When Prabowo Mentioned the Right and Wrong Paths...

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - President Prabowo Subianto reminded everyone that ultimately, each person must choose between the path of right and the path of wrong in their lives.

According to Prabowo, the right path is often filled with obstacles, while the wrong path appears easier and quicker to follow.

“Every human must choose at some point; each will reach a fork in the road. The right path is fraught with challenges. This path is pleasant and quick, but it is the wrong one,” Prabowo stated during the 15th anniversary of Nasdem, in Jakarta, on Wednesday (11/11/2026).

Prabowo admitted that he received advice about life choices from his seniors and teachers since childhood.

He also emphasized that one must be brave enough to stand up for truth and justice, including defending marginalized, poor, and oppressed communities.

According to Prabowo, strong and wealthy individuals do not need protection like those in weaker positions.

“Sometimes we choose the right path, defending truth and justice. Our ancestors taught us to protect the weak, because the strong do not need defense. Stand up for the poor; the rich don’t need assistance. Defend the oppressed,” he said.

Prabowo also quoted a Javanese proverb to underscore that truth and falsehood will ultimately be revealed.

"Sing becik ketitik, sing olo ketoro. The truth will become evident, and the wrong will be exposed," he remarked.

He urged the audience to trust the teachings of religion and the advice of their ancestors.