Raja Ali Haji's Philanthropic Thought: The Role of Culture and Language in the Formation of Urban Malay Identity
Muh. Rizki,
Yusdani Yusdani,
Hamidullah Marazi
et al.
Abstract:This article explores Raja Ali Haji's philanthropic thoughts with an emphasis on the central role of culture and language in shaping Malay identity. As a 19th century Malay intellectual, Raja Ali Haji made significant contributions to the preservation and development of Malay culture and language, as reflected in his works, such as Gurindam Dua Belas, Kitab Pengetahuan Bahasa and Bustan al-Katibbin. Through a historical and literary analysis approach, this article aims to understand the concept of Raja Ali Haj… Show more
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