Islam Nusantara Research Articles

Islam Nusantara Sebagai Identitas Keberagamaan di Indonesia: Telaah Terhadap Nilai Pokok Ajaran Perspektif Hadist

This article discusses the relevance of Islam Nusantara with hadith. As is well known, Islam Nusantara has long been discussed by both academics and the general public. Its presence reaps the pros and cons. Some consider it different from the basic values ​​of Islamic teachings. There are also those who say that Islam Nusantara has a connection with socio-cultural processes, the acculturation of the entry of Islam and archipelago culture. This article was written to analyze the values ​​that exist in the concept of Islam Nusantara according to the perspective of the Prophet's hadith. The method used is a qualitative method by utilizing documentation instruments in the form of books, scientific papers, and so on. The data is taken from written literature on Islam Nusantara and is also relevant. Before being linked to the hadith, an explanation of Islam Nusantara was first put forward in the view of leading Islamic figures in Indonesia. This research gives the result that Nusantara Islam has values ​​that are relevant to the traditions of the Prophet such as tolerance, ukhuwwah Islamiyyah, mutual strengthening, and mutual love for one another. These values ​​have been mentioned in the main books of hadith such as the books of Ṣaḥiḥ Bukhārī, Musnad Aḥmad and Sunan Abū Dāwud.

Islam Nusantara in Global Challenges

Nusantara Islam has been transformed into a concept of renewal in Islam. Islamic concept: moderate, peaceful, tolerant framed by democracy and human rights, become a necessity in the life of the nation, state, and world. The characteristics of Indonesian Islam face many challenges amid increasingly complex problems in the world. This study seeks to explain the extent of the power and position of Indonesian Muslims to resolve global issues through Islam Nusantara. Moreover, Islam Nusantara and various historical dynamics and contemporary contexts are increasingly getting attention and becoming the focus of study from the international community. Thus, the Indonesian nation hopes to emerge as an Islamic leader of international repute to achieve the icon of the face of Islamic civilization so that Muslims can imitate it generally. In addition, this opportunity is considerable momentum because the Arabs are currently facing severe challenges with increasingly massive extremism and terrorism. The conclusion is that Islam Nusantara has strong bargaining power in overcoming various problems the Muslim community faces globally.

Significance of Islam Nusantara Values in an Indonesian Multicultural Society

Indonesian society is plural, consisting of various cultures, religions, beliefs, and ethinicities. All these differences can trigger fanaticism, causing tension and conflict in society. This paper uses the literature method to describe the values contained in Islam Nusantara (Indonesian model of Islam). The results of the literature review show that Islam Nusantara values can act as an alternative and mediator when there is a conflict of differences, since it prioritize a high appreciation of plurality as a social reality. Islam Nusantara can drive social ethics to foster tolerance and social solidarity in a multicultural society like Indonesia.

Acehnese Dayah Ulama's Response to the Use of 'Urf in Istinbath of Fiqh Law from Islam Nusantara

This study aims to find the reaction or response of Acehnese dayah scholars (ulama) to the use of ‘urf in istinbath of Fiqh Law from Islam Nusantara. This study departs from the fact that Islam is a religion of rahmatan lil’alamin as a universal religion, and the development of society in Indonesia has a growing variety of cultures, thus requiring a special fiqh methodology in adapting culture to religion. This research is a field research with a descriptive qualitative research type. Data collection techniques using documentation, observation and interview techniques. The interviewees came from several dayah clerics who are members of several Islamic organizations such as the NU organization, the MPU organization, the HUDA organization, and the Tastafi Aceh organization. The results of the study show that the response of Islamic religious scholars in Aceh to the use of ‘urf in istinbath fiqh law of Islam Nusantara, some accepted and some refused. Those who refused reasoned that the use of ‘urf fashid is not in accordance with the Shari'a and leads to shirk as is customary of peulheuh alen, rabu abeh in Acehnese society. While the use of ‘urf shahih, Islamic religious scholars in Aceh accept it because it does not conflict with the Shari'a like khanduri blang because it is included in the generality of the argument for charity. Thus, it can be concluded that the istinbath method of Islam Nusantara fiqh law can be accepted and has its legality according to Acehnese Islamic scholars when using ‘urf shahih. The findings of this study contribute to the fact that customary practices need to be preserved if they do not conflict with Shari'a.

Arabic Language Learning Approach Using Smart Technology in Higher Education

This research aimed to analyze the implementation framework of smart technology in learning Arabic at the Nusantara Islamic University of Bandung. Researchers adopted a mix-method, namely quantitative and qualitative. Quantitative data was obtained from distributing questionnaires from the application of the smart technology used, and qualitative data were obtained from interviews with students studying the Arabic language and literature at the Nusantara Islamic University of Bandung. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively, namely calculating the percentage of technology use. The results of this study indicate that the use of technology uses smart technology as a teaching and learning tool. The use of smart technology makes learning easier, more interactive, and more effective. Other technologies are used such as social media, and language laboratories with different hardware and software facilities that support learning Arabic. The use of smart technology is overshadowed by positive and negative impacts that must be the main concern of all users.

The debate on philosophical sufism: Dynamics and dialectics in Aceh

This research aims to explain the philosophy of tasawuf Hamzah Fansri in Nusantara Islam. The textual research method was employed to interpret the contents in the manuscripts of tasawuf falsafi in Aceh, especially regarding tasawuf falsafi, which Hamzah Fansūrī developed. The study findings confirm that Hamza Fansūrī's philosophical tasawuf thought is "symbolic-comtemplative" and attempts to locate the exploration of the symbols that are highlighted as the essence and substance of the teachings of philosophical tasawuf. There is a misunderstanding about philosophical Sufism, especially by other parties who try to observe and assess the substance of the teachings of philosophical Sufism, which is a natural thing. Criticism of Hamzah Fansurī's philosophical tasawuf thoughts, especially those made by Nūr al-Dīn al-Ranīrī, is commonplace and reasonable in the scientific realm of Islam. However, the accusation of slander and the opinion that Hamzah Fansurī has gone astray and deviated from Islamic principles is something common sense cannot accept. Hamzah Fansurī's thoughts related to Wujudiyah's views are widespread and have not only developed in Aceh. The originality of this study is that it confirms that philosophical Sufism has a symbolic and implicit aspect and characteristics that are difficult to understand. Therefore, if one is trapped in a narrow understanding of symbols, then philosophical Sufism is only a "skin" which is different from the substance or "content" inside.

ISLAM NUSANTARA: AMBIGUITY, CULTURAL STRATEGY OR ORIGINALITY

Islam Nusantara is a new term in Indonesia. The opposing group views it as a form of Islamic division, and the pro group considers it a strategy for Islamic da'wah with a slogan of moderation and a cultural approach. Islam Nusantara is defined as Islam that is friendly, inclusive, dynamic, and friendly with a diverse cultural, sub-cultural and religious environment. From this meaning, the question arises from this ambiguity: "does the Islam brought by the Prophet not have the characteristics mentioned above, so it needs a discourse on Islam Nusantara? Or did it just happen because of the problem of syncretism and local cultural infiltration? It is a fundamental question that needs to be cleared. This study uses a social and historical approach to analyze the origin, meaning, and purpose of Islam Nusantara from the perspective of Indonesian society. Islam Nusantara is not a new issue. The identity of Islam has been popular since Islamization. The researcher concludes that the terminology of Nusantara Islam has political and theological content. That is the discourse of certain Islamic rulers and organizations dealing with the current epidemic of radicalism and extremism in religion. Originality is the primordial value of Islam that is not bound by time and place; inclusive, dynamic, and moderate. At the same time, the cultural strategy is a dialogue effort between Islam and time and place. Islam Nusantara needed to develop and change according to the demands of the times.

Efforts to Improve Student's Comprehension of SMK Bakti Islam Nusantara people Communication old which not Effectivecan Affect Achildren's Mental

This modern era most child teenager more comfortable for hid the problem alonethan have to tell the problem with his parents. Study this motivated by lack of communication among children and parents in Indonesia who can impact on the occurrence obstacle mental development of the child. Phenomenon the is effect from the advancement of mass media and the lack of attention between parents to his son. Many parents feel he knows very well her son even though they not enough know him because no the opening among children and parents. Responding to thing the need wish conducted study to use knowing factor blocker parent communication to child. Teenager is a critical time because faced with various duty development which is transition going to adult, Importance role of parents in development potency child can started since child still age early. Study this aim for knowing how far is the relationship among effectiveness parent communication to intrapersonal personality of children who have happen.

ISLAMIC GENETICS IN INDONESIA: Tracking the Hindu-Islamic Dialogue Concerning the Growth and Development of Javanese Islam

This article examines the genetics of Islam in Indonesia, namely Javanese Islam. Through the lens of cross-cultural theology, this research aims to observe the dialogue and interaction between Hindu tradition and culture and Islamic religious practices and behaviors. Employing anthropological and sociological approach with an intensive library research method, this research found out that the style and behavior of Javanese Islam have resulted from the dialogue, interaction, negotiation, and synergy with Hindu (local) culture and traditions. The result also shows that Islam can harmonize and synergize its teachings with the local culture while maintaining its values or doctrines. Hence, Javanese Islam is better called Local Islam or Islam Nusantara rather than Syncretic Islam.

ISLAMIC GENETICS IN INDONESIA: Tracking the Hindu-Islamic Dialogue Concerning the Growth and Development of Javanese Islam

This article examines the genetics of Islam in Indonesia, namely Javanese Islam. Through the lens of cross-cultural theology, this research aims to observe the dialogue and interaction between Hindu tradition and culture and Islamic religious practices and behaviors. Employing anthropological and sociological approach with an intensive library research method, this research found out that the style and behavior of Javanese Islam have resulted from the dialogue, interaction, negotiation, and synergy with Hindu (local) culture and traditions. The result also shows that Islam can harmonize and synergize its teachings with the local culture while maintaining its values or doctrines. Hence, Javanese Islam is better called Local Islam or Islam Nusantara rather than Syncretic Islam.

Light In The Dark Azyumardi Azra's Cotribution In Framing Novelty of Nusantara Islam

Azyumardi Azra significantly contributed to re-framing the Indonesian situation during his lifetime as a scholar. This article works on the literature review of the works of Azra. It aims to perform an analytical article that helps people comprehend that social reality lives in certain identity politics. Azra proposed to look at reality from the "Optimistic Perspective” that has become a distinguished perspective in looking at the present situation of Indonesian Islam. Using the social framing theory by Erving Goffman, this article contributes to performing the social life from a new perspective. In the Catholic perspective of interreligious dialogue, the work of Azyumardi Azra is in line with the contemporary efforts of Pope Francis. As an institution, a religion derives into a certain situation that emerges the complexity of its adherents’ way of thinking, however, certain influential figures build new social frameworks that enable people to have a distinctive way from the directed situation.

Critical Discourse Analysis on Islam Nusantara in Indonesia's Foreign Policy

The concept of Islam Nusantara is a concept and perspective of Islam that Nahdlatul Ulama promoted at the NU Congress in 2015. It is used to mention the indigenization of Islamic practice in Indonesia, often contrasted with Arabization. The discourse of Islam Nusantara which is developing well among the government, Islamic organizations, and the community is aging several pros and cons for Indonesia's domestic politics. Furthermore, Islam Nusantara is also often used as the trademark of Indonesia's foreign policy with countries in the Middle East. This study tries to explain how Islam Nusantara Islam as a discourse has been applied in Indonesia's foreign policy towards countries in the Middle East. The study primarily relies on a critical discourse analysis method.

Tradisi Silaturrahmi di Kalangan Nahdiyyin Dalam Persepektif Al-quran dan Al-hadist

NU As an organization that is the embodiment of traditional values ​​that have developed in society, in the historical process the Nahdliyin have succeeded in forming their own knowledge system, which is an accumulation of knowledge systems that have developed in the archipelago. Therefore the NU tradition is the Nusantara tradition and NU Islam is Nusantara Islam, both of which are an inseparable unit, starting from tradition, custom, with all its heresies and superstitions. The scientific tradition of the Archipelago has been eroded in such a way by the Western knowledge system that came with the presence of colonialism, which from the beginning was persistent in studying tradition to master the spirit of that tradition, and then used it as a weapon to conquer the holders of the tradition. Various prodonances and systems were applied to wrap up the freedom of this nation, not only in the political and economic fields, but also shackled from the point of view of thought and science. They have defined language politics, spelling politics and transliteration politics are also implemented. One form of this tradition is silaturrahmi. There is a culture of friendship with relatives, both far and close, both those who are closely related to those who are far away, we visit, we visit their homes, they will connect with their feelings so that. As well as fostering feelings that touch each other. In the word of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala, we have guests, we must respect our guests so that we are among those who believe in the Last Day, those who believe in the Last Day, of course, will do good to anyone because that is a threat. To maintain brotherhood. People who believe in the Last Day will collect and organize social actions with relatives and neighbors of guests that we need to respect when their children are guests of Allah that we need to respect and we should maintain the values ​​of the religious teachings that we carry out during silaturrahim. Even in history Rasulullah saw when he had you Musailamah Al kadzab Rasulullah shallallahu'alaihi wasallam accompanied the group to his vehicle which was at a place some distance from Rasulullah's House. As well as giving memories or souvenirs to them. With the Messenger of Allah escorting his guests to their place to part with his guests as well as Rasulullah giving souvenirs to the guests who were present at the Prophet's house. We, as the people of the Prophet Muhammad Alaihissalam, we also respect guests the same as our uswah. The will to respect guests as well as the example of the Prophet sallallaahu alaihi wasallam, even the bad people and the Messenger of Allah are respected even though from the side of those who do not believe in the teachings of Islam and even distort the teachings of Islam, the Prophet still respects and builds social well.

Nahdlatul Ulama in Indonesia, a New Era with the "New Gus Dur”

Islam spread throughout the “Nusantara”, one of which was through the missionary work of Wali Songo and other clerics, who accepted, inserted and integrated Islamic teachings with the original pre-existing culture which was then known as “Islam Nusantara” which was characterized by moderation, justice, progress, middle ground and harmony. Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) can be classify as the largest Islamic organization worldwide, with around 121 million members. NU upholds Pancasila and the unity of diversity, namely religious and cultural pluralism. This is the line of indigenization and Indonesianization of Islam that was propagated by Gus Dur. Gus Yahya's new leadership acknowledged as able to absorb Gus Dur's ideology of tolerance, openness, the middle way, gradualism, pluralism, humanity, and the flexible application of Islamic law (fiqh). Gus Yahya was also able to take charge of Abdurrahman's controversial visit to Israel and has toured to promote dialogue between the two sides. Israelis and Palestinians, believe that “reconciliation and coexistence between them” is one of the keys to peace. That is the reason why Gus Yahya is called as the reincarnation of Gus Dur. The new leadership aims to strengthen NU's vitality and independence as an organization. Improving management capabilities and improving the standard of living of the NU support base, namely farmers and fishermen, as well as increasing the micro, small and medium enterprises, trade, and industry. All NU members are expected to act as social reform promoters (agents of change). The composition of the new leadership proofed as fully rich in diversity, including the appointment of women leaders, local activists, young intellectuals, influential Habib (descendants of the Prophet Muhammad), and Chinese Muslims. In particular, the inclusion of 11 women in the central leadership was a milestone for NU.

Moderasi Beragama Dalam Pendidikan Persfektif Nahdlatul Ulama

Indonesia is a country with a population of various nationalities, languages, cultures and religions. The diversity of the Indonesian nation is enshrined in the motto Bhinek Tunggal Ika, which has different meanings, but is still one. When one does not understand, is not aware of, and does not want to understand the existence of diversity, there will be tension or radical action. it is in this context that the idea of religious moderation becomes important. One of the activities of NU in the field of education is learning and daily practice in real life. This practice should be aimed at students.
 This study is qualitative and fact-based and discusses religious moderation in education. The research method used is the study of literature. This study aims to determine the significance of religious moderation in NU's perspective education. Thus, this study attempts to explore and find things related to religious moderation in education.
 Diversity is the destiny of the Creator. Diversity will be a gift if we can manage it and use it properly, otherwise diversity will be a disaster if we cannot manage it. The main way to manage diversity is to know and understand each other. Religious moderation is very important to prevent extreme views leading to radical action, terrorism, and so on. Nahdalatul Ulama, as one of the largest organizations in Indonesia, is not silent about the emergence of these various ideologies and movements. To overcome the problem of radicalism, Nahdlatul Ulama put forward an idea, namely Islam Nusantara.
 The results of this study show that Nahdlatul Ulama is highly supportive of the idea of religious moderation or Islamic wasatiyah. Religious moderation is the key to creating tolerance and harmony. Islam calls upon its people to be tawazun (balance), tasamukh (tolerance), i'tal (straight and firm). These three characteristics are part of the religious moderation that must be instilled in students so that students will have moderate characteristics in the life of the nation and state. This study concludes that radicalism can be eradicated through education.
 
 Key words: religious moderation, education, Nahdlatul Ulama

The Arabic Learning Style at the State Islamic Universities during the COVID-19 Period (Study of Four State Islamic Universities in Indonesia)

This paper aims to study the Arabic learning style in Indonesia in four state Islamic universities of UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, IAIN Jember, IAIN Kendari, and UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta because UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta represents Contemporary Arabic Studies , UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang represents Arabic Language Studies based on the Tree of Science , UIN Khas Jember as a newcomer to Arabic Studies represents the Springs of Science and Islam Nusantara , and IAIN Kendari implements a similar concept with UIN Khas Jember. This study applied a content analysis approach to explaining the concept of Arabic learning styles between two States of Islamic Universities and two States of Islamic institutions. Some results of this study are as follows. First, the Arabic learning style at UIN Malang or Maulana Malik Ibrahim is based on The Tree of Science, while UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta is based on Scientific Spiderwebs . Second, UIN Khas Jember and IAIN Kendari continue studying the issue of Arabic in the Indonesian national context. Third, the four state Islamic universities generally have the same methods of learning Arabic in Indonesia and use online media as an online learning tool during COVID-19. The four Islamic universities during the COVID-19 pandemic implemented online and offline lessons in Arabic learning. Keywords: Arabic learning style, Islamic universities, Indonesia, COVID-19. https://doi.org/10.55463/issn.1674-2974.50.2.5

Konservatisme vs. Moderatisme: Kontestasi Pemikiran Keagamaan Kontemporer di Kalangan Ormas Islam Lokal di Madura, Indonesia

This article discusses the notions of conservatism and religious moderatism through case studies of two contemporary Islamic organizations in Madura, Indonesia, namely Forum Kiai Muda Madura (FKM) and the Gerakan Santri-Pelajar Rahmatan Lil'alamin (GESPER) in Madura, Indonesia. These two mass organizations are part of the contemporary religious reality that significantly influences the religious dynamics of the Madurese community in Indonesia. This article uses qualitative research methods and Michel Foucault's theory of power relations. This study finds three findings. First, FKM and GESPER are local Islamic organizations in Madura that were both born and driven by a pesantren community consisting of Kiai, Lora, and santri. Second, based on its understanding and thoughts, the Islamic mass organization FKM's conservative religious view tends to be textual and exclusive. This mass organization is filled by the pesantren community outside the organizational structure of Nahdhlatul Ulama (NU), but culturally identify as adherents of NU. Meanwhile, the Islamic mass organization GESPER is an Islamic group that puts forward the values of moderation and tends to be dynamic and inclusive. Included in this line are the Islamic boarding schools, which are active in the organizational structure of NU in Madura. Third, although both were born in Islamic boarding schools, the two are often involved in friction due to differences in addressing contemporary Islamic social issues. This friction includes socio-religious issues that are thought-provoking, such as the discourse of Islam Nusantara, and practical socio-religious issues that are related to political themes, both at local and national levels

Islam Nusantara: Advokasi Budaya dalam Upaya Keselarasan antara Keislaman dan Kebudayaan di Indonesia

Nusantara Islam is a concept of Islam that was born as a form of counter to transnational Islamic movement and Islamic radicalism. Transnational Islamic movements such as the Muslim Brotherhood, Hizbut Tahrir and so on are considered to make friendly, tolerant and moderate forms of Islam in Indonesia radical Islam. In addition, Nusantara Islam is triggered due to concerns about local culture that is increasingly aggravated with the current of globalization. With the value of Islam which is mercy li al-'a>lami>n should the concept of Islam Nusantara can be accepted by the whole of Islam. But this concept is not independent of the pros and cons. By using the theory of advocacy, this article is expected to be able to answer the reasons for Nusantara Islam as a form of advocation of culture, especially local culture in Indonesia.

Analysing the Potential of Pesantren as an Agent of Inter-Religious Harmony

This article attempts to look at great potential of pesantren as the oldest Islamic religious institution in Indonesia. This research analyzes the three primary assets owned by pesantren (human capital, social capital, and intellectual capital) to become agents of inter-religious harmony. It is based on field research conducted in two Islamic boarding schools with great attention to issues of inter-religious harmony, namely the Aswaja Nusantara Islamic Boarding School, Mlangi, Yogyakarta, managed by Kiai Muhammad Mustafid and the Roudhatus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School, Demak, managed by KH. Abdul Qodir, Lc. The primary data sources of this study were taken from interviews with the leaders and notes from Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with representatives of students. Based on the SWOT analysis of the collected data, this study concludes that Pesantren has excellent potential to become an agent of inter-religious harmony because of its social and intellectual capital and the diverse backgrounds of its students. However, this still requires pesantrens to conduct collaborative-comprehensive efforts to maximize their potential.

The Influence of Islam in Local Historiography in Jambi in the XVIII Century

Islam entered Nusantara several centuries ago. The arrival of Islam in Nusantara influenced religiosity, thought, and a system of government that adopted Islamic values. One of the areas in Nusantara that Islamization influenced was Jambi sultanate. The influence of the Islamization process can be seen in several writings or literary works in the form of laws, literary works, or other writings. Therefore, this research looks at these two values from a historical point of view and Islamic values. The historical point of view is seen from the point of view of writing, the soul of the era, and the records recorded in the text. In contrast, Islamic values are seen from several elements, such as the Arabic script and other factors absorbed in writing. This paper uses the historical method with a philological approach. This study's results indicate that several local works in the Jambi area have undergone changes in content or several other elements. This can be seen in Tanjung Tanah text and Jambi Charter's text. In both manuscripts, Islamic influences can be seen in Arabic letters, greetings, some ornaments, and the text's contents. Some of these elements replaced the dominant role of the Hindu-Buddhist features that had developed in the previous decades in Jambi. Still, some local elements or Hindu-Buddhist influences were not immediately removed from the text.