Islamic Preaching Research Articles

Iṣlāḥ of al-Ghazālī’s Ideas and Movements and their Relevance to Contemporary Islamic Preaching

This study aims to examine the thoughts, movements of iṣlāḥ (reform) and tajdīd (renewal) of Abū Ḥāmid al-Ghazālī (d. 1111) and their relevance to the contemporary da‘wah. Based on a descriptively qualitative method and socio-historical approaches, this study shows that Al-Ghazālī prioritized self-reform before societal engagement. Al-Ghazālī emphasized Muslims’ mission to spread Islam and reform society. He identified societal issues, attributing the state of society to the knowledge and credibility of Islamic scholars, and advocated for nurturing new scholars, reforming education, reviving moral values, and promoting social justice. Furthermore, his ideas influenced the emergence of leaders like Ṣalāḥ al-Dīn al-Ayyūbī through educational reforms. In the contemporary context, al-Ghazālī’s thought and movement provide an understanding that the current problems of Muslims need to be resolved from a fundamental problem in the form of “moral reform”. The roles of ‘ulamā’ (scholars) and umarā’ (leaders) are two essential pillars of the ummah (community), and these two aspects must receive necessary attention in Islamic da‘wah.

Digital Islam: new space for authority and religious commodification among Islamic preachers in contemporary Indonesia

Digital Islam: new space for authority and religious commodification among Islamic preachers in contemporary Indonesia

Contesting Power as Political Theology: Traditionalist Islamic Preaching and Post-Secularism in the West

Traditionalist Islamic preaching in the West is not limited to the normative aspects of theology, law, and ethics. In addition, it addresses the most pressing social and political issues that Muslims are currently confronting in the West; it also challenges Western modernity in general and secularism in particular. Two critical sermons of secularism delivered by two of the most well-known traditionalist Muslim preachers in their respective countries—Hamza Yusuf in the USA and Hani Ramadan in Switzerland—are analyzed in this study. First, I shall examine the arguments put up by these preachers against secularism and in support of post-secular society. Next, I will study the rhetorical strategies used in these two sermons. Finally, I will discuss the relevance of these two sermons to the contemporary debates in the West on contesting secularism and multiple secularisms. It is argued here that traditionalist Muslim preachers see secularism as an encroaching power that poses a danger to the figures of authority and norms that control gender, knowledge, and education within Muslim communities and societies.

Written Monuments of the Post-Golden Horde Period: Arabic Script Epigraphy at the Arystan-Bab Mausoleum

The article presents the results of a study of Arabic-script inscriptions discovered at the Arystan-Bab complex. This complex is an architectural site built near the medieval town of Otrar. Arystan-Bab is known among Islamic preachers as an important figure and a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, as well as the first teacher of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi. It should be noted that the construction of the Arystan-Bab mausoleum consists of four main stages: (1) the 12th century; (2) the 14th century; (3) the 18th century; and (4) the 20th century. The aim of the article is to study the epigraphic inscriptions carved on the façade of the mausoleum and found within it. The research materials include data collected by the staff of the Suleimenov Institute of Oriental Studies in the Turkistan region in 2023. The research methods employed in the article include image documentation, inscription deciphering, literal translation, and reconstruction of the semantic phrases carved into the stone. The results of the study involve familiarization with the inscriptions, identification of their nature, and an attempt to characterize the authors of these epigraphic monuments. The conclusions of the research are directed toward the study and introduction of new data obtained from the study of the Arystan-Bab mausoleum inscriptions into the scientific discourse.

Analisis Retorika Dakwah Ustadz Hanan Attaki dalam Video Youtube “Kalo lagi Mentok, Harus Gimana?”: Kajian Retorika Aristoteles

This research discusses the application of Aristotle's rhetorical principles in the preaching video of ustadz Hanan Attaki entitled “Kalo Lagi Mentok, Harus Gimana?” The background of this research is the importance of understanding the stages of rhetoric in preaching to enhance understanding of the influence and effectiveness of the message conveyed. The aim of this research is to explain the stages of rhetoric in ustadz Hanan Attaki's preaching video based on Aristotle's theory. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection through video research, transcription, and content analysis. The results of the study show that ustadz Hanan Attaki successfully applies Aristotle's five stages of rhetoric (Inventio, Dispositio, Elocutio, Memoria, and Pronuntiatio) effectively in his preaching. The benefit of this research is an increased understanding of rhetoric in the context of Islamic preaching and the relevance and effectiveness of its use in delivering religious messages to modern audiences.

Characteristics of Moderate Da'wah in The View of Abdul Mun'im

The purpose of this study is to identify the characteristics of moderate Islamic da'wah in the view of H. Abdul Mun'im. This qualitative study uses an analytical-narrative approach. The values of wasathiyah Islamic teachings become the theory of analysis of the subject matter of the study. Research data were obtained through observation techniques on Youtbue content about Ustadz H. Abdul Mun'im's da'wah entitled "Dakwah Wasathiyah" on the Tawaf TV Channel. Meanwhile, data analysis goes through the stages of data reduction, presentation, and verification. This study concludes that there are dimensions of wasathiyah Islamic values in the perspective of H. Abdul Mun'im in describing moderate Islamic preaching, including the value of tasamuth in preaching that respects differences in dialogue between religions and mass organizations. Then, the value of tawazun in da'wah that prohibits issues of extremism and gender discrimination. Furthermore, the value of tawasuth in da'wah that prohibits conflicts between mazhab differences and terrorism. The findings of this study confirm that the mainstreaming of moderate Islamic da'wah in Indonesia can be internalised through digital da'wah activities. The limitations of this study have not identified the concrete form of H Abdul Mun'im's moderate Islamic da'wah in the community.

Strategi Dakwah Radio BHASA FM dalam Meningkatkan Pemahaman Keagamaan Masyarakat Situbondo

This article examines Bhasa FM radio's da'wah strategy in increasing the religious understanding of the Situbondo community. Radio has been known for a long time as a medium for conveying information, education and entertainment to the public. However, it is different for Bhasa FM Situbondo radio, a radio whose orientation is not only on these three things but more on the domination of Islamic preaching. Seeing that modern society currently tends to be less interested in religious studies in mosques or prayer rooms, it is hoped that radio can be an alternative in filling and providing religious nutrition for Situbondo Muslims. The research uses field research methods. The researcher looked directly into the field in conducting observations, interviews and documentation studies, to collect complete data and then carry out descriptive analysis to then look for an answer to the focus of this paper. Bhasa FM radio's da'wah strategy uses a sensory da'wah strategy (al-manhaj al-hissy) which is also called an experimental strategy or scientific strategy which is oriented to the five senses and adheres firmly to the results of research and experiments. Bhasa FM Radio invites audiences to join online or off air, apart from that there is also social media such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and so on. Apart from that, there is also an external approach, namely data produced by Nielsen surveys, once a month. The aim of this strategy is to find out the age, social and economic status of the listener and all demographic aspects of the listener.

Heretical Sects as Victims of Hermeneutics: A Study on the Metamorphosis of Religious Practices in the Indonesian Islamic Preaching Institute (LDII)

Heretical Sects as Victims of Hermeneutics: A Study on the Metamorphosis of Religious Practices in the Indonesian Islamic Preaching Institute (LDII)

Dynamics of Malay Intellectual Tradition

This article aims to determine the dynamics of the intellectual revival of the Malay world which includes the supporting factors for the intellectual revival of the Malay world, Malay intellectual figures and their works. This article is presented descriptively qualitatively using literature review techniques. The research results show that the formation of intellectual traditions in the Malay world is closely related to the process of Islamization of the archipelago. It is strongly suspected that the intellectual tradition was only formed during the sultanate, in the early days of the arrival and spread of Islam through trade activities and Islamic preaching. Furthermore, there was an increase in the intensity of relations between the Malay (Nusantara) community and Arab countries, especially Haromain. This happens with many people from the archipelago who perform the Hajj and who deliberately settle in Mecca or Medina to study there. These are the people who, after returning to the archipelago, became actors in the process of transmitting religious thought to the Muslim community of the archipelago.

Acculturation of Religion and Culture Within Muslim Sundanese Society in West Java

This article explores the acculturation of culture and religion, focusing on the interaction between Islam and Sundanese culture in West Java, Indonesia. Early Islamic preachers employed accommodating strategies, integrating pre-existing cultural elements, which led to the development of a unique form of Islam in the region. The purpose of this article is to examine and highlight the ways in which Islam has blended with Sundanese culture in West Java. The study utilized a qualitative research approach, combining field research with data from both primary sources (observations and interviews) and secondary sources, such as books, scholarly articles, research reports, and other relevant materials. The data were displayed in a narrative-descriptive format and analyzed using the qualitative data analysis techniques including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the long-standing process of acculturation between Islam and Sundanese culture in West Java has produced a distinct Sundanese culture influenced by Islamic principles. This is evident in elements such as the wawacan texts, which contain Islamic teachings, the prevalence of Islamic boarding schools, the practice of Islamic mysticism (Sufism-Tariqa), and the unique Islamic-Sundanese architectural style. The widespread acceptance of Islamic teachings among the Sundanese has led to the incorporation of these principles and traditions into Sundanese society, aligning them closely with Islamic values.

MUBALLIGH IN THE DIGITAL AGE BASED ON INSIGHTS FROM INDONESIAN PHENOMENA: LEVERAGING DIGITAL LEARNING FOR THE PROMOTION OF ISLAMIC VALUES

Integrating digital technology in education has revolutionized learning across diverse fields, including religious education. This study explores how Islamic da'wah leverages digital platforms to enhance digital learning in the context of spreading da'wah in society, addressing challenges such as information accuracy, language barriers, and the balance between traditional and digital methods. Through a literature review and qualitative research, the study identifies and analyzes strategies employed by preachers to promote digital learning. The findings underscore the significant role of online platforms, mobile applications, online courses, e-learning, digital resources, virtual communities, and discussion forums in spreading Islamic da'wah in Indonesia. The substantial engagement with digital da'wah content from various Islamic teams highlights its impact. This research deepens understanding of the influence of digital learning on Islamic education, emphasizing its value as a complement to traditional face-to-face preaching. The study provides insights for Islamic preachers and educators, urging the refinement of digital learning initiatives to enhance the impact of Islamic education in contemporary contexts.

Javanese-Islamic Mysticism In Serat Nitisruti By Prince Karanggayam

Javanese-Islamic mysticism believes that humans can find God (in union with Him) through wisdom. The concepts are similar to Sufism, such as Ittiḥād, ḥulūl, and Waḥdat al-wujūd. This study aims to discover the formulation of Javanese-Islamic mysticism teachings in Serat Nitisruti by Prince Karanggayam. The primary data were obtained from Javanese manuscripts, namely Serat Nitisruti, compiled by Prince Karanggayam (1591-1612 AD), from the early days of Pajang to the end of Pajang (controlled by Mataram). Prince Karanggayam was the first poet and an Islamic preacher in Pajang. This study applies the cultural analysis of Koentjaraningrat. The results show that Javanese-Islamic mysticism in Serat Nitisruti has four stages; purification of kapti (heart), atunggal marang Gusti (union with God), nugrahaning widhi (God’s blessing), and the last is application stage, i.e., managing the world or doing actual actions. If someone can reach the third stage, he deserves to be called waskitha. However, if those stages are not completed with the application stage, the result will be imperfect. Therefore, Javanese-Islamic mysticism has its reasoning and logic by Javanese society at that time, namely, ngelmu kanthi laku; knowledge must be accompanied by actual actions.Contribution: This study uncovers the teachings of the spiritual journey based on local wisdom among Javanese Muslims, as contained in Serat Nitisruti, which Prince Karanggayam compiled.

Retorika Dakwah Ustad Syukri Albani di Media Sosial Tiktok

First of all, technology is developing a number of advanced, convenient features at an ever-increasing pace. In this era of digitalization, many human tasks can be completed in a short time. Like Islamic preaching, Islam as Rahmatan Lil Alamin's religion must of course be adaptive and inclusive in facing the forces of globalization. The Tiktok application is one of several new media being produced, taken for granted by Indonesian society, and has both beneficial and detrimental impacts. The millennial generation, which is prone to anxiety about the uniformity of modernization, is starting to feel the negative impact of Tiktok, a new media platform that provides entertainment, education and information. Ustad Syukri Albani, one of the preachers, added further meaning to this application. This research examines how preacher Ustad Syukri Albani formulates his preaching strategy on social media Tiktok and how he uses da'wah rhetoric as the main means of conveying his preaching there. This is achieved by combining content analysis studies with qualitative research methodology. Research shows that Ustad Syukri Albani's preaching rhetoric which can be seen on social media is one of the main variables that determines how individuals behave in accordance with Islamic principles.

The oral tradition of <em>Syahadat Kures</em> : Core and initial foundations of Surakarta Kasunanan palace rule, Central Java Indonesia

Syahadat Kures is an oral tradition of Surakarta Kasunanan palace, typically practiced in rituals as a means of communication with perceived supernatural powers. This oral tradition adheres to the customs and patterns of life within palace community. This article aims to describe the content, meaning, and role of Syahadat Kures in the lives of the people residing in Surakarta Kasunanan palace. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach with an ethnographic methodology. Data collection involves observation and literature review. The research employed purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques. The research results encompass two aspects: (1) a description of the content, meaning, and direct role of Syahadat Kures in the lives of the people residing in Surakarta Kasunanan palace, and (2) the implementation of Islamic values in the domains of government, art, and culture at Surakarta Kasunanan palace. The effect of practicing Syahadat Kures is to obey God's commands and avoid God's prohibitions. This influence affects many parts of life in Surakarta Kasunanan palace, notably governance, arts, and culture. All these elements have meanings and purposes that are directly tied to Islamic beliefs. Thus, Syahadat Kures plays an essential role in the growth of Islamic preaching, particularly to the population of Surakarta Kasunanan palace. This study is intended to aid other researchers, particularly those working in culture, history, and religion.

REPRESENTASI OF DA’WAH MESSAGES THROUGH PAINTINGS; ANALYSIS OF DA’WAH ISLAMIC DA’WAH IN SUFISTIK PAINTINGS @_ ZUKKK WITH A SEMIOTIC APPROACH

Painting is an art form of beauty has become increasingly crucial to convey Islamic messages and values in the new digital, da’wah media in the digital era, indicating in broadcasting Islam with various forms of methods, one of which is through painting (sign). This digital da’wah is a trend in society, especially the younger generation, the tendency to learn religion through social media. This research investigates the role of paintings in Islamic preaching. taking a case study of paintings on artists on the Instagram account "@_Zukkk". This research aims to analyze how the art by Zukkk plays an important role to starting da'wah in a unique way to convey Islamic values and its impact on viewers' understanding and interaction on the Instagram. This research used by Roland Barthes' semiotic study, which is a continuation of Saussure's thought in introducing the concept of connotation and denotation is the key to analysis. The results show that Zukkk's paintings have a very crucial role in da’wah Islam using a unique way. Through the expression of painting, Zukkk succeeds in providing Islamic messages, such as kindness, justice, patience, to inspiring his followers. Positive responses and powerful interactions, the many people who use the Instagram platform indicate the effectiveness of painting as a medium for delivering da’wah. The paintings are able to motivate the audience. Keywords: Dakwah, Painting, Instagram, Semiotics

Islamic Literacy: The Role of KH Ghalib in Islamic Preaching and Education in Pringsewu, Lampung 1930-1945

This research highlights the crucial role of KH. Ghalib in enriching literacy through Islamic preaching and education in the Lampung Province. The research methodology employs a historical approach comprising four steps: heuristic, verification, interpretation, and historiography. Primary information was obtained through interviews with community figures in Pringsewu who have in-depth knowledge of KH. Ghalib’s role in preaching. The research results indicate that KH. Ghalib was a reformist fighter born in 1899 in Mojosantren Village, Krian, East Java. After completing his education at the Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School, he embarked on a preaching journey that took him to various regions in Indonesia, including North Sumatra, Malaysia, and Kalimantan. In 1927, after performing the Hajj pilgrimage, KH. Ghalib arrived in Singapore and from there, he traveled to Pringsewu, Lampung. KH. Ghalib established the first madrasah in the region in 1930, using an education method based on memorization and sorogan. Additionally, KH. Ghalib was active in preaching activities and managed various economic initiatives to support the operation of the madrasah. These efforts demonstrate the significant role of KH. Ghalib in promoting Islamic literacy in the Pringsewu Subdistrict, making a substantial contribution to the development of education and the dissemination of Islamic values in the community during the period of 1930-1945.
 Keywords: Islamic Literacy, KH Ghalib, Preaching, Islamic Education, Fighter

IMPLEMENTATION OF ARTICLE 46 LAW NUMBER 18 OF 2019 CONCERNING ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOLS SIYASAH FIQIH PERSPECTIVE

Islamic boarding schools are community-based institutions and founded by individuals, foundations, Islamic community organizations, or communities that instill faith and devotion to Allah SWT, which creates noble morals and upholds the Islamic teachings of rahmatan lil'alamin which are reflected in a humble, tolerant, balance, moderation, and noble values of the Indonesian nation through education, Islamic preaching, example, and community empowerment. The data analysis method used is a qualitative descriptive method using an inductive thinking process. The implementation of Article 46 of Law Number 18 of 2019 concerning Islamic Boarding Schools (Studies at the Jabal An-Nur Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School, West Betung Bay, Bandar Lampung City) has been implemented with the efforts of Ustadz-Ustadz to provide facilities and infrastructure in the santri education process. The rules at the Jabal An-Nur Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School in terms of facilities and infrastructure are quite good, but the suitability of the Islamic Boarding School is not sufficient to be said to be good, such as the lack of a language lab and computer lab like other modern Islamic Boarding Schools so it is said to not be in accordance with Article 46 Law Number 18 of 2019 concerning Islamic Boarding Schools. Planning for educational facilities and infrastructure at the Jabal An-Nur Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School was created to support student educational facilities. Planning for program facilities and infrastructure is made by the Islamic boarding school with the coordination of the foundation through a series of stages, namely the Islamic boarding school coordination meeting which is held once a year. Fiqh Siyasah Review of the Implementation of Article 46 of Law Number 18 of 2019 concerning Islamic Boarding Schools at the Jabal An-Nur Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School was not carried out in accordance with Siyasah Tanfidziyyah because the Jabal An-Nur Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School and the Regional Government did not carry out their mandate. in Article 46 of Law Number 18 of 2019 concerning Islamic Boarding Schools.

PERAN GURU PAI MENJADIKAN MASJID SEBAGAI PUSAT DAKWAH DAN EDUKASI ISLAM DI ERA KOTEMPORER (STUDI KASUS DI PONDOK PESANTREN AR-ROSYID TULUNGAGUNG)

The research is motivated by the lack of Islamic preaching in the contemporary era, both in non-Islamic environments and in Islamic boarding school (pesantren) and other dormitory-based Islamic schools, especially within the structures of mosque in these Islamic institutions. From this issue, educators, particularly Islamic Studies teachers (PAI), pla a crucial role in making the mosque a center for Islamic preaching and education in the contemporary era. The research problem formulation is as follows: (1) What is the role of PAI teachers in making mosque a center for Islamic preaching and education in the contemporary era (2) What challenges must a PAI teacher face in fullfilling the role of making the mosque a center for Islamic preaching and education in the contemporary era? (3) What are the factors hindering the success of PAI teachers in making mosque a center for Islamic preaching and education in the contemporary era? (4) What are the solutions to overcome the obstacles to the success of PAI teachers in making mosque a center for Islamic preaching and education in the contemporary era?

تبلیغی جماعت کے ذرائع تبلیغ کا تحقیقی جائزہ

Preaching of Islam is the most important responsibility of Ummah. For the payment of this duty various missionary organizations were established in the Muslim world. Tablighi Jammat is also a Tablighi movement, which was established by Maulana Muhammad Ilyas. Because the Maio nation was in danger of apostasy, this requires a Tablighi Jammat occurred. Now this movement is active in many countries of the world. Tablighi Jammat has own ways and timing course for preaching. They use different ways to preach. They preach through speeches, letters. They also send Tablighi deputations to entire country and outside countries for preaching. Besides male parties’ female parties also send. On the other hand, they use modern resources for preaching such as TV, Internet, Laptop, videos and audios etc. These means easy and useful to conveying the message of Islam.

PELATIHAN MENJADI BILAL DAN KHATIB BAGI REMAJA MASJID AL-MUHAJIRIN DESA JAYASAMPURNA

The purpose of this training is to provide an understanding to mosque teenagers regarding how to be a good bilal and khatib and to find solutions to existing problems related to the lack of of appearance of teenagers in the mosque. The training was conducted in the form of training on how to be a bilal and khatib for teenagers in Jayasampurna Village, Serang Baru District, Bekasi Regency. The formulationof the problems raised in this training is related to the function of the bilal and preacher which is very important in Islamic preaching, so that the preacher must be delivered in a language that is easily understood by the congregation, except for the pillars of the preacher. In addition, the increase in the quantity of mosques also creates new problems, especially for the bilal and khutbah. Currently, bilal and khatib are still dominates by the older generation. To find alternative solutions to the above problems, a training program was held to become bilal and khatib for teenagers in Jayasampurna Village. The targets of this training were 23 teenagers consisting of 19 male teenagers and 4 female teenagers. The results of this activity are (1) providing an understanding to mosque teenagers about how to become a good and correct bilal and khatib (2) giving confidence to teenagers when becoming a bilal and khatib (3) being one the solutions for mosque administrators when they want to carry out Friday prayers by empowering local residents.