used as reference idol and truth, which is more important is the transfer of personality and science in our own self.
By Hana Caraka, Jakarta