YOGYAKARTA - Have you ever seen a friend from Bali or Hindu wearing a three-color bracelet. This iconic bracelet is called Tridatu bracelet which has deep meaning for Hindus in Bali. In addition, many have asked about Tridatu bracelets according to Islam.
Tridatu bracelets are a distinctive bracelet that is usually found in Bali. This bracelet has three threads, namely red, white, and black. Not only decoration bracelets, this bracelet is a symbol of Hinduism's religion.
So what if a Muslim wears this bracelet even though it is only as a decoration to beautify his appearance? What is the view of Tridatu bracelets according to Islam very important to understand.
Tridatu bracelets in Hindu traditions are considered a symbol of religion. With the three colors, this bracelet is believed to symbolize the presence of God in the form of Tri Murti, namely Brahma, Wisnu, and Siwa.
Referring to the journal Tri Datu Bracelet Business as a Popular Culture in the Balinese Society by Anantawikrama T. Atmadja and I Wayan Rai, Tri Murti is depicted with three strands of threads of red, white, and black.
Each color on the thread has its own spiritual meaning. The red thread for Brahma, black for Vishnu, and white for Siwa. Therefore these three threads are called Tridatu, which means "three colors."
In Hindu belief, Tridatu bracelets have the function of bala-repulsors. This bracelet is believed to protect the wearer from disease and bad influences such as black magic, kertik, or witchcraft. Usually, this bracelet is obtained through praying rituals in certain temples.
Islam teaches that Allah is the One God, without any ally to Him. This belief contradicts Hinduism which states that God is present in the form of Tri Murti, which is symbolized by the Tridatu bracelet.
Thus, wearing a Tridatu bracelet can be interpreted as a form of support for this belief. In fact, in the Qur'an Surat Al-Kafirun verse 6, Allah explicitly forbids His people from mixing Islamic teachings with the beliefs of other religions.
"For you, your religion, and for me my religion." (QS. Al-Kafirun: 6)
Referring to the interpretation of the Ministry of Religion, this verse contains the meaning that there is no permit for compromise or exchange in terms of worship to Allah SWT with adherents of other religions. Ibnu Jarir Ath Thobari explained:
"For those of you, your religion, don't leave it forever because that's the end of life you choose and it's difficult for you to let go, nor will you die on top of that religion. As for me, I am not leaving my religion forever. Because it has always been known that I will not move to religion other than that. (Ath Thobari interpretation, 24: 704)
In addition, Muslims are required to comply with the dress adaptation that has been regulated in the Shari'a, including in the use of jewelry such as bracelets for men and women.
Referring to the book Fiqh Wanita: Between Tutunan and the Claims for Practical Guidelines for Muslim women by Rusdiana Navilia Khulaise, women are allowed to wear jewelry (gold or silver), either circularly or not, as long as it remains within reasonable limits.
This reasonable limit means not showing the jewelry to a man who is not his mahram. In addition, women also need to ensure that the bracelets worn do not conflict with the provisions of the Shari'a.
However, this recommendation does not apply to men. A Muslim man is forbidden to wear jewelry, whether in the form of silver and gold, skin, to yarn.
These teachings are in accordance with one of the history of the Prophet, 'Gold and deadlock is lawful for women of my people and forbidden for men.'
Such is the review of Tridatu bracelets according to Islam and the law of its use. From the above discussion, it can be concluded that Muslims should not wear Tridatu bracelets even though the goal is only for fashion. Also read the Galungan Day tradition in Hinduism.
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