Adiba & Egy’s Baby Face Hidden: Umi Pipik on ‘Ain
Jakarta – The family of Umi Pipik is celebrating the birth of her first grandchild, born to Adiba Khanza and Egy Maulana Vikri. However, the couple has chosen not to publicly reveal their child’s face, a decision stemming from deeply held cultural beliefs.
Protecting Against ‘Ain
Umi Pipik, widow of the late Ustaz Jefri Al Buchori, explained the reasoning behind keeping the baby’s face private. The primary concern is avoiding the “’ain,” a concept rooted in the belief that negative energy or envy can be cast upon someone through excessive admiration or even a glance.
“The ‘ain affects children more quickly. Babies are more susceptible to the ‘ain,” Umi Pipik stated. “It can come from people looking, from praise, or anything else.”
This belief has led the family to refrain from posting images that could attract unwanted attention. Umi Pipik even expressed surprise when she heard that people were already offering compliments about the baby’s appearance, despite the lack of publicly available photos. “How do you know? It’s covered,” she responded.
A Family Resemblance and Safety Concerns
Despite the privacy measures, Umi Pipik did offer a glimpse into the baby’s features, noting a blend of characteristics from both parents and a resemblance to her late husband, Uje. “It’s a mix. There’s Uje in her, there’s Adiba, Egy’s features are more prominent. She has a nose like Adiba and like Umi,” she shared.
Beyond the concern of ‘ain, Umi Pipik emphasized the importance of protecting the child’s privacy and safety in light of increasing instances of crimes against children. “We are very careful to keep this child safe,” she affirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Adiba Khanza and Egy Maulana Vikri keeping their baby’s face hidden?
They are doing so to protect their child from the potential negative effects of “’ain,” a belief that envy or excessive admiration can cause harm.
What is ‘ain?
According to Umi Pipik, ‘ain is a form of negative energy that can affect individuals, particularly young children, through the gaze of others or excessive praise.
Did Egy Maulana Vikri support Adiba Khanza during the birth?
Yes, Umi Pipik praised Egy Maulana Vikri for being a supportive husband and father, noting his calm demeanor and assistance during Adiba Khanza’s labour.
As the family navigates new parenthood, it remains to be seen how long they will maintain this level of privacy, or if they will eventually choose to share images of their daughter with the public.