On psychics

On psychics

From Sinar

I am the head of Swakarsa Psychic Foundation in Madiun, East
Java. I have read many items in newspapers and magazines about
Permadi, former Head of the Institution of Indonesian Consumers,
and the founder of the Parapsychology Foundation. I deem it
necessary to clarify the psychic issue, so that the public don't
make psychics look ridiculous.

A dictionary defines the word psychic as someone who possesses
a knowledge of psychic power (Javanese linuwih) or mysticism.
When this power is applied for the sake of the society's well-
being, according to the instincts based on God's truth, nature is
preserved.

We have not been able to find the appropriate word for
psychics. Dukun, sinse, or tabib might not be the best term
for a psychic. In fact, psychics are there to help others in
their pursue of righteousness by using their linuwih power.

I have known Permadi since 1986. I don't believe he is
involved in politics because he is not a member of any of the
political parties or the functional group Golkar. Psychics should
not involve themselves in politics or let themselves be
influenced by politics. They instead focus their attention and
dedicate themselves to the Creator. It would be disastrous if the
psychics are involved in or influenced by politics. The nation
would disintegrate.

As far as prediction is concerned, I believe that prediction
should not be taken as an absolute guiding principle. If we seek
fault in Permadi's words, we'll find it. But if, on the other
hand, we search for truth in Permadi's words, we'll also find it.
Let the law judge what he has done. The law must be enforced
consistently.

KI AMAN ARGOSOESENO

Madiun, East Java