Mosque Institution Research Articles

Mosquepreneur in Perak: Reality or Fantasy?

Social activities at the mosque are still something new in Malaysia and it has not received a lot of attention. However, there are still a few mosque institutions which have focused on social entrepreneurship activities for increasing the mosque’s income source. The questionnaires were distributed to 52 mosque chairmen and observation was done to see the potential of local social entrepreneurship activities based on factors such as the organisational profile, the mosque demographics, assets, income acceptance, social and finance business activities. The data was analysed quantitatively using descriptive analysis. The findings showed that most mosque institutions were able to raise income from entrepreneurial activities. The social activities conducted can increase the mosque income and bring benefit to the local community especially the Muslim community in general. As such, the study findings can provide inspiration and indication for other mosques to take part in social entrepreneurial activities in order to intensify the mosquepreneur efforts.

Mosque Institutions In Malaysia: What Is The Concept Of The Lyrics?

This article comprises discussions related to the concept of the Mosque in Malaysia, as far as conforming to the idea of rahmatan lilalamin, which is the primary basis of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. Contrary to the concept of rahmatan lilalamin then came Rahmah Mosque, which is concerned with the unification and peace of the universal ummah. This also repels a narrow understanding of the function of the mosque. In this paper, the author discusses the challenge of establishing a mosque institution that conforms to the concept of rahmatan lilalamin to expose readers to fend off all the extreme views of mosque functions. At the end of the writing, it is reiterated that the role of the mosque should be in line with the concept of lilalalmin's grace. This is based on the management, supervision, infrastructure facilities and mosque environment that can create the love of one's fellow Muslims and have a different society.Artikel ini terdiri dari diskusi yang berkaitan dengan konsep Masjid di Malaysia, sejauh sesuai dengan gagasan rahlatan lilalamin, yang merupakan dasar utama Nabi Muhammad SAW. Bertentangan dengan konsep rahmatan lilalamin kemudian muncul Masjid Rahmah, yang berkaitan dengan penyatuan dan kedamaian ummah universal. Ini juga mengusir pemahaman sempit tentang fungsi masjid. Dalam makalah ini, penulis membahas tantangan mendirikan lembaga masjid yang sesuai dengan konsep rahmatan lilalamin untuk mengekspos pembaca untuk menangkis semua pandangan ekstrem fungsi masjid. Di akhir tulisan, ditegaskan kembali bahwa peran masjid harus sejalan dengan konsep rahmat lilalalmin. Ini didasarkan pada manajemen, pengawasan, fasilitas infrastruktur dan lingkungan masjid yang dapat menciptakan kecintaan sesama Muslim dan memiliki masyarakat yang berbeda.

Memperkasa Pengurusan Agihan Zakat di Institusi Masjid Malaysia: Isu dan Cabaran (Empowering Zakat Distribution Management in Mosque Institutions of Malaysia: Issues and Challenges)

Zakat management in Malaysia has always been experiencing a significant change in respect of its collection and distribution. Various transformations have taken place in ensuring the empowerment of zakat institutions particularly in assisting the asnaf group. While the governance of zakat management in Malaysia differs from each state, its objectives and purposes are the same as to preserve the development of ummah from the spiritual, economic, social, health, and other aspects. Countless efforts have been carried out to ensure the distribution of zakat is implemented effectively, fair, and equitable. The mosque institution is seen as among the best alternatives in ensuring the distribution of zakat can be distributed systematically in a structured and focused manner as the way it was implemented throughout the time of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and his Companions. Therefore, this article will assess the zakat distribution practices in mosque institution of Malaysia. This study will also discuss the issues and challenges confronted in the implementation of zakat distribution management in mosque institutions as well as a proposition of a new zakat management model in mosque institutions. The findings indicate that there are some states in Malaysia that implementing zakat distribution in mosque institution, however without having a permanent organizational structure with the mosque management itself. Further studies on the methods and mechanisms of zakat distribution in mosque institutions can be held to scrutinize directly the issues and challenges encountered if mosque institutions are to handle the zakat distribution management. Hopefully this study is able to be a guide and reference to the State Islamic Religious Council in strengthening the zakat management in mosque institutions of Malaysia.

Framework of Empowering Mosque Institution in Malaysia

Framework of Empowering Mosque Institution in Malaysia

MENELUSURI KONSEP KEIHSANAN DAN KEINSANAN DALAM NOVEL ‘DAN MALAM APABILA IA BERLALU’

Each literary work produced contains the message and thoughts of the author that the audience should consider and ponder especially the literary work produced by the National Laureate. National Laureate made a huge contribution to the production of their literary works. This is because the work of the National Artist has high values, beautiful and unique languages and is difficult to interpret because of the use of language that challenges the human mind. Each literary work produced is based on experience and this can bring the audience closer to the author. The experience is treated as poured into his literary work which contains certain messages to convey to the audience. The literary work of the National Laureate, especially Islamic literary works, highlights the Islamic values that contained in literary work. The concept of divinity and humanity are presented in the literary work aims to spread the message and encourage the audience to think and reflect and to rethink human relationships with God (divinity) and human relationships with each other (humanity) as important guidelines in understanding true life. Therefore, this study will examine the concept of divinity and humanity by using Abdullah Hussin novel Dan Malam Apabila Ia Berlalu as research data. This studies. a uses the library method and data analysis. The findings of the study found that the concepts of divinity and humanity are the heart institution as a missionary center, the mosque institution as a missionary center, human rights equality, social justice, brotherhood in Islam, problem-solving as well as ethics and decency in Islam. Therefore, through this study, we can raise awareness and improve our relationship with God and our fellow man.

QUALITATIVE INSIGHT ON THE IMPACT OF LEADERS’ COMPETENCIES TO MOSQUE PERFORMANCE

Mosque plays an important role in molding and creating beautiful success ummah. In the days of Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. the mosque is known and acts as a central place for all Muslims to practice religious rituals as well as other social activities. However, in Malaysia, the mosque is now seen as a place meant for religious rituals only and the activities held does not attract many attendees. This research aims to understand what are the core competencies which will have a significant impact on mosque performance. This is seen as necessary as having leaders with the identified core competencies will uplift the mosque institution to a higher level professionally. The research adopts a qualitative method and eighteen mosque leaders representing six mosques in the state of Kedah have been selected based on the recommendation by the religious state office respectively. Data would be collected using the interview and observation method. The result of the study aims to assist Kedah State Religious to strengthen and identify the competencies needed by the mosque leaders in managing the mosque effectively.

KEUSAHAWANAN SOSIAL INSTITUSI MASJID PEMANGKIN MODAL INSAN BERKUALITI

Social entrepreneurship combines the spirit of a social mission with business images such as discipline, innovation, and determination. In addition, social entrepreneurship employs an entrepreneurial approach to unraveling social issues and tackles them in a way that brings a positive impact to both parties. The area of entrepreneurship is also a way of worship and it is able to attract more members of society to the mosque. Mosque institutions can be further reinforced by creating entrepreneurial activities to generate positive economy as well as assisting the institution of mosques in implementing effective programs for the mosques through funds from social entrepreneurial activities. This conceptual writing finds that there are some problems that exist in mosque institutions. Among the major issues outlined in the strategic plan of the Penang Islamic Affairs Department is the inefficient institutional management of the mosque which illustrates the lack of Islamic management and the problem of attracting target members of society to the mosques. The objective of this study is to evaluate the role of mosque institution management in Seberang Perai Utara by using effective social entrepreneurship platform to address the negative perceptions of the mosque management and to determine the best social entrepreneurship programs for mosque institutions in increasing the number of members of society to the mosque institutions. This study will use a qualitative method to obtain and analyze data in order to prove the objectives of this study. Social entrepreneurship is capable of raising positive images not only to the administration of the mosque but also to the administration of Islamic affairs in the state of Penang. This comprehensive study to identify the best mosque management role and best social entrepreneurship program can be used by mosque institutions to increase income as well as enhance human capital reach through overall mosque administration.

SPATIAL PERCEPTION ELEMENTS IN JAMI’E DARUSSALAM MOSQUE, CENTRAL JAKARTA

Abstract- In the course of the development of Islam since the time of the Prophet Muhammad until now, the strategic position of the mosque is not only as a place of worship but also as the center of Islamic Introduction. As we know that establishing a mosque is a culture that has been rooted in the life of Muslim society. The founding principle of the mosque comes from the teachings contained in the Qur'an and Hadith. However, the two sources did not disclose and include the building and physical codes of the mosque. All of it is left to the people to design their own buildings and physical mosque in accordance with the conditions of the local community. The mosque in Indonesia is developed into two forms, the first being a form influenced by the local culture. The second is a form influenced by middle eastern culture. Then, a mosque with a different shape from the two previously described forms began to appear. One of the mosques is the Jami'e Darussalam, the mosque which became the object of research.The study was conducted based on a preliminary study conducted by studying the theory of space perception put forward by Bert Bielefeld and the theory of space perception in the mosque. From the existing theory can then be formulated an indicator of the perception of space needed in a mosque. Existing indicators are then used to research buildings with a focus on the perception of space. The result of object study analysis then further be processed through the analysis table so that it can be inferred the space forming element that influence the human perception on the mosque.From the research, it is found that the perception of space needed in a mosque is only in the prayer room of Jami'e Darussalam Mosque, but not in other spaces. This is because the character of different space-forming elements in each space.The benefit of this research for the general public is to increase knowledge about the perception of space needed in a mosque and how the perception of space can be realized. Meanwhile, for the architects and mosque institutions, this research can add knowledge about the perception of space in a mosque and how to design the elements of space to be able to realize the perception of space. Key Words: elements of space formation, perception of space, mosque

Determination of Mosque Funds by Indonesian Law Towards the Development of People: Case Study Mosque Raya Ahmad Yani Manado, Indonesia

This paper aims to analyze the practice of Indonesian Law in managing funds to finance the management of the mosque. The mosque made as a case study is Ahmad Yani Manado mosque. To determine the management of the mosque funds to be good, controlled and in accordance with the rules, the management must comply with the applicable rules and regulations. Therefore, the objective of this study is to identify the management of the mosque funds in Manado according to the Law. The important thing to be aware of in managing is the management of the Fund that is human. Whereas the law in charge of fund management is contained in Law Number 16 of 2001 on Fondation, Law Number 38 Year 1999 regarding Zakat and Law Number 41 Year 2004 about Waqf. To investigate, this study was conducted by qualitative study design and data analysis in descriptive form. The findings of the study are generally the management of Ahmad Yani Mosque Raya in Manado still done in conventional and traditional ways. This is due to lack of awareness or lack of awareness of mosque managers on the management of funds and mosque institutions. Therefore, it should be welcomed to the management of the Mosque Raya Ahmad Yani in Manado to enhance the management of the fund and the management of Manado. It is also hoped that it will also be able to propose to the institution of the mosques in other mosques in mosques, in order to further improve the management of financially legitimate mosques. DOI : 10.7176/JLPG/82-08

Board Governance Attributes and Organizational Characteristics of Mosque Co-Operatives in Malaysia

Performances of mosque co-operatives rely on the effectiveness of the board of governance. The board has responsibilities to determine the strategic direction of mosque co-operatives, oversight management, and ensure the integrity of members’ rights and interests. The board of governance functions is becoming more challenging since the launching of National Co-operative Policy II (2011-2020), which among another, place greater emphasis on the expansion of mosque co-operatives movement via initiative of 1 Community, 1 Co-operative. Furthermore, the board of governance of mosque co-operatives is expected to deliver not only economic performance but also socio-economic governance, especially in supporting the activism of mosque institutions. Hence, as an initial observation, this study attempts to highlight the board governance attributes and mosque co-operatives organisational characteristics. The initial findings are essential in assisting regulator and policy maker like Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operative, and Consumerism (KPDNKK), Malaysia Co-operative Societies Commission (SKM), and Malaysia National Co-operative Movement (ANGKASA) in preparing the Mosque Co-operative Strategic Plan 2017-2020, and National Co-operative Policy III (2021-2030).

PERAN INSTITUSI MASJID SEBAGAI PUSAT PEMBERDAYAAN SOSIAL EKONOMI MASYARAKAT (Studi di Masjid Sabilillah Malang)

Abstract: This study aims to analyze the role of mosque institution as the center of socio-economic empowerment of the community. The study was conducted at Sabilillah Mosque which is a large national pilot mosque. The approach used is case study. The results of social empowerment research are, improving the quality of education, family assistance, business training, health services, network strengthening with mushollah. While economic empowerment among others economic empowerment through mosque cooperative, economic empowerment dhuafa through business capital and provision of production facilities, economic empowerment through provision of market pujasera. To generate other funding sources as a means to empower the community, Sabilillah Mosque organizes auditorium, cash receipts, and minimarket management cooperation.

Mosques as a Platform to Address the Issue of the Anti-Hadith Ideology

In Malaysia, the authorities have taken a number of steps to prevent the anti-Hadith movement. Various parties, especially the religious authorities at federal and state levels, have united to try to resolve the anti-Hadith issue, and activities such as weekly talks and lectures have been organized by mosque institutions to halt the spread of this ideology. The objective of this study is to investigate whether any significant correlation can be seen between attendance at the programs of the mosque and the influence of the anti-Hadith. This quantitative study involved the distribution of questionnaires that included anti-Hadith related questions to 800 participants in order to gather demographic data as well as information regarding their attendance of mosque lectures. A detailed analysis between the interest of those who took part in programs at mosques and the influence of anti-Hadith had a significant impact. The results indirectly prove that Muslims who frequented the mosques were safe from the influence of the anti-Hadith movement. Consequently, it can be said that the spiritual teaching carried out in mosques has succeeded in preserving the faith of Muslims. This study highlights the fact that such spiritual teaching can be one of the main factors to help Muslims to avoid dangerous ideologies.

Mosque as a Platform to Address the Issues of the Anti-Hadith in Malaysia

The anti-hadith phenomenon in Malaysia has urged the authorities to implement varieties of grassroots actions to combat its spread. Various parties have come together to address this issue, especially the religious authorities whether at the federal or state level. Besides that, mosque institutions play their roles by organizing weekly talks and lectures to overcome the anti-hadith movement. Therefore, this study was conducted to measure the extent to which the mosque institutions in Malaysia have successfully contributed to the eradication of the anti-hadith group among society. This study was a quantitative study in which the researcher has distributed survey questionnaires on demographic, practice and involvement with lectures in mosques and also questions related to the anti-hadith. A total of 800 people were involved in the survey. The finding based on detailed analysis has shown that those who liked to present themselves in the mosques were safe from the influence of the anti-hadith. This finding illustrates that religious teachings in mosques have managed to keep the faith of the Muslims from being misguided in terms of Islamic practices and unfavourable potential to be influenced by the anti-hadith movement less than those who did not go there. Based on this study, religious education in mosques is one of the main factors which could save the Muslims from the influence of the anti-hadith. Hence, this study suggested that all parties should enhance and diversify the religious lectures. DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2016.v7n2s1p553

Muslim women in America: the challenge of Islamic identity today

The treatment and role of women is one of the most discussed and controversial aspects of Islam. In this volume, three respected scholars of Islam survey the situation of women in Islam, focusing on how Muslim views about and experiences of gender are changing in the Western diaspora. It offers an overview of the teachings of the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad on gender, analyzes the ways in which the West has historically viewed Muslim women, and examines how the Muslim world has changed in response to Western critiques. The volume then centers on the Muslim experience in America, examining Muslim analyses of gender, Muslim attempts to form a new American Islam, and the legal issues surrounding equal rights for Muslim females. Such specific issues as dress, marriage, child custody, and asylum are addressed. It also looks at the ways in which Muslim women have tried to create new paradigms of Islamic womanhood and are reinterpreting the traditions apart from the males who control the mosque institutions.