Navigating through Tradition and Faith: The Integration of Islamic Values within Baduy Indigenous Wisdom

This article examines Maria Theresia Geme's thoughts and works on the issue of religious harmony through Forum for Religious Harmony (FKUB) of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This is a qualitative study which gathers data through observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. This research aims to address three primary questions: (1) How the agency of "women's leadership" of Maria T. Geme within FKUB NTT?; (2) What is her perspective on women's involvement in issues of religious harmony and peace building?; (3) What are Maria thoughts and works while leading FKUB NTT, and what it's implications for interfaith dialogue and religious harmony? This study concluded that Geme is the first and only woman in the history of Indonesia to lead FKUB at the provincial level. Her leadership strategy is to integrate women's leadership and her agency in the development of FKUB initiatives, in order to emphasizes women's involvement on the issue of religious harmony with mubadalah paradigm (mutuality). For Geme, the Indonesian identity will be strengthened through a balanced relationship between religious values and local wisdom. Therefore, preserving and strengthening local wisdom is one of important things in developing and fostering interfaith dialogue and religious harmony.

This study examines the Jamasan Kendeng ritual in Central Java as a unique model of organic religious moderation emerging from local wisdom and environmental praxis. This research is qualitative with a type of ethnography. The research data is in the form of the Jamasan Kendeng ritual carried out by the community in the Kendeng Mountains. Data collection techniques were done through in-depth observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique uses with interactive model; 1) data reduction based on three theoretical frameworks (religious moderation – environmental conservation – cultural transmission); 2) a 3-dimensional integrative matrix (religious values – ecology – generation); verification with thematic and narrative analysis to construct meaning across generations. The research reveals how this ritual syncretizes Islamic values with indigenous Javanese traditions to foster interfaith tolerance (evidenced by 7.3% non-Muslim participation) and ecological conservation, demonstrated by a 46.7% increase in water discharge and successful resistance against extractive industries. While facing a crisis in traditional leadership succession, the ritual demonstrates remarkable adaptability through youth-driven digital hybridization, including e-sesaji (digital offerings) and environmental apps, with 86% of young respondents supporting its conservation ethos while reinterpreting its sacred meanings. The study concludes that Jamasan Kendeng embodies "ecological religious moderation", a grounded framework where moderation evolves from community-based environmental struggles rather than top-down doctrinal approaches, offering valuable insights for sustainable development and religious harmony in the Global South.

Islamic religious education in Indonesia plays an important role in shaping the character and morals of the younger generation. The Islamic religious education curriculum not only teaches religious knowledge, but also aims to form students who are able to practice Islamic values in their daily lives. This article explores the role of curriculum in the development of Islamic religious education values in madrasah and Integrated Islamic Schools (SIT). Through a literature study and descriptive qualitative research method, this study investigates how the concept of tarbiyah, i.e. comprehensive education and character building, is integrated in the Islamic religious education curriculum. Primary data was obtained through interviews and observations with participants from madrasahs. The results show that despite challenges in its implementation, such as adaptation to contemporary Islamic values and adjustment to students' learning styles, the curriculum succeeds in shaping students' characters with integrity and commitment to religious values. This article contributes to understanding the importance of Islamic religious education in shaping a young generation that is ready to face the challenges of the times by holding fast to religious values.

Islam has never dictated from science, it means that the value of Islamic religious education is found in various fields of study in every educational institution. Therefore, this study aims to reveal the form of Islamic religious education values contained in the field of biological studies. The research was conducted at SMA Negeri 1 Lembah Melintang, the approach used was descriptive qualitative, data was collected by observation, interviews and documentation studies. The result of the study is the integration of Islamic religious values with biology learning subjects starting from the learning planning process including the syllabus and learning implementation plan. The form of integration of Islamic religious education values includes the Islamic values of ilahiyah ubudiyah and ilahiyah muamalah which are used when students say greetings to teachers and include biology verses in the material. The recommendation of the results of this study is that every teacher in the field of general studies must improve the ability to integrate subjects with Islamic values.

Operational efficiency in Islamic Higher Education Institutions (IHEIs) requires the integration of technology that is aligned with local wisdom and Islamic values. This study, framed by Contingency Theory, aims to identify adaptive integrative strategies for institutional contexts. A qualitative case study was conducted on four IHEIs in Indonesia, selected based on geographical variation and institutional accreditation status. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 16 key informants (institutional leaders, heads of IT units, and faculty members), as well as analysis of 24 institutional policy documents and strategic plans. Thematic analysis was used to identify patterns of technology integration with Islamic values and local culture. The results show that the effectiveness of integration depends on the contextual conditions of each institution. For example, one institution integrated a digital learning management system with character-building modules based on Islamic boarding school values, while another institution adapted its digital platforms to the structure of the local traditional organization. Theoretical implications suggest the need for contingency-based managerial flexibility in Islamic education governance. Practical implications point to the importance of developing technology policies that are responsive to the religious and cultural values of institutions. This study confirms that the success of digital transformation in IHEIs is not solely determined by technological capacity, but by the institution's ability to adapt strategies to its socio-cultural and spiritual context.

Muhammadiyah ‘Aisyiyah Higher Education (PTMA) integrates the dimension of Al-Islam and Kemuhammadiyahan (AIK) into its educational framework, expanding the traditional “tri dharma” concept to include education, research, community service, and religious values. This study examines the role of strategic leadership in fostering an Islamic academic culture in alignment with Muhammadiyah’s vision. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach was employed, analyzing 27 articles selected from 215 published between 2014-2024. The study involved keyword-based searches, stringent selection criteria, and thematic analysis for data visualization. Findings reveal that strategic leadership is pivotal in establishing an Islamic academic culture within PTMA. Key initiatives include implementing AIK-based policies, integrating Islamic values into curricula, and enhancing religious activities and facilities. These efforts have resulted in heightened motivation among the academic community, frequent religious engagement, and a campus atmosphere conducive to Islamic values. The study underscores the critical role of leadership in aligning institutional goals with the challenges of modernization, ensuring that Islamic values remain integral within the educational environment. This alignment supports the creation of a faith-based academic culture while addressing contemporary global demands. Strategic leadership significantly influences the development of Islamic culture in PTMA through policy, curriculum, and community engagement. These insights offer valuable guidance for other faith-based institutions aiming to sustain religious values in a modern educational context.

Relevance of Islamic religious values through elementary school religious culture to learners aims so that students are knowledgeable, can imagine and apply according to Islamic teachings, so that it becomes a good personality later, Islamic values that include aqidah, shari’ah and morals. Madrasah religious culture is the way or mindest of behaving all members of the elementary school based on the values of Islamic religious values. Elementary school religious culture plays a very important role, namely internalizing the value of Islamic religious values of learners in developingthe religious culture of elementary school. The formulation of the problems in this study is: 1). How is the concept of relevance of Islamic religious values in developing religious culture elementary school?; 2). What is the strategy of relevance Islamic religious values in developing religious culture elementary school?; 3). What are the supporting factors and inhibitions of the relevance of Islamic religious values in developing the religious culture elementary school2? This research uses a type of qualitative research with a field approach (field research) using descriptive methods. Data collection techniques using Interviews, Observations, Documentation. Data analysis techniques using data reduction, data presentation, verification. Checking the validity of findings with Credibility, Transferability, Forwardability, Confirmability. The concept of relenvance of Islamic values in elementary school can create an alternative solutions to the relevance of Islamic values, in the form of elementary school religious culture. Contrasting Islamic values (ta’aruf, tolerance, please help, tasamuh, tawazun, family nature) and discipline in the form of outlook on life, behavior, attitude through uswatun hasanah or tauladan in religious culture in accordance with the vision and mission of elementary school. Relevance of Islamic values through the container of madrasah religious culture with the policy of madrasah leadership as a supportive factor and other supporters such as: places of worship, vast elementary school courtyards, loudspeakers.

Learning is expected to develop the potential of learners to have the spiritual attitude: moral strength, self-control, personality, intelligence, noble character, as well as the skills needed by themselves, society, and nation. Implementation of role and morale in learning is an alternative way which is expected to answer the challenge. The solution offered is to inject student with religious material Islamic in learning biology. The content value of materials teaching biology includes terms of practical value, religious values, daily life value, socio-political value, and the value of art. In Islamic religious values (Qur'an and Hadith) various methods can touch human feelings, souls, and generate motivation. Integrating learning with Islamic value can be done by the deductive or inductive approach. The appropriate method of integration is the amtsal (analog) method, hiwar (dialog) method, targhib & tarhib (encouragement & warning) method, and example method (giving a noble role model / good example). The right strategy in integrating Islamic values is outlined in the design of lesson plan. The integration of Islamic values in lesson plan will facilitate teachers to build students' character because Islamic values can be implemented in every learning steps so students will be accustomed to receiving the character value in this integrated learning.

Islamic values are expected to be a barrier to excessive nationalistic. Analysis on Islamic values and tolerance from the point of view of axiology is important, because Islam is not just giving nature a noble and religious attitudes, but also respect for moral rules and actions. Axiological analysis is done by placing the basic Islamic values, moral norms and principles of the nation state in an universal hierarchy values. The purpose of this article is to formulate a reflective relevance of Islamic values and tolerance for the development of the nation state. The basic values of Islamic law according to the Quran is a religious and humanity values particularly noble mind. The law of God is a source of values to humanity values and the state of moral principles. Humanity values especially nobility mind formed the basic of freedom of thought and will. Nobility mind basic to foster unity, cooperation, freedom, democracy, and justice. Islamic teachings of tolerance are very relevant to the Indonesian nation state principle. Islam teaches religious nature and noble attitude, the attitude of respect for moral rules and actions. Tolerant teachings of Islam comes from religious values and universal humanities, so do not know the theory, attitudes, and practices that are based on violence and coercion in the field of divinity, politics, and economics.

Purpose – This study aims to examine the implementation of character education through the 'One Mosque Memorizers of the Qur’an' program at Pondok Wadil Qur’an Tangerang, focusing on integrating Islamic values of tolerance, honesty, and humility into the educational framework. Design/Methods/Approach – A qualitative approach was adopted, comprising structured interviews and focus group discussions with students, educators, and administrators. Thematic analysis was employed to identify patterns in the integration of Islamic values in character education and their impact. The study emphasized reliability and validity through triangulation and member checking. Findings – The program effectively imparts Islamic values as foundational elements of character education. Tolerance is highlighted through the acceptance of religious diversity, honesty is fostered through truthful practices, and humility is encouraged through respectful behavior. The study demonstrates the positive impact of these values on students' moral and ethical development. Research Implications/Limitations – This research contributes to the understanding of character education in non-formal Islamic educational settings. However, its focus on a single program and reliance on qualitative data limit its generalizability and may introduce subjective interpretations. Practical Implications – The findings have significant implications for educational institutions, policymakers, and religious leaders, offering insights into the integration of religious values into educational practices. This approach addresses moral and ethical challenges, shaping a more ethical and harmonious society. Originality/Value – This study presents a unique perspective on character education, emphasizing the role of Islamic values in shaping individual character and societal ethics. It provides a model for incorporating religious values into educational systems, contributing to the development of morally upright and socially responsible individuals.

Mathematics teaching material integrated with Islamic values can support the achievement of mathematics learning objectives in cognitive and affective aspects. This research aims to conduct a literature review related to the research and development of mathematics teaching material integrated with Islamic values. The method used in this research is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) which consists of 36 studies in the period 2018 - 2022. The key question in this research is how the articles regarding research and development of mathematics teaching materials integrated with Islamic values are distributed based on year of publication, level of education, Islamic values, and mathematics topics. The results of this research show that most studies related to mathematics teaching materials integrated with Islamic values were carried out in 2020, researchers conducted a lot of research on teaching materials integrated with Islamic values at the junior high school level, teaching materials integrated with Islamic values were mostly applied to the topic of numbers, and the most widely used Islamic value is the Quran. This research is expected to be a reference to carry out further research related to mathematics teaching materials integrated with Islamic values, and using mathematics teaching material integrated with Islamic values can be the option to make the mathematics learning process more meaningful.

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine to what extent religious work values such as Islamic work values (IWVs) could have an influence on sustainable work behaviours and sustainable energy consumptions among employees in the workplace.Design/methodology/approachData were collected through survey questionnaires. The sample consisted of 264 Muslim employees who work in the private and public organisations in Malaysia. Structural equation modelling was conducted using a second-order model.FindingsThe results showed that religious values (i.e. IWVs) have a significant relationship with sustainable work behaviours and sustainable energy consumptions. The effect on sustainable work behaviours was stronger than its effect on sustainable energy consumptions.Practical implicationsThis study suggests that the policy makers and pundits should pay attention to employees rather than focussing on just the CEO or the managers as the key players in the industries. This would help reduce the emissions of greenhouse gasses and other environmental degradations.Originality/valueWith regard to sustainability, past studies have mostly used general values rather than religious values in analysing work behaviours or energy consumptions. Furthermore, most previous studies have used behavioural intentions in their theory and concepts when explaining sustainable behaviours. This study extends the literature by conceptualising the value-attitude-behaviour theory which focusses on actual behaviours rather than on intentions in explaining the effect of religious work values on sustainable behaviours and energy consumptions.

Education must integrate spiritual and cultural excellence, one of which is by using the media tembang dolanan. Cultural products such as traditional songs can be used as learning media that are infused with religious character values and virtues. One of these songs is Sluku-Sluku Bathok. Sluku-sluku bathok has a rich meaning that the creator wants to convey to the people who hear it. After an in-depth analysis of the song Sluku-Sluku Bathok has religious values that include the dimensions of faith, worship, and morals contained in each lyric. To instil Islamic values based on local wisdom in education, strong support is needed from institutions that care about the importance of these religious values. The school curriculum that has been prepared and implemented well shows that the institution has provided strong support in realising this hope. The approach used to instil local wisdom-based Islamic values to students is to cultivate religious values based on local wisdom, one of which is using this dolanan song. The role playing model is one of the models to implement the Sluku-Sluku Bathok song in PAI learning methodology so that it can internalise religious values.

This article aims to explain the concept of civility, legal problems in Indonesia that reflect uncivilization, and the idea of civilized law based on Islamic spiritual values. A secular understanding that separates law from good religious and spiritual values is an exciting background for research. This research uses a literature study method with a legal philosophy approach. Research data comes from literature and scientific works related to the research theme. The research results show that civility is related to good moral ethics by religious values. Research shows that legal problems originate from legal actors' wrong actions or moral ethics. Apart from that, the research results also explain the concept of civilized law with the principles of Islamic spiritual values, which are relevant to forming legal, moral ethics. So, it can be concluded that the concept of civilized law for Indonesia is to the current legal situation, which requires changes in the behavioral attitudes of legal actors by strengthening Islamic spiritual values. This research contributes as a behavioral guideline for policymakers and law implementers to present a more moral and ethical law based on morals and ethics (adab) based on spiritual values. This includes the formulation of professional ethics based on spiritual values. To present civilized legal behavior in Indonesia.

The teaching process of Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta combines aspects of culture and Islamic values that are typical of Surakarta. This study explores the concept of glocalization in the context of BIPA education at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta, with a special focus on the integration of Islamic-based culture in the curriculum and teaching methods. Through case study approach and SLR (Systematic Literature Review). This research identifies effective glocalization strategies and approaches in Surakarta's local culture and Islamic values into Indonesian teaching. This strategy includes adjusting learning materials, using contextual teaching methods, and integrating learning resources based on culture and Islamic values, especially in Surakarta. The results showed that a glocalization approach that focuses on Islamic culture and values can increase students' understanding and appreciation of local cultural Indonesian and values. The implications of this research provide practical guidance for BIPA educators at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta in designing programs that are not only effective in teaching Indonesian, but also promote cultural understanding and practice with deeper nuances of Islamic values in Surakarta.