SUNAN MURIA
July 31st, 2006
Raden Umar Said, later to become known as Sunan Muria, is usually considered to have been the son of Sunan Kalijaga. His field of operation lay chiefly in the area surrounding Mt Muria, including towns like Pati, Juwana, Kudus and Jepara. He is said to have been a loyal supporter of the kingdom of Demak and assisted in the construction of the Great Mosque. As to his character and teaching methods, Sunan Muria is reputed to have preferred moving among the lower stratum of society, often travelling far away from major towns to preach in isolated areas. His sympathy towards many elements of traditional Javanese culture, some of which, like the gamelan orchestra, he adapted and used in the course of teaching, won him both popularity and respect.
sources : www.eastjava.com
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