P-ISSN: 1412-1190 E-ISSN: 2407-7542 Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura (JIIF) is an international peer reviewed journal published by the Center for Research and Publication of Universitas Islam Negeri (State Islamic University) Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, Indonesia, since 2001. Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura has the primary academic mission to develop various Islamic studies based on contemporary Islamic perspective, particularly in Aceh and Indian Ocean. The word "Futura" means the future of Islam. The Islamic perspective is "how-view" oriented to Islam's values, which is the methodological foundation for the entire discipline of Islamic sciences. Historically, the Islamic perspective has colored the Islamic community's intellectual life, as reflected in scientists' and thinkers' views in the classical period. The perspective has evolved in Islamic discourses and will be expanded continuously to the present and the future. The historicity of the development is a necessity along with the Islamic community's intellectual demands in real life that increases dynamically. The online version of this journal was first published in 2016. The first address of the online version of JIIF was www.islamfutura.org. However, since UIN Ar-Raniry had a new policy to unite all journals under one roof, JIIF changed the online version address to http://jurnal.ar-raniry.ac.id/index.php/islamfutura started from August 2016. Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura also has become a CrossRef Member since the year 2016. Therefore, all articles published by Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura will have unique DOI numbers. Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura is currently indexed and/or included by DOAJ, Sinta, Moraref, Crossref, Index Copernicus, Google Scholar, BASE, etc. In 2017 Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura was accredited by the Decree of the General Director of Strengthening Research and Development, Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education of the Republic of Indonesia Number 30/E/KPT/2018. This accreditation is effective from Vol. 17 No. 1 2017. Then in 2020, this accreditation status has been strengthened by the Decree of the Minister of Research and Technology/ National Research and Innovation Agency of Republic Indonesia Number 200/M/KPT/2020. In August 7, 2022 Jurnal Ilmiah Islam Futura was indexed by Scopus. Office Address 2nd floor Pascasarjana UIN Ar-Raniry Building, Jl. Ar-Raniry No. 1, Darussalam Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia, 23111.
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Construction and Comparison of Social Audit on Teseng Profit Sharing Practices in the Bugis Tribe of Indonesia with the Perspective of Sharia Audit and Conventional Audit
This study examines how accountability operates within teseng, a traditional Bugis profit-sharing practice in South Sulawesi, and positions it within contemporary audit theory. Using a phenomenologically informed grounded theory approach, data were collected through 26 interviews, participant observation, and document triangulation. Findings indicate that teseng functions through a mechanism of reputationally embedded moral verification, consisting of internalized moral constraint (siri), ritualized public transparency (tudang sipulung), spiritual surveillance belief, and reputational continuity. These elements generate anticipatory accountability without reliance on formal documentary assurance. The study develops the Teseng Social Audit Model (TSAM) and proposes an Integrative Audit Model (IAM) conceptualized as a layered accountability architecture combining embedded moral verification, sharia oversight, and technical documentary assurance. The findings suggest that embedded moral auditing operates effectively under high-trust, low-anonymity conditions, but does not replace formal audit systems in complex institutional settings. The study contributes to social audit and Islamic accountability literature by specifying mechanism and boundary conditions
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Aras Prabowo, Farid F Saenong https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
Copyright (c) 2025 anton widyanto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
DOES TECHNOLOGY POSE PROFOUND MEANINGS BEYOND THE OBVIOUS?
Technology and social responsibility is an issue of extreme importance for our time, especially as AI scientists and academics expressed deep concern over the potential impact of AI in their open letter of March 2023. Our paper focuses on debates over two basic questions: ‘Is it possible to live without technology in our digital age?’ and ‘Does technology carry deeper profound meanings beyond its application as an instrument for betterment of our life?’ We first present a general observation, then some reflections on efforts to answer these questions by referring to available data in literature, the web, views of individual thinkers expressed in books and academic or popular news outlets. These may reveal our understanding of the impact of technology, our reliance on smart phones and the internet, as well as human reliance on technology to enhance communal responsibility or the lack thereof.
Copyright (c) 2025 Asna Husin, Karim Douglas Crow https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
THE QUALITY OF PRE-SERVICE PRIMARY TEACHER'S 21ST CENTURY SKILLS-BASED ETNO QUR'ANIC STEM E-MODULE THROUGH AN ALESSI AND TROLLIP MODEL
Technological challenges in the era of Industrial Revolution 4.0 in the educational sector require higher human resources to prepare the competencies of the next generations and be able to follow the development of teaching materials that still consider regional culture by using technology. In facing these challenges, this study aims to generate the design of an Ethno Qur'anic STEM-based E-module as teaching materials in the concept of Science, which is able to integrate and interconnect Islamic values, local Acehnese wisdom, and technological science, which are appropriate and practical for prospective elementary school teachers so that they are able to compete in this 21st century. The type of this study was Research and development with Alessi and Trollip development model design. The development steps were: (1) planning; (2) design; and (3) development. Data analysis used the alpha test as a validity assessment, which showed the feasibility of e-module development, and the beta test as the assessment of e-module practicality. The results obtained based on the assessment of media, material, and Al-Quran experts showed that the Ethno Qur'anic STEM-based E-module is really feasible with a value of 86.63% and really practical with a value of 88.87% to be used by teachers in the learning process of the concept of Science in elementary school. This paper is expected to contribute positively to improving the quality of education for prospective elementary school teachers by developing a learning module that is innovative and relevant to the needs of the time.
Copyright (c) 2026 Misbahul Jannah, Wati Oviana, Cut Rizki Mustika, Hilda Mazlina, Lailatussaadah Lailatussaadah, Nurazidawati Mohamad Arsad http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Fostering Inclusive & Adaptive Behavior of Inmates: The Role of Multicultural Islamic Education in Surabaya’s Class 1 Correctional Institution
Abstract This study examines how multicultural Islamic education contributes to the development of inclusive adaptive behavior and active religious engagement among inmates at a Class I Correctional Institution in Surabaya. Prisons represent complex multicultural environments marked by diverse religious, cultural, and social backgrounds that often generate tension and exclusion. Positioned within the discourse of multicultural education and rehabilitative correctional practices, this research adopts a qualitative phenomenological approach to explore inmates’ lived experiences. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant and non-participant observations, and analysis of institutional religious and social programs, and were analyzed thematically. The findings reveal that inclusive behavior is fostered through role modeling by religious leaders, correctional officers, and senior inmates, as well as through routine religious, social, and vocational activities that emphasize empathy, tolerance, cooperation, and social responsibility. Moreover, inmates’ re-engagement in religious roles such as mentoring peers, leading prayers, teaching Qur’an, and delivering sermons strengthens leadership, moral awareness, and social solidarity. These processes facilitate spiritual growth and enhance inmates’ readiness for social reintegration. The study demonstrates that integrating Islamic multicultural values into correctional education can serve as an effective strategy for inclusive rehabilitation in multicultural institutional settings.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aprilita Hajar, Maskuri, Abdul Jalil, Chairil Anwar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
AI, Ethics, and Islamic Higher Education: Navigating the Tensions Between Practical Risk Mitigation and Religious Normativity
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the landscape of higher education, including State Islamic Higher Education in Indonesia, referred to in this study as Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Islam Negeri (PTKIN). In this context, this study examines PTKIN lecturers’ perceptions of AI development, their awareness of potential risks, and the strategies they employ for risk mitigation. This study is significant as it also explores whether Islamic ethical principles are integrated or absent in these processes. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews and document analysis, including institutional guidelines and academic integrity policies, involving lecturers from diverse disciplinary backgrounds at two PTKINs. The findings reveal two main orientations in AI risk management. Some lecturers emphasize technical controls such as plagiarism detection, supervised examinations, and accuracy assurance, while others highlight ethical guidance, verification, and the cultivation of critical awareness. Despite these efforts, Islamic values, although frequently mentioned, remain declarative and have not yet been institutionalized into formal university governance structures. By reinterpreting the COSO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework through the lens of maqāṣid al-sharīʿah, this study proposes an integrative model that connects technical risk mitigation with Islamic normativity. The study concludes that PTKIN has the potential to pioneer an Islamic framework for AI ethics and governance that aligns technological innovation with moral accountability and contributes to the broader transformation of Islamic education in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 St Aflahah, Khaerun Nisa, AM Saifullah Aldeia, Baso Marannu, Munasprianto Ramli, Vina Septiana Windyasari, Tegar Shalahuddin Ruhutama https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
INTEGRATING THE MERDEKA CAMPUS PROGRAM INTO ISLAMIC UNIVERSITIES IN INDONESIA: A STUDY OF IMPLEMENTATION AND IMPACT ON ISLAMIC SCIENCES
Indonesia's development vision, as outlined in the 2019–2024 National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJM), is directed toward achieving quality education. In line with this vision, all educational institutions are expected to uphold high standards in order to realize excellence in education. This vision aligns with the policy direction initiated by the Ministry of Education and Culture through the "Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka" (MBKM) policy. The MBKM program refers to Ministerial Decree No. 74, as detailed in the official MBKM guidebook, which serves as a foundational reference for all educational programs and learning activities aimed at advancing higher education institutions. This paper examines the implementation of the "Merdeka Campus" program at three Islamic universities: UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, UIN Sumatera Utara Medan, and UIN Imam Bonjol Padang, using a qualitative approach. The findings indicate that the three universities have developed MBKM guidelines. In general, the implementation is still in the early stages, focused primarily on socialization efforts and workshops for university leaders and academic departments. Several specific MBKM activities have been carried out, although not yet to their full potential. Program implementation has also encountered obstacles, largely due to unresolved discussions among policymakers and relevant stakeholders. Nevertheless, the implications of the MBKM program for the development of Islamic sciences are considerable, as these fields are central to the identity and advancement of Islamic higher education institutions.
Copyright (c) 2025 Juwaini Juwaini, Fuad Ramly, Syamsul Rijal, Cut Siska Safira, Hendra Kurniawan, Khairil Fazal http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EFFECTS OF QUR’AN RECITATION ON LEFT VENTRICULAR OUTFLOW TRACT VELOCITY TIME INTEGRAL IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE WITH REDUCED EJECTION FRACTION
Left ventricular outflow tract velocity time integral (LVOT-VTI) is a noninvasive echocardiographic parameter representing stroke volume. Qur’an recitation has been reported to influence cardiovascular indicators such as heart rate variability and blood pressure, which are indirectly related to cardiac function, although its effect on direct echocardiographic parameters remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate whether patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) show improvement in cardiac function, as reflected by changes in LVOT-VTI, following Qur’an recitation. A case-control study was conducted involving 30 HFrEF patients divided into three groups: Group 1 recited one juz of the Qur’an daily, Group 2 recited half a juz daily, and Group 3 served as a control. Echocardiographic measurements of LVOT-VTI and ejection fraction (EF) were performed at baseline and after 30 days. Significant improvements in EF were observed in Groups 1 and 2 (p = 0.000), while no significant change was found in the control group (p = 0.260). LVOT-VTI increased significantly in Groups 1 and 2 (p = 0.020) but not in Group 3 (p = 0.090). LVOT-VTI is an independent prognostic marker in HFrEF, and these findings support further well-designed clinical trials to evaluate the clinical benefits of Qur’an recitation.
Copyright (c) 2025 dr. Nurkhalis, Sp.JP-FIHA,FAsCC, Prof. Dr. dr. H. Kurnia Fitri Jamil, M.Kes, Sp.PD-KPTI, FINASIM, Dr.dr. Imran SpS(K), M.Kes, Dr.dr. Muhammad Yamin, SpJP(K), SpPD https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Integrating Theory and Practice: Analyzing Murabahah Sharia Financing Contracts for Aceh’s Village-Owned Enterprises
The effective application and development of Sharia financing contracts necessitate a harmonious integration of theoretical and practical elements. This article examines the Sharia financing contract model for village-owned enterprises, known as Badan Usaha Milik Desa/Badan Usaha Milik Gampong (BUM Desa), in Aceh Province, Indonesia. Utilizing doctrinal legal research, the study employs legislative, comparative, and conceptual approaches, supplemented by empirical data gathered from interviews with relevant stakeholders. The findings indicate that a significant number of BUM Desa utilize murabahah contracts, while a smaller proportion engage in qard contracts and conventional lending options. Notably, some murabahah contracts incorporate wakalah components. Most Sharia contracts are formalized as written agreements, typically in the form of private deeds, although a few remain unwritten. To better serve the micro and small-scale nature of BUM Desa/BUMG in Aceh, it is recommended that Transactional Clauses and Standard Legal Clauses be included. Each clause should be documented in separate Sharia agreements to enhance practicality and cost-effectiveness. This approach aims to increase public benefit, improve quality of life, and ensure legal certainty and justice. Ultimately, this article provides valuable insights into the quality of contracts (aqad) for Sharia compliance, striving to maximize community benefits.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sanusi Bintang, M. Yakub Aiyub Kadir https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
The Roots of Conflict: Mapping and Inter-Religious Conflict Resolution Mechanisms in Aceh Singkil
This study aims to identify the root causes of interreligious conflict in Singkil at the grassroots level and to examine the mechanisms for conflict resolution in order to achieve mutual respect and prevent intolerance among religious adherents. The central argument of this research is that the emergence of sentiments and frictions among religious communities is driven by various factors, including differences in interfaith beliefs, politics, economics, ethnicity, and other forms of provocation that trigger conflict. The research seeks to map and categorize the root causes of conflict at the grassroots level and to explore the mechanisms for conflict resolution through various alternative conflict resolution approaches. This study employs a qualitative method, beginning with field observations and followed by in-depth interviews with key informants to uncover the causes of conflict and the mechanisms used for its resolution in the Singkil region. The findings indicate that the root causes of interreligious conflict stem from issues related to the establishment of houses of worship since the 1960s, differing interpretations of religious teachings, specific agendas that provoke conflict, the spread of misinformation, and provocative statements disseminated through social media alongside the advancement of information technology. Conflict resolution mechanisms have been implemented through cultural and customary approaches, deliberation and consensus, adherence to agreed-upon regulations and norms, the active and committed role of local government in addressing the conflict, and the development of mutual acceptance and respect among the conflicting parties
Copyright (c) 2026 Muji Mulia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
THE ADAPTATION OF CYBER SALAFISM DAʿWAH IN HADĪTH AḤKĀM LITERATURE: ANALYZING ʿUMDAT AL-AḤKĀM SERMONS ON THE YUFID CHANNEL
This article examines how Salafism adjusts conservative literature with its preaching on YouTube. Over the last decade, Salafism has gained significant traction in Indonesian cyberspace and urban centers. Moreover, the impact of expanding preaching through social media platforms, such as Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook, has proven successful in increasing their popularity in urban areas. Therefore, uncovering the modification of conservative law literature in cyber-Salafism is significant because it not only captures the method of Salafism in online preaching but also reveals how Islamic classical books are adapted for online media. The object of this study is 240 Yufid videos discussing ʿUmdat al-Aḥkām. Therefore, this study employs an online ethnographic method in order to collect, classify, and analyze the data. Moreover, it is also applied to defining the setting of the research, feeding insight to the studied community, and presenting the results with ethical awareness. This study revealed that Yufid’s interpretation of ʿUmdat al-Aḥkām tends to be textual and seems indifferent to the social conditions of the surrounding community. Moreover, it also uncovered how ʿUmdat al-Aḥkām sermons manifest the business purpose of Yufid rather than theological demand. Through this research, we suggest that the government or scholars can monitor online preaching on YouTube channels as an extension of real movements.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ardiansyah Ardiansyah, Heri Firmansyah, Ahmad Fathan Aniq
WOMEN AND MUSLIM EDUCATION IN WEST SUMATRA, INDONESIA
Minangkabau was known for its dominant Islamic education history especially in modern times since the beginning of the twentieth century as a number of so-called madrasah or Islamic educational reforms have been credited to several prominent figures in the region. This region also has a significant history and tradition of matriarchal and matrilineal kinship that relate to women’s position, and their contributions in the public affairs, including in the field of education. Several prominent women from the region have been named as founders of several schools for women, or journalists that campaign for women’s education. This study examines the socio-historical aspects of women and education and the women’s educational movement initiatives from the cases of few female figures such as Rahmah el-Yunusiyyah and others. From a historical perspective and qualitative library research data, this study shows the presence of local female figures in the field of education alongside their male counterparts amidst the kaum muda and kaum tua socio-religious contestation. The socio-local traditions influenced women’s presence and contribution to the public sphere, and those women not only established schools for women but also advocated women’s rights, including their rights for education through journalism and politics.
DESIGNING A GENDER-RESPONSIVE QIRA’AH‎ LEARNING MODULE: ‎BRIDGING EQUALITY AND INCLUSIVITY IN ISLAMIC ‎HIGHER EDUCATION
The lack of gender-responsive learning materials causes biased understanding and does not support the principle of gender equality in Islam. Therefore, developing a gender-responsive qira’ah learning module aligned with gender equality principles represents an innovative approach to curriculum development. This research aims to design and test a gender-responsive qira’ah ‎ learning module for Islamic higher education using the research and development method and the ADDIE model, representing an innovative effort in curriculum development. The research results indicate that this gender-responsive qira’ah ‎ learning module significantly enhances students understanding of gender equality in the context of Islam. This is evidenced by an increase in the average score from 47,5 on the pre-test to 82 on the post-test, a gain of 34,5 points with a t-test yielding a p-value of 0.00, confirming that the improvement is statistically significant. The design of the module that integrates gender equality values, examples of the use of inclusive, non-stereotypical language, encouraging active student participation has created an inclusive learning environment. This is one aspect of the novelty of the results of this research. This module is expected to be a model for developing a qira’ah‎ curriculum that is more relevant and responsive to gender issues.
Copyright (c) 2025 erlina erlina, koderi koderi, Muhammad Sufian
DISLOCATION OF ISLAMIC SCIENTIFIC TRADITION THROUGH DIGITAL PUBLIC SPHERE: NETNOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS ON THE DISCOURSE OF AHL AL-SUNNAH WA AL-JAMA’A BETWEEN TRADITIONALIST AND MODERNIST MUSLIMS
On how digital public sphere distort traditional Islamic public sphere, many scholars are convinced that media's work is inextricably linked with producing false consciousness, in which its audiences' opinions are stirred and engineered for Ideological entrenchment. It is a consensus among scholars that media has the effectivity for the propaganda tools, while significant current media theories concern the role of media in favour of the power interest through the mechanism of algorigma; e.g., Echo chambers and filter bubbles. Based on netnographic data on Aswaja discourse, this paper attempts to unearth the dislocation of Islamic scientific tradition through digital public sphere. This paper argues that digital public sphere has played a significant role in disrupted the traditional Islamic scholarly tradition by instrumentalizing religious discourse to maintain hegemony over minority groups. This paper has an important contribution to understanding the mode of piety and religious practices used for cultural hegemony and the ways media plays its role in constructing and remaking the meaning of religious concepts and piety.
Copyright (c) 2025 Saifuddin Dhuhri, Sufri Eka Bhakti, Sufri Eka Bhakti, Kamaruzzaman Kamaruzzaman, Kamaruzzaman Kamaruzzaman, Nurul Khansa Fauziyah, Nurul Khansa Fauziyah, Rizqi Wahyudi, Rizqi Wahyudi
SHARIA INTERNAL RESOURCES: CAPABILITIES TO DRIVE THE SUSTAINABILITY OF ISLAMIC BANKING
Having the largest Muslim population in the world, Indonesia presents a potential market for the development of Islamic banking, especially considering that the market share of Islamic banking is currently less than 10%. The unique characteristics of Islamic banking, which distinguish it from conventional banking, suggest the possibility of having extraordinary internal resource capabilities. This study aims to explore internal resources within the context of Islamic banking, a sector with considerable potential for growth in the financial industry. This study uses an exploratory approach with focus group discussion and exploratory factor analysis to develop and identify the dimensions of Sharia Internal Resources. The results are first-order factors generated by grouping items into four dimensions. Each formed dimension corresponds to Islamic elements that refer to activities and operational processes based on Islamic law. Furthermore, the second-order analysis found that the formed, first-order factors can be integrated into a more comprehensive construct: Sharia Internal Resources. These findings enrich general knowledge by providing insight into the internal resources that are essential and unique for the sustainability of the Islamic banking sector, particularly when facing competition dominated by conventional banking.
Copyright (c) 2025 Irwan Thaib, Astrid Puspaningrum, Ananda Sabil Hussein, Sri Palupi Prabandari
ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON POVERTY IN BANDUNG-INDONESIA: SOCIOLOGY-RELIGION-ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE CONCEPT APPROACH
This article aims to analyze in depth the impact of Covid-19 on conditions of spiritual poverty, especially indicators of aqidah associated with material poverty conditions, especially socio-cultural indicators in urban areas of Indonesia, namely Bandung City based on the theory of the sociology of religion. Bandung City is the capital city of West Java Province where West Java itself is one of the provinces with the largest contributor to poverty in Indonesia. Based on the existing literature, poverty is an obstacle to development. The question is, what are the conditions of poverty, both spiritual poverty (aqidah) and material poverty conditions (social-cultural) in the city of Bandung? Does Covid-19 have an impact on these two conditions of poverty? If yes, What are the impacts due to Covid-19? To answer this question, the methodology used is a mix method using a different test and the study sample taken is 100 poor households in the city of Bandung spread over 30 sub-districts. The results of the study show that there is an impact of Covid-19 on aspects of aqidah poverty and social material poverty aspects.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ade Yunita Mafruhat, Farah Hanieva Alfadhillah, Nida Awwali Zahratul Fadhillah, Widya Nissa Wildani, Meidy Haviz, Noviani Noviani
LATENT CONFLICT POSSIBILITIES OF MINORITIES UNDER THE SHARIA LAW
Aceh has authoritative legal privilege as it has a special autonomy in implementing sharia as the legal law. In the Islamic tenet, as the foundation of the Islamic law, harmony in society is one of the purposes of implementing sharia. Yet, upon the implementation of sharia in Aceh, several cases of violation interfered with the unity of people with different beliefs in Aceh. This study examined the issue of the scorching church in Singkil to portray intolerance from various perspectives. A qualitative approach utilizing an ethnographic study is implemented with observation and interviews of 25 respondents selected by purposive sampling. The result indicated that misunderstanding led by unharmonious communication and political influence triggered the religious-based conflict in Singkil. Mutual understanding through dialogue and rejuvenating local culture and wisdom are ways to build and maintain harmony among people with different beliefs upon implementing sharia in Aceh. Aceh has authoritative legal privilege as it has a special autonomy in implementing sharia as the legal law. In the Islamic tenet, as the foundation of the Islamic law, harmony in society is one of the purposes of implementing sharia. Yet, upon the implementation of sharia in Aceh, several cases of violation interfered with the unity of people with different beliefs in Aceh. This study examined the issue of the scorching church in Singkil to portray intolerance from various perspectives. A qualitative approach utilizing an ethnographic study is implemented with observation and interviews of 25 respondents selected by purposive sampling. The result indicated that misunderstanding led by unharmonious communication and political influence triggered the religious-based conflict in Singkil. Mutual understanding through dialogue and rejuvenating local culture and wisdom are ways to build and maintain harmony among people with different beliefs upon implementing sharia in Aceh.
Copyright (c) 2025 Abdul Manan, Cut Intan Salasiyah, Muhammad Arif Fadhilah, Syukri Rizki
MUDA WALY AL-KHALIDI (1917-1961): PESANTREN, TARIQAH, AND POLITICS OF RELIGIOUS AUTHORITY IN ACEH
This study explores the life and contributions of Muda Waly al-Khalidi (1917–1961), a prominent Acehnese ulama who played a crucial role in shaping Islamic education, Sufi practices, and ulama politics of religious authority in Aceh. Muda Waly was instrumental in advancing the Ahlussunnah wal Jama'ah (Aswaja) theological tradition and propagating the Naqshbandiyya Khalidiyya tariqa.Naqshbandiyah Khalidiyah tariqa. He founded the Darussalam Islamic boarding school (pesantren) in Labuhanhaji, which became a significant center for Islamic learning in Aceh. His efforts also extended into politics through his involvement with Persatuan Tarbiyah Islamiyah (PERTI), a traditionalist Islamic organization countering modernist influences. Using Foucault’s genealogy approach, this study examines the intellectual and religious formation of Muda Waly, tracing his educational lineage in Sumatra and Mecca, his engagement in theological debates, and his role in shaping Aceh’s religious landscape. I argue that the legacy of Muda Waly al-Khalidi represents an intricate process of knowledge formation and power relations in Aceh’s religious landscape. His establishment of pesantren, propagation of the Naqshbandiyya Khalidiyya Sufi order, and resistance to modernist movements illustrate the genealogical development of religious authority. His contributions demonstrate how religious authoritytraditions are continuously reshaped through negotiation, appropriation, and resistance. Future studies could further explore how his epistemic legacy continues to evolve in response to emerging theological and political contestations in Indonesia.
COMMUNICATIVE FUNCTIONS USED IN POPE’S 2021 SPEECH IN IRAQ: A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF RELIGIOUS PLURALISM
The ongoing state of religious diversity leads to the need of adhering interfaith dialogue as a means for achieving religious pluralism that encourages and promotes respect and acceptance of freedom of religion. Pope Francis’s (2021) speech delivered in the historical City of Ur, Iraq is a call for such pluralism. In this study, it is hypothesised that Pope has focused on the communicative functions that enhance religious diversity acceptance. The study aims at finding out the communicative functions employed in Pope’s speech. In order to achieve this aim, Gerard Genette’s theory of narratology (1980) is adopted. Based on the findings of the analysis, it is concluded that various communicative functions are utilized: narrative, directing, communication, and ideological. Mostly used one is the communication function which is critical in transmitting the fundamental message of unity, peace, and brotherhood. This function is critical for engaging the audience and instilling a sense of shared responsibility for promoting tolerance and peace among religious communities. Consequently, the conclusions arrived at affirm the put hypotheses.
Copyright (c) 2025 Abber Khalaf Hussein, Ali Hussein Hazem, Dina Fahmi Kamil
THE RESPONSE OF MUSLIM YOUTH IN BANDA ACEH TOWARD ISLAMIC CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN INDONESIA
The study delves into the response of the younger generation of Muslims in Banda Aceh to contemporary issues in Indonesia. It aims to investigate their perspectives on religious tolerance and their attitudes towards socio-political issues in Indonesia. The author employed in-depth interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) to gain insights into the mindset of the young Muslim populace in Banda Aceh. The study unearthed a notable shift in the acquisition of religious knowledge, primarily through digital mediums, leading to a diminished association of violence and extremism with religious discord. The young Muslims of Banda Aceh exhibit a substantial inclination towards tolerance and nationalism. However, they hold firm in their unwillingness to compromise when tolerance undermines their religious convictions. Furthermore, they assert that national issues intertwined with Islam do not sway their overarching outlook on the nation and state.
Copyright (c) 2025 Kamaruzzaman Bustamam Ahmad, Fitri Zulfidar Ibrahim, Qatrin Shabra Shatilla
TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND REINFORCEMENT AT INTEGRATED ISLAMIC SCHOOLS IN INDONESIA
The development of Integrated Islamic Primary Schools is in response to the society’s increasing demand for quality graduates. Thus, the emphasis on the effectiveness of learning in Integrated Islamic Primary Schools (IIPS) necessitates institutional innovation and teacher professionalism. This research investigates the professionalism in IIPS and determines the factors that contribute to teachers' professional practices. The study is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. This study employed the “Tarbiyah learning framework” developed by Abdurahman Al-Nahlawi, and the data were collected through in-depth interviews and observations to investigate the dimensions of teacher professionalism, teaching methodologies, and factors affecting teacher professionalism. The findings reveal that there is a mismatch between professional development initiatives and the actual conditions faced by students. Teaching-learning process that is responsive to students needs and characteristics, collaborative learning programs and supervision sctivities are all viable strategies. Teacher professionalism can be identified by demonstrating strong commitment and work discipline. The IIPS also provides structured training programs and collaborative partnerships with the education office to improve relevant teaching competencies and methodologies. Further, the social implications of this research include the availability of high-quality educational options for the community at the primary school level. Furthermore, the varied management system of IIPS serves as a social control to ensure the quality of primary education continues to develop.
Copyright (c) 2025 zulfikar Ali Buto Siregar, Junaidi Arsyad, Azizah Hanum, Maisaroh Ritonga
THE COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE OF RELIGIOUS BELIEF FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF SAM HARRIS: A CRITIQUE
This research aims to criticize the perspective of Sam Harris on which he built his philosophical and intellectual framework in his cognitive neuroscience-based interpretation of multiple philosophical concepts such as belief, disbelief, morality, and free will in his base research paper titled (Functional Neuroimaging of Belief, Disbelief, and Uncertainty). This research relied on description, analysis, and criticism. It describes Sam Harris’s core thoughts in his study on neuroimaging, and then analyzes them and states their purposes and implications. Then it criticizes his ideas, relying on two elements. First, the logical and philosophical and Kalam argumentations to criticize his ideas and to explain the flaws in his knowledge foundations. Second, relying on the neuroscientists’ views contradicting the theses in Harris’ paper besides general scientific criticism. The research concluded that consciousness precedes matter and not the opposite, and that belief is innate in the human mind from birth and is one of the so-called necessary-knowledge that cannot be refuted by material experiences. Thus, faith is an innate awareness and not a purely materialistic cognitive state that can be reduced, or abstracted, and its level cannot be measured by simply conducting tests through belief, disbelief, or uncertainty about written prepositions.
Copyright (c) 2025 Amad Kadhim M.Salih, Ismael Ali Ali
THE FUNDAMENTAL MISTAKE OF AFRIZAL NUR'S CRITICISM AGAINST THE TAFSIR OF AL-MISHBĀH
This article exposes the fundamental mistake of Afrizal Nur (AN) in criticizing Tafsir Al-Mishbāh by Muhammad Quraish Shihab (Shihab). This study was conducted considering that AN had been very brave in criticizing Tafsir Al-Mishbāh. Even though it is wrapped in the highest academic work (dissertation) and published as a book, it is complex not to be called less careful in correcting Shihab. This widely spread work eroded some people's trust in Shihab's intellectuality and integrity. Unfortunately, no academic work has tried to address this issue, let alone published in scientific journals. This article is the result of a text analysis study. The criticism of AN is studied so that it is compared to Shihab's original work and considered based on related theories and conclusions. It was found that AN made a fundamental mistake in managing its data. His data breaks down some of the findings used as criticism of Shihab. AN often equates Shihab's opinion with other interpreters' views in his commentary. When it finds the opinion of Thabāthabā'ī, for example, the AN without hesitation refers to it as the opinion of Shihab, even though Shihab has written a different opinion, even refuting it. AN even seems to have difficulty grasping the meaning intended by Shihab, so it comes to a different conclusion.
Copyright (c) 2025 Zulheldi Zulheldi http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Improving Educational Statistics on HOTS Through Religious Moderation and Cognitive Test
This study aims to determine the development and effectiveness of cognitive test instruments to train students' higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) in educational statistics courses. The method employed is research and development (R&D) based on the ADDIE model, which includes analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research sample was purposively selected, consisting of PGMI students at Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten who were enrolled in educational statistics courses. The research findings indicate that lecturers need to refine syllabi according to the specified curriculum, develop cognitive test instrument grids in the form of questions with indicators, and design statistical questions based on religious moderation using the ADDIE model. The development of cognitive test instruments based on religious moderation is effectively used to measure higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) in educational statistics for students. The implications of this research highlight efforts to train students' higher-order thinking skills through educational statistics based on religious moderation using cognitive test instruments.
Copyright (c) 2026 Enung Nugraha, Encep Syarifudin, Aan Ansori, Lisda Cahya Velia, Vania Nurachma https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
A MODEL FOR TEACHING ISLAMIC CHARACTER TO STUDENTS DURING THE PANDEMIC: CASE STUDY ON MA’HAD AL-JAMI’AH IN THREE PTKIN
This study seeks to identify the obstacles and impediments to the management of Ma'had in the establishment of the Islamic character of students at three state Islamic universities, namely UIN Ar-Raniry, UIN Sunan Gunung Jati, and UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim University, which were implemented during COVID-19. In addition to outlining the method of implementing the program, which has an impact on not optimally attaining the goal, the proposed curriculum should achieve the Ma'had's objectives. This study employed the case study method by collecting data through documentation and in-depth interviews with the Ma'had's directors, teachers, and resident assistants. The important results are: 1) Obstacles include students not attending the Ma'had program in person; internet problems due to distance and other circumstances; not fully understanding the purpose of establishing the Ma'had by all students; and differences in the response to the pandemic by each Ma'had director. 2) The implementation of the program used virtual lessons, social media, virtual competitions and presentations, and online assessments 3) The proposed curriculum design consists of a). aspects of educational materials that integrate and interrelate between subjects of faith, jurisprudence, and morals and are packed with contextual principles that are moderate, fun, easy to understand, applicable, and based on strong logical and textual arguments; b). aspects of conducting the educational process that implement the principles of exemplary, sustainable, tadabbur and muhasabah (Taksis & Tamhas); c). aspects of assessment consist of cognitive tests, attitude observation, skills tests, and program evaluation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mukhlisah Mukhlisah, Moch Fajarul Falah http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
PROFESSIONALISM COMPETENCY OF PUBLIC ISLAMIC SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (MAN) TEACHERS IN WELCOMING THE ERA OF THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION 4.0 IN ACEH
This study aimed to determine the professional competence of teachers of the Public Islamic Senior High School ((known as Madrasah Aliyah Negeri or MAN) in welcoming the industrial revolution 4.0 era in Aceh. This qualitative research involve three principals and 60 teachers from three schools in Aceh who were selected purposively. Data analysis was carried out using a descriptive approach. The results showed that the professionalism of MAN teachers in Aceh in welcoming the industrial 4.0 era was good. It was indicated by teachers' skills in planning learning implementation plans, utilizing web-based media, using various teaching methods, using a student-centered approach, using cooperative learning models, and developing learning interactions. The professionalism of MAN teachers in Aceh has implications for improving the quality of learning, indicated by an increase in learning motivation and an increase in student participation in learning. Teachers' strategy in developing teacher professionalism in welcoming the industrial 4.0 era was carried out by pursuing a master's degree and a teacher professional development training program.
Copyright (c) 2025 Fithriani Fithriani, Darmiah Darmiah, Warul Walidin AK, Syabuddin Syabuddin, Sulaiman Sulaiman
EFFORTS TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 ACCORDING TO THE DOCTRINE OF MUHAMMADIYAH IN INDONESIA: HADITH STUDIES
COVID-19 has emerged as the global challenge confronting the community. The Indonesian government and Muhammadiyah have been engaged in efforts to mitigate the ongoing transmission of COVID-19. Diverse strategies have been employed to combat this disease and prevent its spread and fatalities. This study aims to examine and explain Muhammadiyah’s preventive efforts in Indonesia to combat COVID-19, drawing upon an interpretation of hadiths from the Prophet. A qualitative method was employed to address this issue with a historical, sociological approach to investigate the social conditions during the time of the Prophet and their prevention in relation to contemporary times performed by Muhammadiyah. The study revealed that Muhammadiyah has addressed community and humanitarian issues by implementing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19. One such effort was restricting worship activities in mosques and encouraging people to perform them at home until the situation returned to normal. However, in areas deemed safe from COVID-19, worship could still be conducted in mosques while adhering to health protocols such as maintaining social distance, wearing masks, and practicing proper hand hygiene. Furthermore, learning in large group settings has been limited, leading to a shift toward remote online learning from home. Engaging in outdoor muamalah activities, such as working, meetings, religious studies, shopping, and other activities that attract and result in big gatherings, has also been restricted. These efforts aim to disrupt the transmission of COVID-19 as a manifestation of societal care, guided by the teachings of the Prophet as recorded in the hadiths.
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RENARRATING THE ISLAMISATION OF THE MALAY-INDONESIAN ARCHIPELAGO IN 13th-19th CENTURIES
This article aims at re-presenting the Islamisation of the Malay-Indonesian archipelago from the 13th to 19th century, focusing on the narrative of intellectualism and activism conducted inter-relatedly during the very act of religious proselytization. The background of this research arises from the need to understand the complexity of Islamisation in the archipelago, on the one hand, and the negligence of such narrative in the historiography of islamization, on the other. Taking this as the basis of narrative, this article will re-explain the major phases in the Islamization of the archipelago by paying attention both to the political variable and, particularly, the intellectual-historical aspects. This paper uses the historical-descriptive method by collecting and analyzing relevant historical materials. The selected data will be re-narrated within the framework of intellectualism and activism in the Islamization process. This research also uses the comparative method to compare the phases of Islamization in various regions of the archipelago, thus providing a more complete picture of the dynamics that occurred in the 13th to 19th centuries. The expected purpose is to go beyond the political-historical perspective that currently dominates the historiography of Islamization and marginalizes the proselytizing aspect which is an intertwining of intellectualism and activism in that process.
Copyright (c) 2024 Safari Safari, Muhammad Afif Amrulloh, Asep Nahrul Musadad
EDUCATING CHILDREN IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY: AN INSIGHT FROM MUSLIM FAMILIES
Educating children in the 21st century is different from it was in the 20st century. Parents in this era face challenges because it is impossible for their children to be away from the Internet and social media. Children become asocial because of their addiction to gadgets and the Internet. However, from the Internet, they may learn different new things that allow them to get information faster than their parents do. Parents must certainly adapt to this change in educating their children so that they are not distracted by the negative effects of incorrect education caused by technological advancements. The purpose of this study is to promote some of the important knowledge that parents must have to educate their children in this century, aside from religious knowledge, as the primary foundation of upbringing in Muslim families. This research undertakes a thorough examination of scholarly work on Islamic education for children and contemporary studies on children's learning in the 21st century. After scrutinizing a range of literature, the researchers identified several pertinent references for this investigation. The results of this study elucidate that in order to effectively nurture their children in the contemporary era, parents are required to possess a profound understanding of Islamic principles alongside a continuous commitment to enhance their comprehension in diverse fields such as parenting techniques, information technology, psychology, and communication strategies.
Copyright (c) 2024 Salami Mahmud, Habiburrahim Habiburrahim, Tabrani.ZA Tabrani.ZA, Muchlinarwati Muchlinarwati
THE PARADIGM OF CHARACTER EDUCATION IN ISLAMIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
This research aims to discuss the important role of teachers as educators and role models in educational institutions, especially in character education at SDIT Al-Izzah Banten. Based on the theoretical framework proposed by Moeslim Abdurrahman, this study emphasizes the importance of role models in character education by underlining the essence of religious teachings that must be applied in everyday life. This study uses a qualitative method with a triangulation technique that combines data from field observations, interviews with teachers and principals, and related literature. This research explores the character education paradigm at SDIT Al-Izzah, emphasizing the importance of acculturating character in the school culture through exemplary behaviour, discipline, habituation, wise advice, and rewards for good behaviour. The research highlights the comprehensive involvement of the school community, including the principal, teachers, administrative staff, caretakers, parents and the local community in creating an environment conducive to character development. Notably, the research revealed the extension of disciplinary practices beyond the classroom, encompassing daily routines such as absences for congregational prayers and communal meals, which contribute to the overall moral formation of students.
Copyright (c) 2024 Wasehudin Wasehudin, Muh Barid Nizarudin Wajdi, Silahuddin Silahuddin, Imam Syafei, Rumbang Sirojudin, Machdum Bahtiar, Uswatun Hasanah