DISCLAIMER: PURELY FICTIONAL. NOT BASED ON REAL EVENTS.
We have reached the end of times.
EPISODE 3
Why must we obey our guide?
The Messenger of God has sent us the shadow of Imam Al-Mahdi.
Let me ask all of you.
You pray, fast,
and obey Him.
But, how close do you truly feel connected to God?
The good deeds…
you've done…
can't compare to the sins you've committed.
Whether big or small,
consciously or unconsciously.
Walid is the bridge between us and God.
Because of his knowledge.
God has willed it.
God send him to us…
to lead us in the end of times to God…
and ensure we enter the heaven.
So, what should we do?
Obey.
And obey Walid.
Follow his orders, as they are…
are the commands of God.
If we want heaven,
Walid will lead us there.
I have obeyed Walid for years.
I am ready to entrust my daughter to serve here.
She just returned from studying in Egypt.
If Walid wants to choose a spouse for my child, I am willing.
BROKEN HEAVEN
Looks like she's not interested.
How can she serve our community?
We don't just accept anyone into this community.
Without obedience and manners,
we won't accept them.
Have you been here long?
My father is in the community.
Which is your mother?
My mother was divorced a long time ago.
That is why I live here.
Khatijah!
PRAY TO WALID
Oh God and the Messenger,
with the blessing of our teacher,
Walid Muhammad Mahdi Ilman.
Grant us obedience to You,
to Your Messenger,
and our guide.
Purify our hearts…
as pure as your Zamzam water.
What could a 16 year old girl understand about marriage?
I don't agree.
And then, she is forced to marry an older man,
becoming the third or fourth wife.
Those girls are suffering.
Back then, people married young and were fine.
No one was suffering.
You're just overthinking.
That was different, Mom.
Back then, most women didn't go to school.
It's different now. Okay, fine.
So, why didn't you marry me off at 15 or 16 years old then?
Instead, you send me to study in Egypt.
After this, I'm arranging your marriage!
-You'll see. -Don't even think about it.
I don't want to marry any old man…
and sharing a husband.
Those girls…
are lucky…
to be chosen and married to Sheikhs.
Oh God, Baiduri.
At least, they're guaranteed heaven…
through their husbands.
And you?
All you do is complain.
No way.
I still don't agree.
I don't like this kind of approach.
Stop using religion to deceive those kids.
I seek forgiveness from God.
I told my wife clearly, Walid.
I won't allow her to go back.
I know if she does,
her family will brainwash her and talk bad about our community.
That means the divorce has happened, Abi.
I know that, Walid.
I made it clear that she'd be automatically divorced…
if she still insists.
Perhaps, this is what God has arranged.
In the future, someone will replace Rosnah.
God has willed it.
We need to find a replacement for Habibah quickly.
So, you have the same intention too?
What I meant is…
her position as the youth leader.
I don't want the teenagers to be lost without a leader.
Oh, I see.
Pick someone.
Preferably someone knowledgeable…
with leadership skills.
Dear.
Yes, what is it?
Dear, can I ask something?
Go ahead.
Has Walid decided…
who will marry Baiduri?
He said he chose me.
-He's marrying me to Baiduri. -What?
I was just kidding, no need to be jealous.
If I planned to marry, I would have done so long ago.
As soon as my old wife died,
I would have quickly taken a new one.
What if Walid decide to?
I'll just say you didn't allow it.
So it's because I didn't allow it, not because you didn't want to?
-You actually want it, don't you? -Enough, stop it!
-You really want it, don't you? -Enough, that hurts!
You're the only one I want.
No one else.
Happy?
Happy about what?
I feel so sleepy.
We need to pick up Hambali tomorrow. Come, let's sleep.
Come on.
Dear…
Aren't you sleepy, dear?
I do.
The teachings are correct.
Adhering to the Quran.
Even the prayers are correct.
Nothing is misleading.
But, how can they end up doing such nonsense?
That's so strange.
I seek forgiveness from God.
All you care about is your Jihad Community.
You should focus on your own home.
I'm your husband, you know.
I'm hungry, but there's no food.
The laundry is stacking up,
and you haven't washed it.
What's so important about…
welcoming someone else's child?
It's not even a religious event.
Who says it's not important?
He just came back from Yemen.
He is the future leader of Jihad Community,
so we must celebrate him!
You've gone too far, Kalsum.
I've been patient for too long.
You never listen to me.
Now, answer me.
Which is more important,
Jihad Community or your own family?
My family is for this world.
Jihad Community is for the afterlife!
So you think both matter?
But, how can you reach the afterlife if you can't even manage your life here?
You're always like this.
Every time I want to go there,
you always pick a fight with me.
If you don't want to join, fine.
Just don't stop me!
You're my wife, and I have rights.
What's the point of being your husband…
if you prioritize your teacher over me?
-You're obsessed with him, aren't you? -Yes.
-You really want to go, don't you? -Yes.
Go ahead then.
I'll divorce you.
There are six of them in total.
I've gathered them in one hut.
They all joined at the same time?
Yes.
Zain gathered them and put them together.
Most of them have social problems.
They're very wild. Even their parents can't stand taking care of them.
The struggles of today's youth.
There are some troubled girls too.
Set up a session for me to meet them.
Keep them separate from the others.
Let them meet me in private.
Sure, my dear.
Dear!
My fellow friends,
Hambali has returned.
Thank You. In the name of God.
-Peace be upon you. -Unto you be peace.
Praise be to God.
My son is back.
-Praise be to God. -My fellow friends.
Our Salahuddin al-Ayyubi is home!
God is Great!
-God has willed it. -Come on.
Walid is waiting.
-Come. -Okay, Dad.
Praise be to God.
I'm the happiest person…
upon hearing that Hambali is coming back.
The knowledge he brings…
should be put to good use.
We are lacking of young people…
as a role models!
God's willing, Walid.
I came back…
to support your mission.
God's willing.
This isn't about me.
But the community!
The youth of today are struggling more spiritually.
Islam teaches that the best person…
are those with the best character.
Generation with upright morals…
will bring benefits and blessings upon the world,
just as the Messenger was sent as a mercy to all.
-May God honor him and grant him peace. -May God honor him and grant him peace.
Your stepson looks amazing, Sarina!
He is so handsome!
Praise be to God.
He seems like a good match for your daughter, Kalsum.
I don't mind who my son-in-law is.
I'll leave it to Walid to decide.
But, he is really a great match for Baiduri, right?
Hambali just got back.
He doesn't even know my daughter yet.
I won't do anything until Walid decides.
Let Walid be the one to decide their future spouse.
I trust the responsibility I'm about to give Hambali.
He will carry it out well.
I want to see him…
become a wise young leader!
Cooperation between these two generations is crucial…
in shaping the future heirs of the community.
As the Arabic saying goes,
"Hikmatu syuyukh,"
"hammasatu syabab."
Wisdom comes from the elders,
the passion comes from the youth.
-Amen. -Amen.
Divorce is not considered a sin if it leads to goodness.
You should be grateful to God,
because He has saved you from a man…
who couldn't guide you to the path of righteousness.
That's the only thing on my mind…
for me to stay strong, Ummi.
I did my best to save him.
I persuaded him.
But nothing worked.
He kicked me out.
That means he hasn't yet found…
the path of righteousness.
Ummi, I just want the path of righteousness.
I want to learn about my faith.
I love this community.
It gives me peace.
But he keeps stopping me.
I can't choose him…
over the community.
You made the right choice.
Don't regret it.
You chose to be with guardian of God!
Your heart is with Walid.
There is certainly a reason for it.
And Walid…
will find you a righteous man…
who can lead you to heaven.
Amen.
Amen, O most merciful God.
Have faith in God's plan.
In the name of God.
In the name of God and His Messenger,
under the blessings of Walid Muhammad Mahdi Ilman,
I vow to uphold…
and fulfill all actions set within this Jihad Community.
I will keep my heart pure,
so that my actions always align…
with the guidance of Walid Muhammad Mahdi Ilman.
To follow the guide, who exemplifies the character of…
the Messenger of God,
in practicing Islamic law.
I promise…
to never be among the hypocrites,
those who lie when they speak,
and betray when they are trusted.
I also swear that my jihad,
my life, and my death, are dedicated to Jihad Community.
Obey and devote…
my whole soul and body to…
To God and the Messenger.
And to the guide,
Walid Muhammad Mahdi Ilman.
Praise be to God.
I'm so annoyed with her.
She's so confident about marrying off her daughter…
to someone from this community.
That girl is rude and has no manners.
You were the same back then.
No manners.
Barging in and marrying someone else's husband!
Please!
Walid is the one who wants to marry me.
Now you're scared because that girl might marry Walid, right?
No!
I just hate how her mother acts.
As if her daughter is so great.
We don't even know how loyal she is to Jihad Community.
And she's new here.
Walid already has four wives.
There's no way she's becoming one of us.
Walid could always divorce one of us.
Who knows, maybe he thinks…
one of his wives isn't benefiting Jihad Community anymore.
What's the point of keeping it?
Give the leftovers to everyone!
Peace be upon you, Baiduri.
Unto you be peace.
Let me introduce you to my son.
This is Hambali.
He just came back from Yemen.
Hambali,
meet Baiduri.
Aunt Kalsum's daughter.
She just finished her studies in Egypt.
God's willing.
Hopefully, the knowledge you both gained are useful for Jihad Community.
God's willing.
Take Hambali back.
I'll take my leave now.
-Peace be upon you. -Unto you be peace.
Baiduri, what did you study in Cairo?
Islamic missionary work.
God has willed it.
No wonder you have the qualities of a preacher.
Where do you plan to work next?
I'm not sure yet.
Not sure yet?
God has given you knowledge,
so use it for the for your people.
Don't waste those years of studying,
you must make it meaningful.
God's willing.
Peace be upon you.
-Unto you be peace. -Unto you be peace.
I'm going to visit my mom's grave later.
Go ahead.
It's been so long since you came home.
She must have been waiting for her son to visit.
When a person dies,
their spirit will be lifted by angels to the sky.
Leaving only the decaying body in the grave.
The Messenger of God said,
when a person dies,
their good deeds cease…
except for three matters which are,
continuous charity,
beneficial knowledge,
and the prayers of a righteous child.
So there's no need to visit the grave.
Praying for your mother is enough. That is more important.
Is Hambali ready to start working here, dear?
Of course, those with knowledge…
must use it to benefit the community.
If you want to continue the Messenger's mission,
you must spread the teachings.
It's still too early for me.
I need time to familiarize myself with Jihad Community's mission.
Time doesn't wait, Hambali.
It doesn't wait.
Besides, we don't know how long…
Walid can lead Jihad Community.
Walid's health is declining.
I have to be prepared.
Soon,
I will…
I will take over…
Jihad Community…
for our empire.
And it's great.
It's great that you're here.
With your knowledge,
you can help me grow our empire.
You should be grateful to God…
because He has saved you from a man…
who couldn't guide you to the path of righteousness.
Give the leftovers to everyone!
If Walid wants to choose a spouse for my child, I am willing.
-Baiduri! -Yes, Mom?
Baiduri.
What's it, Mom?
Your dad…
All his clothes are gone.
He really leave me.
Dad's reached his limit.
I wasn't doing anything improper.
I'm not cheating. I was just seeking knowledge.
How could that be the reason to divorce me?
Mom.
Seeking religious knowledge isn't wrong.
But it's wrong when you place Walid above Dad,
to the point that you lose respect for Dad.
You ignore him.
Everything you do is for Walid.
So as a husband, of course, he feels hurt.
His religious knowledge may not be as great as Walid's,
but you must remember that he is still your husband.
You forgot about that.
God knows best.
This is what my aunt told me before.
But the thing I saw with my own eyes,
I still find it hard to believe.
Just wait for the initiation night.
My aunt said everyone must drink the water from Walid's feet.
I seek forgiveness from God.
To that extend?
And one more thing,
the kids working in there…
don't even get paid, you know?
They're treated like slaves.
But, I think it's still acceptable…
since they're serving.
They get food, drinks, and a place to stay.
What about the women then?
The marriage?
Yes, the young girls are married off to older men…
as second or third wives.
Isn't that cruel?
TO BE CONTINUE…
BROKEN HEAVEN
But what Walid does has already gone through…
Don't ever question what Walid does.
I need someone to continue Jihad Community.
But I do not possess great knowledge, Walid.
What kind of help are you looking to contribute here, Baiduri?
Anything.
I'm up for it.