40 Days of Waiting for Sambangan
Ngraci, Ngasem, Bojonegoro – After a long wait, the long-awaited moment finally arrived. Exactly 40 days after the new students' departure, the YAHQI Islamic Boarding School held a sambangan (visiting) event—a special time for parents to relieve their longing and witness their daughters' progress during their time at the boarding school.
Riyadhah and Character Building
For the first 40 days, the students are not allowed to go home, be visited, or even be phoned. This period is called riyardhah—an exercise in patience and self-control aimed at developing mental strength and developing new character.
During this crucial period, students are fully focused on adapting to Islamic boarding school life. They are trained to be independent, patient, and self-sufficient, preparing them for the long journey of seeking knowledge.
Abuya's Moral Training and Message
In addition to mental training, students are also trained in manners and behavioral habits. They learn polite language, the discipline of waking up early, developing a successful mindset and the courage to move forward, and even practicing public speaking.
Abuya always reminds:
“Make your parents happy with your enthusiasm for studying at the Islamic boarding school.”
This message becomes an important guideline, fostering determination so that every step they take is a form of devotion to their parents.
Special Offering from New Students
As a token of gratitude, the new students prepared a special offering for their parents. The entire event—from the MC, welcome speeches, and even the song and poetry performance—was performed by the students themselves.
This confident performance captivated the audience. Many parents shed tears of joy at the transformation in their daughters, while also expressing pride in their resilience through the challenging 40 days.
A Proud Family Moment
The sambangan (visiting) agenda wasn't just a social gathering, but also tangible evidence of the success of the early development at the YAHQI Islamic Boarding School. The parents returned home happy, proud of their daughters' development—both in terms of knowledge, manners, and mental toughness.
