Fiqh Hisab Arah Kiblat: Kajian Pemikiran Dr. Ing Khafid dalam Software Mawāqit

Abstract

This study analyzes the software determining the direction of Qibla by Dr. Ing. Khafid,
geodesy experts in BIG (Goespasial Information Agency) in Mawāqit version 2001.06. The
analysis was conducted using qualitative methods. These results indicate that the system of
reckoning Qibla direction of Dr. Ing. Khafid is in Mawāqit program version 2001.06. using
calculations spherical trigonometry. In addition, see the pattern fiqh qibla direction, he sought
to translate the arguments Shar'ie existing in the language of science in line with the opinion of
Imam Syafi‟i, although there are differences.