foto: Instagram/@gusmiftah
Brilio.net - Gus Miftah is back in the spotlight after sharing an unusual moment with Cabinet Secretary (Seskab) Mayor Teddy Wijaya. The meeting between the two took place in the early hours of the morning, precisely at 2 am, at Gus Miftah's house.
The upload on Gus Miftah's Instagram account shows their closeness even though there was a reprimand regarding his viral statement some time ago. Mayor Teddy's presence at that moment is believed to be a form of moral support for the preacher.
Gus Miftah expressed his gratitude for Mayor Teddy's visit at an unusual time. The preacher felt that the presence was very meaningful amidst the polemic that had enveloped him.
"Thank you friend @tedsky89 for your visit at 2 in the morning," wrote Gus Miftah on Instagram, quoted by brilio.net on Wednesday (8/1).
Gus Miftah visited by Mayor Teddy
Instagram/@gusmiftah
The presence of Mayor Teddy also shows the deep meaning of friendship. According to Gus Miftah, a true friend is always there not only in happiness, but also in difficult times.
"Friendship is what gets you through the hard times and helps you enjoy the good times," he said.
A month before this moment, Gus Miftah publicly apologized for his remarks which were deemed to be demeaning to iced tea traders. He admitted his mistake and promised to be more careful in the future.
He realized that his remarks were often delivered in a joking tone. However, he is ready to apologize directly to the related parties who feel disadvantaged by his remarks.
"I often joke with anyone. Therefore, for the jokes I made to the person concerned, I will apologize directly and hopefully the door of forgiveness will be opened for me," he said.
In addition to the injured party, Gus Miftah also apologized to the wider community who felt disturbed by the joke. He stated that this incident was a lesson to be more careful in behaving in public.
Gus Miftah visited by Mayor Teddy
Instagram/@gusmiftah
"I also apologize to the entire community for this commotion, who felt disturbed by my joke, which the community considered perhaps excessive. This is also an introspection for me, to be more careful in speaking in front of the public and society," he said.
Gus Miftah admitted that he had received a direct reprimand from Mayor Teddy for his actions. The reprimand was considered a reminder to always watch his words when speaking in public.
"I have also been reprimanded by the Cabinet Secretary (Major Teddy) to be more careful in conveying opinions and speeches in front of the general public," he said.
The moment of the early morning meeting also signaled that the relationship between Gus Miftah and Mayor Teddy remained close despite the reprimands. Mayor Teddy seemed to be there to strengthen Gus Miftah's spirit to continue moving forward through his difficult times.
(brl/ola)
