Strong Faith Research Articles

From Immaterial to Material

One hundred years after the foundation, the Bauhaus is well known as the epitome of modern design with countless books, articles and reviews illustrating a vivid discourse on how the Bauhaus influenced the design development since then. Greater parts of this discourse are dedicated to a rather material approach by pointing out the contradictions of Bauhaus design: the promise of creating prototypes for serial production on the one side and the actual products which are often handmade original art works, rather crafted in exquisite materials than designed for the masses.
 Walter Gropius’s original idea for his school thereby was about educating and inspiring modern individuals, teaching them how to work with their hands as well as their minds, how to reflect on the surrounding world, unifying hand crafting skills and artistic personality in times of the Machine Age. In the very special case of the correlation between design work as material product and the process of creating a design idea with all its psychological and personal implications must be differentiated. Especially the early spiritual and philosophical Bauhaus had set the base for a strong community, welded together by idealism, artistic spirit of creativity and strong faith in the sociocultural power of form and design.

Multimedia Sebagai Metode Variatif dalam Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Akidah Akhlak di Masa Pandemi

Akidah Akhlak competence is one of the sub-subjects of Islamic religious education which in the learning process can be done through guidance, teaching, training and experience. The emphasis on learning the moral aqidah is not just on mastering knowledge, but most importantly how to raise awareness of students having a strong faith and noble character which is manifested in daily behavior. The purpose of learning the Akidah Akhlak subject is to instill and increase students’ faith and increase awareness for noble character. The formulation of the problem in this study is: Is there an increase in learning motivation after the application of varied methods with multi-media in learning akidah Akhlak. The approach used in the research is a quantitative approach, with the type of action research. Researchers are directly involved in the research from the beginning to the end of the research. Researchears try to see, observe, feel, appreciate, reflect and evaluate the ongoing learning activities. The stages of stages of action research implementation consist of planning (planning), implementation (acting), observation (observing), and reflection (reflecting). To get accurate research results, the data that has been collected is analyzed statistically by using the mean or average formula. Referring to the action hypothesisi proposed in this classroom action research, it can be concluded that: there is an increase in learning motivation in the Akidah Akhlak fiel of study after the application of varied methods with multi-media on akidah Akhlak learning in students at MTsN 7 Kediri.

Penguatan Nilai Theo-Antroposentris Keislaman Mahasiswa UM Jember Masa Pandemi Covid 19

Having strong faith in the Almighty God and having a noble character are two sides ofelementary emphasis, having strong faith in the Almighty God is the embodiment of Islamic theosentry which tries to provide a point of emphasis on understanding God to students, while having a noble character is one ofthe emphases on the image of anthropocentric regarding the concept ofcollaborative behavior among human beings in this world. These two objectives are the most important parts of the national education system which is one of the roles of Islamic religious education in universities, both private and public. In the beginning, the learning process at UM Jember was held offline, but it has turned into online more recently. This study is based on a qualitative approach with a focus on collecting data on strengthening the theo-anthropocentric value of Islam through in-depth interviews. The data analysis process uses a triangulation model. The conclusions of this research are as follows: first, strengthening fundamental doctrine in Islamic Theo-Anthropocentric Students of UM Jember through two agendas, namely strengthening religion and social awareness; second, the strengthening of fundamental values in Islamic Theo-Anthropocentric students of UM Jember that can be seen from three activities, namely religious habituation, student interaction, attitudes and behaviors that are instilled in students.

IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN TAHASSUS DI MA MA’ARIF 1 JOMBANG

Discussions about education, it is impossible to be free from the object that is the target, namely humans. Allah SWT created humans to be the most noble creatures among the creatures He created. Each educational institution has its own learning system in achieving learning objectives. However, there are also educational institutions that have their own way of achieving learning goals, one of which is learning and memorizing Juz 30, Surat Yaasin, tahlil, namely by developing takhassus programs which can make students who have better personalities, strengthen values. the character possessed by students so that they become complete human beings, both soul, body, intellectual and personality. So, students are not only focused on general knowledge but also deepen their religious knowledge so that they are able to become human beings who have strong faith qualities. The purpose of this study is to describe the process of implementing the Tahassus program at MA Ma'arif 1 Jombang. The results showed that the Tahassus program could improve reading and writing of the Qur'an, including increasing religious knowledge and as a provision when entering the community.

By Hook or by Crook: Married Students’ Outlook in Coping Academic Stress

This study aimed to explore the views of married students in coping academic stress. The participants of the research consisted of 10 married students who are now enrolled in College of Teacher Education-Bachelor of Elementary Education at Quirino State University Main Campus. Employing a phenomenological analysis, it explored the opinions of married students in coping academic stress. Revealed in the study was they concurred in majority that in coping academic stress is someone who possesses time management, income generating, personal attributes and spiritual qualities. Time management was the first strategy that participants described to successfully fill the roles as married student. This held constant across the groups and within each group. The strategy of time management emerged as the “premier” and leading effective strategy for participants. Participants also identified generating extra-income, wise budgeting as various systems of support that helped participants, attitude and a strong religious belief or faith in God. These strategies which top the list in coping academic stress rendered substantial standpoints in developing policies and intervention program in academic performance of students.

Psychological Experiences of the Guatemalan Civil War and postwar Violence on a Kaqchikel Community:An Exploratory Qualitative Study

ABSTRACT The Kaqchikel are an indigenous population who experienced political violence during the civil war and postwar conflict in Guatemala because their political ideology was in opposition to the military government. This formative study explored their trauma experiences and coping skills. We used a community member to recruit our small sample (N = 18) through convenience sampling. Participants expressed anxiety, depression, sadness, fear, and distrust stemming from incidents of trauma and violence and the loss of loved ones. Many participants identified family and community members as their major source of support. Positive coping strategies included having a strong religious faith and work ethic that helped them cope with distress. However, some participants resorted to negative coping behaviors such as alcohol abuse or knew of others who did. Our findings provide useful evidence to develop culturally-sensitive mental health services for this specific indigenous community.

The Burn Behind the Bullet: Understanding Black Mothers’ Experiences After Losing a Child to Gun Violence in Washington, DC-Baltimore City Metropolitan Region

The purpose of this research article is to examine how complicated grief, post-traumatic stress, and depressive symptoms induced from losing a child to gun violence affect traits of resilience and post-traumatic growth among a sample of Black mothers living in Washington DC and Baltimore, Maryland. This research project was executed by surveying 4 Black mothers who lost a child to gun violence (B.M.C.G.V.) that resided in the Baltimore-Washington area to assess grief, traumatic stress, and depression. Participants also completed an oral interview that focused on resilience, post-traumatic growth, and policy recommendations. Findings associated with post-traumatic stress indicated that all Black mothers in this study reported it was somewhat true that they avoid things that remind them of their loved ones (n= 4, 100%), and 3 out of 4 of the mothers felt cut off or distant from other people since their loved one died (n= 3, 75%). Outcomes related to complicated grief revealed that all mothers in this study reported that they felt a great deal of loneliness since their child had died (n= 4, 100%). Moreover, 3 out 4 B.M.C.G.V. reported that memories of their child made them upset in the last past 7 days (n= 3, 75%). Results aligning with post-traumatic growth displayed that all Black mothers in this study reported it was mostly true that they learned they were stronger than they originally thought they were after losing a child to gun violence (n=4, 100%). Additionally, 3 out of 4 Black mothers in this study stated that it is mostly true that they developed a strong religious faith upon losing a child to gun violence (n= 3, 75%). Furthermore, 3 out of 4 Black mothers in this study reported that they found a stronger sense of purpose in life upon losing a child to gun violence (n = 3, 75%). Findings related to depressive symptomatology contained a large amount of variation and did not produce any significant results. The data results from the oral interview indicated that 9 common characteristics emerged from Black mothers who lost a child to gun violence in this study which included Black mothers explaining their character traits as Loving, Committed, and Strong. Subsequently, Black mothers classified their coping strategies as Active Coping (Embracing Self-love, Forgiveness, and Faith in God) and Avoidant Coping (Denial, Betrayal, and Not Coping). Lastly, Black mothers’ policy recommendations in this study focused on themes such as Demanding resources and Laws on gun violence prevention.

PENGEMBANGAN SIKAP RELIGIUS PADA ANGGOTA RESIMEN MAHASISWA (MENWA) MAHAPURA IAIN PONTIANAK

This study discusses efforts to develop religious attitudes among students which are always important to be carried out by institutions through Student activity units independently so that their potential as leaders is honed based on moderate Islamic religious values. The purpose of this study was to obtain information about: 1) program activities designed by the commander and staff in shaping the religious character of the members of the MENWA. 2) challenges faced in implementing program activities in shaping the religious character of members of the Mahapura student regiment. The research approach was qualitative, the data source of this study consisted of primary data sources of menwa and secondary leaders (Menwa members), Mahapura IAIN Pontianak. This study found a program of religious development activities namely, Yasisnan and Tahlilan, Khataman al-Quran, and social care: Menwa Sharing through fundraising, the two challenges faced in developing religious attitudes are forgiving excessive self-weakness, lack of interest in religion, and lack of interest in religion. Sense of responsibility due to feeling tired after participating in activities on campus. This finding becomes a new model for the development of religious attitudes among intra-campus organizations in preparing a generation that is physically strong and has a strong faith

PENGEMBANGAN SIKAP RELIGIUS PADA ANGGOTA RESIMEN MAHASISWA (MENWA) MAHAPURA IAIN PONTIANAK

This study discusses efforts to develop religious attitudes among students which are always important to be carried out by institutions through Student activity units independently so that their potential as leaders is honed based on moderate Islamic religious values. The purpose of this study was to obtain information about: 1) program activities designed by the commander and staff in shaping the religious character of the members of the MENWA. 2) challenges faced in implementing program activities in shaping the religious character of members of the Mahapura student regiment. The research approach was qualitative, the data source of this study consisted of primary data sources of menwa and secondary leaders (Menwa members), Mahapura IAIN Pontianak. This study found a program of religious development activities namely, Yasisnan and Tahlilan, Khataman al-Quran, and social care: Menwa Sharing through fundraising, the two challenges faced in developing religious attitudes are forgiving excessive self-weakness, lack of interest in religion, and lack of interest in religion. Sense of responsibility due to feeling tired after participating in activities on campus. This finding becomes a new model for the development of religious attitudes among intra-campus organizations in preparing a generation that is physically strong and has a strong faith

PERAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM (PAI) DALAM MENCEGAH TIMBULNYA JUVENILE DELIQUENCY

The swift current of globalization has a negative influence on the community which has an impact on the social style or behavior of each individual in society. This impact is very vulnerable for adolescents so that deviant behavior arises which is commonly called juvenile delinquency. At the same time, education plays a role in creating a learning atmosphere and an active learning process to develop students' potential. The role of Islamic religious education is the topic raised in this paper. The method used in writing this article uses a qualitative descriptive approach, and the type of research used is library research, where the results of the qualitative research are descriptive data in the form of written words. This article covers several things including Islamic religious education, juvenile delinquency, the factors that cause juvenile delinquency and the role of Islamic religious education in preventing juvenile delinquency. The results of this study, there are several steps that can be taken so that teenagers and students in general are able to fortify themselves with strong faith to avoid juvenile delinquency, of course the involvement of all policy makers is also a supporting factor.

Steeling or Sensitizing? A Longitudinal Examination of How Ongoing Accumulation of Negative Life Events Affects Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults.

ObjectivesTo examine whether (a) as people age, accumulation of negative events increases (“sensitizing”) or decreases (“steeling”) the detrimental effects of subsequent events on depressive symptoms, and (b) how particular psychosocial factors are associated with the strength of these steeling or sensitizing effects.MethodWe used data from 6 measurement waves from 2,069 adults aged 55–84 (M = 68.0) at baseline in the Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We included 18 different life events across the life course. Using hybrid multilevel models, we tested whether the effects of proximate life events (<3 years) on depressive symptoms (measured by the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression scale) were moderated by previous cumulative events (childhood until previous measurement wave). Additionally, we tested whether education, mastery, emotional support, neuroticism, having strong faith, and loneliness were associated with the strength of steeling/sensitizing effects.ResultsCumulative and proximate life events were independently associated with more depressive symptoms. Interaction effects indicated that the more cumulative life events, the weaker the effects of recent life events, suggesting a “steeling” effect. Unexpectedly, 3-way interaction effects showed that higher mastery and lower neuroticism were associated with weaker steeling effects. These effects were predominantly attributable to within-person changes rather than to fixed between-person differences. Results from analyses with event severity scores were similar.ConclusionsAs a population, older adults appear to become more resilient against new stressors as they accumulate experience in dealing with negative life events. Findings on mastery tentatively suggest that accepting limits to one’s own control over life circumstances may foster a steeling effect.

Al-Ghazali And Hume On Natural Causal Necessity And Miracles

This paper argues that Al-Ghazali and Hume arrived at same conclusion i.e.both reject natural causality as a logical necessity however they provide very different premises for this conclusion. Moreover, Hume’s rejection of the natural causal necessity leads him to religious skepticism whereas, Al-Ghazali’s rejection of natural causal necessity leads him to have a strong faith in God and Miracles. The paper discusses the problem of causation in their philosophies focusing on the issues such as: causation as habit; uniformity in the natural order; causation is a mere sequence of observed things; whether causal relation is ontological or epistemological; issues related to miracles and diverse possibilities. Furthermore, the paper also focuses on the issue of Occasionalism and free will with special reference to Al-Ghazali and Hume.

MENIMBANG MADRASAH DINIYAH TAKMILIYAH SEBAGAI PENGUAT PEMBINAAN AKHLAK MULIA ANAK-ANAK DARI KELUARGA KARIER

The role of Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah is quite essential in shaping Muslims, especially for children of career families. This research aims to identify and elaborate its role in terms of developing noble morals over industrial environments and career families. The approach used is qualitative approach with case studies. The results include: (1) the madrasah gives a positive role in forming individual to have faith, taqwa, and noble character as the spiritual foundation of learners in facing global community, (2) the madrasah is an alternative solution to religious problems for those who are living in the industrial environments and career families. After being observed, this madrasah plays an important role in forming students to have strong faith, honesty, responsibility, intellect, creativity, independency, religiosity, discipline, and social care. Keywords: Madrasah; Diniyah Takmiliyah; Career Families

African American Female Superintendents: Resilient School Leader

Six African American female superintendents who had served as superintendents in at least 2 school districts were interviewed to understand ways in which they responded to barriers and adversity in their roles, with a particular emphasis on issues related to sexism and racism. Study participants shared that they work to engage the community and build relationships with stakeholders. They also reported being courageous and clear in defining where they would take a stand. This required knowing who they are and being true to personal values and ethics while striving to achieve work-life balance. These African American female superintendents reported having strong religious faith and benefitting from the love, support, and encouragement of parents, family, and friends.

Willingness to Vaccinate against COVID-19: The Role of Assumptions on the World’s Orderliness and Positivity

This research investigates why people refuse the COVID-19 vaccine despite medical argumentation and dangerousCOVID-19 consequences. As the global pandemic development is beyond each person’s control, we predicted that two basic assumptions about the world, namely its order and positivity, would play an important role. Two studies on the Polish population took place in December 2020 and January 2021. The most interesting finding was that in both studies, belief in world orderliness negatively moderated, i.e., hampered, the positive relationship between belief in the world’s positivity and willingness to vaccinate. It seems that the COVID-19 vaccination might evoke a feeling of disruption in biological and social natural functioning. If we generalize, any idea undermining our habits and shared beliefs is the more challenged and opposed we have strong faith in the world as an ordered and predictable reality. Believing in the world’s positivity may even aggregate this attitude. In discussing these results, we propose how to introduce new ideas or innovative products to consumers.

Makna Dzikir dalam Perspektif Tafsir Sya’rāwī (Studi Analisis terhadap Tafsir Surat Al-Ra’d ayat 28)

The exploration of the meaning behind the Qur'anic text carried out by the mujtahids (mufasir) from the classical period to the present seems to continue to show its stretching. One of them is Imam Asy Sya'rāwī, a scholar who lived in the 20th century who tried to understand the Quran from the side of Sociological Education (al-Adab al-Ijtimā`ī). This paper will unravel one of his interpretations and discuss the meaning of serenity that comes from dhikr through the interpretation of the letter al-Ra`ād: 28. Imam Sya'rāwī said that the tranquility that arises because of dhikr is conditional. The first condition is to fully believe in the provisions (destiny) of Allah and the second condition is to have total trust in Him. By referring to the diversity of meanings of dhikr, Sheikh Sya'rāwī argues that dhikr in verse 28 of surah al-Ra`ād means the Qur'an because every verse that comes from the Qur'an calms the heart of the Prophet Muhammad. His peace of mind is getting stronger because it is supported by his strong faith. As a conclusion to the interpretation of verse 28 of Surah al-Ra`ād, Sheikh Sya'rāwī reveals the doubts that befell some orientalists who allege there is a contradiction between the substance of Surah al-Ra`ād: 28 and Surah al-Anfāl: 2 In Surah al-Ra`ād verse 28 it is said that dhikr has the effect of feeling calm and comfortable, while in Surah al-Anfāl verse 2 it is not so, dhikr actually causes fear. Faced with this accusation, Imam al-Sha'rāwī replied, that if the orientalists really understood the uslūb (composition) and the characteristics of the Arabic language, they would have known the difference between the two verses which they considered contradictory.

When expressions of faith in the Philippines becomes a potential COVID-19 'superspreader'.

The Filipino people are known for their strong religious faith. Even in the midst of the most trying moments of their collective history their faith remains steadfast. The isolation brought by the COVID-19 pandemic did not stop the Filipino Catholic faithful from expressing their faith but made it stronger. Allowed by the government to attend Church celebrations, the Filipino Catholic devotee flocked in the Quiapo Church just to attend the feast of the Black Nazarene and had a chance to hold its image with a firm conviction that the grace of God could protect them from the pandemic. However, the local medical experts called their devotion, in this time of crisis, as a ‘superspreader’, a sign not of hope but of despair.

The Influence of Media on the State Supervision System

Dayah is the oldest dakwah development institution in the archipelago, which emphasizes the formation of community morals to be civilized and polite. At first the dayah was not only a place for community religious learning, but also as a school institution to study general education, but when colonialism took place in this country, education was divided into two categories, namely religion and general. From then on, the effect of the decline in dayah education occurred, so that the interest of the community to study in the dayah was reduced and the function of the dayah began to change from its existence. Dayah institutions exist in society, and are community-owned educational institutions, which are built and developed by the community themselves independently. Dayah institutions are still consistent with religious education, so that this becomes a distinctive feature for dayah which is different from other educational institutions. Dayah has a special education system and pattern that is arranged in the form of a curriculum that is taught to its students. This learning pattern aims to be able to give birth to future generations who have strong faith and have broad insight.

Soy diferente: a qualitative study on the perceptions of recovery following traumatic brain injury among Spanish-speaking U.S. immigrants

Purpose To explore the impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on the quality of life (QoL) and self-concept of Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants with TBI. Materials and methods A prospective, qualitative study conducted in a county level I trauma center and community. Semi-structured interviews on QoL and self-concept following TBI were conducted with 24 Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants with TBI living in the community at least 6 months following injury. Results Perceived facilitators of QoL included faith, hopefulness in recovery, empathy for others, and support from others. Perceived barriers to QoL mentioned were symptoms/consequences of injury, employment/financial changes, loss of independence, fear/uncertainty, stigma/shame, lack of medical care, and decreased social integration. Participants described their self-concept after TBI as either a maintained self or loss of self. Those who viewed themselves differently reported physical and emotional changes, gender role conflict, loss of self-worth, and total loss due to the TBI. Conclusions Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants held a strong faith and positive outlook after TBI in spite of the significant barriers to recovery. A need exists for programs to support creatively the recovery of Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants with limited access to care and resources. IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATION Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants may experience significant barriers to care following traumatic brain injury (TBI), such as access to rehabilitation services and follow-up care. Rehabilitation professionals should consider the importance of faith and encourage positive thinking and social support when working with Spanish-speaking U.S. Hispanic immigrants on how to cope with TBI-related challenges. Access to Spanish-speaking rehabilitation professionals, translators and Spanish language educational materials could help reduce language-related barriers to recovery among Spanish-speaking U.S. immigrants with TBI. Rehabilitation facilities should develop partnerships with community-based organizations serving the uninsured or underinsured to address the access to rehabilitation and medical needs of Spanish-speaking U.S. immigrants with TBI.

The effects of spiritual experience and church commitment among South Korean young adult immigrants in the United States: a mixed-methods study

Background Korean American immigrants have become one of the largest Asian American ethnic group in the United States, and Christianity have been preserving their ethnic identities. However, little is known if church commitment is associated with developing emotional well-being and work capacity. The study aims to understand the attachment to church and its effect on level of emotional well-being and work (or school) performance among South Korean young adult immigrants who have a strong faith in Christianity. Methods A sequential, mixed-methods study examined two dimensions of church attachment, level of religious belief and involvement in church activities. A total of 23 participants was initially recruited through purposive and snowball sampling, and then 22 of them were divided into two high-belief groups—high-active church members and low-active church members – for further analysis. A screening questionnaire, a quantitative component, was used to exclude a low-level believer. Consecutively, an in-depth interview, a qualitative component, was conducted to further investigate the emotional well-being and work (or school) performance. Results Although a small sample was collected, it generated initial insights into the effects of time commitment for church among immigrants. Regardless of leadership roles and level of activity at church, strong beliefs appeared to improve emotional well-being and support motivation to improve the performance of major activity of daily living. Conclusions The major significance was to support further research on religious belief and practice and its potential association with emotional well-being and social adjustment for Koreans, as well as other immigrants. The study applied a culturally specific lens to focus on a particular minority immigrant population.