Buya Syafii Maarif

religious leader

Buya Syafii Maarif was a prominent Indonesian Islamic scholar and thinker known for his advocacy of moderate Islam and interfaith dialogue. He served as the chairman of Muhammadiyah, one of the largest Islamic organizations in Indonesia, and was influential in promoting civil society values and social justice. His concept of 'preman berjubah' highlighted the misuse of religious authority by certain groups for intimidation and violence, emphasizing the need for genuine civil values in society.