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Just a Philomath, not a Polymath: Did the Paradigm of Integration-Interconnection of Sciences Obscure or Illuminate the Study of the Qur’an and Tafsir in Academic Institution?
Full text link“You can blame me, that I started (the Integration-Interconnection of Science, hereinafter referred to as I-Con) from a theological (agenda), but my theology is not your theology. The difference (between them) is in the cross-reference of (sciences)”. This was Amin Abdullah’s response to a question addressed to him on whether the I-Con mega project is better regarded as an academic or theological agenda, a query that will always haunt it for years to come, as long as one still wonders if academic and theological studies to religious texts can swim in the same pool. This article is written to divulge some challenges and pitfalls in the mainstreaming of the I-Con paradigm for lecturers and students of the Qur’an and Tafsir Studies program in Indonesian Islamic Universities. Foremost is the nature of this paradigm as a reformist preaching orientated towards contextual-thematic interpretation, thus diverting the main attention of researchers in Qur’anic studies from uncovering many other important elements of the Qur’an. This article further argues that I-Con has significantly contributed to the establishment of what is referred to as the academic echolalia in applying foreign theories to tafsir studies, an oversight that should be rethought before it goes too far away
The Role of Religious Communities in Democracy and Political Participation in Surabaya
No full textReligious communities have an important role in shaping and strengthening democratic practices and political participation in Surabaya, Indonesia. This research employed a qualitative approach, incorporating field observations, in-depth interviews, and literature reviews. The purpose of this article is to understand how religious values and institutions influence the political behavior of citizens. To achieve this objective, the study employs a qualitative case study approach in Surabaya. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with religious leaders and political activists, and a review of relevant literature. All data were then analyzed thematically to identify patterns of political participation among religious communities and how religious values shape their political actions. The findings show that religious actors such as clerics, church leaders, and interfaith communities play an active role in shaping political awareness, encouraging ethical political practices, and mobilizing voters. However, there are challenges, including the politicization of religion and the dominance of exclusive narratives. This study contributes to the sociology of religion by demonstrating how religious life in a plural society can become a force for democratization. Further research is suggested to explore digital religious activism in political context
Religion in the Metaverse Scheme: Practices of Worship in the New Media Age
No full textThe simulation of religious practices within the metaverse represents a new phenomenon in the discourse of religion and technological adaptation in the era of new media. Through the use of virtual reality technology, spiritual experiences can be presented in immersive forms within digital spaces. However, this phenomenon remains underexplored in existing academic studies. This research aims to address that gap by analyzing the discourse surrounding the simulation of religious practices in the metaverse through a contextual interpretation of Muslim perspectives. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach. The findings indicate that the simulation of worship in the metaverse is generally accepted by Muslims as a form of technological adaptation, functioning as a tool for education and the dissemination of religious knowledge, as long as it does not compromise the theological meaning or orientation of religious practices. The significance of this study lies in its contribution to building a reflective framework for understanding the interplay between religion and technological adaptation in the new media age
Khitan Tradition among Muslims: Integrating Ibnu Hajar\u27s Thought and Modern Science: Tradisi Khitan di Kalangan Umat Islam: Integrasi antara Pemikiran Ibnu Hajar dan Sains Modern
No full textThe practice of circumcision among the Muslim community began during the time of Abraham (peace be upon him) and continues for generations to this day. This reality makes circumcision no longer limited to practice but has been transformed into a living tradition in the community. This is also corroborated by the prophet\u27s hadith which mentions circumcision as one of the five human natures, including part of the process of becoming an adult. However, many children and infants have been circumcised. This phenomenon eventually raises the question: what is the rule of circumcision in Islam, and when is the prescribed time for a Muslim to perform circumcision?. These questions will be analyzed through a descriptive-analytical approach based on library research to find the answers that are comprehensive, scientific, and in line with Islamic rules. In this case, Ibn Hajar\u27s thoughts in Kitab Fath al-Bari become the main source of study, supported by several relevant studies. The results show that the original law of circumcision is mustahab and then becomes obligatory when a person reaches the age of puberty. As for the timing of circumcision, Islam does not specify the ideal circumcision. A person can be circumcised when he is a toddler, a child, and maximum when he is a teenager who enters the age of puberty. The timing is more inclined to the doctor\u27s recommendation so that the circumcision process causes bigger problems in the future
Echoing Ecological Ideas as an Option in Teaching Islamic Education in Indonesia: Menggaungkan Gagasan Ekologis sebagai Opsi dalam Pengajaran Pendidikan Islam di Indonesia
No full textEcological problems today are becoming increasingly complex and require serious attention. In this situation, Islamic mass organizations (Ormas), which are generally seen as religious institutions with roles in protecting and caring for the environment, have ironically become involved in the exploitation of natural resources. This became more apparent after the Indonesian government approved a draft law that allows major Islamic organizations such as Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) and Muhammadiyah to manage mining operations. Based on this issue, this study aims to explain how ecological values can be integrated into the learning system of Islamic religious education institutions in Indonesia. The study focuses on two main questions; first, how can ecological concepts be introduced through progressive Islamic thinking?; and second, how can these concepts be applied in Islamic educational settings? Using a library research method, this study analyzes a variety of related literature. The results show that ideas such as ecoreligiosity, ecotheology, ecosufism, Islamic ecocentrism, eco-pesantren, and Islamic environmental law can serve as useful frameworks for teaching in Islamic schools. These concepts help strengthen the idea that humans live and coexist with nature, so mutual respect between people and the environment should be nurtured through learning processes based on ecological values
SABBATAI ZEVI: TURKEY\u27S ENIGMATIC MESSIAH
No full textThis study examines the life and spiritual phenomenon of Sabbatai Zevi, a 17th-century Jewish figure who claimed to be the Messiah and significantly influenced Jewish communities in Turkey and beyond. The academic problem addressed in this study is the historical and theological controversy surrounding Zevi’s messianic claims and their socio-religious impact. The methodology used in this research involves a historical analysis of primary and secondary sources, along with a literature review of existing studies on Zevi. The theoretical framework is based on religious mysticism and messianic movements within Jewish traditions, particularly the Kabbalistic interpretation of the Messiah. The results reveal the complexity of Zevi’s identity, his impact on Jewish and Ottoman societies, and the transformation of his movement after his forced conversion to Islam. The study concludes that Zevi’s influence persists through the Dönmeh community, whose secret religious practices continue to be a subject of scholarly debate.
Keywords: Sabbatai Zevi, Dönmeh, Jewish Mysticism, Ottoman Empire
Penelitian ini mengkaji kehidupan dan fenomena spiritual Sabbatai Zevi, tokoh Yahudi abad ke-17 yang mengklaim sebagai Mesias dan membawa pengaruh besar terhadap komunitas Yahudi di Turki dan sekitarnya. Masalah akademik yang dibahas dalam penelitian ini adalah kontroversi sejarah dan teologis terkait klaim mesianis Zevi serta dampaknya terhadap masyarakat sosial-keagamaan. Metodologi yang digunakan adalah analisis historis terhadap sumber primer dan sekunder, serta tinjauan literatur terhadap penelitian yang telah dilakukan mengenai Zevi. Kerangka teori dalam penelitian ini berpusat pada mistisisme agama dan gerakan mesianis dalam tradisi Yahudi, khususnya interpretasi Kabbalistik tentang Mesias. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kompleksitas identitas Zevi, dampaknya terhadap masyarakat Yahudi dan Utsmani, serta transformasi gerakannya setelah dipaksa masuk Islam. Studi ini menyimpulkan bahwa pengaruh Zevi tetap bertahan melalui komunitas Dönmeh, yang praktik keagamaannya masih menjadi perdebatan akademik hingga kini.
Kata kunci: Sabbatai Zevi, Donmeh, Mistisisme Yahudi, Kesultanan Utsmaniya
PSIKOTERAPI DALAM ISLAM DAN BUDDHA: STUDI KOMPARATIF ZIKIR DENGAN SAMADHI
No full textPsikoterapi berbasis agama tak hanya memberikan intervensi untuk mengatasi berbagai masalah psikologis, tetapi juga menjadi sarana untuk meningkatkan spiritualitas seseorang. Hal ini dikarenakan esensi agama sebagai “way of life” yang menuntun manusia untuk menjalani kehidupannya, sekaligus solusi untuk mengatasi berbagai masalah kehidupannya baik yang bersifat material ataupun spiritual. Misalnya praktik zikir dalam agama Islam dan samadhi dalam agama Buddha. Penelitian ini mengaplikasikan metode komparatif berjenis penelitian kualitatif dengan model penelitian kepustakaan (library research). Adapun Instrumen analisis terhadap distingsi dan korelasi antara praktik zikir dan samadhi sebagai sarana psikoterapi dianalisis menggunakan teori psikoterapi yang relevan dengan konsepsi psikoterapi berbasis agama, yaitu teori Gestalt. Psikoterapi Gestalt berfokus pada konsep kontak pada pengakuan sadar akan hubungan seseorang dengan diri sendiri, orang lain, dan lingkungan sekitarnya. terdapat distingsi serta korelasi antara kedua praktik tersebut. Hasil penelitian komparatif antara zikir dan samadhi menunjukkan adanya distingsi dan korelasi antara keduanya. Distingsi antara kedua praktik tersebut berasal dari konteks budaya dan doktrin agama yang berbeda. Namun, keduanya menunjukkan banyak korelasi dalam beberapa hal, seperti; tujuan dan manfaat dari keduanya. Kedua praktik ini bertujuan untuk mengeskalasi kualitas mental dan spiritual seseorang, yang memberikan efek positif terhadap psikologis dan kognitif yang kemudian berpengaruh pada kualitas hidupnya. Implikasi tersebut menunjukkan bahwa zikir dan samadhi sebagai sarana psikoterapi dapat membawa manfaat yang signifikan, baik bagi kesehatan jiwa maupun raga.
Kata kunci: zikir; samadhi; psikoterapi; Islam; Buddha
Faith-based psychotherapy not only provides interventions to overcome various psychological problems but also a means to improve one’s spirituality. This is duet o the essence of religion as a ‘way of life’ that guides humans to live their lives, as well as solutions to overcome various problems of life, both material and spiritual. For example, the practice of zikir in Islam dan samadhi in Buddhism. This research apllies a comparative method of qualitative research type with a library research model. The instrument of anlysis the the distinction and correlation between the practice of zikir and samadhi as a means of psychotherpy is analyzed using psychotherapeutic theroy relevant to the conception of faith-based psychotherapy, namely Gestalt Theory. Gestalt Psychotherapy focuses on the concept of contact on the conscious recognition of one’s relationship with oneself, others, and the surrounding environment. There is a distinction and correlation between the two. The distinction between the two practices comes from different cultural contexts and religious doctrines. However, they show many correlations in some respects, such as the purpose and benefits of both. Both practices aim to escalate a person’s mental and spiritual quality which has a positive psychological and cognitive effect on their quality of life. The implication shows tha zikir and samadhi as a means of psychotherapy can bring sigificant benefits, both for mental and physical helth.
Keywords: zikir; samadhi; psychotherapy; Islam; Buddhis
The Flourishing of Indonesian Conspicuous Consumption in the Digital World and Its Effects on the Evolution of Hijrah Movements
No full textThis study explores the intersection of conspicuous consumption and the Hijrah movement within Indonesia\u27s socio-cultural and economic transformations. The rise of the middle class, coupled with the proliferation of social media, has amplified conspicuous consumption, where symbols of wealth and social status are prominently displayed. In this context, religiosity emerges as a unique form of status signaling, referred to in this study as "conspicuous consumption of piousness." Simultaneously, the contemporary Hijrah movement has gained momentum, marked by its emphasis on personal transformation and lifestyle adjustments rather than political activism. Utilizing qualitative content analysis, this research reveals a reciprocal relationship between conspicuous consumption and the Hijrah movement. It highlights how middle-class anxieties and aspirations provide fertile ground for the Hijrah movement’s growth, while the movement itself fosters a platform for displaying religiosity as a marker of both piety and modernity. These findings contribute to theoretical debates on conspicuous consumption by extending its scope to include immaterial aspects and religious identities in a non-Western context, offering critical insights into the evolving dynamics of consumerism and religiosity
Navigating Sunan Sittah in Exploring the Prophetic Style of Coping with Mental Health Issues: A Case Study on Sadness
Full text linkThis article explores the prophetic style of coping with mental health issues especially sadness by navigating sunnah. The Sunnah of the prophet are documented in the Quran and sunan sittah comprises of Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Jami al-Tirmizi, Sunan Ibn Majah, Sunan Abi Daud and Sunan al-Nasai. There are many modern ways of coping with mental health issues, however Muslims are guided by the Prophet on how to live their life according to the revealed knowledge, in addition to acquired knowledge. One pertinent question is: how did the Prophet Muhammad P.B.U.H sustain his mental health despite misfortunes and obstacles in his daily life? The prophet is an exemplar to Muslims. Therefore, it is of paramount importance to gather the data in answering the research question. Data collection was done by using the method of documentation. The primary sources are the Quran and traditions. All collected data were categorized based on specific themes. Methods of inductive, deductive, comparative and contents analyses were rigorously implemented to generate novelties and findings. The findings exhibit that the prophetic styles are pragmatic and widely used in modern coping style. It seems that the prophetic style is relevant in the era of artificial intelligent. To conclude, this article proposes to all Muslims to learn and practice the prophetic style of coping mental health issues
Qur’anic Ecotheology and the Ethics of Forest Protection in Indonesia
Full text linkIndonesia’s alarming rate of forest degradation, amounting to approximately 1.45 million hectares lost in the past five years, has far-reaching ecological, climatic, and socio-cultural consequences. Beyond the environmental dimension, this crisis raises profound theological concerns, especially within the Islamic worldview, which frames human beings as khalifah (stewards) entrusted with preserving the Earth. The Qur’an emphasizes the importance of ecological balance (mīzān) and explicitly condemns destruction (fasād) on Earth, suggesting that environmental care is a moral and spiritual obligation. This study explores the relevance of Islamic Eco theological principles to Indonesia’s Law No. 18 of 2013 on the Prevention and Eradication of Forest Destruction. Using a hermeneutic analysis of selected Qur’anic verses (Al-Baqarah [2]:164, Al-Aʿrāf [7]:56, and Al-Aḥzāb [33]:72), combined with comparative legal analysis, the research highlights the alignment between religious ethics and statutory forest protection. While the law reflects procedural strength, it lacks integration with deeper Eco theological values that could inspire stronger public commitment. It is understandable that legal frameworks often rely on institutional enforcement, yet in religious societies such as Indonesia, faith-based approaches can enhance policy legitimacy and moral motivation. This study argues for the integration of Qur’anic values, such as stewardship, moderation, and accountability, into environmental education and legal application. Doing so may transform forest conservation from a mere regulatory task into an act of spiritual devotion and collective responsibility. Further empirical research is needed to examine how such integration plays out in practice within local communities, offering valuable insights for more holistic and culturally grounded environmental governance
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