kyai

Noun

Meaning

kyai (plural kyais)

A Javanese Islamic cleric or expert on Islam.

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According to Javanese records, Kyai Gedhe Pamanahan became the ruler of the Mataram area in the 1570s with the support of the kingdom of Pajang to the east, near the current site of Surakarta (Solo). Source: Internet

For those like Kyai Maman who defended Ahmadiyah, the issue was never really about Ahmadiyah, but about upholding the rights of citizens, guaranteed in the constitution, to practice their respective religion and beliefs. Source: Internet

Pamanahan was often referred to as Kyai Gedhe Mataram after his ascension. Source: Internet

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