Meanwhile, Drs. H. Ibn Djarir from MUI Central Java explained the history or origin of this gathering consists several versions. AccordÂing to a close source to the Palace of Mangkunagara in Surakarta, the traÂdition of Halal Bi Halal originally piÂoneered by KGPAA Mangkunagara I (Sultan of Solo), which was known also as Prince Sambernyawa. To save time, energy, thoughts, and cost, after Eid prayers a special gathering was held between the King (Sultan) with the courtier and soldiers simultaneously in the palace’s hall. All the courtÂier and soldiers orderly giving their respectful to the King and Queen (read: Bow to the King and Queen). The gathering verÂsion of Prince Sambernyawa was later imitated by all Islamic organiÂzation, in terms of religious gatherÂing or well-known as Halal Bi halal.
Likewise, the gathering was held by the alumni of SMAN 28 Jakarta on SaturÂday, July 30, 2016. Halal bi Halal brought 12 classes after decades and separated by disÂtance and time, finally that hapÂpy moment arrived. Friends, best friends met each other in a joyful feeling; jokes, sang songs, laughed happily, everything is soluble in happiness. Millions of month have faded away, 379 Full Moons have passed. Longing for the beloved has been healed, true friends have reÂturned.
