Religious Norms Research Articles

Introduction

Members of ISFNR Charms, Charming and Charmers working group has studied data from different eras and regions including texts, material objects such as amulets, religious norms and practices, and incantations. Different periods and regions have their own specific variations, intertextual transmissions, poetic and linguistic realisations, text types and motifs. The diversity of charm research is highlighted through published monographs, dissertations and articles. At the same time, databases have been developed in several countries, the creation of which stems from personal initiatives and the research needs of scholars with digital collections and databases being opened in Hungary, Latvia, Romania, Russia (Vepsian material), Belarus, and Estonia. Several novel techniques to assist in content analysis were used alongside quantitative research.

Unearthing Stigma About Prostitution Among Indonesian State Actors: A Critical Narrative Analysis

ABSTRACT Prostitution has long been stigmatized in socio-political discourse. The mounting empirical evidence shows that stigmatization is discursively attached to sex workers’ occupations. Although much prior research has addressed this phenomenon, little evidence reports to which extent prostitution practice is institutionally stigmatized from a developing state-and-social-sanctioned perspective in which this prostitution stigmatization is viewed as a fundamental cause of social inequality. This study examines to which extent the narratives embedded in policy documents, news articles, and ethnographic interview reports frame ideologies, assumptions, and biases that shape governmental responses to prostitution. Data from policy documents, news articles, and ethnographic interviews were analyzed with a critical narrative approach. Three emergent finding themes presented in this article include knowledge of religious norms shaping government policy and public opinions, the discourse of governmental power, and female sex workers as the main target of government policy. The implication of the present study is how governments and state and social actors mitigate the adverse effects of stigma and promote social justice and equality for sex workers in Indonesia and other developing countries.

ANALISIS RESEPSI KHALAYAK TERHADAP MAKNA BODY POSITIVITY PADA INSTAGRAM TARA BASRO

This study aims to see how the public understands and interprets the application of a body positivity carried out by Tara Basro on March 3, 2020 which is uploaded to her Instagram account. The reason researchers took this topic was because of the controversy that arose first, government agencies labeled it inappropriate. This study used a qualitative approach with Stuart Hall's reception analysis method and data analysis techniques in the form of in-depth interviews. The differences in the background of the informants' religious and cultural norms affect their acceptance. The results of this study, the informants interpreted body positivity of the body carried out by Tara Basro through her Instagram upload in the form of self-appreciation and giving her followers an understanding that everything that is owned by the body must be accepted as it is with gratitude.

Gender-Related Differences in the Performance of Request in the Algerian Classroom Discourse

Despite extensive research on requests, there remains a notable gap in understanding gender differences in Algerian classrooms. This study investigates how male and female students and teachers formulate requests during classroom interactions, using responses from a discourse completion task (DCT). The aim is to explore how gender influences choice of request strategies and variations in directness, considering social variables such as power dynamics, social distance, and the imposition level among participants. The study focuses on identifying similarities and differences in request behaviors between male and female interactions among Algerian students and teachers, as well as among students themselves. Data were collected through a Discourse Completion Task featuring three scenarios of classroom interactions, involving 115 male and female participants. The findings indicate that gender significantly influences the selection of request strategies and levels among Algerian students and teachers. Female students and teachers tended to employ more indirect request strategies compared to males, who typically favored direct approaches across all scenarios. Furthermore, the study reveals that the degree of directness varied for both genders based on socio-cultural factors such as power dynamics, social distance, imposition levels, and religious norms prevalent in Algerian society. The research highlights that students generally opt for conventional indirect strategies when making requests to teachers. In contrast, direct requests are more commonly used when individuals of equal social status interact or when the requester holds a higher status than the respondent. This study contributes new insights into the impact of gender and socio-cultural factors on request strategies and politeness in Algerian classroom discourse, enriching the field of cross-cultural pragmatics and classroom discourse studies.

Religiosity and Attitudes: A Study of Indonesian Islamic Primary School Students

The integration of religious learning significantly shapes students' educational experiences and character development. This study explores specific dimensions of religiosity in the attitudes of Islamic primary school students in Indonesia, focusing on awareness, initiative, and altruism. Using a qualitative design with a grounded theory approach, the research was conducted in 64 classes from grades 1 to 6, involving 1,920 students. Instruments included a guidebook of students' daily worship activities and teacher observations. Data were analyzed using NVivo 14 and Crosstab analysis. The findings reveal that students' external religiosity, influenced by their environment and personal motivation, leads to internal religiosity characterized by conscientiousness, initiative, and altruism. Conscientiousness reflects adherence to religious norms, initiative is shown through disciplined and pious actions, and altruism manifests in helping others based on religious teachings. The study concludes that the development of students' religiosity dimensions results from disciplined and continuous training supported by teachers and parents. The findings highlight the importance of ongoing attention and guidance in fostering altruistic attitudes. These insights have implications for educators, policymakers, and parents, emphasizing the need for comprehensive religious education that promotes ethical behavior and social responsibility. Future research should explore the long-term effects of religious education on moral and social development, its impact across diverse backgrounds, and the role of digital platforms in enhancing religious education.

Religiosity and Carbon Emissions: International Evidence

ABSTRACT Informal institutions can exert important effects on individual behavior, corporate decisions and social outcomes. Against the background in which global warming poses the critical menace to the world economy and human survival, this study draws on the role theory and adopts the OLS regression and IVREG model to examine the impact of religiosity (an informal institution) on carbon emissions at the country level. Our findings reveal that religiosity, proxied by the percentage of religious population within a country, is significantly negatively associated with carbon emissions, validating the important role of religious social norms in carbon emissions reduction. Moreover, the Kyoto Protocol attenuates the negative effect of religiosity on carbon emissions. Our study calls on policy makers and stakeholders to attach the importance to the impact of religiosity on environmental protection and the trade-off between economic development and carbon emissions reduction.

Responsibility of The Sidenreng Rappang Religious Court Class IB Based on Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʻah in Reducing The Rate of Marriage Dispensation

This research aims to evaluate the responsibility of Sidenreng Rappang Class IB Religious Court in reducing the number of marriage dispensations. The study employs a qualitative approach with a case study method, involving in-depth interviews with judges, court officials, as well as families and couples applying for marriage dispensation. The findings of the study are as follows: 1) From 2019 to 2023, there has been a significant shift in the number of marriage dispensation applications at Sidenreng Rappang Class IB Religious Court. This shift indicates a change in societal perspectives on marriage values and the challenges they face in meeting marriage requirements. 2) Factors such as changes in family structure, increased social mobility, and the evolution of religious and cultural norms may contribute to this trend. Additionally, difficulties in meeting marriage requirements can drive individuals to seek dispensation. 3) The responsibility of Sidenreng Rappang Class IB Religious Court is also critical in preventing child marriages. The court's role includes tightening the examination of administrative requirements, providing explanations, exploring the genuine intentions of the child, and considering the true benefits and harms of child marriage

IMPLEMENTATION OF CHARACTER EDUCATION MANAGEMENT MODEL IN TECHNOLOGY-ORIENTED LEARNING ERA

Character education in the world of education in the era of industry 4.0 and technological advances does not seem to be well balanced with the character education process at school. Guardians seem indifferent to their children's learning activities and tend to give children the freedom to explore the world of information without strict supervision from guardians. Character education in pesantren is one option to educate and instill the character of students. This can be implemented because the character education process in pesantren is managed by the pesantren dormitory education system. Researchers used observation and interview methods with pesantren managers, student guardians and students. After collecting data, researchers found that character education can only be carried out if students are in a pesantren education environment. The pattern of pesantren education is to build the character of students to become moral, ethical, polite, trustworthy, honest humans, have general and special skills, be able to communicate well, maintain religious norms in life. Character education will be realized if students have knowledge and are educated in the pesantren education system that conducts 24-hour supervision every day.

Legal Disputes of Emigrant Periodical Publishers from the End of the 19th Century to 1904

The subject of the article is the formation of legal dispute practices among Lithuanian emigrant periodical publishers in the USA during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The aim is to analyze the legal cases brought against emigrant periodical publishers during this period, assessing their causes, aspects of the cases, their coverage in the press, and their consequences, based on scientific research and contemporary press publications. The main focus is on the 1897 case against the newspaper “Saulė” published in Mahanoy City, Pa., where publisher D. T. Bačkauskas was accused of violating a US postal ban by distributing immoral literature. Other notable cases include the 1898–1900 litigation involving Chicago newspaper “Lietuva” publisher A. Olšauskas and editor J. Šernas against local Lithuanian priest A. Kriaučiūnas over critical articles directed at him, and the lawsuit of Shenandoah, Pa. newspaper “Viltis” publisher V. Šlekys by A. Savickas, who accused the newspaper of defamation and demanded the disclosure of the article author’s name. The analysis of these and other cases from the period revealed that litigation was one of many manifestations of the ideological split within the emigrant community in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As the role of the press grew within the community, clergy, who constituted the majority of the right-wing leadership, found themselves losing the unchallenged authority they had in Lithuania and were unable to compensate for it through their own press and polemics against other factions. Therefore, they tried to exploit legal opportunities. The case against “Saulė” can be partially explained by its popularity within the emigrant community and its occasional positioning as a Catholic newspaper, which drew readers away from the still-weak right-wing press. Priest Kriaučiūnas’s struggle against “Lietuva” can be partly explained by his aim to undermine the influence of the liberal “Lietuva” on Chicago Lithuanians and to create favourable conditions for his newspaper “Katalikas” and its growing influence. Evaluating the causes of the cases, it is possible to discuss the complicated perception of the satirical genre within the emigrant community of that time. On one hand, the hyperbolization of problems and ills in the emigrant life attracted readers with engaging texts, but on the other, it was interpreted as propaganda for a dissolute lifestyle and rejection of religious norms, dismissing the satirical aspect. Additionally, the defense of freedom of speech became a cornerstone in the litigation between Olšauskas and priest Kriaučiūnas. Meanwhile, in the case of Šlekys, the journalistic principle of source protection and the willingness to defend it in court is noteworthy. Regarding the coverage of the cases in the press, e.g. Bačkauskas utilized the reporting of his case in “Saulė” to strengthen his image as an independent publisher and defender of Lithuanian identity. Conversely, the press opposing “Saulė” presented the case as a matter of great significance, serving Lithuanian interests, and depicted the initiator of the case almost as a hero sacrificing for the good of the emigrant community, using colourful epithets and emotional expressions (similar to “Saulė”). The fight for community interests and justice was echoed in the descriptions of the cases of Olšauskas and priest Kriaučiūnas. Moreover, during the analyzed period, there emerged an understanding among individuals who considered themselves defamed in the press that their grievances could be addressed legally. It can be said that this became part of the rapidly forming tradition within the emigrant community to resolve even the smallest quarrels through legal means, despite contemporaries’ concerns that three things tarnished the Lithuanian name in the eyes of others: drunkenness, brawling, and lawsuits, worrying about how much money was wasted and how much of it went to non-Lithuanians. This tradition became customary in the emigrant community, and legal disputes among periodical publishers became not an exceptional occurrence but a common practice, sometimes resolving ideological disagreements in court, throughout the 20th century.

Bentuk Komunikasi Pendidikan Karakter Mahasiswa Vokasi Bidang Perkebunan Terhadap Pembentukan Karakter Iman Dan Takwa

Everyone's personality is a very complex part, including the values that are believed, the attitudes taken, the behaviors shown, and the morals adhered to. Each individual student has a personality that reflects the nature and how students interact within their social community. This phase is very important in the formation of student character, in this condition the outlook on life and life values as a dynamic and mature human being is awakened, students begin to build the foundation of their personality. The purpose of this research is to form the character of faith and piety for vocational students in the field of plantations to build a superior personality. The research method is qualitative with a qualitative-phenomenological approach. The subject of this activity is vocational college students who are determined by purposive sampling. The object of the research is students with their daily drivers in the form of gadgets. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Furthermore, the data was analyzed with the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The results of this activity are in the form of an important role in adding elements of religious values for students as the main foundation of national values and parameters of religious norms that synergize and are introduced in every lecture to produce Muslim students who are pioneers of change and overcome the problems of the state and nation.

Women’s Empowerment in Ondo State, Nigeria Using Education, Partner’s Attitude & Culture and Political Participation.

Women's empowerment was a major concern in most developing countries, including Nigeria. This was because human development evolves when there is development of people, their freedom, their opportunities, and their participation in those activities and events that shape their lives better. Women's empowerment was about the enhancement of the status of women economically, socially, and politically in our society. It concerns women's freedom to make decisions that affect their lives. This included the right to economic engagements of their interest, the right to spend their income freely, the right to inheritance and to owe property, etc. In most developing countries, women were relegated to the background, even as many of them strive to meet the needs of their children and family members. The research examines the impact of education on women's empowerment in Ondo State. It further investigates the impact of culture and religion on women's empowerment, the impact of partner’s attitude on women’s empowerment and the impact of political participation of women on women empowerment in Ondo state. The research methodology relies on a mixed-method approach. Thus, it entails using well-structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews with respondents. Descriptive statistics such as simple percentages, tables and chi-squares through SPSS were used to analyse data gathered during the fieldwork. Findings from the study reveal that women empowerment is a multifaceted process and is determined by the level of education, cultural and religious values, attitude of the husband, and political participation. The study recommends that access to quality education by women in the society should be enhanced. Community engagement and sensitization initiatives are crucial in addressing the contribution of restrictive cultural and religious norms to the disempowerment of women. The religious and community leaders should be engaged to discuss and re-define cultural and religious texts with a positive meaning for gender equality.

THE INTERTEXTUALITY OF CULTURAL REPRESENTATIONS AS SEEN FROM SPIDERMAN ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (2023) AND MS MARVEL (2022)

This study aims to reveal the intertextual of cultural diversity of Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse (2023) and Ms. Marvel (2022). This study focuses on Spiderman characters: Miles Morales and Pavitr Prabhakar and also Ms. Marvel named Kamala in Ms. Marvel, social life and their surroundings. This study uses the theory from Kristeva (1989) to examine the intertextuality between the two films and representative theory from Stuart Hall(1997) to analyze the cultural representation of Spiderman Miles Morales, Spiderman Pavitr Prabhakar, and Kamala Khan. The researchers used qualitative research methods. Research results show that cultural representation in movies appears beyond superficial markers, incorporating meaning, signs and symbols that are relevant to the characters' backgrounds in society. Both films depict elements such as food, stereotypes, and religious norms that represent a specific culture or religion. However, both films clearly reflect traditional fashion symbols, musical instruments, language, traditions, decorations, and religious rituals. This intertextual exploration enriches the story and offers a more inclusive depiction of superheroes in a globalized worldThis study is expected to provide insightful and nuanced understandings of cultural representation in this modern era of globalization through the eyes of Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse (2023) and Ms. Marvel (2022).

The dynamic interplay of Shariah compliance rank and financial performance: nonfinancial listed firms in Saudi Arabia as a testing ground

Purpose This paper aims to assess the rank of Shariah compliance (SC) and its impact on the financial performance of non-financial companies listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. It seeks to understand the relationship between adherence to Shariah principles and the financial success of these companies, providing insights into the importance of SC in the Saudi Arabian context. Design/methodology/approach The study adopts a quantitative research approach, using financial and SC data from non-financial companies listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. SC is measured using the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions standards. Financial performance is evaluated using various financial indicators, including return on assets (ROA), return on equity (ROE) and return on investments (ROI). Statistical analysis, including regression analysis, is conducted to examine the relationship between SC and financial performance. Findings The findings indicate a positive association between SC and financial performance in non-financial companies listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Companies with higher ranks of SC demonstrate superior financial performance, as evidenced by higher ROA, ROE and ROI. This suggests that adhering to Shariah principles can contribute to improved financial outcomes for companies operating in the Saudi Arabian market. Practical implications The study highlights the practical implications of maintaining SC for non-financial companies in Saudi Arabia. It emphasizes the importance of aligning business practices with Shariah principles to enhance financial performance. The findings suggest that companies can benefit from implementing Shariah-compliant strategies and practices, potentially attracting investors and improving their overall competitiveness in the market. Social implications The social implications of SC in the Saudi Arabian context are significant. Adhering to Shariah principles not only ensures compliance with religious and cultural norms but also promotes ethical and responsible business behaviour. Companies that prioritize SC contribute to the development of a socially responsible and sustainable business environment. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study represents the first investigation into the impact of SC rank on financial performance. By examining non-financial companies listed on the Saudi market, it contributes significantly to existing literature by providing empirical evidence supporting a positive correlation between SC rank and financial outcomes. The findings offer valuable insights for companies, investors and policymakers in Saudi Arabia, enhancing their understanding of the unique dynamics between SC rank and financial performance. This research enriches the body of knowledge in Islamic finance and business, making a notable contribution to the field and opening avenues for further exploration.

LE GENRE AU PRISME DE LA TERRITORIALISATION DES POLITIQUES PUBLIQUES SPORTIVES AU SENEGAL LE PARADOXE DAKAROIS

Sport is one of the pillars of public policy in Senegal, as defined in law n°84-59 on the sports charter. It is based on three pillars: mass practice, physical education and competitive sport. The consideration of sport by local authorities is a significant reality. However, the field of sport in Senegal is still marked by disparities and inequalities, both horizontal and vertical (Diatta, 2007), in all sectors in general and particularly in mass sport where inequalities are especially evident from a gender perspective. Indeed, apart from a socio-cultural heritage more or less hostile to the practice of sport, especially instituted due to the norms of hegemonic femininity, traditional and religious norms (Ndongo, 2017), it is clear that the inadequacies linked to the territorialisation of sports policies seem to constitute a significant determinant of these inequalities. This article proposes to analyse the territorialisation of sports policies from the point of view of their relationship with gender in the department of Dakar. The aim is to reflect on the means, strategies and actions mobilised to promote competitive sport among women in Senegal.

UNDERSTANDING AND ENHANCING CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

Culture is a global phenomenon that is derived from social, economic, legal, political, and religious norms, values, and traditions of the society. Culture shapes the behavior of individuals to act accordingly in different situations faced by individuals in all spheres of life. Thus, from the last few decades of the 20th century until now, organizational culture has been researched extensively. Culture exerts influence over every facet of individuals' conduct within a particular society. Consequently, individuals raised in disparate countries with varying cultural norms cultivate distinct patterns of behavior and cognition. Organizational culture is an important determinant of organizational success. The workplace environment is crafted through the interactions of employees, forming organizational culture. In the new Malaysia, the focus has shifted towards embracing the diversity of cultures and interests, necessitating attention. In an era marked by polarization and limited social mobility, cultural intelligence emerges as a crucial asset across all socioeconomic and ethnic groups. In a heterogeneous society like Malaysia, the capacity to collaborate with diverse cultures will provide disadvantaged individuals with a competitive advantage and enhance social mobility. This conceptual paper aims to investigate the Model of Cultural Intelligence, examining how employees in Malaysia embrace a diverse range of cultures in their daily activities.

Model pemberdayaan kelompok wanita tani (KWT) melalui modal sosial untuk menjaga kohesivitas kelompok

This research aims to analyze elements of social capital to maintain groups cohesiveness and designing an empowerment model for Women Farmer Groups (KWT). The research method used is explanatory sequential mixed methods design, a two-stage research process, quantitative descriptive analysis and qualitative analysis. Data collection used census techniques for 30 informants, namely all members of KWT Karya Tani , Katel Klawu Hamlet, Pengalusan Village, Mrebet District, Purbalingga Regency and conducted in-depth interviews with 7 key informants and the KWT chairman and management through Focus Group Discussion (FGD). The research results show that the elements of social capital consisting of strong networks; trust; compliance with norms; cooperation and social awareness for group members as well as involvement in group activities. are in the high category. The empowerment strategy at KWT Karya Tani to maintain cohesiveness is by integrating closed social capital and open social capital that accommodates the complex, heterogeneous social dynamics of society within the ties of social entities attached to KWT Karya Tani. The majority of KWT Karya Tani members are devout Christians and are bound by the religious norms and community organizations. Each member of KWT Karya Tani is a member of the Jamaat Women's Group as well as the wife of a member of the Karya Tani farmer group. This uniqueness presents empirical findings in the study of the empowerment model that will be implemented at KWT Karya Tani, namely a collaborative all aspect of empowerment model through a holistic, community-based approach.

Sharia-based Custom and the Politics of Religious Freedom in Contemporary West Sumatra, Indonesia

Strengthening religious identity politics can be identified as one of the main factors contributing to the decline in religious freedom in Indonesia. While religious identity politics may serve to mobilize certain groups or advance specific agendas, its escalation often comes at the expense of religious freedom and social harmony. Against Indonesia's pluralistic society and decentralized governance system, West Sumatra stands out for its unique blend of Islamic tradition and local adat (customary law), which often challenge the state's legal framework and constitutional guarantees of religious freedom. This article aims to analyze the impact of Sharia-based custom (ABS-SBK)-based identity politics on religious freedom in West Sumatra, focusing on government and social regulations. This study is based on data from interviews, documentation, and analysis of media reports and coverage related to freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in West Sumatra, as well as a guidebook for the practice of ABS-SBK issued by the Provincial Government of West Sumatra. This article shows that identity politics based on Sharia and local customs has caused many violations of the freedom of religion or belief of minority groups in West Sumatra. In government regulation, local governments have actively enforced mainstream religious and cultural norms and limited expressions and ideas considered contrary to the mainstream. As for the aspect of social regulation, religion-based identity politics is an effective tool for majority groups in limiting the religious freedom of minority groups. Keywords: Identity Politics, Religious Freedom, West Sumatra, Sharia-based Custom, Religious Nationalism

Determinasi Sosial dalam Memilih Pasangan Hidup Melalui Perkawinan Nyentana pada Masyarakat Hindu di Bali

Nyentana marriage has both positive and negative impacts on sentana rajeg. Although nyentana marriage in Bali supports gender equality, sentana rajeg faces significant challenges in implementing a matrilineal kinship pattern amidst patrilineal dominance, leading to difficulties in choosing a life partner. The aim of this study is to describe the current condition of nyentana marriage, analyze the forms of social determination experienced by sentana rajeg, and explore the social practices undertaken by sentana rajeg in seeking a life partner. This research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive-explanatory and descriptive-exploratory approach. Data collection techniques include in-depth interviews, observation, and document studies. Data analysis is conducted based on social practice theory. The study finds that the acceptance of nyentana marriage among the Balinese Hindu community is relatively slow due to the social stigma of "paid bangkung," issues of caste differences, conflicts of rights and obligations, and the loss of inheritance rights for men post-nyentana marriage. Sentana rajeg experiences social determination in choosing a life partner due to the need to fulfill various aspects such as religious norms, adjustment to the matrilineal kinship system, the necessity to find a partner from the same caste, demands for stability, and geographical limitations in finding a partner. According to social practice theory, to establish the habitus of nyentana marriage, sentana rajeg must distribute various capitals within a limited arena.

DINAMIKA IZIN LINGKUNGAN INDUSTRI DAN PENANGANAN PENCEMARAN DAERAH ALIRAN SUNGAI (DAS) CITARUM

This study explores the multidimensional dynamics of the prohibition of polyandry, a marital practice where a woman has more than one husband. Methodologically, the research is grounded in a qualitative approach, drawing on a diverse range of literature, including books, journals, and websites, which are analyzed descriptively and analytically based on the theory of Maslahah. The study aims to provide a deeper understanding and analysis of the dynamics surrounding the prohibition of polyandry and its relevance to the concept of Maslahah. The exploration reveals that the prohibition of polyandry is influenced by social, legal, cultural, economic, and health dimensions. From a social perspective, polyandry disrupts patriarchal structures and complicates issues of lineage and inheritance. Legally, the practice challenges administrative regulations and civil status, reflecting dominant religious and moral norms that support monogamy or controlled polygamy. Economically, while polyandry may address financial constraints in specific settings, it generally reduces economic efficiency and household financial management in the broader societal context. In terms of health, the practice poses risks related to sexual and reproductive health, potentially increasing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and complicating reproductive management. Additionally, through the lens of Maslahah in Islamic law, the prohibition of polyandry is considered an effort to protect the public welfare, minimize harm (mudharat), and enhance social and familial stability. It indicates that the prohibition policy is not only a manifestation of traditional or religious values but also the result of pragmatic and comprehensive consideration of its long-term impacts on the structure and function of society. Overall, the study provides a critical explanation of how the concept of Maslahah justifies the prohibition, ultimately aiming to preserve societal order and overall well-being.

EKSPLORASI SECARA MULTIDIMENSI SEBAGAI SUATU PERBANDINGAN TERHADAP DINAMIKA LARANGAN POLIANDRI

This study explores the multidimensional dynamics of the prohibition of polyandry, a marital practice where a woman has more than one husband. Methodologically, the research is grounded in a qualitative approach, drawing on a diverse range of literature, including books, journals, and websites, which are analyzed descriptively and analytically based on the theory of Maslahah. The study aims to provide a deeper understanding and analysis of the dynamics surrounding the prohibition of polyandry and its relevance to the concept of Maslahah. The exploration reveals that the prohibition of polyandry is influenced by social, legal, cultural, economic, and health dimensions. From a social perspective, polyandry disrupts patriarchal structures and complicates issues of lineage and inheritance. Legally, the practice challenges administrative regulations and civil status, reflecting dominant religious and moral norms that support monogamy or controlled polygamy. Economically, while polyandry may address financial constraints in specific settings, it generally reduces economic efficiency and household financial management in the broader societal context. In terms of health, the practice poses risks related to sexual and reproductive health, potentially increasing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and complicating reproductive management. Additionally, through the lens of Maslahah in Islamic law, the prohibition of polyandry is considered an effort to protect the public welfare, minimize harm (mudharat), and enhance social and familial stability. It indicates that the prohibition policy is not only a manifestation of traditional or religious values but also the result of pragmatic and comprehensive consideration of its long-term impacts on the structure and function of society. Overall, the study provides a critical explanation of how the concept of Maslahah justifies the prohibition, ultimately aiming to preserve societal order and overall well-being.