What is Padri Movement?

The Padri Movement in Minangkabau is considered as one of the most important movements in bringing Islamic reformation idea in Sumatera region. It built a foundation that paved the way for other reformist groups in Sumatera. In addition, the Padri Movement is also the central character in Padri Wars that later accelerates to war against the Dutch.

In this website, we seek to explore more deeply about the influence brought by the Padri Movement in Minangkabau society.

Who founded Padri Movement in Minangkabau?

How is the conditions of the society during that period?

What is the impact brought by them from economic, social and politic?

What makes Padri Movement differs from other reformist group?

Prominent Figures in The Padri Movement

These are among the figures who established
Padri Movement into becoming one of the major Islamic reformist groups in Minangkabau.

Tuanku Nan Renceh

Tuanku Nan Renceh

Tuanku Imam Bondjol

Tuanku Imam Bondjol

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