Dialogia

Implementation of the Concept of Inter-Religious Tolerance in Realizing Community Harmony

Muhlil Musolin, Fauzi Fauzi, Muh. Hizbul Muflihin — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:36:57 +0700

The Central Java regional government designated Rendeng Village as a harmony-conscious village because it succeeded in maintaining religious harmony. This study aims to determine the form of Implementation of inter-religious tolerance in realizing community harmony. This qualitative research method uses case studies—the place of research in Rendeng Village, Gebang District, Purworejo Regency, Central Java. The results showed that the form of Implementation of the concept of tolerance in Rendeng village was through various fields, including in the field of belief, namely by accepting differences in beliefs and the social field, maintaining mutual brotherhood and harmony by prioritizing solidarity between brotherhood and neighbors. In the political field, with the principle that all villagers have equal political rights and opportunities with consideration of professionalism and integrity, the role of the Rendeng village government by emphasizing the importance of unity, integrity, and harmony, involving all villagers in village activities and serving the needs of villagers regardless of religion and belief, the role of religious leaders and community leaders is by providing an understanding of the plurality of life in Rendeng Village as well as providing advice and motivation for mutual respect, cooperation and deliberation among fellow community members.

Communication Conflict in the Inculturation of Saparan Bekakak Custom in Ambarketawang Village

Muhammad Anshori, Ali Ridho, Yasirul Amri, Muhammed Sharin Haji Masri — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

In various regions of Indonesia, cultural communication disputes are frequent, and the very existence of culture serves as a symbol for preserving that culture. Differences in beliefs are the source of conflict during cultural inculturation at the Saparan Bekakak traditional event; as a result, communication issues need to be resolved for the sake of culture, existence, and sustainability. The Ambarketawang Village, Sleman Regency, residents, and the village government were interviewed, observed, and documented in this descriptive qualitative research method. First, this study found community conflicts over how the Saparan Bekakak traditional event made communicating difficult for people with different cultural beliefs. Second, differences in interpretation of the Saparan Bekakak event make cultural inculturation a problem; third, the non-verbal arguments that arise from the symbols used in the traditional Saparan Bekakak event; fourth, the village government's role as an arbitrator or communicator in resolving Saparan Bekakak-related communication disputes. The disagreement over communication will be resolved, preventing any misinterpretation of meaning and preserving the traditional culture of Saparan Bekakak.

Implications of Peace Education in Fighting Terrorism Issues at the Al-Irsyad Islamic Boarding Schools

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

The accusation of Islamic boarding schools as hotbeds of terrorism is still a phenomenal issue. This is contrary to the values of Islamic boarding schools which uphold peace. This study aims to narrate the implications of peace education in Islamic boarding schools in responding to the issue of terrorism. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation studies to be analyzed using Miles and Huberman's model. This research shows: (1) Teaching materials (textbooks) and Al-Irsyad Islamic Boarding School regulations direct students to an ideology that is highly anti-terrorism, this data is taken from the description of the responses that researchers see from the side of perception with convincing statements that peace is a nature that must be attempted, either with a theological or rational approach. This response was strengthened by the views of the management and students who stated that peace is a common property so that all acts of terrorism are not part of Jihad. (2) Santri's response to terrorism has implications for strengthening social solidarity, building tasamuh attitudes, establishing mutual assistance, being fair and wise, and understanding diversity. The second result contributes to fighting accusations of Islamic boarding schools as hotbeds of terrorism, while simultaneously confirming that peace education in Islamic boarding schools can be used as a model for public schools in fighting terrorism issues.

Interpretation of the Meaning of the Term Islam in Al-Manār Tafsir and Its Relationship to Inter-Religious and Inter-Cultural Relations

Saifullah Saifullah — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This article examines the interpretations of “al-Islām” and its effects on inter-religious and intercultural relationships. It focuses on al-Manar's interpretation of the terms "al-Islām" in the Qur'an Ali Imran 19 and 85. The research method used is a qualitative content analysis and contextual approach to al-Qur’an interpretation. The findings show that interpreting "al-islām" in the al-Manār commentary differs from other tafsir works and emphasizes the importance of internal reflection and improvement for the Muslim community. The study highlights the complexity of Islam and its various interpretations and how it can affect relationships and attitudes towards different religious and cultural groups. The study provides a unique contribution to Islamic studies by exploring the interpretation of keywords in the Quran and its impact on inter-religious and intercultural relationships.

Qur'anic Values in the Luberan Tradition: Strengthening Religious Moderation Based on Local Wisdom

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This study examines the harmony of the "Luberan" tradition in implementing the Qur'anic moderation religious values. This study uses a qualitative method of the field research approach. This analysis shows that; 1) The Luberan tradition applies the four parameters of religious moderation compiled by the Director General of Islamic Education, Kemang, Republic of Indonesia. First, the Luberan tradition plays a role in strengthening nationalism, which is illustrated through the poem Sekar Gendhing Asmaradana as a Javanese song with the theme of love for the motherland, cultural preservation, and activities to protect the environment as a form of implementing its contents. QS. Al Qashash: 85 and QS. An-Nisa': 66. Second, tolerance education in Luberan culture can be seen through the interaction between Muslim and non-Muslim residents in organizing events, the habit of exchanging food, and giving each other. Third, a study on the theme of peaceful Islam shows the integration of QS al-mumtahinah verse 8 as an anti-radicalism and anti-violence educational model. 2) Cultural practices in strengthening the value of religious moderation are taught from generation to generation through religious rituals and mysticism in Luberan culture. This research contributes to finding the concept of strengthening the values of culture-based religious moderation. In addition, this research can also be used as a basis for the Ministry of Religion to integrate cultural practices as a vehicle for moderation in religion.

Yūsuf Al-Qaraḍāwī's Thoughts on the Hadiths of Reforestation: A Maqāṣid Sharī‘ah Perspective

Muhammad Kudhori, Muhammad Faiq — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

The Qur'an states that human beings were created with a duty to prosper the earth; one of which is by preserving the environment and reforestation. This study aims to unveil the hadiths on reforestation by employing the Maqāṣid Sharī‘ah approach of Yūsuf al-Qaraḍāwī. This paper is a qualitative study with content analysis and descriptive-analytical approaches. This study found that the hadiths about the recommendation for plantation and reforestation must be interpreted generally, not restricted to certain conditions. Thus the command for reforestation applies in general, not limited to certain conditions and places. Reforestation must be carried out anywhere and anytime until the end of the day. While the proper meaning of the hadith, which contains the threat of hell for cutting down the Bidara tree, is that such a threat is addressed or people who cut down the tree in open space where it serves as a shelter for travellers and animal habitats. In addition, the hadith should also be understood to a more general meaning, particularly for the Bidara tree and all trees with the same function as shelters.

The Criticism of Utsman Najati to Modern Psychology

Muhammad Kholid Muslih, Husna Hisaba Kholid, Amir Reza Kusuma, Fachri Khoerudin — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

Psychology has provided a significant effect in describing human behavior in the modern era. However, despite the extensive development of theories in modern psychology, this field of science still needs to improve in terms of terminology, epistemology, and worldview. One of the Muslim psychologists who criticized this problem was Utsman Najati. This research was library research, and the data sources consisted of primary data sources from Utsman Najati's works related to Psychology, and secondary data sources, namely in the form of books, which were relevant to this research to strengthen arguments and to complement data from research results. The data analysis technique used by the authors in this study was content analysis. The findings obtained from this paper were as follows: First, Utsman Najati revealed the disparity between the terms of psychology and research objects which were limited to behavior; Second, Utsman Najati uncovered the problem of the epistemology of psychology, which limited itself to empirical things; Third, a materialistic and atheist perspective in several schools of modern psychology contradicted the Islamic view of life.

Epistemology of Nationalism in the Context of National Jurisprudence at the Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School

Khoirul Faizin, Ahmad Khoirul Mustamir — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This study discusses the epistemological reasoning of nationalism and national fiqh at Islamic boarding schools, especially at the Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School, Kediri, East Java. Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School was chosen purposively as the research location. With a case study approach, this article reveals the epistemological reasoning of nationalism that occurs and develops in the research location. The results of the study show that there has been a shift in the epistemology of nationalism. This epistemological shift can be seen from the inconsistency of meaning and choice of action taken. From the theory of social transformation, certain social constructions will also affect specific cognitions or awareness—likewise, the epistemology of nationalism at the Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School. During the phase of the struggle against Dutch colonialism, nationalism was interpreted as a form of jihad against non-Muslims, along with the emergence of an awareness of establishing an Islamic state. However, since the establishment of Ma'had Aly Lirboyo, which has the peculiarities of nationalism, nationalism has shifted in meaning to become a form of awareness against radicalism movements born of Islamic Group, such as Hizb at-Tahrir Indonesia (HTI) and the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI). The assertion that the State of Indonesia is a state whose government is legitimate and opposing it is a prohibited action further confirms this shift in the epistemology of nationalism.

Patterns of Chinese Muslim Theological Identity in the Kediri Residency in Post-Reformation

Wahidul Anam, Abdul Rasyid — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This research examines the hidden intentions of Chinese Muslim diversity in the Kediri Residency. The Kediri Chinese Muslims are theologically unique in their social-religious affiliation and religious motives. This study aims to explore the religious practices of the Chinese Muslims in Kediri, their theological features, fiqh references, interpretations, and political affiliations so that the theological characteristics of Chinese Muslims can be identified clearly. This research uses Paul Ricoeur's Critical Phenomenology approach with reflective analysis as the main feature to dissect the intention of awareness of the direction of their religion. The result of this research is that the style of appreciation practiced by Chinese Ethnic Muslims is more directed toward the practical life of religion. PITI provides a space for community-based expression, while Cheng Ho symbolizes unifying the Chinese Muslim ethnicity in Kediri. The spiritual practices carried out are more representative of Sharia and community-based social interactions, paying little attention to the realm of Sufism or Philosophy. The existence of the Chinese Muslim Ethnicity for a long time has significantly impacted the political situation in favor of Indonesia. At the same time, religious affiliation has also significantly impacted the community so that it has a more expansive religious space.

The Phenomenon of Bullying in Schools during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Quranic Perspective

Lita Mela, Tulus Musthofa — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

Bullying is still common in the education sector, especially in online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bullying between students in online learning occurs verbally through social media. In contrast, in offline learning, bullying is carried out as evasion and exclusion in the school environment, such as canteens, toilets, classrooms, and parking lots. This study aims to discuss bullying in schools from the perspective of the Qurán. This study uses a qualitative method, with the type of library research, the historical approach, and the descriptive approach used. Bullying from the perspective of the Qur'an can be seen from the prohibition of bullying behavior in surah Al-Hujurat verse 13 and surah Yusuf verses 8-10. Meanwhile, solutions for victims and bullying behavior can be seen in the Al-Qur'an surah Al-Luqman verses 13-19, At-Thaha verses 132, and Ash-Shura verses 39-43.

Tafsir Ilmi Versus Tafsir Ilmi: Ants in Scientific Interpretation Discourses

Nabila Shema Shabriyah, Miski Miski — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0700

This article is based on the Ayat-Ayat Semes ta dan Nalar Ayat-ayat Semesta written by Agus Purwanto and Tafsir 'Ilmi: Animals in the Perspective of the Qur'an and Science published by Lembaga Pentashih Mushaf al-Qur'an (LPMQ) of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia in collaboration with the Indonesian Institute of Sciences with a focus on the interpretation of the word "Ant" or al-namlah in QS. al-Naml [27]: 18. Preliminary findings show that the interpretations of Puwanto and LPMQ tend to be different even though they are both based on scientific reasons. There are three questions asked in explaining this. First, what is the construction of Agus Purwanto and LPMQ's interpretation of "Ants" in the Qur'an. Second, why do the two differ in interpretation regarding the theme? Third, what are the implications of these different interpretations on the discourse of ilmi interpretation. This article uses content analysis to show Purwanto's interpretive construction of the diction "Qā lat namlah" in QS. al-Naml [27]:18 means "queen of ants," while LPMQ means "al-namlah" with "an ant," so it has a different meaning. This difference lies in the emphasis of both; Purwanto emphasizes more linguistic aspects as a support for scientific findings to interpret "al-namlah" with the queen ant, which also emphasizes that this queen is the leader in the colony. At the same time, LPMQ uses an interpretive logic that does not emphasize "who rules the ants" These two models of interpretation must be positioned as part of an evolving dynamic of interpretation; Moreover, it is recognized that the same discourse also appeared in explanation in the past although it was more on theological and linguistic aspects.