International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding (IJMMU)
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A Comparative Study of Human Creation and the Continuation of Progeny with an Emphasis on the Concept of 'Nafs Wahida' in the Quran and the Bible
Full text linkThe creation of humankind has always been a fundamental topic in religious texts, with "Nafs Wahida" (a single soul) being one of the key concepts in this regard. This study, employing a comparative approach and content analysis method, examines the perspectives of the Qur’an, the Torah, and the Gospels on the creation of humans and the concept of "Nafs Wahida." The primary objective of this research is to conduct an in-depth analysis of the sacred texts of the Abrahamic religions (Islam, Judaism, and Christianity) to identify the similarities and differences in their interpretations of human creation, the position of men and women, and the semantics of "Nafs Wahida." The Qur’an, in four verses (Surah An-Nisa 4:1, Al-An’am 6:98, Al-A’raf 7:189, and Az-Zumar 39:6), introduces "Nafs Wahida" as the origin of human creation, indicating the unity of human origin and the commonality of all humankind in a single fundamental essence. This perspective emphasizes the equality of men and women in creation and affirms that both were brought into existence from the same essential source. In contrast, the Torah portrays Adam as a male individual and the representative of humankind, stating that Eve was created from one of his ribs. This suggests a lower status for women compared to men in this sacred text. Likewise, the Gospels reference the creation story but emphasize that Eve was created for Adam rather than vice versa. These texts present various theories regarding Eve’s creation, including the creation of Eve from Adam’s rib, the creation of Eve from the remaining clay of Adam’s formation, and the theory of the first human being as an androgynous entity. The findings of this study reveal that while the Qur’an underscores the creation of both men and women from a single essence, the Torah and the Gospels offer differing perspectives on the distinct creation of men and women. Nonetheless, all these texts affirm the unity of human origin and the complementary role of men and women in the continuation of human lineage
Triple P Strategies in Improving Vocational Students English Speaking Skill: An Empirical Study
Full text linkThis study aims to analyse the effectiveness of the Triple P (Presentation, Practice, Production) strategy in improving vocational school students English speaking skills. The research method used is classroom action research (PTK) with the research subject of DKV class X students at SMK Diponegoro Depok. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and speaking ability tests before and after implementing the Triple P strategy. In addition, students show a positive perception of this method, which motivates them to be more active in learning English. The Triple P (Presentation, Practice, Production) strategy effectively enhances the English-speaking skills of vocational students. This study at SMK Diponegoro Depok shows improvements in fluency, accuracy, pronunciation, and use of descriptive text. Results from pre-and post-tests, observations, and interviews confirm these enhancements. The strategy's relevance lies in its practical benefits for vocational education, addressing students' challenges like limited English exposure. However, the study's focus on one school and student group limits generalizability. Future research should explore broader student populations and technology integration. This study provides a roadmap for implementing Triple P, improving students' employability and professional performance
Legal Politics of Corruption Crimes Viewed From the Perspective of Administrative Law
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze the legal politics of corruption crimes from the perspective of administrative law. It employs a normative approach to examine relevant legal texts and the changes occurring over time. A deductive analytical method is used by applying legal principles and doctrines related to corruption crimes, utilizing the lens of administrative law, and incorporating minor premises in the form of existing legal facts or events. The main findings of this study reveal that the legal politics of corruption crimes, viewed from the perspective of administrative law, encompass three aspects: philosophical, juridical, and sociological. Philosophically, corruption must be combated to uphold justice, public interest, and morality in public administration. Sociologically, corruption arises from social interactions and disparities within society and power structures. Legal politics should establish systems that minimize opportunities for corruption. Juridically, in the context of administrative law, corruption is regulated under positive law, and law enforcement must include criminal sanctions as well as efforts to recover state losses
Circulating Bodies, Transforming Souls: A Phenomenological Analysis of the Role of Movement in Pilgrimage Journeys
Full text linkReligion serves as the cornerstone of our belief system, shaping our values, guiding our moral compass, and providing a framework for understanding the mysteries of our existence. It offers a sense of purpose in our life, community we live in, and connection to something greater than ourselves, influencing how we perceive the world and our place within it. Furthermore, Rituals are integral to every religion that we perform, serving as expressions of faith, devotion, and connection to the divine. Every religion encompasses specific rituals that followers are expected to perform and practice. Although specific forms and purposes vary in every religion, many rituals share common themes across religions, such as prayer, fasting, sacrifices, offerings, and pilgrimage. Every ritual is essential to carry out, and carries symbolic significance to our beliefs. Some of the common rituals of every religion are Prayer, fasting, offerings and going on Pilgrimage. These rituals not only reinforce religious beliefs but also foster a sense of community and spiritual transformation among practitioners. This paper aims to study, explore, and uncover the significance of movement within the pilgrimage process, which begins with stepping out of one’s comfort zone, leaving the familiarity of home, and embarking on a challenging path toward a sacred destination. The pilgrim had a profound experience of exploration and immersion in spirituality. This transformative process culminates in returning home, a step that has often been overlooked and remains largely unexplored in scholarly discussions. However, the act of returning is equally vital, as it provides an opportunity for introspection. It allows pilgrims to reflect on their personal growth, internalize the lessons learned during the journey, and integrate their transformed perspective into everyday life. This final step is crucial for sustaining spiritual and philosophical changes acquired through the pilgrimage experience
Exploring Classroom Practice Develop Students' Communicative Competence
Full text linkThis study explores the role of teacher talk in enhancing students' communicative competence in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. It examines various categories of teacher talk, including giving information, directing students, praising or encouraging, and providing feedback, as well as how these interactions foster linguistic, strategic, sociocultural, actional, and discourse competencies. The research, conducted in an Indonesian EFL classroom, focuses on the communication between the teacher and students, emphasizing the importance of inclusive teaching methods, effective interaction, and classroom management. The findings highlight that teacher talk directly influences students' language development by providing necessary vocabulary, guiding participation, and creating an engaging learning environment. Moreover, teacher feedback and questioning strategies encourage critical thinking and active involvement, enhancing students’ ability to use language effectively. The study further underscores that a balanced mix of instructional and managerial teacher talk can promote an optimal learning environment, fostering improved communicative competence. This research contributes valuable insights into the dynamics of EFL classrooms, particularly in the context of Indonesian education, and suggests that both teacher-student and peer interactions are vital for developing students' language skills
Implementation of Snowball Throwing Learning Model in Increasing Student Responsibility
Full text linkThis study aims to apply the Snowball Throwing learning model to improve student responsibility at SMP Budi Murni 3 Medan. Classroom Action Research (CAR) involved 24 students of class VII-3 consisting of 13 girls and 11 boys in the 2024/2025 academic year. This method includes planning, implementation, observation, reflection, with data collection through tests, observations and documentation presented using tables and diagrams. Qualitative descriptive analysis was carried out through data comparison, grouping, presentation, and inductive drawing of conclusions. Success is reviewed from the effectiveness of the Snowball Throwing model, student responsibility, and learning outcomes. The results showed a significant increase after the implementation of the Snowball Throwing learning model. In cycle I, the implementation of the model reached 55.92% and increased to 85.92% in cycle II. Student responsibility in cycle I was 45.52% and increased to 87.74% in cycle II. Student learning outcomes also increased from 79.17% in cycle I to 96% in cycle II. Recommendations students need to be more active and responsible in learning. Teachers and schools implement innovative participatory methods. Educational institutions support learning through effective training
Map Analysis of Potential Flood Prone Areas in Rajabasa District Bandar Lampung City
Full text linkRajabasa District Bandar Lampung City Lampung Province, has a significant history of flooding. Based on BPS data, Rajabasa District, Bandar Lampung City, over the last 5 years, 15 major floods have been recorded from 2019 to 2023, this has resulted in material losses for the community. This research aims to analyze the level of vulnerability to flood disasters in Rajabasa District, Bandar Lampung City by paying attention to various factors that contribute to floods, namely rainfall, slope, land cover, soil type and geology. This research uses the overlay method of each parameter with the geographic information system (GIS) approach of the ArcGIS application and scoring and interval techniques to produce maps that identify areas at high risk of flooding. The research results show that the main factor causing flooding in Rajabasa District, Bandar Lampung City is the slope which tends to be dominated by flat slopes in Rajabasa District of 0-8%. Subdistricts with a very high level of flood vulnerability are Rajabasa, Rajabasa Raya, Rajabasa Jaya, Gedong Meneng and Gedong Meneng Baru subdistricts with a flood prone class classification covering an area of 412.68 ha with a percentage of 33.92% of the total Rajabasa subdistrict. Areas classified as flood prone are in Rajabasa Nunyai, Rajabasa Pramuka, Rajabasa, Rajabasa Raya, Rajabasa Jaya, Gedong Meneng and Gedong Meneng Baru sub-districts with the largest area in Rajabasa District covering an area of 762.18 ha and a percentage of 62.65% of the area of Rajabasa District. The area with the lowest classification, namely the slightly flood-prone class, is spread across Rajabasa Nunyai, Rajabasa Pramuka, Rajabasa , Rajabasa Jaya, and Gedong Meneng sub-districts covering an area of 41.88 ha with only 3.44% of the area of the entire Rajabasa District, Bandar Lampung City
Inclusive Development in a Multicultural Society in the Tourism Sector in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Full text linkThe purpose of this research is to examine inclusive development in a multicultural society in developing tourism. The Collaborative Governance theory by Ansell and Gash (2008) was used to analyze the collaboration process of the multicultural community in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The research method used was qualitative exploratory through interviews, observations, and document studies as data collection methods. The results of the study showed that the government and the community with a marginal culture have been able to establish a good relationship. The success of this collaborative governance lies not only in inclusive decision-making but also in the ability to appreciate and utilize the uniqueness of each group. By involving the Chinese community, Madurese, and students from outside Java in the tourism development process, Cokrodiningratan becomes an attractive tourist destination with a more inclusive, appreciative, and empowered society. The role of leaders from marginalized communities and open-minded government officials also supports the success of the collaboration process. This serves as a real example of how tourism can function as a tool to empower local communities, preserve cultural diversity, and support sustainable development
Local Wisdom and Open Governance: The Role of Islamic Boarding Schools in Regional Regulation Formulation in Ponorogo
Full text linkIslamic boarding schools (pondok pesantren) hold a strategic position within the socio-political landscape of Ponorogo Regency, serving as vital pillars of local wisdom. Their potential contribution to public policymaking, particularly in the formulation of regional regulations concerning religious education, remains significant yet underutilized. This study investigates the extent and quality of pesantren participation in local legislative processes, with a focus on the principles of meaningful participation and the integration of Islamic values in policymaking. Employing a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with religious leaders, pesantren administrators, and members of the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) in Ponorogo. The findings indicate that pesantren involvement is largely symbolic, hindered by limited access to policy information and the absence of institutionalized participatory mechanisms. These constraints reduce the ability of pesantren to effectively influence regulatory outcomes. The study highlights the need for participatory reforms to enhance inclusive and value-based governance at the local level
Assessing the Theological Intelligence of ChatGPT-4.5 on the Concept of Free Will in the Qur'an
Full text linkThe architecture of modern research methodologies can take shape as a computational approach, interacting with artificial intelligence. This involves a collaborative inquiry into a specific issue in which the level of intelligence demonstrated by natural language processing (NLP) models is evaluated. This study addresses the issue of human free will in the Qur'an and evaluates the theological intelligence and capabilities of ChatGPT-4.5 across four distinct models and levels. These levels are as follows: Linguistic Layer (LIL): At this level, key terms such as free will, human will, decision, determinism, and divine will are identified and analyzed. A statistical examination of the frequency and distribution of these terms and their related concepts in the Qur’anic text is conducted. Conceptual Layer (COL): In this layer, related concepts of human and divine will are explored, and a semantic network is mapped. Analytical Layer (ANL): Here, AI analyzes the tensions and contrasts between divine determinism and human free will, providing an intertextual resolution. Systemic Layer (SYL): The final layer designs an interaction model that clarifies and resolves the reciprocal relations, leading to a comprehensive and applicable understanding of the relationship between human free will and divine will. Methodologically, the study uses a digital library as its source base and computational prompting techniques to engage the language model. The content is structured within the emerging field of Computational Theology, which encodes theological problems for systematic investigation. The findings indicate that ChatGPT-4.5 demonstrates a high level of accuracy in analyzing the question of free will in the Qur’anic context