The Urgency of Obedience of Pesantren Alumni to Kyai
By Dr. Abdul Wadud Nafis, LC., MEI In the pesantren world, the figure of the Kyai is the main pillar that not only builds the foundation of knowledge but also shapes the soul and character of the students. A Kyai is not just a teacher; he is a lantern that guides, a role model that inspires, and a person who sacrifices for the future of the community. So, what happens when a student sheds their status and graduates as an alumni? This is where the urgency of obedience to the Kyai becomes even stronger and deeper. This obedience is not only a reflection of loyalty but also a spiritual bond that ties alumni to the values of the pesantren and the sacred Islamic knowledge.For alumni, obedience to the Kyai is…