Haji Adam's 1926 Malay Poem about the Prophet's Ascension: A Polemical Anti-wahhabi Defense of Traditionalist Islam

Key Points

• This research explores the role of Haji Adam's poem in defending traditionalist Islam against Wahhabi interpretations.
• Conducted a comparative analysis of Southeast Asian literary texts.
• Examined the themes and narratives regarding the Prophet's ascension.
• Analyzed historical and cultural contexts of traditionalism and Wahhabism.
• Identified significant themes in Haji Adam's work that highlight resistance to Wahhabi ideology.
• Found evidence of the poem's influence on local Islamic narratives and beliefs.
• Revealed a dynamic interplay between local traditions and global Islamic movements.