Indonesian Journal of Interdisciplinary Islamic Studies (IJIIS)

INTERNALIZATION OF RELIGIOUS MODERATION THROUGH DIGITAL PREACHING A Critical Discourse Analysis of Ustadz Adi Hidayat’s Lectures on YouTube

Afifah Nabila Afdhalia, Faisol, Arqom — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Religious moderation emphasizes tolerant, inclusive, and fair attitudes amidst religious, cultural, and traditional diversity. This study analyzes Ustadz Adi Hidayat's (UAH) YouTube lectures using Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), focusing on text, social cognition, and social context, to examine how he constructs and conveys religious moderation, aligning with Indonesia's diverse social landscape. The analysis reveals UAH discursively presents moderation as a practical solution for harmony, not just a theological concept. His discourse employs rhetorical strategies, like the stories of Fathu Makkah and the Treaty of Hudaibiyah, to underscore compassion, forgiveness, and harmony as core tenets. UAH's lectures implicitly guide audiences to understand moderation as an intrinsic part of Islamic teachings, promoting balance and rejecting extremism. Grounded in religious proofs (dalil) and historical narratives, his approach counters disinformation and polarization by encouraging a balanced religious understanding. This discourse significantly strengthens social harmony in Indonesia by cultivating tolerant, inclusive, and just attitudes among his vast digital audience. This research confirms UAH's discourse on religious moderation is highly relevant for both local cohesion and global peace.

The Role of Sufism in the Development of Islam Among Hui Muslims in China (7th –19th Centuries)

Jianjun Mai — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This historiographical study investigates the role of Sufism in the development and continuity of Islam among Hui Muslims in China from the 7th to the 19th centuries. Using textual and historical analysis of Chinese chronicles, travel narratives, and Islamic educational materials, the study traces the institutional and doctrinal influence of Sufi thought across major Chinese dynasties. The study demonstrates that Sufism provided essential spiritual, intellectual, and organizational frameworks that enabled Hui Muslims to maintain their religious identity despite cultural assimilation, political pressure, and periods of severe persecution. During the Yuan dynasty, Sufi practices first gained institutional footing through the establishment of lodges (zawiya) in major cities. In the Ming period, Sufism's intellectual tradition became integrated into the innovative Jingtang Jiaoyu (scripture hall education) system, which preserved Islamic knowledge through traditional Chinese educational methods. The Qing dynasty witnessed the full institutionalization of Sufism through the emergence of formal Menhuan (Sufi orders)—including Khufiyya, Jahriyya, Qadiriyya, and Kubrawiyya—that established extensive networks of spiritual authority across China. Throughout these historical periods, Sufism served as a vital channel for the development of Islam among Hui Muslims in China, strengthening their faith and preserving their religious identity by providing crucial spiritual guidance and support.

Interfaith Premarital Education in Cirebon and Its Impacts on Family Resilience: A Comparative Study

Muhammad Hilmi, Muhammad Najib Asyrof — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study comparatively examines the design, implementation, and impacts of interfaith marriage guidance in Cirebon Regency, filling the gap related to the different approaches to premarital education in a multireligious environment. This study compares Marriage Guidance (Bimbingan Perkawinan/Bimwim) at KUA Sumber and KUA Kedawung, Marriage Preparation Coaching at St. Joseph Church (Catholic), and Premarital Counseling at Indonesian Christian Church/GKI Pengampon (Protestant). The study aims to: 1) compare premarital counseling methods across institutions; 2) identify the benefits couples experience after following guidance; and 3) explore the bride-to-be's perception of the concept of a harmonious family. This study employs a qualitative- descriptive-comparative approach, utilizing in-depth interviews, observations, and document reviews, with informants selected purposively. The results of the study show: (1) there are differences in design and governance: KUA’s Bimwin is short-intensive with standardized modules, Catholic Marriage Preparation Coaching combines structured courses and canonical investigation, while GKI implements 3–6 months of tiered counseling; (2) the benefits felt by interfaith couples are relatively similar, in the form of improved communication, conflict management, financial literacy, and strengthening spirituality, although the specific nuances vary according to the institution’s traditions; and (3) the perception of a harmonious family converges on three main dimensions: healthy communication, acceptance of the spouse, and long-term commitment, with different accents on each religion. These findings confirm that premarital guidance, although different in terms of curriculum and methods, plays a significant role in equipping couples practically, emotionally, and spiritually to build harmonious families.

Religion and Politics in The Framework of Secularism: A Philosophical Dialogue Between Charles Taylor and Syed M. Naquib Al-Attas

Hafidz Iman — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the relationship between religion and politics through a comparative examination of the thoughts of Charles Taylor and Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas in their respective responses to secularism. Employing a qualitative method and a library research approach, the study draws on the primary works of both thinkers as well as relevant academic references. This study is motivated by the absence of a deep philosophical dialogue between Western political philosophy and Islamic thought in redefining the ethical foundations of the modern pluralistic state. This article argues that Taylor’s approach is relevant for promoting equality in pluralistic societies such as Indonesia, whereas al-Attas emphasizes a substantive reconstruction of values through the integration of science and religion.

Reconstructing Fiqh in Post-Reform Indonesia: From Theocentric to Anthropocentric Paradigms

Muhammad Fikri Adrian; Zeni Ayu Ariani — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates the transformation of Islamic law (fiqh) discourse in post-Reformation Indonesia, highlighting the intellectual shift that emerged following the democratization process in 1998. While previous research has described the general openness of this period, this study identifies and analyzes the novel patterns of legal reasoning and methodological renewal that distinguish contemporary Indonesian fiqh. Employing qualitative content analysis of key literature, including scholarly books, journal articles, and dissertations, this study uncovers how the increased intellectual freedom has enabled scholars to develop more context-sensitive interpretations of Islamic law. The study’s main contribution lies in its systematic mapping of post-Reformation fiqh trends, particularly the rise of anthropocentric and socially responsive Islamic law. These findings reveal that, despite facing resistance from traditionalist perspectives, this evolving discourse marks a significant epistemological shift that aligns Islamic legal thought more closely with the needs of modern plural societies.