West Java MUI Urges Against Anarchy in Response to 'Boti Hunter' Groups

The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) of West Java has issued a statement addressing the rise of "Boti Hunter" groups, which reportedly target individuals perceived to have LGBT behavior. The council strongly advises against any form of anarchy or violence towards these individuals.

KH Anang Abdussalam, Chairman of MUI West Java, stated that while the intentions behind such actions might be perceived as good, the methods employed are inappropriate. He stressed that Indonesia is a sovereign nation governed by law, and resorting to anarchic measures is not the way forward. Instead, MUI advocates for a more constructive approach.

The council proposes that individuals exhibiting LGBT behavior should receive guidance and support. "They are our brothers. They are only sick, they need more love and attention. They need guidance," Abdussalam said. MUI believes that fostering an environment of compassion and offering proper guidance can help individuals overcome such behaviors, rather than alienating them further. The council also noted that unaddressed LGBT behavior could lead to divine punishment or disaster, underscoring the need for collective intervention through compassionate means.