The concept of waqf-based communal space in supporting the independence of coastal communities (Case Study of Tugurejo Village, Semarang)

Abstract

One aspect of Islamic culture that combines spatial, ritual, and social aspects is land waqf, or the generous granting of land and buildings on it for public use. Waqf forms an esoteric culture that connects the community to Islamic values through the establishment of places of worship and social existence. The fact that waqf has developed in various places raise the question of why waqf has been able to survive for so long, and what are the factors behind this. To answer this question, a study was conducted aimed at formulating the concept of waqf space to support the self-reliance of coastal communities. The research site is a coastal village in Tugurejo village, Semarang city. Through a comprehensive single case study approach, this study yielded the finding that waqf forms his seven spatial themes including: 1) Prayer space theme, 2) studying space theme, 3) Space sharing theme, 4) The business space theme, 5) Settlement infrastructure space theme, 6) Islamic shiar space theme, 7) Conservation space theme. These seven themes of his form a socio-economic concept in the form of a space of fraternity, and are the pillars that support the self-reliance of the community of Tugurejo village.