International Journal of Islamic Thought and Humanities

Design and Characteristics of Islamic Economy: An Alternative Solution to the Global Crisis

Kamali Kamali — 2025-03-01

The failure of the conventional economic system has been clear in world economic history. The occurrence of global crises is the result of the application of the interest system as a result of capitalism and the collapse of the Soviet Union as a tangible form of the failure of the socialist economic system led to the awareness of economists to review the two conventional systems and even require other alternatives that are more ethical and humane so that the same thing does not happen. The Islamic economic system meets these criteria. However, the Islamic economic system cannot be implemented without the support of knowledge about the characteristics and design of the Islamic economy. This study aims to explore the concepts of Islamic economics that are unique compared to the conventional economic system, the design of Islamic economics, and its implementation to anticipate the global crisis. The approach used in this research is a qualitative approach with a systematic literature review method. Data were obtained from scientific journals, books, and official documents relevant to the research topic. The analysis is done descriptively analytically to explore the main characteristics of Islamic economics and develop the system design. The results show that the Islamic economic system that offers a profit-sharing system, as applied in Islamic banks, is resilient in the face of the global crisis. In addition, the impact of the worldwide crisis that adversely affects poverty can be overcome through the instruments of Zakat, Infaq, Sadaqah, and Waqf, which are therefore essential to institutionalize and manage properly, transparently and accountably.

Improving Life Skills in Sewing for the Independence of Female Students at the Al-Khoirot Gondanglegi Islamic Boarding School – Malang

Lailatur Rohanita — 2025-03-01

Life skills are needed to develop independence, creativity, and innovation in the future. The research on the development of sewing skills at the Al Khoirot Gondanglegi Malang Girls' Islamic Boarding School aims to describe the concept of developing sewing life skills learning at the Al Khoirot Gondanglegi Malang Girls' Islamic boarding school, identify the stages of developing sewing skills learning, and analyze the factors that influence success or failure at the Al Khoirot Gondanglegi Malang girls' Islamic boarding school in developing sewing skills learning. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data were collected using interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Hubman analysis technique, which consists of data reduction, data display, and verification stages. The results of this study show the development process through the stages of introducing sewing learning media, understanding the basics of sewing safety, teaching basic techniques, reading fabric patterns and making sewing patterns, simple sewing exercises, introducing sewing terms and procedures, introducing creative design, mass production skills, business management training, collaboration with industry, marketing and sales programs. In the final evaluation, female students were able to produce independently sewn products that were worthy of sale, such as simple clothes, games, buns, and teacher uniforms. This study concluded that project-based sewing training is an effective method for developing life skills and increasing the independence of female students. Recommendations for developing product designs, marketing strategies, and partnerships with various parties are strategic steps to improve the quality and competitiveness of female students' work. In addition, personal branding and the use of social media, as well as participation in local exhibitions, are compelling opportunities to expand marketing reach and support the development of female students' potential in a sustainable manner.

Legal Protection for Unrecorded Waqf: An Analytical Study at the Kuala Tungkal Religious Court

Ahmad Farhan Subhi — 2025-03-03

Unregistered Waqf is still a common problem in West Tanjung Jabung Regency, which can cause legal disputes and hinder the optimization of waqf benefits for the community. Many waqf assets are only declared verbally or through private deeds without official registration by applicable legal provisions. Therefore, this study aims to analyze legal protection for unregistered Waqf through the Waqf isbat mechanism at the Kuala Tungkal Religious Court and the role of judges in determining waqf isbat through legal ijtihad. This study uses a normative juridical method with a statute and conceptual approach. Research data were obtained through observation, interviews with judges at the Kuala Tungkal Religious Court, and studies of relevant documents. The results of the study indicate that waqf isbat is an effective legal instrument in providing legal protection for unregistered Waqf because court decisions can be the basis for nazhir to make official registrations at the Indonesian Waqf Agency (BWI) and the National Land Agency (BPN). Judges in deciding waqf isbat cases are not only guided by applicable regulations but also carry out legal ijtihad by considering maqashid al-shariah to ensure the benefit of Waqf and its legal certainty. However, there are obstacles in the implementation of waqf isbat, such as long administrative procedures and lack of coordination between related institutions, so it is necessary to simplify procedures and harmonize regulations to increase the effectiveness of waqf isbat in protecting unrecorded waqf assets. Thus, waqf isbat can be a more optimal legal solution in guaranteeing the legal status and sustainability of waqf benefits for Muslims in Indonesia.

Maqashid Sharia as a Framework for Innovation in Corruption Prevention

Eko Sudarmanto — 2025-03-09

This study examines the application of Maqashid Sharia as an innovation framework in corruption prevention. Corruption continues to be a major obstacle to good governance, harming public trust and socio-economic progress. Addressing this issue requires approaches that combine ethical principles with effective tools for monitoring and accountability. The study aims to evaluate the role of Maqashid Sharia in creating clean, transparent, and accountable governance. It also explores the integration of modern technologies, such as blockchain, with Maqashid Sharia to support a more effective monitoring system in the fight against corruption. The research method employed is a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis. Data was collected through a literature review, including articles, books, and other sources relevant to the concept of Maqashid Sharia and the innovation framework in corruption prevention. The results indicate that the application of Maqashid Sharia can enhance transparency, accountability, and justice in public resource management. Furthermore, the integration of technologies such as blockchain can strengthen efforts in corruption prevention by providing a more open and accountable system. However, challenges related to infrastructure and public understanding of technology must be addressed for the effective implementation of this approach.

Islamic Spirituality and Job Satisfaction on Teachers' Performance at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri in Southeast Sulawesi

Indira Yuana — 2025-03-24

This study analyzes the influence of Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction on teachers' performance. The primary focus is to examine how these two variables shape teacher performance within Islamic-based educational environments. A quantitative approach was employed using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method. The sample consisted of 165 teachers from state Islamic junior high schools (Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri) across Southeast Sulawesi Province. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, with validity and reliability tests conducted on the research instruments. The results indicate that Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction positively and significantly affect teacher performance. These findings suggest that spiritual values and job satisfaction play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of teacher performance. The study recommends strengthening spiritual aspects and workplace well-being as part of broader strategies to improve educational quality.

The Effect of 4C 5M Scientific Approach on Children's Memorization Achievement of Eighth Grade at MTs Tahfidz Yanbu'ul Qur'an Menawan Kudus

Achmad Syafiq Maimun — 2025-03-24

Tahfidz learning at MTs Pesantren Yanbu'ul Qur'an Menawan Kudus sets a target for eighth grade students to memorize 5 juz in one year as a condition for grade promotion. However, the achievement of santri memorization shows significant variations. Some students reach or exceed the target, while others are left behind. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the 4C 5M scientific approach on students' memorization achievement. This study used a correlative and quantitative approach, involving 153 8th-grade students as samples selected using the Simple Random Sampling technique. Data were obtained through memorization tests, questionnaires, and observations. The results showed that the 4C 5M Scientific approach contributed positively to the achievement of students' memorization, evidenced by the partial t-test results of 0.734> 0.05 and the determination of ability with R Square of 84.2%. Students who follow this method consistently improve memorization and quality of understanding. Therefore, this approach is recommended to improve students' memorization achievement in tahfidz educational institutions.

In the Realm of Reason: Al-Fârâbî's Logic and Language Paradigm

Fadhlur Rahman — 2025-03-26

Al-Farabi, an Islamic philosopher, focused on the correlation between logic and language, particularly regarding the process of reasoning. He classified logic into eight components, which align with the eight books of the Aristotelian Organon, and delineated logic as a system of rules governing thought. He asserted that the objectives of logic are to govern and direct reason towards correct thinking, establish measures to prevent mistakes and assign significance to comprehensible acknowledgments of error. As Aristotle's logic encompasses a set of methods aimed at effectively persuading others, regulating debate, uncovering truths, and attaining certainty, Al-Farabi regarded the formal rules of logic as heuristics (mental shortcuts that help people make quick decisions), rather than as laws of a scientific theory. He analogized logic to tools like rulers and compasses, which are employed to guarantee precision when measuring physical objects that are susceptible to errors. Further, he characterized it as a science based on rules that regulate the mental processes involved in comprehending abstract concepts served as the basis for Ibn Sina's subsequent enhancements. Al-Farabi's philosophy of logic and language is expounded in his writings, and he deserves to be regarded on par with Plato, Aristotle, Kant, and Hegel in this aspect of his work.

Crypto Currency Trading in Islam: An Attempt to Explore the Law amidst Technological Advances

Imam Sujono — 2025-04-25

This study aims to find out how the crypto trading law and the status of money generated from the trading results. This study uses a normative legal method with a descriptive analysis approach. Legal materials are obtained from the Bahtsul Masail decision of PWNU East Java, Bahtsul Masail with PWNU in Yogyakarta, and Bahtsul Masail Islamic Law Firm. The results of the study show that trading crypto is permitted by Islamic law as long as there is no gharar. This study implies that people who trade crypto must have sufficient knowledge about crypto currency.

Dynamics of Islamic Legal Theory (Ushul al-Fiqh) toward Addressing Challenges of Halal Products in the 21st Century

Ibnu Mas'ud — 2025-04-29

The worldwide halal industry has seen quick development within the 21st Century, went with by developing complexities driven by the globalization of supply chains, troublesome mechanical developments such as hereditary building, cell-based meat, and nanotechnology, as well as the expansion of halal items into non-food divisions such as beauty care products, pharmaceuticals, and advanced fund. These complexities demand legitimate Islamic direction that's both significant and versatile. This report analyzes the part of Usul al-Fiqh, the foundational strategy of Islamic law, that tends to modern challenges in halal item advancement. Utilizing a basic and efficient writing survey of legitimate scholarly sources and investigations of fatwas issued by driving Islamic education, this report analyzes how standards of Usul al-Fiqh—including Qiyas, Istihsan, Maslahah Mursalah, Istishab, Sadd al-Dhara'i', and 'Urf, guided by Maqasid al-Shariah—are connected to address developing issues. The key discoveries highlight the versatility of the Usul al-Fiqh system in standing up to present-day challenges while uncovering noteworthy impediments such as the harmonization of worldwide measures, confirmation over complex supply chains, and the need for integration with cutting-edge logical information. The part of advances such as DNA analysis and blockchain as confirmation devices is also investigated. Contrasts of supposition (ikhtilaf) among modern researchers are analyzed as a reflection of the energetic nature of ijtihad. The report concludes that Usul al-Fiqh remains a pertinent methodological and moral system inside present-day halal talk, although it requires persistent improvement and integration to react successfully to future challenges.

The Urgency of Multicultural Education in Building a Civil Society: The Perspective of Islamic Educational Philosophy

Masduki — 2025-03-22

Multicultural education is an urgent need in a pluralistic Indonesian society. This article examines the urgency of multicultural education from the perspective of Islamic educational philosophy as a foundation for building a tolerant, just, and inclusive civil society. This study collects and analyzes literature related to multicultural values in Islamic teachings and Islamic educational practices in Indonesia through a qualitative approach with a literature study method. The results of the study show that in the treasury of Islamic educational philosophy, there are fundamental principles that are in line with multicultural values, such as tolerance (tasamuh), justice ('adl), equality (musawah), respect for differences, and the spirit of deliberation (shura). Islam views diversity as part of the sunnatullah that cannot be avoided and must be addressed with mutual respect. However, the reality of Islamic education in Indonesia still shows the dominance of a normative-doctrinal approach, providing little space for cross-cultural dialogue and critical thinking. Therefore, a reconstruction of the paradigm of Islamic education that is inclusive and contextual is needed by instilling multicultural values in the curriculum, learning methods, and educational practices as a whole. Thus, Islamic education does not only function as a transmission of religious knowledge, but also as a tool for social transformation in building a harmonious civil society in diversity. This article highlights explicitly two main questions: (1) how multicultural values are integrated into Islamic educational philosophy, and (2) to what extent such integration contributes to forming a civil society. The main contribution of this study is to offer an integrative conceptual framework that combines Islamic values with the principles of multiculturalism, which can be used as a reference in developing inclusive and contextual Islamic educational policies and practices.