Islam In Indonesia Research Articles

Modernisasi dan Sekularasi Pemikiran Islam di Indonesia

The two key ideas in the evolution of Islamic thought in Indonesia are modernization and secularization. Modernization is an effort to keep Islamic teachings up-to-date and relevant to the changing times, while secularization is the division of religion and state affairs. The purpose of this study is to analyze how modernization and secularization have influenced Islamic thought in Indonesia. The research method used is qualitative with literature study. Primary data sources used are books (especially recommended for scientific work), recognized scientific publications, and student research findings in various formats, including theses, dissertations, practicum reports, and so on. Meanwhile, secondary data sources are obtained through previous research that has been carried out by previous research. The data analysis technique used is by data reduction which aims to conclude the results of the entire study. The results of the study show: First, if modernization and secularization have brought significant changes in Islamic thought in Indonesia, it shows that modernization encourages Muslims to adopt a rational mindset and be able to adapt to the progress of the times. Meanwhile, secularization helps Muslims in Indonesia to separate religious affairs from politics, thus allowing them to contribute more effectively to the development of the country. Second, modernization brings significant social changes, including changes in social structures, behavior patterns, and social interactions. Social change can occur suddenly or gradually, involving the active participation of community members. Globalization accelerates the modernization process by spreading ideas and cultures from Western countries to the rest of the world. Third, the relationship between Islam, modernization, and secularization is a complex and ever-evolving phenomenon, with diverse views and interpretations from various figures and thinkers.

Islamic Law Practice among East Javanesse Chinese Muslims; PITI’s Contribution on Its Enforcement

This qualitative research explores the practice of Islamic law among Chinese Muslims in Indonesia, focusing on the contribution of the Indonesian Chinese Islamic Association, or Persatuan Islam Tionghoa Indonesia (PITI) in East Java in three aspects; translating the Qur’an into Mandarin, organizing marriage guidance and religious consultation, and facilitating ḥalāl food industry. The primary data collection method involves in-depth interviews with Islamic leaders within the community, particularly those affiliated with PITI. Secondary data is gathered through an extensive review of literature comprising documents, books, news, and articles related to Islamic law practices among Indonesian Chinese Muslims. Data analysis employs a spiral approach, encompassing content analysis, contextual examination, and critical evaluation. The results of this research show that, specifically, PITI East Java is focused on three areas: arranging marriage counseling, translating the Qur'an into Mandarin, and developing a mentoring program for ḥalāl products. Besides, PITI uses a cultural approach to help Chinese Muslims comprehend and follow Islamic precepts while also taking into account their unique background and characteristics. As a result, the Chinese heritage has been influenced by Indonesian and Islamic traditions. This practice is dynamic and still proceeding in the new horizon that needs support from all stakeholders, the government, and other Muslim communities in Indonesia.

Religious Minority and Peaceful Coexistence: The Dynamics of the Ahmadiyya Community in Malang, Indonesia

The position of the Ahmadiyya is problematic since it claims to be a part of the Muslim community, but it is considered a deviant sect by the mainstream Sunni Muslims in Indonesia. There has been persecution and violence towards this minority. The violence towards the Ahmadiyya increased most notably after the issuance of a joint ministerial decree in 2008, which limits the activities and proselytization of the Ahmadiyya. Interestingly, although affected by the national and regional discourse on the Ahmadiyya, the Ahmadiyya community in Malang, East Java, still lives peacefully with other faith communities. By employing qualitative content analysis, the present study examines the dynamics of the Ahmadiyya as a religious minority in the context of a plural society in Malang, East Java. More specifically, it investigates two main research problems, namely the Ahmadiyya community’s agency in response to the limitation of their activities and the socio-political and socio-religious factors relatively supporting peaceful life of the Ahmadiyya community. This study reveals a distinct picture that stays in contrast to the majority of Ahmadiyya communities in Indonesia, which is often associated with discrimination and persecution.

The Urgency of Financial Literacy in Hajj Funds Management for Indonesian Muslims

It was not widely known by the public that the cost of performing the hajj exceeded the predetermined Cost of the Hajj Travel (Biaya Perjalanan Ibadah Haji/BIPIH) set by the government. Although the government plays a role in subsidizing the cost of pilgrimage organizing (Biaya Penyelenggaraan Ibadah Haji/BPIH), the actual calculation is never shared with the public, leaving many in the dark. Indonesian Muslims must be educated about the importance of financial literacy. This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Hajj, shedding light on the Muslim perspective in Indonesia regarding Hajj and its management. This comprehension will empower the community to approach matters with reason and facilitate their involvement in monitoring the management of Hajj funds. The concept of Hajj's financial literacy aims to address the communication gap in managing Hajj funds. The proposed solution is continuous education and stimulation actions that functioned in fostering a sense of novelty and raising public trust in the community. The Ministry of Religion, the Ministry of Education, and community-accessible institutions such as the police (e.g., Babinsa) and Indonesian National Army (Tentara Nasional Indonesia/TNI), as well as religious leaders, mass organizations, and other members of society, should work together to shift society's mindset.

Nyeruan: Traditional Medicine of the Sasak Tribe in the Perspective of Islam, Medicine and Legislation in Indonesia

This research aims to understand the history of the emergence of the traditional nyeruan healing tradition, how the treatment procession is carried out, how this treatment is in the view of Islam and modern health science. This research lasted for six months using qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach. Determining informants in this study used snowball sampling. The data collection techniques use participant-observation techniques, interviews, documentation, and also triangulation. Data analysis in this research uses the Social Construction theory of Peter L. Berger and Tomas Luckman, and Herbert Blumer's Symbolic Intractionism theory. Based on the research results, it shows that the traditional healing tradition of nyeruan does not violate the laws and regulations in Indonesia, so the practice is still being preserved, especially among the Sasak community

Kyai Husein Muhammad’s Perspective on Gender Equality in Efforts to Reconstruct Indonesian Women’s Role in the 20th Century

The discourse on women is synonymous with discussions of oppression, violence, discrimination, subordination, and the patriarchal domination over women’s existence. Women seem to lack the space and time to voice their rights like men. Over time, the discourse on gender equality has been advocated by several figures who are aware of the injustices women have experienced. The fate of women in various countries is almost similar, and the women in Indonesia at the beginning of the 20th century also experienced similar challenges. The women’s movement began to emerge, although it was not yet widespread. Towards the end of the 20th century, a prominent Indonesian Muslim feminist figure, Kyai Husein Muhammad, emerged, striving to defend women’s legitimate rights in the public sphere. This research adopts a qualitative descriptive historical approach, using historical research methodology including heuristics, verification, interpretation, and historiography. Based on the findings of this research, it can be concluded thatthe general contestation of women’s role in Indonesia at the beginning of the 20th century revealed that many women did not receive their rights on par with men. The women’s movement existed but was still limited. In the mid-20th century, the women’s movement grew, though not yet comprehensive. Towards the end of the 20th century, Indonesian women made significant progress and succeeded in obtaining public space to voice their rights. Kyai Husein became a phenomenal figure thanks to his contributions in advocating for women’s rights, earning him the title of a feminist Kyai. He held the perspective that men and women are equally human. Women are the mothers of humanity, entitled to possess all their human potential in capacities relatively equal to men

Urgency of Fatwa on Domestic Psychological Violence in Indonesia as an Effort to Protect Women's Rights

One that requires a fatwa is domestic psychical violence, which has different interpretations in the two legal systems. The purpose of this study is to analyze the urgency of forming a fatwa regarding psychical violence so that it has clarity on norms that must be guided for Indonesian Muslims This research is juridical-normative research with a conceptual and comparative approach. The results show that the urgency of forming fatwa regarding domestic psychical violence is related to 1. harmonisation between positive law and Islamic law regarding the concept of psychical violence; 2. fatwas have social power and can provide legitimacy and serve as the juridical basis for law enforcement; and 3. In terms of the fatwa of psychical violence as a source of material law, fatwa can be used as a source of material law in constructing a law. Fatwas can provide a solid basis for policymakers and legislators in drafting more formal regulations. This research can be used as discourse material regarding the importance of fatwa on psychical violence in the household. Research can be done by sharpening the differences in interpretation between Islamic law, positive law and customary law.

Research University Program Development in Indonesian Islamic Higher Education: Strategic Management Perspective

This article aims to emphasise the contestation of higher education that was increasingly competitive, and even tending to be high disrupted competition in Indonesia by the lack of creativity in managing institutional strategies as well as in research culture. <em>This qualitative research used in-depth interview, observation and documentation supported by the interactive analytical approach which consists of condensing data, presenting data and drawing conclusions with involving 7 informants from institutional leaders, lecturers and students. This study confirmed that UII Yogyakarta with its well-managed research program strategic management design, is increasingly able to deliver quality and competitive Islamic university with distinctive institutional excellences, both at the national and international levels, such as: the development of a creative economy industry based on entrepreneurship that is globally competitive; virtual environment development for education, government, and on so on. Therefore, UII Yogyakarta has higher competitiveness at the global level which can be an good example of quality research development for Indonesian Islamic higher education.</em>

Translation and Semantic Shift of Islamic Vocabulary in English Abstracts: A Corpus-Based Study at an Indonesian Islamic University

Incorporating Nation’s vocabulary classification, this study investigates the translation and semantic shifts of Islam-related vocabulary in the abstracts of undergraduate and postgraduate theses. A corpus of 810 English and Bahasa Indonesia abstracts, sampled from a total of 1,928, was analyzed using Antwordprofiler and Antconc software. Findings indicate that translation strategies employed include phonetic alteration, pure borrowing, and one-to-one translation. Specifically, loanwords of Arabic origin were predominantly translated using pure borrowing, with some phonetic and/or orthographic modification in both Bahasa Indonesia and English. The translated vocabulary primarily consisted of Arabic-origin words with Bahasa Indonesia orthographic adaptations rather than their original Arabic forms. Additionally, semantic shifts were observed in the adoption of Islam-related Arabic vocabulary into Bahasa Indonesia. This is attributed to 1) the introduction of Quranic meanings, often differing from the common understanding of Arabic words at the time of the Quran’s revelation, and 2) modifications to accommodate the traditions of Indonesian local Muslim communities. The implications of this study highlight the need for translators to be aware of the cultural and religious contexts that influence semantic shifts. Moreover, this research underscores the importance of understanding the dynamic nature of language in the context of religious texts, which can lead to more accurate and culturally sensitive translations.

Drawing Shape Using The Demonstration Method At Nurul Islam Indonesia SMP School, Medan City

This research was motivated by the difficulties of class VIII-1 students at Nurul Islam Indonesia Middle School in making shading gradations when learning to draw shapes. Previously, 45% of students reached KKM and 55% did not. The main cause is the use of the lecture method and the lack of direction given by the teacher. This causes a lack of students interest in learning to draw shapes. The objectives of this research are 1) to determine the application of the demonstration method to the process of drawing cylindrical shapes using the black and white shading technique for class VIII students at SMP Nurul Islam Indonesia, 2) to improve the learning outcomes of 8th grade students in cylindrical drawing lessons at Nurul Islam Indonesia Middle School, Medan City. The method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK) in two cycles, each consisting of one meeting. The research results showed an increase in student interest from 81%, in cycle I to 100% in cycle II. Student learning outcomes increased from 54% (12 students) in cycle I to 77% (17 students) in cycle II. Thus the demonstration method has been shown to increase students’ interest and learning outcomes in drawing cylindrical shapes.

Gambaran Performa Instruktur Clinical Skill lab pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Fakultas Kedokteran UMI

Skill labs are an important means for students to practice clinical skills, prepare them to achieve competency standards during their undergraduate education, and prepare themselves before entering professional education. Skill lab involves practicing communication skills, physical examination, as well as medical actions and invasive procedures. This study aims to determine the performance of clinical Skill lab instructors during the Covid-19 pandemic at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muslim Indonesia (UMI), Class of 2019. Using a cross-sectional design, all respondents filled out a questionnaire through the Google Form application. Of the 155 respondents, 96.1% rated the instructor's teaching skills as good and very good, 92.9% rated the instructor's interpersonal and communication skills as good, and 92.9% rated the clinical skills training conditions or strategies at FK UMI as good. In general, the performance of clinical Skill lab instructors during the Covid-19 pandemic at FK UMI Class of 2019 is considered good based on student perceptions.

IMPACT OF TRANSPARENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND MANAGEMENT QUALITY ON MUZAKKI INTEREST

There is a gap between the expected outcome and the implementation of zakat, although Muslims in Indonesia have great potential to donate zakat. This study aims to examine the impact of transparency, accountability, and quality of zakat management on the interests of Muzaki. This study relied on primary data collected through questionnaires on the entire Muzaki population of 5,803 people. A sample of 140 Muzakis was selected using the non-probability sampling method. Research shows that transparency, accountability, and quality of management at BAZNAS influence the increase in interest in Muzaki. Partial accountability has a positive effect on Muzaki interest, and transparency, and management quality have a significant negative impact. Transparency is the connecting variable between accountability and management quality, emphasizing the considerable influence on the interests of Muzaki.

RELIGIOUS MODERATION UNVEILED: The Intersection of Textual and Contextual Approaches to Understanding Indonesian Muslims

<p class="AbstractText">This article examines the concept of religious moderation using an intersectional approach to illustrate the disparity in its interpretation between state policies and societal practice. Prior literature has explored religious moderation from doctrinal and security viewpoints. This study proposes a new perspective to enhance the understanding of religious moderation in the Indonesian context by presenting its interpretation through two distinct lenses. First, it examines the concept of religious moderation within the context of daily interactions among religious communities. Second, this article criticizes the state's intervention in religious moderation campaigns. This article argues that religious moderation is inherently intricate, a complexity that finds resonance in the stance adopted by the state and everyday civil practice. The contention here is that the multifaceted nature of religious moderation is not confined to theoretical discourse; it reverberates through the policies enacted by the state and is interwoven with the actions and routines of individuals within the society.</p>

Insights into Herding Behavior in Indonesian Islamic Banks

Objective—This study investigates the phenomenon of herding behavior among investors in Indonesia's Shariah banks. In this situation, market participants tend to follow prevailing market trends without engaging in comprehensive fundamental analysis. Methodology/Technique – Specifically, the research examines the influence of investors' religious understanding as a mediating variable on their decision-making processes within the Shariah financial sector. Notably, the study addresses whether investors are more inclined to mimic market movements or rely on independent analysis when investing in Sharia-compliant banks. It is commonly observed that rumors can precipitate rash trading decisions among investors, leading to the buying or selling of shares even in the absence of substantial changes in asset fundamentals (Bommel, 2003). Findings – Employing a quantitative approach, this study utilizes path analysis to explore the impact of religious understanding on herding behavior. Although prior research has extensively investigated herding behavior, the introduction of religious understanding as a mediating variable offers a new dimension to assess the correlation between religiosity and market behavior. This aspect has not been widely examined in previous segmentations. The sample comprises data from 15 Islamic Banks in Indonesia, analyzed using associative data analysis techniques with AMOS software. Findings indicate significant positive relationships between stock returns and herding behavior, trading volume and herding behavior, and the level of Islamic understanding and herding behavior in these banks. Novelty – However, these relationships do not hold when Islamic understanding is applied as a mediating variable. This suggests that the level of religious understanding acts as a direct influencer rather than a mediator in herding behavior among investors in Indonesian Islamic banks. Type of Paper: Empirical JEL Classification: G41, D81, C58. Keywords: Herding behavior, Stock returns, Trading volume, Level of Understanding of Islam Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Kamaludin; Usman, B; Susanti, W. (2024). Insights into Herding Behavior in Indonesian Islamic Banks, J. Fin. Bank. Review, 9(1), 27 – 37. https://doi.org/10.35609/jfbr.2024.9.1(1)

Developing a Conceptual Model for Da‘wah Literacy Index (DLI)

Da‘wah illiteracy has been the primary cause of the common practice of Islam in Indonesia. However, this issue needs to be addressed in academic works and the measurement of da'wah literacy. Therefore, this research aims to develop a model of the da'wah literacy index. This study employs qualitative content analysis approaches and focuses on group discussion to create a quantitative model. Furthermore, a quantitative method of Pearson and Cronbach Alfa is used to test the validity and reliability of the model. The developed measurement consists of 2 dimensions with ten variables and is measured by 39 indicators. The model validity test shows a p-value of less than 0.05, and the reliability test is more significant than 0.60. Thus, it indicates that the model is significantly valid and reliable. This research is theoretically important in the literature on Islamic studies, notably for understanding the measurement of da'wah literacy in Muslim society.

The Hyperreality of Identity Politics on Social Media

Religious-based identity political content is widespread on social media, raising voter polarization and social conflict. This research revealed the religious commodification of political buzzers for political identity and the hyperreality created on social media to attack their political opponents with identity politics. It used a qualitative commodification perspective by Jean Baudrillard. The data source was identity political content produced by buzzers from 03 October 2022 to 03 May 2023 or since the NasDem Party declared Anies Baswedan a presidential candidate. The results suggested that political buzzers coordinatedly use religion as a political commodity to build hatred through the Kadrun hashtag. In the 2019 elections, this hashtag successfully created a radical stigma among groups supporting Prabowo-Sandi and is now used to attack Anies supporters. Besides, the hyperreality created by the buzzers is the symbolization of Arab Islam to label Anies and his supporters, and indigenous Islam to describe cultural Islamic groups or native Indonesian Islam. Through social media, Arab Islam is simulated as a group full of conflict and supporting the caliphate while indigenous Islam is a peace-loving and nationalist group, which leads to widespread social disintegration, not only among Muslims in the country but also sentiment among Arab descendants in Indonesia. The impact of extreme identity politics can encourage radicalization and violence, especially when there are narratives that manipulate feelings of injustice or threats to the identity of certain groups.

Pengaruh Perdagangan Maritim terhadap Penyebaran Islam di Indonesia pada Abad ke-15 M hingga ke-17 M

The spread of Islam in Indonesia is a complex and diverse phenomenon, influenced by various historical, social, and economic factors. One factor that has an important role in the spread of Islam in Indonesia is maritime trade. This research aims to explore the influence of maritime trade on the spread of Islam in Indonesia. Through a historical approach and historical data analysis, this research explores maritime trade routes which were the main means of spreading Islam in Indonesia in the past. By paying attention to economic, social, and cultural factors related to maritime trade, this research discusses how trade via maritime routes has facilitated cultural and ideological exchanges, including the Islamic religion, in the Indonesian archipelago. The findings of this research reveal significant insights into how maritime trade facilitated the spread of Islam, highlighting specific trade routes and interactions that were crucial in this process, thus providing a deeper understanding of the relationship between maritime trade and the spread of Islam, as well as its relevance in the context of Indonesian history and social development.

Kajian Aspek-Aspek Pesantren Tahfidz Khusus Putri di Kabupaten Deli Serdang Dengan Pendekatan Arsitektur Islam

Education plays an important role in the progress of a nation, the high number of Islamic communities in Indonesia, including in Deli Serdang Regency, can be ensured that Muslims in Indonesia have an important role in the progress of a nation. Professor Toshiko Kinosita stated that Indonesia's human resources are still very weak to support industrial and economic development, the reason is because the government has never placed education as the most important priority, there are still various education problems that have not been resolved, such as limited education funds. , shortage of teaching materials, low number of skilled teaching staff, and inadequate facilities. To advance the nation's education, development is needed both in terms of physical and learning methods. Therefore, one effective solution is to build a Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School based on General Education. The development of science requires society to choose between focusing on knowledge in the field of religion or academics in general. Often people dream of mastering balanced knowledge, but many schools only focus education on one scientific field and reduce the quota in other fields so that knowledge becomes unbalanced. Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School is designed to provide knowledge and comfort in the learning process, equipped with adequate facilities and infrastructure as well as a more aesthetic building shape. This research aims to analyze the challenges and obstacles in developing the Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School based on General Education, and develop an inclusive and friendly solution environment. The focus is on meeting the needs of varying user abilities, while ensuring good accessibility and sustainability. In the design, building design innovations are also proposed to achieve this goal, taking into account aesthetics and Islamic values ​​in accordance with the function of the building. The methods used include mixed qualitative methods with observation, comparative studies, case studies, interviews and document analysis. The building which applies Islamic architectural concepts in the design of the Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School will also consider Islamic aesthetics and values ​​in its application.

Al-Attas, Islamization and Pancasila: The Impact of Attasian Thought on Political Islam in Indonesia

This article tracks the influence of specific ideas of the Malaysian Muslim philosopher Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas on Indonesian Islamic political thought. The primary focus of the article is to outline the impact that the adoption of specific concepts from Al-Attas have had on the trajectory of Indonesian Islamic thought and Islamist politics. In particular, it focuses on how the concepts of Islamization and de-Islamization of language has helped bring about a new discourse on the relationship between Islam, Pancasila, and the state. This discourse has been led by a number of Indonesian Islamic political thinkers who studied the thought of Al-Attas in Malaysia and who have subsequently returned to Indonesia, hybridising and spreading these new ideas, exerting a great deal of influence on the Islamist movement in Indonesia.

Islamic Social Financing of The National Zakat Amil Agency Program for Support Ensures the Availability and Sustainable Management of Water and Sanitation for All (Case Study of Islamic Boarding Schools Riyadul Awamil Indonesia)

Islamic Social Financing of The National Zakat Amil Agency Program for Support Ensures the Availability and Sustainable Management of Water and Sanitation for All (Case Study of Islamic Boarding Schools Riyadul Awamil Indonesia)