Sufism Healing Methods for Drug Rehabilitation in Inabah of West Java, Indonesia

Sufism activities include not only rituals but also pseudo-medical treatment. This can be seen from the daily life of the Qadiriyyah and Naqsabandiyah (TQN) congregation at the Suryalaya Islamic Boarding School, Tasikmalaya, West Java. Known as a center for Islamic learning, this pesantren also offers spiritual healing, namely inabah to cure drug victims. This study aims to explore this Sufi inabah . Based on a qualitative ethnographic study at this site, the study analyzes explicitly a method of treatment called inabah. This is a unique technique used by Sufis to cure drug patients. This study shows that the Sufis provide spiritual and technical guidance in the treatment process to increase the awareness of drug victims through quasi-medical and spiritual processes. In the view of the Sufis, drugs can be cured by growing spiritual activities, such as remembrance and prayer. More than that, this method also requires the practice of realized repentance, fasting, bathing, and other related processes prescribed by Sufi masters. The process of fulfilling spiritual and physical requirements due to illness or disease is seen as the result of spiritual and physical transgression

Konsep perbuatan Allah (Af‘al Allah) dalam pemikiran Islam, pengaruh dan kesannya kepada pemikiran umat Islam di Malaysia

This article as the title shown and indicated is to discuss the questions as follows: Firstly, the concept of af‘al Allah according to the Holy Qur’an and the Holy Sunnah. Secondly: To see any difference between af‘al Allah and af‘al al-‘ibad in Islam. Thirdly: To see the relationship between the above-mentioned concept with the concept of al-Qada’ wa al-Qadr in Islam. Fourthly: To observe the relationship between the said concept with the doctrine of al-Jabr wa al-Tafwid, and last but not least, to understand how the muslim thinkers see the problem and its outcome from their way of thinking and its influence to the muslims in general

Concept of Religious Tolerance among Ulama of Traditional Pesantren in Sukabumi, West Java

Pesantren nowadays has been accused by the West as a nest of radicalism and terrorism. Not without reason, in Indonesia, many intolerance and violence issues have involved several Muslim communities and alumni of pesantren. Therefore, in this study, the authors intimately will explore the views of traditional pesantren ulama, mainly in Sukabumi, on some issues of religious tolerance. In this study, the authors used a qualitative approach by using a semi-structured interview and analysis document as a data collection. After that, the data will be analyzed qualitatively. This study found that traditional pesantren ulama in Sukabumi understood the concept and discourse of religious tolerance. They have moderate views and attitudes towards non-Muslims. However, some traditional pesantren ulama in Sukabumi refused to tolerate several cases like sending greetings and attendance at Christmas celebration. These ulama also have a different opinion towards Ahmadiyyah minority group. One Kyai has a gruff view and attitude towards Ahmadiyyah groups. Meanwhile, two other ulama refused to commit violence against Ahmadiyyah and other groups

Engaging Imam Al-Shatibi's Political Thoughts in Contemporary Contexts

This article describes classical Islamic political theory and explores the context of modern politics. The dramatic transformations to the Middle East's political, legal, and economic systems in the 19th and 20th centuries led to systematic secularization, centralization of authority, and westernization. With a literature review, this article raises again the Islamic political teachings initiated by classical fiqh scholars. This study can inspire changes currently resonating with the majority of the middle class, who are dissatisfied with the political power left over from the past. Likewise, this study can provide for those in power amid a wave of democratization in the Islamic world. With this study, Muslims can call back to Shari’a regarding the must, when, how to regulate, and how to resolve the myriad of questions that define how to implement sharia in today's political and economic context

Perjuangan HTI dalam Sistem Kenegaraan di Indonesia dan Metamorfosisnya di Media Online

HTI (Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia) adalah gerakan Islam transnasional yang mengadvokasi berdirinya kekhalifahan Islam secara global. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami bagaimana perjuangan HTI menegakkan sistem khilafah di Indonesia dan bagaimana kelompok BMI hasil metamorfosis HTI menyebarkan ideologinya dan menjalankan gerakan-gerakan HTI yang telah dilegalkan pemerintah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian teks kualitatif, meneliti buletin, ceramah, dan blog yang dibagikan secara online oleh kelompok BMI. Data dan sumber data penelitian ini diperoleh melalui tinjauan pustaka berupa buku, jurnal, dan literatur yang membahas objek penelitian. Untuk teknik analisis data, peneliti menggunakan teori gerakan sosial yaitu teori framing dan teori media siber. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kelompok HTI setelah dibubarkan oleh pemerintah tidak berhenti melainkan bertransformasi menjadi kelompok lain seperti bergabung dengan kelompok BMI (Back To Muslim Identity). Hal ini terlihat dari kesamaan ideologi dan pola gerakan HTI dan BMI. Kedua ideologi tersebut bertujuan untuk mendirikan khilafah di Indonesia. Dalam pemahaman BMI, mereka menolak ideologi di luar Islam, seperti demokrasi, kapitalisme, komunisme, dan liberalisme. Dalam menjalankan gerakannya, baik HTI maupun BMI mempunyai pola serupa, seperti menyebarkan keyakinannya melalui media online, turun ke jalan, menyebarkan buletin, mengorganisir demonstrasi, dan melakukan pendekatan kepada tokoh masyarakat

Kisah Pemberantasan Bid’ah di Malaysia: Kajian atas Kitab Risalah Al-Azhari

This article aims to study the idea and thought of Shaikh Muhammad Tahir Jalaluddin al-Falaki al-Azhari on the concept of bid’ah [innovation] dan the issues related to it. Bid’ah [innovation] is a problematic issue among muslim society in Malaysia. Generally, it is due to two main streams of thought between Kaum Muda [ultra-ortodox] and Kaum Tua [orthodox] that look at the issues from their own perspectives which are different from one another. In the context of this paper, it focuses to view the idea and thought of Shaikh Muhammad Tahir Jalaluddin himself. Hopefully, it will ease and help the muslim society in Malaysia to interact between them peacefully as allowed in Islam, and not vice-versa

Konsep kewajiban dan tanggungjawab (al-Taklif) dalam pemikiran Islam: penerapan dan aplikasinya dalam kehidupan masyarakat Muslim

This article will be dealt with the concept of responsibility (al-taklif)from the Islamic point of view. The two categories of al-taklif are debatable and will be looked into to understand the concept. Last but not least, the practical and application of al-taklif will also be discussed because it has its own benefits to the Moslems in the globalised world and the hereafter

The Concept of Al-Ta’ah (Obedience) To Muslim Leadership From The Islamic Political Thought

This article, as the title suggests, is to examine the ideas and concepts of obedience to Muslim leadership from Islamic Political Thought. Using qualitative methods and content analysis techniques, this article raises other issues involved such as the discussion of obedience to ideals and reality. it is certain that Islam has asserted that those who are entitled to be obeyed are Allah SWT, Prophet Muhammad SAW and the best and pious Muslim leaders (uli al-amr, Imam, Khalifah, Wali, Wasi, 'Alim). and Amir) at any time. Islam also states that following such a leader means following the truth

Al-Wasatiyyah in the practice of religious tolerance among the families of new Muslims in sustaining a well-being society

Purpose – The main value in a culture of tolerance is wasatiyyah. The fragility of relationships and misunderstanding between Muslim and non-Muslim communities occurs when attention to values of tolerance which need more attention on moderation was not practiced especially in the life of a new Muslim convert community. Thus, the practice of moderation is one mechanism proposed by the government to ensure a harmonious continuation of life in a religious community can be achieved. For that, a qualitative study design was used to describe the current status of a phenomenon that occurs among new Muslim converts. The purposive sampling method is used to determine the applications of wasatiyyah in new Muslims’ life tolerance at Kota Kinabalu (East Malaysia) and Kuala Terengganu (West Malaysia). Although the study was conducted at two different locations, there is a relationship between religious phenomena that occur in the new Muslims community in Malaysia. The purpose of this study is to see the practical concept of moderation in the life of new Muslims and their relation with Muslims and non-Muslims. The results showed that the value of moderation was applied in the aspect of tolerance. The application of Wasatiyyah in practice of tolerance had helped non-Muslims family members to change their attitudes and perception towards Islam. This study suggests the values of wasatiyyah in the life of religious tolerance, need to be nourished especially in multiethnic society when sharing a living places, education and employment for better social development as well as a well-being pluralistic society. Design/methodology/approach – The study was conducted through descriptive data qualitative methods. Purposive sampling was used which refers to a group that has the characteristics of samples required by researchers (Mohd Najib Abdul Ghafar 2003). This study applies the method of in-depth interview with the selected new Muslims around Kota Kinabalu (representing East Malaysia) and around Kuala Terengganu (representing Peninsular Malaysia / West Malaysia).Thus, data accumulation involves new Muslims(new Converts) from various ethnics (Sabahan and Sarawakian) which comprise Kadazandusun, Murut, Rungus, Sino and Iban. Secondly, those are from the Peninsular Malaysia which includes Chinese and Indian. Whereas in Kuala Terengganu, data accumulation involves new Muslims from various ethnics (Chinese, Indian, Sarawakian and others). The result of the interview is shown through descriptive narratives which display the practice of tolerance in the form of supportive interaction from the non-Muslim families towards the new Muslims in Islamic lifestyle. Findings – The concept of wasatiyyah has nurturing tolerance among Muslim, newly Muslim and non-Muslim as well as fostering harmony among the diverse ethnics in Malaysia. Based on the discussion, it was observed that the concept of wasatiyyah had a great influence on the relationship among Muslim, newly Muslim and non-Muslim, as it had a strong link with the value of akhlaq that have been embedded in the Muslim community. The wasatiyyah is the main element that shapes the relationship, and it is the results of interaction with social norms, for it has bred certain social values that include tolerance, compromise, modesty, respect and cooperation as transpired when they (Muslim and newly Muslim) interact among themselves or with other communities. Furthermore, the main goal for the concept is to maintain peace and built well-being in the society as well as bracing racial ties in Malaysia, especially among Muslim, newly Muslim and non-Muslim. Originality/value – Tolerance is a culture that founded the co-existence of pluralistic society in Malaysia. The culture of tolerance can only be built if ethnic tolerance and religious tolerance is accepted as a common practice – Muslims and non-Muslims alike. The description of wasatiyyah in the practice of religious tolerance among the families of new Muslims is the platform towards the acculturation of tolerance in the societal life from different faith and ethnics. It can be said that the higher the tolerance of ethnic, the higher is the religious tolerance, which is manifested through the application of wasatiyyah between people from different religions. This situation is highlighted in the relations of Muslim, newly Muslim and non-Muslim in Sabah and Terengganu where the culture of tolerance is apparent in the life together. Extensive interaction through encounters, acquaintance and co-existence that shape the friendship, brotherhood and kinship is the best formula in nurturing the culture of tolerance in the pluralistic society of Malaysia. Perhaps, the concept of wasatiyyah may be implemented in the whole aspect of life in the context of Malaysia. It is because the term wasatiyyah has the main sources of Islamic epistemology as well as sustaining the well-being pluralistic society without destroying the differences