Dang Ambon: A middle-aged woman with a gentle face and loving eyes.
His clothes were simple, made of coarse cloth that had become worn from repeated use.
Despite this, there was a grace that radiated from her every movement, indicating the dignity and inner strength she possessed.
Her gentle voice was full of warmth and gentleness, reflecting her boundless affection for her child.
Sweet: A handsome young man with a tall and straight posture.
His clothes were made of fine, expensive silk, reflecting his status as a successful captain.
However, behind his dashing appearance, there is a facial expression full of embarrassment and discomfort when faced with his simple mother.
The look in his eyes reflects confusion and inner conflict between ambition and guilt.
Jong Batu: A small island located in the middle of the sea, surrounded by calm blue water.
The large rocks towering around it give the impression of being majestic and sturdy.
In the center of the island there are abundant green grasslands, as well as shady trees that provide shade.
Jong Batu looks like a calm and peaceful place, where Dang Ambon can sing his songs in peace, while the gentle sea breeze whispers in his ears.
Nakhoda Manis is a famous Brunei folk tale.
This story tells of a young man named Manis who goes sailing to earn a living.
He left behind his mother, Dang Ambon, who loved him very much.
For years, there was no news from Manis.
Dang Ambon faithfully awaits his son’s return every day.
He sang a song for Manis, expressing his longing and hope for her child’s safe return.
One day, a large ship docked in Brunei.
The ship belonged to Manis who had become a rich captain.
Dang Ambon was very happy to know that his son had returned.
He immediately went to the ship to meet Manis.
However, Manis did not want to recognize Dang Ambon as his mother.
He was embarrassed because Dang Ambon was poor and dressed simply.
Dang Ambon was very sad and disappointed.
He left the ship and returned home.
Dang Ambon: (In a soft and hopeful voice) “Sweet, my beloved child, have you really returned?”
Sweet: (In a cold and embarrassed tone) “Who are you? I don’t recognize you. Get out of here!”
Dang Ambon: (Holding back tears, but still full of affection) “Sweet, my darling, I am your mother. I am Dang Ambon, who has been waiting for you with longing for many years.”
Sweet: (In a frustrated tone) “No, it’s impossible! Your mother can’t be someone simple like this. I don’t have a mother!”
Dang Ambon: (Sadly) “Sweet, I may not have the wealth you have now, but my heart is always full of love for you. I just want to see you come back safely.”
Sweet: (Feeling burdened and impressed) “I’m sorry, Mother. I couldn’t acknowledge you in front of my crew. Let me be what I am now.”
Dang Ambon, who was sad and disappointed, then went to the beach.
He continuously sings songs for Manis.
Miraculously, a large rock appeared in the sea.
The rock is shaped like a ship.
(When Dang Ambon left the ship, he cried inside. He felt hurt by Manis’ attitude of not recognizing his mother.)
Dang Ambon: (Facing the sea with a trembling voice) “Sweet, even though you don’t acknowledge me in front of the world, my heart will always sing songs for you. Until we meet again, my child…”
(As Dang Ambon continues to sing his song faithfully, a miracle occurs in the sea. A large rock appears and becomes a small ship that carries Dang Ambon in an unknown direction.)
Dang Ambon then climbed onto the rock and the rock sailed out into the open sea.
Dang Ambon: (In his heart, with new hope) “Jong Batu, this island will be my place. Here I will continue to sing songs for Manis, even though he doesn’t recognize his true mother.”
(The story about Jong Batu, which Dang Ambon continues to sing, has become a legend about a mother’s invincible love, even in the face of her child’s lack of recognition.)
The rock that Dang Ambon climbed became known as Jong Batu.
Jong Batu is a small island located in Brunei Darussalam.
It is said that Dang Ambon was still in Jong Batu and continued to sing songs for Manis.
The story of Nakhoda Manis is a story about a mother’s love for her child.
This story also teaches about the importance of respecting parents, regardless of their social status.
Dang Ambon: (In a soft and hopeful voice) “Sweet, my beloved child, have you really returned?”
Sweet: (In a cold and embarrassed tone) “Who are you? I don’t recognize you. Get out of here!”
Dang Ambon: (Holding back tears, but still full of affection) “Sweet, my darling, I am your mother. I am Dang Ambon, who has been waiting for you with longing for many years.”
Sweet: (In a frustrated tone) “No, it’s impossible! Your mother can’t be someone simple like this. I don’t have a mother!”
Dang Ambon: (Sadly) “Sweet, I may not have the wealth you have now, but my heart is always full of love for you. I just want to see you come back safely.”
Sweet: (Feeling burdened and impressed) “I’m sorry, Mother. I couldn’t acknowledge you in front of my crew. Let me be what I am now.”
Dang Ambon: (With a light cry) “Go, sweetie. I will still pray for your happiness.”
(When Dang Ambon left the ship, he cried inside. He felt hurt by Manis’ attitude of not recognizing his mother.)
Dang Ambon: (Facing the sea with a trembling voice) “Sweet, even though you don’t acknowledge me in front of the world, my heart will always sing songs for you. Until we meet again, my child…”
(As Dang Ambon continues to sing his song faithfully, a miracle occurs in the sea. A large rock appears and becomes a small ship that carries Dang Ambon in an unknown direction.)
Dang Ambon: (In his heart, with new hope) “Jong Batu, this island will be my place. Here I will continue to sing songs for Manis, even though he doesn’t recognize his true mother.”
(The story about Jong Batu, which Dang Ambon continues to sing, has become a legend about a mother’s invincible love, even in the face of her child’s lack of recognition.)
Moral message:
The story of Nakhoda Manis teaches us about the importance of respecting and recognizing parents,
regardless of their social or material status.
Even though Manis has achieved success and wealth as a successful skipper,
his condescending attitude towards his simple mother reminds us that true value lies not in wealth or position,
but in love and respect for the people who have loved and guided us throughout our lives.
Dang Ambon, although he has no material wealth, has a more valuable wealth, namely unconditional love for his child.
Her politeness and warmth of heart, even in the face of rejection and adversity, show us how important a mother’s loving attitude is.
Jong Batu, which is inhabited by Dang Ambon, is a symbol of the steadfastness and eternal love of a mother, who continues to love her child even though they are separated by distance and time.
Thus, this story reminds us not only to appreciate our own achievements and successes, but also to appreciate the role and love of parents in our lives.
In our success, never forget our origins and the people who have fought and sacrificed to help us achieve what we have achieved.