Negara Paripurna (Indonesian Edition)

Synopsis: “I feel relieved and proud that while our country is undergoing crises, a young intellectual emerges to describe and explore Pancasila to its historical roots. The book should be distributed and established as mandatory reading for every citizen of Indonesia.” Kwik Kian Gie, economist, education activist and former Coordinating Minister of Economy. “The book demonstrates Yudi Latif's position and class as an intellectual activist who have a high moral and intellectual calling to establish Pancasila as Indonesia's identity with scientific approach. I'm sure that the book will become a classic work. A reference for anyone who wants to know and understand the identity of Indonesia. A must read for social activist, politician and people in government.” Prof. Dr. Komaruddin Hidayat, Rector of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah, Jakarta. “In this book, Yudi Latif demonstrates his broad knowledge as well as his sharpness as an independent intellectual. Reading the book raise our awareness that our founding fathers, through their broad perspective, ingenuity, willingness to achieve the best and responsibility towards the country and the nation, had left a valuable legacy, a visionary philosophy as statesmen. The book serves as a lantern that guides the nation out of darkness and crisis.” Prof. Dr. Ahmad Syafii Maarif, Former Chairman of PP Muhammadiyah and Founder of Maarif Institute. “Yudi Latif is capable of interpreting Pancasila contextually in a pluralist and inclusive manner. The phrase "Belief in the One and Only God" was rephrased as "A Cultured Belief in God" He makes Pancasila alive! The book should be read by professionals, internalized and applied in our life.” Sudhamek AWS, Chairman of Majelis Buddhayana Indonesia (Indonesian Buddhist Congregation). “The author succeeded in exploring the hidden treasure and refresh our awareness that Pancasila is the principle that binds us together, especially among the politic situation that emphasize in the communal interest. The book is a complete reference for rejuvenation and restoration of Pancasila, before the future generation forgets the philosophy founded by our forefathers” (http://www.gramediainternational.com/book/detail/9789792269468)