Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world gathered in Sekumpul, Martapura City, Banjar Regency, South Kalimantan on Sunday evening (January 29, 2023) to commemorate the death of Guru Sekumpul, the charismatic and influential scholar from South Kalimantan.
The event began at the Mushala Ar-Raudhah Sakumpul Martapura at the time of the congregation Maghrib prayer, and continued until the congregation Isya prayer, at 8.30 p.m. The program between the two Fardhu prayers was the reading of Maulid Habsyi, tahlil, and prayer. The event was also attended by local authorities and religious leaders who paid their respects to Guru Sekumpul and showed their support for the event.
Guru Sekumpul was the eighth descendant of Maulana Syekh Muhammad Arsyad bin Abdullah Al-Banjari, a great Banjar land scholar. He is remembered fondly and is greatly respected by his followers and pilgrims who come to honor him every year. The atmosphere of the 18th Grand Haul of Guru Sekumpul was a solemn one, as pilgrims expressed their grief and sorrow, while also celebrating the legacy of a great man.
The 18th Grand Haul of Guru Sekumpul was one of the most anticipated events in the region and was attended by estimated hundreds of thousands of pilgrims.
The roads leading to Sekumpul Village were closed for vehicles since the Banjarbaru four-way intersection, about five kilometers from Sekumpul. Pilgrims were seen laying out their prayer mats along Jalan Ahmad Yani in front of Q Mall Banjarbaru and in front of the Batuah Martapura Market in the Upstream area. Many of the pilgrims shared their stories of how Guru Sekumpul had a profound impact on their lives and expressed their appreciation for his teachings.
Local authorities, religious leaders, and pilgrims all expressed their admiration for the large turnout and showed their support for the event. The 18th Grand Haul of Guru Sekumpul was hailed as one of the most successful hauls in recent memory and served as a reminder of Guru Sekumpul’s lasting legacy and his profound impact on the lives of millions of people.
The event was also a reminder of Guru Sekumpul’s teachings and his message of peace and justice. His followers and pilgrims hope that his legacy will continue to inspire many generations to come. They hope that his teachings will continue to bring hope and positivity in the lives of many people.
The 18th Grand Haul of Guru Sekumpul was a success and will be remembered for years to come. The large turnout and the solemn atmosphere of the event were a testament to the reverence and admiration that Guru Sekumpul still enjoys even after his death. The event was a reminder of the power of faith and the importance of respecting and honoring those who have gone before us. It was also a reminder of the strength and resilience of the people of South Kalimantan and their faith in Guru Sekumpul. The event was a powerful demonstration of how people can come together to honor a great man and share in his legacy.@
