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The Intimate Archive: Gender, Memory, and Agency in Partition Narratives

2026-04-10T16:50:39+07:00

Objective: This study aims to criticize the historical narrative of the 1947 Partition of India that focuses too much on political and state aspects and ignores women's personal experiences. In addition, the concept of intimate archive was introduced to understand how women build meaning in life after violence. Theoretical framework: Approaches used include Feminist Historiography, Trauma Theory, and Critical Archive Studies to show that archives and testimonies are not objective, but rather the result of constructions influenced by power relations and individual experiences. Literature review: Previous literature has tended to focus on macro aspects such as politics and conflict. Instead, this study highlights the work of Saadat Hasan Manto and Amrita Pritam as well as feminist oral histories that describe women's experiences in a more personal and profound way. Methods: The method used is qualitative through close reading of literary works and oral history analysis to explore hidden meanings in women's experiences. Results: Three forms of intimate archive were found, namely meaning in objects, memories in the body, and the use of silence as a strategy. These findings show that women have an active role in shaping identity and meaning in life. Implications: The findings of the study expand the perspective of archives, not only as official data but also as representations of personal experiences. The concept of an intimate archive can also be applied to other studies that address marginalized experiences. Novelty: Novelty lies in the concept of an intimate archive that views testimony as an active process in building meaning, not just a record of experience.

Representing Sexual Violence in Indonesian Cinema: A Semiotic Analysis of Woman from the Rote Island

2026-02-03T09:59:51+07:00

Objective: This study aims to critically examine how the representation of sexual violence against women is constructed in the film Woman from the Rote Island through the analysis of denotative, connotative, and mythological meanings. The main focus is to reveal the social messages, ideologies, and positions of women in patriarchal power relations represented by cinema. Thus, the research is directed to assess the role of film as a medium of social criticism and shaping public awareness. Theoretical framework: This study uses Roland Barthes' semiotic theory, which emphasizes the meaning of denotation, connotation, and myth. This framework is used to read signs and symbols in movies. With this approach, patriarchal ideology can be critically analyzed. Literature review: A literature review discusses research on women's representation and sexual violence in film media. Previous studies have shown that movies can reinforce or challenge patriarchal values. This literature became the basis for placing film as part of social discourse. Methods: The method used is qualitative descriptive with semiotic analysis. Data is obtained from scenes, dialogue, and visual symbols in the film. The analysis was carried out by relating the findings to three levels of Barthes' meaning. Results: The results of the study show that films represent women as victims of physical, psychological, and social violence, as well as subjects who have courage and moral strength. On a connotative and mythological level, the film deconstructs the myth of women's honor shaped by patriarchy. The film's narrative emphasizes that sexual violence is a violation of humanity, not a disgrace to the victim. Implications: This study shows that film can be a medium of education and social criticism. These findings encourage the use of cinema to increase empathy and awareness about women's rights. Another implication is the strengthening of the discourse on gender equality in the public space. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the use of Barthes' semiotics to read the issue of sexual violence in Indonesian films. The study emphasizes women not only as victims, but also as agents of symbolic resistance. Thus, film is understood as a tool for cultural change.

The Dynamics of Movement-Based Party Regeneration Strategies: A Comparative Study of PKS and the Gelora Party in Depok City

2026-01-17T23:59:20+07:00

Objective: The study analyses and compares the dynamics of the regeneration strategy of movement-based political parties by taking a case study of the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) and the Indonesian People's Wave Party (Gelora Party) in Depok City. The main focus of this research is to examine the design, practice, and implications of cadre regeneration on the consolidation of party organizations at the local level Theoretical framework: The analysis of this research relies on the theory of party institutionalization and the theory of cadre parties developed by Panebianco and Mainwaring, as well as the concept of political socialization to read the process of internalizing the values and ideology of cadres. Literature review: Previous studies have shown that regeneration is a key element in maintaining the identity, discipline, and sustainability of political parties, especially those born from ideological bases or social movements. The latest literature emphasises the difference between an institutionalised model of regeneration and a community-based adaptive model of recruitment. This study adapts and expands on these findings by placing them in a local empirical context. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive case study design. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews with the regeneration elite of PKS and the Gelora Party in Depok City, as well as documentation in the form of AD ART, cadre curriculum, and organisational reports. Data analysis is carried out through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and systematic conclusion drawn. Results: The findings of the study show that PKS implements a tiered, structured, and sustainable cadre system with an emphasis on ideological coaching, loyalty, and organisational discipline, so as to be able to maintain the stability and solidity of the party. In contrast, the Gelora Party has developed a more flexible and community-based regeneration with a focus on developing leadership capacity and social networks, but has not been supported by a strong level of institutionalisation. Implications: The results of the study confirm that institutionalised regeneration contributes significantly to the resilience of the organisation and the consolidation of the party at the local level. Novelty: This study offers a comparative analysis based on local contexts that highlights how differences in the depth of institutionalisation of cadre regeneration affect the sustainability of movement-based parties.

Gender Equality in Islam: Integration of Qur'anic Values, Education, and Cultural Transformation

2025-12-20T18:59:39+07:00

Objective: This study explores gender equality in Islam, emphasizing equal status for men and women as servants of Allah, challenging misconceptions about gender roles, and promoting equality based on faith and deeds, not biological differences. Theoretical framework: The study critiques gender-based disparities, arguing that Islam promotes equality based on personal qualities like faith and piety, rather than gender, and challenges cultural constructs that reinforce inequality. Literature review: The review highlights Qur’anic verses and research on gender differences in psychology, academics, and leadership, showing that these distinctions are relative and should not justify inequality. Methods: A qualitative approach is used to analyze Qur’anic verses and existing research on gender roles in Islam, comparing religious teachings with contemporary gender equality discussions. Results: The study finds that Islam promotes gender equality, with men and women valued equally, and that cultural misinterpretations, not religious teachings, perpetuate gender inequality. Implications: Promoting gender equality requires cultural reform and education, encouraging policies that align with Islamic teachings to ensure equal opportunities for all. Novelty: This research challenges misinterpretations of gender roles in Islam and highlights how Islamic teachings align with modern gender equality principles, contributing to the discourse on gender equality in Muslim societies.

The Axiological Dimension of Qur’anic Education: An Ethical and Spiritual Foundation for Global Pedagogy

2025-12-20T18:00:20+07:00

Objective: This study aims to explore the role of Qur’anic education in shaping a humanistic and integrative global pedagogy. It focuses on the integration of values such as morality (akhlaq), social ethics (mu‘amalat), and spirituality (ma‘rifah) as ethical and spiritual foundations for education in the modern world. Theoretical framework: Using a comparative-hermeneutic approach, the study compares Qur’anic values with Max Scheler’s theory of a priori value hierarchy and Emmanuel Levinas’s ethics of alterity. The focus is on how these values intersect and differ in their educational implications. Literature review: The literature review addresses the crisis of values in contemporary education, particularly the dehumanization and loss of transcendental orientation. It also reviews the role of spirituality and ethics in pedagogy, and examines the relevance of Qur’anic teachings alongside Western ethical philosophies by Scheler and Levinas. Methods: A comparative-hermeneutic analysis is conducted, comparing the Qur’anic value system centered around tawhid with Scheler’s spiritual and sacred values and Levinas’s ethics of responsibility toward the Other. This method highlights the convergences and divergences in their educational applications. Results: The findings reveal that the Qur’anic value hierarchy aligns with Scheler’s and Levinas’s concepts of spirituality and ethical responsibility. The key difference lies in the sources of these values: divine revelation in the Qur’an, phenomenological intuition in Scheler, and ethical experience in Levinas. Implications: The study underscores the importance of integrating the axiological dimension of the Qur’an into educational curricula, fostering an approach that is just, dialogical, and globally oriented. This can contribute to the formation of the complete human being (insan kamil) and a more holistic educational process. Novelty: This research offers a unique comparative analysis of Qur’anic values with Western philosophical ethics, proposing a new educational paradigm that incorporates spirituality, morality, and humanity as central elements in global pedagogy.

Negotiating Meaning and Sensitivity: Translating Awliya, Jihad, and Kafir in the Indonesian Qur’an Translation by the Ministry of Religious Affairs

2026-01-28T17:30:59+07:00

Objective: This article aims to analyze the dynamics of the translation of the terms awliya, jihad, and kafir in the 2002 and 2019 editions of the Ministry of Religion's Al-Quran Translation. This study highlights the changing meaning and strategy of translation in response to Indonesia's social and political context. The main focus is directed at the theological and social implications of the choice of translation diction. Theoretical framework: This study uses Quranic semantics, contextual interpretation, and Qur'anic translation theory as an analytical framework. Quranic semantics maps the field of meaning of terms, contextual interpretation emphasizes historical and contemporary contexts, while translation theory assesses the strategy of translation of meaning. All three are used integratively to read the relationship between text and context. Literature review: Previous studies of the translation of the Qur'an in Indonesia have generally dealt with linguistic or historical aspects separately. Comparative studies across editions of official translations with a focus on sensitive terms are still limited. This article fills this gap by systematically linking linguistic analysis, interpretation, and social dynamics. Methods: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach based on literature studies. The data was analyzed through searching for verses containing the terms awliya, jihad, and kafir in the 2002 and 2019 editions of the translation. The analysis was carried out using semantic approaches, contextual interpretation, and translation theory. Results: There is a shift in translation from a literal approach to a contextual and moderate approach. The term awliya is interpreted more relationally, jihad is contextually explained to prevent violence, and kafir is recontextualized to "disobedient" or "kufr". These changes reflect the response to Indonesia's social sensitivities. Implications: Theoretically, these findings confirm the translation of the Qur'an as a dynamic and contextual practice of interpretation. In practical terms, this study supports the development of more accurate and moderate translations. Another implication is the strengthening of religious moderation and harmonization between religious communities. Novelty: The novelty of this article lies in a comparative analysis across the official translation editions of the Ministry of Religion. The focus on three sensitive Quranic terms, combined with Indonesia's socio-political context. Integrative approaches to semantics, interpretation, and translation are the main methodological contributions.

Numerical Analysis of Hydrodynamic Resistance of a Joubert BB2-Type Submarine

2026-01-09T20:44:11+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the hydrodynamic resistance characteristics of submarine hull designs suitable for Indonesia’s complex maritime environment, which includes shallow waters, strong currents, and deep-sea conditions. Minimizing resistance is essential to enhance operational efficiency, energy consumption, and maneuverability of submarines operating in such diverse waters. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework of this research is grounded in naval hydrodynamics and resistance theory, particularly focusing on viscous and pressure resistance components acting on submerged bodies. The study also adopts the Theory of Change approach in naval design, emphasizing that optimized hull geometry leads to improved performance and operational effectiveness. Literature review: The literature review indicates that previous studies on submarine resistance have primarily focused on standard hull forms under idealized conditions, with limited attention to region-specific operational environments such as Indonesian waters. Comparative analyses of hull types such as teardrop, Joubert BB2, and ALFA class have been conducted, but systematic numerical evaluations under consistent submerged conditions remain limited. Methods: This research employs a quantitative numerical approach using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Simulations were conducted on three submarine hull types: teardrop hull, Joubert BB2, and ALFA class under submerged operating conditions at a constant speed of 10 knots. The CFD model analyzes total hydrodynamic resistance by resolving fluid flow behavior around each hull geometry, allowing for a detailed comparison of resistance performance. Results: The results reveal that the teardrop hull exhibits the lowest total resistance compared to the Joubert BB2 and ALFA class designs at the specified operational speed and submerged condition. This finding indicates superior hydrodynamic efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enhanced maneuverability, making the teardrop hull particularly suitable for submarine operations in Indonesian waters. Implications: The implications of this study are both practical and strategic. Practically, the findings guide the selection of submarine hull designs that optimize operational efficiency and stability. Strategically, the results support future submarine development tailored to Indonesia’s maritime characteristics. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in its comparative numerical analysis of multiple submarine hull types under a uniform submerged condition, specifically contextualized to Indonesian waters, offering design insights that bridge numerical simulation and operational needs. Future studies are recommended to validate these findings through experimental towing tank tests.

Teachers as Strategic Agents in Multicultural Education at Vocational High Schools: An Analysis of Practice at SMKN 1 Talamau

2026-01-28T17:44:43+07:00

Objective: Analyze the strategic role of teachers in the implementation of multicultural education in vocational schools with a focus on SMKN 1 Talamau. The study highlights the role of teachers in the formation of the inclusive character and social competence of students. The results are directed at the formulation of contextual recommendations for the role of teachers. Theoretical framework: This research is based on the concept of multicultural education that emphasizes the management of diversity in learning. Teachers are positioned as strategic actors in building critical cultural awareness. Multicultural education is understood as part of the formation of character and work readiness of vocational school students. Literature review: The study of multicultural education is still dominated by the context of general and urban education. Studies on the role of teachers in vocational schools and regional schools are still limited. In addition, the role of teachers is generally studied descriptively and not yet strategically. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with an analytical descriptive design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and documentation studies at SMKN 1 Talamau. Data analysis is carried out thematically by ensuring validity through triangulation. Results: The results of the study show that the role of teachers as role models, facilitators, innovators, mediators, and reflective evaluators is the main pillar of multicultural education. Effective implementation occurs when multicultural values are integrated into the curriculum, learning, and school culture. This role contributes to strengthening students' inclusive character and social competence. Implications: The development of multicultural education in vocational schools requires the support of school policies, teacher competency improvement, and government regulations. The sustainability of implementation depends on cross-stakeholder collaboration. The sustainability of implementation depends on cross-stakeholder collaboration. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the analysis of the strategic and multidimensional role of teachers in the context of regional vocational schools. This study integrates multicultural education with vocational education as well as the needs of the world of work through contextual and adaptive conceptual models.

Multicultural Equality and Justice in Education: Implications for Character Education

2026-01-28T17:52:19+07:00

Objective: This article aims to analyze the concept of multicultural equality and justice in education, particularly from the perspective of Islamic education, as well as explain its implications for the formation of character education in a multicultural society. Theoretical framework: This research is based on the theory of multicultural education (Banks and Nieto), the theory of social and distributive justice, and the value of Islamic education that emphasizes al-'adl (justice) and al-musāwah (equality). Literature review: The literature review examines studies on multicultural education, social justice, and Islamic education, and shows that there is still limited research that integrates multicultural equality and justice within the framework of Islamic education. Methods: The research uses a qualitative approach through a literature study of books, journal articles, and education policy documents, with content analysis and conceptual synthesis. Results: The results of the study show that equality in Islamic education is interpreted as recognition of equal human dignity, while justice is understood as the provision of rights and opportunities for learning proportionally. The integration of these two principles in multicultural education contributes significantly to the formation of the character of students who are tolerant, fair, and responsible. Implications: Theoretically, this study enriches the study of Islamic-based multicultural education; practically, it becomes the basis for the development of an equity- and justice-oriented curriculum, learning, and school culture. Novelty: The novelty of the research lies in the systematic integration of the concept of multicultural equality and justice with character education from the perspective of Islamic education.

Transformation of Indonesian Presidential Candidates’ Political Communication on TikTok in the 2024 Election

2026-02-10T13:07:16+07:00

Objective: This study analyses the transformation of the digital campaign strategy of Indonesian presidential candidates in the 2024 election by focusing on the shift in the political communication arena from the debate space and conventional media to the TikTok platform as a visual and emotion-based campaign medium. This study aims to identify the pattern of campaign strategies, political communication styles, and the level of effectiveness of candidate messages in reaching and influencing voters, especially the younger generation, through TikTok. Theoretical framework: The analysis is based on the theories of digital political communication, campaign personalisation, visual populism, and the algorithmic logic of social media as proposed by Tapsell, Kreiss, Gibson, and McAllister, as well as Lim. Literature review: The literature shows that digital campaigns in Indonesia have grown rapidly, but studies that specifically place TikTok as a strategic arena for the formation of political image, emotions, and identities in national elections are still limited. Methods: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with content analysis of the 30 most representative TikTok videos from the official accounts of Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo, and Anies Baswedan during the 2024 Election campaign, accompanied by an analysis of engagement metrics as supporting data. Results: The findings show that the three candidates adopted different campaign strategies, but all submitted to the dominance of TikTok's visual-emotional logic, where Prabowo highlighted a virality-based populist-humorist style, Ganjar combined populism with the visualisation of real work, and Anies prioritised moral-intellectual communication that triggered reflective discourse. Implications: These findings confirm that the effectiveness of digital campaigns is multidimensional, involving trade-offs between viral reach and depth of political interaction. Novelty: The novelty of the research lies in the meaning of TikTok as a new political arena that actively reshapes campaign strategies, communication styles, and candidates' relationships with young voters in contemporary Indonesian electoral democracy.

Post-Crisis Women’s Leadership Mediation: An Empirical Study at the University of Lampung

2026-02-16T16:17:17+07:00

Objective: This study analyzes the mediating mechanism of women's leadership in the transformation of post-crisis higher education governance based on a synthesis of literature and empirical findings from the University of Lampung. Identify the indirect pathways of women's leadership's contribution to institutional outcomes through strengthening organizational performance and institutional innovation. Theoretical Framework: Based on transformational leadership and authentic leadership that place value change, integrity, and the formation of a collective vision as the basis for organizational effectiveness. Literature Review: The literature shows that women's leadership is characterized by collaborative, participatory, and relational leadership that strengthens social cohesion, symbolic legitimacy, and the adaptive capacity of organizations in a post-crisis context. Method: Qualitative research with a systematic literature review and thematic analysis of 45 publications from 2015–2025, combined with reflective interpretation of empirical findings from the University of Lampung as an anchor case. Results: The contribution of women's leadership does not occur directly, but is mediated through three main channels, namely relational (institutional cohesion and trust), structural (organizational performance and institutional innovation), and cultural (value transformation and governance legitimacy). Implications: The findings emphasize the importance of strengthening the capacity of organizational systems based on social relations, leadership distribution, and internalization of integrity values to support the restoration of sustainable institutional legitimacy. Novelty: This study formulates a conceptual model of post-crisis women's leadership based on systemic mediation mechanisms that integrate relational, structural, and cultural dimensions as the foundation for the transformation of public organizational governance.

Unregistered Marriage in Modern Society: Causes and Its Impact on the Rights of Women and Children on Bawean Island

2026-02-19T22:30:28+07:00

Objective: This study examines the practice of unregistered marriage in modern society on Bawean Island and analyzes the causes and impacts on the fulfillment of women's and children's rights from the perspective of Islamic law and national law. The study aims to identify the social, economic, and religious determinants behind unregistered marriage and explain its legal consequences for the protection of women's and children's rights. Theoretical Framework: This study is based on the concept of marriage as a mitsaqan ghalidan, the theory of family legal protection, and the maqashid al-syari'ah approach that positions marriage registration as an instrument of public welfare. Literature Review: Classical fiqh literature and modern Islamic family law indicate a dualism between sharia validity and administrative legality, where the practice of unregistered marriage has implications for the weak protection of civil rights. Methods: The study used a qualitative socio-juridical and phenomenological approach through in-depth interviews, field observations, and studies of legal documents and population administration. Results: The findings indicate that unregistered marriages on Bawean Island are influenced by economic, cultural, labor migration, and low legal literacy factors, and have a direct impact on women's vulnerability in accessing livelihoods, inheritance, and legal protection, as well as the uncertainty of children's civil status. Implications: This study emphasizes the urgency of marriage registration and the optimization of the marriage validation mechanism as a means of restoring family rights. Novelty: The novelty of the study lies in the integrated analysis of Islamic legal norms, positive law, and the local social realities of the Bawean Island community in explaining the causal relationship between unregistered marriage practices and the protection of women's and children's rights.

Prophetic Supplications and Economic Stability: A Ḥadīth-Based Analysis through al-Shāṭibī’s Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah Framework

2026-02-02T11:47:51+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the role of duʾāʾ maʾthūr as a spiritual instrument that contributes to economic stability and social well-being through the perspective of ḥadīth and Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework uses Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah al-Syāṭibī theory to understand the normative meaning and purpose of sharia in prayer. Literature review: A literature review examines the concept of duʾāʾ maʾthūr, al-Syāṭibī's thought, and Islamic economic ethics that emphasize character formation and social responsibility. Methods: This research is qualitative with the library research method, using secondary data that are analyzed descriptively and deductively. Results: The results of the study show that duʾāʾ maʾthūr has strategic significance in building holistic economic stability. From the perspective of the ḥadīth, the prayer emphasizes the interconnectedness of the spiritual, moral, psychological, and social dimensions, including the plea for protection from poverty, deprivation, and humiliation. From the perspective of al-Syāṭibī, the prayer functions as a normative wasāʾil that harmonizes human efforts with tawakkul, directs the search for sustenance to the halal aspect, and strengthens individual responsibility in the management of wealth. Thus, prayer plays a role as a preventive instrument against economic damage and social dependence. Implications: Prayer is understood as a preventive and transformative instrument in building an ethical, stable, and sustainable economy. Novelty: The novelty of the research lies in the integration of CDA and Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in positioning prayer as an economic normative instrument, rather than simply a spiritual practice.

From Al-Azlam to Digital Gambling: Ibn Kathir’s Interpretation of Qur’an 5:90 and Pseudo-Random Number Generators

2026-02-02T10:55:15+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the transformation of gambling practices from conventional forms to digital gambling. The focus is on comparing the practices of Al-Azlam in QS. Al-Maidah verse 90 with the Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) mechanism. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework uses the perspective of Islamic theology and law through the concept of qiyas. Ibn Kathir's interpretation of Al-Azlam is used as a basis for comparison with the PRNG mechanism in digital gambling. Literature review: The literature review includes classical interpretations of Al-Azlam's practices as well as technical literature on PRNG and the Return to Player (RTP) system. This literature is used to explain the theological and technical aspects of digital gambling. Methods: This study uses a qualitative method with the type of library research approach. The analysis was carried out comparatively using the qiyas approach. Results: The results of the study show that PRNG is a modern form of Al-Azlam practice. The difference is only in the media, from arrows to digital algorithms. However, both have something in common with 'illat, which is to rely on speculative mechanisms without rational causes. Implications: These findings show that digital gambling has the same substance as gambling, which is forbidden in Islam. This practice has the potential to damage the value of monotheism and human rationality. Novelty: The novelty of the research lies in the integration of the study of Qur'an interpretation with the technological analysis of digital algorithms. This research relates the concept of Al-Azlam to the PRNG mechanism in modern gambling.

Maqashid Sharia Analysis of Muhammadiyah’s Fund Withdrawal from Bank Syariah Indonesia: Toward Achieving the SDGs

2026-03-11T23:17:25+07:00

Objective: The primary objective is to assess whether the institutional financial practices of BSI align with the ethical, social, developmental, and sustainability goals emphasized by Muhammadiyah, particularly in empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), promoting inclusive economic growth, and advancing the collective welfare of the ummah in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Theoretical framework: This framework allows for a dynamic and integrative analysis of Islamic legal and economic reasoning within modern institutional and macroeconomic structures, aligning with global development paradigms like the SDGs. Literature review: The literature review addresses three interrelated domains: (1) the evolving relationship between Islamic organizations and financial institutions, (2) the development of contemporary Maqashid Syariah frameworks, and (3) the role of institutional trust and ethical alignment in Islamic finance. Methods: This research adopts a qualitative-descriptive method using library research as the primary approach. Data was collected from academic literature, official documents, media reports, and primary sources from Muhammadiyah and BSI. Results: Findings indicate that Muhammadiyah’s withdrawal was driven by dissatisfaction with BSI’s prioritization of corporate-scale financing over inclusive support for MSMEs. Although the financial loss to BSI was relatively small (about 4.4% of third-party funds), the symbolic impact was substantial, signaling a critical shift in institutional alignment and ethical accountability. The move reflects Muhammadiyah’s commitment to financial justice, economic inclusivity, and alignment with SDG-related objectives. Implications: The study's implications are twofold: (1) for Islamic financial governance, it calls for deeper alignment with maqashid-oriented principles that support SDG implementation; and (2) for Islamic civil society actors, it emphasizes the importance of principled fund management that advances justice, development, and trust in financial ecosystems. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the application of Jasser Auda’s systems theory of Maqashid Syariah not to product evaluation, but to institutional decision-making and inter-organizational dynamics—a critical yet underexplored dimension of Islamic economic thought with direct relevance to sustainable development discourses.

An Islamic Legal Analysis of Cryptocurrency Exchange into Fiat Money: A Qiyās-Based Study across the Four Madhhabs

2026-03-18T11:48:41+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the exchange of cryptocurrency for fiat money through the application of qiyas (analogical reasoning) within the perspectives of the four Islamic schools of jurisprudence, focusing on cryptocurrency's compliance with Sharia economic principles. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework centers on Islamic legal concepts, specifically the principles of justice, honesty, and the prohibition of riba (usury), gharar (excessive uncertainty), and maisir (gambling). It examines how cryptocurrency aligns with these principles across the four major Islamic jurisprudential schools. Literature review: The literature review explores classical and contemporary scholarly works on qiyas methodologies and their application to digital currency transactions. It covers both Islamic jurisprudence regarding money and modern discussions on cryptocurrency's role in global finance and economics. Methods: A descriptive qualitative methodology with a literature review approach is employed to analyze the academic debates surrounding cryptocurrency. The study examines various scholarly sources discussing the application of qiyas to cryptocurrency transactions. Results: The study concludes that cryptocurrency is impermissible (haram) in Islamic law due to its failure to meet the essential characteristics of money as defined within the four Islamic jurisprudential schools. It also highlights how cryptocurrency contradicts key Sharia economic principles. Implications: The findings provide insight into the broader discourse on the permissibility of cryptocurrency in Islamic finance and offer a basis for future research and discussions on the integration of digital currencies within Sharia-compliant financial systems. Novelty: This study contributes to the academic debate by applying qiyas to the analysis of cryptocurrency, an emerging area within Islamic finance, and provides a clear verdict on its non-compliance with Sharia law.

The Executive Power of the Acte Van Dading in Mediation of Child Custody Disputes at the West Nusa Tenggara Religious Court

2026-03-17T09:54:19+07:00

Objective: This study aims to explain the legal review of various influencing factors and the urgency of implementing a Peace Deed in resolving child custody claims through mediation in Religious Courts, with a focus on court decisions in West Nusa Tenggara Province. Theoretical Framework: This study is grounded in normative legal theory, dispute resolution theory, and mediation theory, emphasizing the role of legal harmonization and judicial consistency in achieving justice, particularly in family law disputes involving child custody. Literature Review: Legal Framework of Mediation in Religious Courts, The Role of Peace Deeds in Dispute Resolution, Child Custody in Islamic Family Law, Judicial Consistency and Legal Certainty, and Harmonization of Laws and Regulations. Method: This study employs a qualitative approach through a literature review using a normative legal method, supported by statute, case, and conceptual approaches. Data collection was conducted through legal research. Primary legal materials include Article 130 HIR, Article 154 RBg, and PERMA No. 1 of 2016 concerning mediation procedures, while secondary data consist of relevant legal literature and scholarly works. Results: The findings reveal inconsistencies and disharmony between Article 130 HIR and Article 154 RBg with PERMA No. 1 of 2016 regarding the application of Peace Deeds in mediation processes. This lack of harmonization has resulted in overlapping and inconsistent judicial decisions, particularly in child custody cases decided by Religious Courts in several regions of West Nusa Tenggara Province. Implications: The study suggests the need for legal harmonization and clearer regulatory frameworks to ensure consistency in the application of mediation and Peace Deeds in Religious Courts, thereby enhancing legal certainty and protecting the best interests of the child. Novelty: This study offers a comprehensive legal analysis highlighting the urgency of harmonizing mediation regulations and strengthening the role of Peace Deeds in child custody dispute resolution within Religious Courts, particularly through the lens of case decisions in West Nusa Tenggara Province.

Work Discipline and Work Environment in an Effort to Improve the Performance of Civil Servants in Indramayu Regency

2026-04-16T15:40:55+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the influence of work discipline and work environment on improving the performance of civil servants in Indramayu Regency, considering that employee performance is a key factor in achieving effective governance and public service quality. Theoretical framework: This research is grounded in human resource management theory, which emphasizes that employee performance is influenced by behavioral factors, such as discipline, and environmental factors, such as workplace conditions. Literature review: Previous studies indicate inconsistent findings regarding the effect of work discipline on performance, while other studies confirm the positive role of the work environment in enhancing productivity. Methods: This study employs a quantitative approach with an associative design, involving a sample of 100 civil servants selected through simple random sampling from a population of 9,807 employees, using questionnaires with a Likert scale, and analyzed through multiple linear regression using SPSS. Results: The findings reveal that both work discipline and work environment have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, with work discipline having a more dominant influence, and the model explaining 75.9% of performance variation (Adjusted R² = 0.759). Implications: These results imply that strengthening discipline and creating a conducive work environment are essential strategies for improving employee productivity and organizational effectiveness. Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in its integrative and contextual approach in examining both variables simultaneously within the local government setting of Indramayu Regency, providing empirical evidence that contributes to the development of human resource management studies in the public sector.

Between Scrolling and Sharia: The Ethics of Ghadul Bashar Among Generation Z Students in the Age of Visual Media

2026-04-20T17:47:25+07:00

Objective: This study aims to examine the construction of Generation Z's understanding of the concept of ghadul bashar, evaluate its implementation in the practice of using social media, and identify the complexity of ethical challenges that arise in the digital ecosystem. Theoretical framework: A theoretical framework integrating the principle of Ghadul Bashar in Islamic shari'a (QS. An-Nur 30–31) with the perspective of digital ethics and media behavior theory, to explain the interaction between religious normative values and the algorithmic logic of social media. Literature review: While Islamic ethical literature emphasizes self-discipline and visual control, studies of digital media show the dominance of algorithms, visual culture, and FOMO that tend to weaken such controls, thus indicating a tension between religious norms and contemporary digital practices. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with an exploratory design, through the extraction of empirical data from students as a representation of Generation Z, which is thematically analyzed to identify patterns of understanding and practice. Results: The findings show that there is a structural dilemma between the demands of shari'a and digital reality. The understanding of informants is heterogeneous, while key challenges include algorithmic pressure, automated scrolling behavior, normalization of visual content, FOMO, and the ambiguity of ethical boundaries in the digital space. Implications: Theoretically, this study expands the discourse of Islamic ethics in a digital context. Practically, this research offers an integrative approach based on Islamic digital literacy, self-reflection (muhasabah), optimization of content control features, and strengthening digital communities. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the synthesis between classical Islamic ethical concepts and algorithmic dynamics of social media, as well as the emphasis on Generation Z's lived experience in facing digital ethical dilemmas.

Fatherhood and the Formation of Khairu Ummah: A Thematic Qur’anic Study

2026-04-24T19:33:17+07:00

Objective: This study aims to analyze the urgency of the role of fathers in raising children to realize the generation of khaira ummah based on the perspective of the Qur'an. Fathers are positioned not only as breadwinners, but also as caregivers, educators, and role models for children. Theoretical framework: This study uses the theoretical framework of Islamic parenting and maudhu'i (thematic) interpretation of Qur'anic verses about the role of fathers. Child development theory is also used to explain the influence of fathers' involvement on the formation of children's character and emotions. Literature review: The literature review shows that the role of fathers in parenting is still often overlooked compared to the role of mothers. In fact, various studies prove that the involvement of fathers has a great influence on the cognitive, emotional, and character development of children. Method: This study uses a qualitative approach with the method of tafsir maudhu'i through literature study. Data was obtained from Qur'anic verses, journals, books, and scientific references related to the role of fathers in childcare. Results: The results of the study show that the involvement of fathers in parenting is an important foundation in shaping children's character, intellect, and emotional maturity. The active role of the father helps to create more optimal child development. Implications: This study confirms the importance of synergy between fathers and mothers in childcare. These findings are expected to raise awareness among families and communities about the importance of fathers' involvement in children's education. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the study of the role of fathers in raising children through the approach of interpretation of the Qur'an. This research places fathers as the main figures in the formation of the khairu ummah generation, not just breadwinners.