Critical Notes on Indonesian Ulama Council
By Muhammad Irsyad
Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI) has long been considered problematic. Besides it does not represent all elements of the Muslim in the country, the fatwa issued by MUI often generate negative impact in the society. For example, the MUI’s fatwa concerning the heretic status of Ahmadiyah and other sects has led to physical violence and violated the citizens’ rights of practicing their religion and belief. Although the fatwa is just a religious opinion and not legally binding, it is quite influential upon the majority of Muslims as well as the government.
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When I read comments by Ichwan Syam who is quoted as a “prominent Muslim cleric” stating that other living human beings may be subjected to ridicule and harassment due to sexual orientation I am offended. Religion must not be used as a force of terror and provide a means to attack other human beings. Are there so many clerics that no one is actually thinking of the consequences of this bigoted view or are the followers of the Muslim religion afraid and living in fear that if they speak out against tyranny and abuse by religion and that they can not stand up for humanity. Is religion a curse on man?
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