CONCEPT OF TAQRIBRA'YAI (BRIDGING TWO VIEWS) IN BID'AH POLEMIC WITHIN THE MALAY MUSLIM SOCIETY

Purpose of the study: In general, term bid'ah is easily understood by majority Muslims of the Muslim World including those in the Malay Archipelago. The views often debated in regards to bid’ah revolve around issues of new practice that considered as bid'ah or bid'ah hasanah. This study tried to bridge the two views pioneered by Imam Shafie (150–204AH) and Imam Shatibi (720-790AH). At the end, this study may contribute to reconcile the disputation and arguments within Malay Muslim society.  Methodology: This study was mainly opting the information gathered from Islamic religious books as well as academic journals that discuss the issues of bid’ah. Other than that, this research also referred to both primary sources of al-Quran and Sunnah al Hadith to support the arguments. The related data was accumulated by using the content analyses approach and divided into several themes. Main Findings: The findings of this study show that the phrase of ‘all bid’ah is deviant’ is strongly affecting the status of other good practices as deviant or can be classified as good invention or bid’ah hasanah. In this study, to solve this polemics, it is suggested to opt the concept of taqrib ra’yai by using two of Usul al-Fiqh methods. Applications of this study: Islamic study, especially in the field of Usuluddin and history of Islam in Malay Archipelago and its movement. This study needs to benefitted the whole Muslim community by spreading the importance of bridging these two views either through verbal or written form. By that, the Muslim community, especially amongst Malaysians able to get clarification and solve the disputed issues, especially regarding the bid’ah hasanah. Novelty/Originality of this study: The study suggested Taqrib Ra'yai (bridging two views) method which is intended to bridge the gap of the disputes among the Mujtahid leaders (persons who has been certified and acknowledged as capable of interpreting religious law) as well as among the other Muslims

The Specific Energy Absorption Of Local Wood Subjected To Quasi-Static Loading

An experimental investigation was carried out to study the specific energy absorbed of Malaysia local wood. Eleven species of wood were chosen which are, Nyatoh (Palaquim Obocatum), Merbau (Intsia Bijuga), Meranti Putih (Shorea Macroptera), Kelapa Sawit (Elais Guineensis), Kempas (Koompasia Malaaensis), Jati (Tectona Grandis), Cengal (Neobalanocarpus Heimii), Meranti Merah (Shorea Collina), Balau Cina (Shorea spp.), Balau Merah (Shorea spp.), and Kapur (Dryobalanops Aromatia). The experiment was performed in quasi-statically compression method using universal testing machine to obtain the material mechanical properties. Specimens were loaded in axial, circumferential and radial compression of local woods, the highest value of energy absorption and kink-band phenomena as well as its effect on energy absorption were determined and discussed in this paper

Problem-Based Learning as a Teaching Method: An Experience at University Malaysia Terengganu (UMT)

Problem-Based Learning (PBL) stands as a pedagogical approach that stimulates students’ engagement by immersing them in learning experiences centred around real-world problems or scenarios. Under the guidance of tutors, students work in small groups to identify and resolve issues, drawing insights from various sources such as notes, books, journals, newspapers, and online resources. This paper aims to share the practical application of PBL in both compulsory and elective courses at the University Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). The purpose of this paper is to integrate Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in their instructional planning and manifest during the facilitation process of PBL as a teaching method. The experience of implementing PBL was witnessed in courses like “Islam and Leadership” with 49 students, Arabic language courses with 16 students and the compulsory course “Philosophy and Current Issues” with around 1200 students. This approach, facilitated by lecturer team, promotes collaborative learning activities, discussions, teaching, observation, and reflective practices. Student-centric PBL offers a positive impact on group collaboration, thereby improving the overall teaching and learning quality

A Study on Political Spectrum in Terengganu, Malaysia: An Analysis of Rabbani Leadership Based on Maqasid al-Shariah

Purpose: propose a new approach to change political organizations where the spirituality of leaders and their workers can be developed as holistic human beings in Terengganu, Malaysia based on the historical background and political paradigm that has changed.   Theoretical framework: Many studies have discussed the role of spiritual leadership in an organization. There are organizations that have successfully introduced specific programs that encourage spiritual activity in the workplace. This study explores how spiritual leadership is essential to improving organizational performance and overall employee engagement.   Methodology: This study relies on the quantitative method of explanatory survey. The study population consisted of UMNO and PAS party leaders at the branch level, namely Terengganu Division or Terengganu Region. A total of 384 respondents were randomly sampled based on locations representing the Terengganu district. Each research finding will be analyzed descriptively based on relevant themes as set out in the research objectives   Findings: This research has added to the knowledge of Rabbani Leadership related to the purpose of Islamic Sharia or 'Maqasid Sharia'. Rabbani political leaders drive awareness in developing the spirit of Islamic sovereignty, preserving the system of life, closeness of public relations, community management and cultural change in knowledge management.   Contributions: This paper contributes to a better understanding of Rabbani leadership in political parties to develop spiritual activities for the purposes of Islamic Sharia. In addition, this study explores the root causes of religious factors that encourage awareness in developing a holistic society.   Originality/value:  This research is innovative because there is no mechanism to be a reference for political activists how to bridge the gap between conventional political practices and rabbanic leadership practices in the political spectrum and program

Polemics of the Islamic Caliphate: A View From Ali Abd. Al-Raziq

While many Muslim sects are in agreement of the necessity of the Islamic Caliphate or Khilafah, modelled upon the ideal caliphate of the Prophet and the four rightly-guided caliphs, its necessity is sometimes completely denied. A very controversial view is that advanced by the Egyptian, Ali Abd. al-Raziq (1888-1966) in his treatise al-Islam wa Usul al-Hukm (Islam and the Principles of Government) published in 1925. This paper reviews the argument forwarded by Ali Abd. al-Raziq on the necessity of the Islamic Caliphate using a secondary data analysis and published materials written by scholars on this issue. It is found that the nature and some fundamental principles of the khilafah arose very early in Islam and has continued to provoke discussion into the modern world. Amongst Ali Abd. al-Raziq’s views were the claim that caliphate has no basis, whether in the Qur’an, the traditions or the consensus (ijmac) and the assertion of separation between religion and political power. His view, which remarks violent controversy in the modern Muslim world, is discussed throughout this paper. DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2015.v6n4s2p13

Analysis Of A Linear Design For A Sports Utility Vehicle In Slalom Manoeuvres

In the past two decades, automotive manufacturing has witnessed some advancements, especially for vehicle handling and active safety systems (ASSs). Progressively, more controllers have been designed to deal with linear and non-linear systems. However, studies and research on integral terms in linear quadratic regulators are scarce. In this paper, linear controllers, including the proportional integral derivative (PID) and linear quadratic integral (LQI) using direct yaw control (DYC), have been designed and compared. With the interference of external disturbances and variation of the friction coefficient, the result indicates that the LQI controller produces a significant improvement in the vehicle slalom manoeuvre system compared to the PID controller

Penghayatan sains dalam Al-Quran: Pengalaman perkongsian ilmu penyelidik PPAL (UMT) dengan sekolah Imtiaz Terengganu

Fakta Sains dan hubungannya dengan al-Quran adalah sangat berkait rapat. Pengetahuan yang jelas tentang wujudnya perkaitan Sains dan al-Quran dapat memupuk semangat cintakan ilmu dalam kalangan masyarakat Islam, selain mengukuhkan keimanan mereka kepada Allah.Kertas ini membincangkan pengalaman pengendalian program penghayatan ‘Cakna Sains Berteraskan Wahyu’ melalui perkongsian ilmu antara para penyelidik PPAL, UMT dengan pelajar sekolah Imtiaz yang terpilih.Program ini dijalankan berasaskan modul pengisian yang telah dibentuk sesuai dengan kepakaran penyelidik seperti slot ceramah, demonstrasi serta kuiz.Hasil pemerhatian ikut serta, serta respon yang diberikan pelajar melalui soalan kuiz dan perbincangan menunjukkan program perkongsian ini telah berjaya menarik minat pelajar menghayati kepentingan ilmu Sains secara Islamik.Perkongsian hasil penyelidikan yang dijalankan oleh para penyelidik PPAL berpandukan silibus pendidikan yang dipelajari oleh para pelajar sekolah Imtiaz turut menjadikan pengendalian program perkongsian ini menjadi lebih menarik

Kecerdasan Emosi dan Ketahanan Mental dalam Kalangan Pemain Bola Sepak Profesional

Penyelidikan ini dijalankan bertujuan untuk menilai hubungan kecerdasan emosi dan ketahanan mental dalam kalangan pemain bola sepak profesional kajian kes pasukan Kelantan Football Club. Borang soal selidik yang telah dibina berdasarkan daripada kajian Mayer Salovey Caruso Emotional Intellingence Test (MSCEIT) bagi kecerdasan emosi yang merangkumi empat dimensi kecerdasan emosi iaitu persepsi emosi, penggunaan emosi, kefahaman emosi, dan pengurusan emosi. Manakala bagi ketahanan mental pula soal selidik telah dibina berdasarkan empat konstruk iaitu keyakinan diri komitmen, cabaran dan kawalan diri yang telah diambil daripada Mental Toughness Questionnaire (MTQ48). Sebanyak 22 pemain daripada skuad utama telah menjawab soal selidik ini dan seterusnya menjadi sampel bagi kajian ini. Hasil daripada kajian ini menunjukkan, nilai min yang tertinggi bagi kecerdasan emosi ialah dimensi Pengurusan Emosi (min=3.70). Manakala bagi ketahanan mental pula dimensi cabaran mempunyai niai min yang paling tinggi (min=3.83). Seterusnya hasil kajian mendapati bahawa tidak terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kecerdasan emosi dan ketahanan mental ini (r= 0.160, p >0.05). Hal ini menunjukkan bahawa sukan bola sepak ini merupakan sukan berpasukan di mana mungkin mempunyai faktor lain yang boleh mempengaruhi kecerdasan emosi dan ketahanan mental ini. Namun hasil daripada kajian ini, boleh dinilai sendiri oleh jurulatih pasukan, ahli psikologi dan pemain sendiri betapa pentingnya aspek psikologi ini dalam memainkan peranan dan menjadi punca kejayaan serta kegagalan sesuatu pasukan selain daripada aspek fizikal, taktikal dan teknikal