Overview
This document captures the key moments, religious reflections, speeches, historical accounts, organizational updates, and commemorations from the 44th Haul of Al-Arif Billah K.H. Abdul Hamid bin Abdullah bin Umar and the 35th Haul of Nyai Hajah Nafisah bint Ahmad Kusyairi, along with the Prophet Muhammad's birthday celebration and the inauguration of Maahad Ali Salafiyah Pasuruan.
Opening Prayers and Recitations
- Multiple readings of Surah Al-Fatihah, Al-Waqi'ah, Al-Mulk, Yasin, and various prayers for the deceased and the Prophet.
- Ritual Islamic invocations, tahlil, and salawat were performed for blessings and remembrance.
- Specific prayers for strong memorization and seeking blessings for participants and the nation.
Event Purpose and Attendees
- The assembly commemorates the 44th Haul of K.H. Abdul Hamid and the 35th Haul of Nyai Hajah Nafisah.
- The Prophet Muhammad’s birthday was also celebrated.
- Attendees included prominent religious leaders, government officials, scholars, alumni, and community members.
Event Series and Key Activities
- Quran completion, mass circumcision, free health checks, and seminars took place leading up to the main haul event.
- Main agenda included Qur’an recitation, Ratibul Haddad, Maulid Azab, speeches, and prayers.
- Symbolic and official signing and inauguration of the Maahad Ali Salafiyah Pasuruan building.
Maahad Ali Salafiyah Pasuruan Updates
- Maahad Ali established in 2023, focusing on higher Islamic education and manuscript research (tahkik turath).
- Offers programs in Qur’an studies, hadith, jurisprudence, Sufism, Islamic history, and Arabic.
- Expansion plans for campus facilities, including a five-floor building on newly acquired land.
Speeches and Messages
- Emphasis on spiritual consistency, moral education, and communal harmony.
- Calls for vigilance and unity in facing national challenges, guided by religious and ethical principles.
- Importance of historical knowledge and preservation of Islamic scholarly works.
- Reflection on the tradition of haul as a means of reinforcing devotion, familial bonds, and societal ties.
Community and Government Involvement
- Recognition of the critical role by government, police, military, and civil organizations in maintaining event security and public order.
- Encouragement for continued support and collaboration among religious institutions, alumni, and government bodies.
Key Figures and Their Legacies
- K.H. Abdul Hamid recognized for his spiritual leadership, piety, and deep influence on the community and family.
- Stories shared about his consistency in worship, humility, and equal love for all students.
- Emphasis on following his exemplary conduct, maintaining Ahlussunah wal Jama’ah values, and adapting Islamic traditions to local context.
Recommendations / Advice
- Uphold spiritual sincerity, social responsibility, and strong educational values.
- Emulate the consistency and humility of pious predecessors in daily life.
- Support religious education, manuscript preservation, and the physical development of Maahad Ali.
- Maintain public peace through dialogue, open-mindedness, and cooperation.
Key Dates / Deadlines
- August 29–31, 2025: Early haul events (Qur’an completion, health services).
- September 1, 2025: Maulid and alumni meetings.
- Main Haul and Maahad Ali inauguration held early September 2025.
- September 23, 2025: Prophet Muhammad’s birthday celebration in Lasem.