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LOCAL WISDOM TECHNOLOGY: The Bintang Lhee as Qibla Direction Instrument in Contemporary Aceh Machzumy, Machzumy; Abdou, Ousmane Salifou; Mursyid, Andi Miftahul Maulidil
Journal of Contemporary Islam and Muslim Societies Vol 9, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : UIN Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/jcims.v9i2.25854

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This qualitative case study explores Bintang Lhee, a traditional Acehnese astronomical method for determining the qibla direction through naked-eye observation of three aligned stars (Alnitak, Alnilam, and Mintaka). The study highlights its technical characteristics and its cultural-religious significance as a form of local wisdom integrating astronomy, faith, and Acehnese identity. Despite its observational limitations, Bintang Lhee represents valuable indigenous knowledge. This study suggests that incorporating such traditional methods into contemporary scholarship can enrich interdisciplinary research in cultural astronomy and indigenous knowledge systems. Keywords: Local Wisdom Technology, Bintang Lhee, Qibla Direction Instrument, Contemporary Aceh
The Role of Women in the Rukyat Hilal According to the North Aceh Ulema Consultative Assembly Machzumy Machzumy; Badrun Taman
Jurnal Ilmiah Mizani: Wacana Hukum, Ekonomi Dan Keagamaan Vol 9, No 2 (2022): October
Publisher : Faculty of Sharia (Islamic Law) at Fatmawati Sukarno State Islamic University Bengkulu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29300/mzn.v9i2.2915

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The Role of Women in Rukyat Hilal According to the North Aceh Ulema Consultative Assembly (MPU). Rukyat hilal is a method used to determine the beginning and end of the month of Kamariah. And along with the birth of the Falak Science study program in Indonesia, many also mastered falak science. One of the interesting things is the existence of female phallic experts and their role in determining the beginning of the Hijri month. This rukyat hilal activity is carried out collectively by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the Ulema Consultative Assembly, BMKG and other community groups. From this background, the author is interested in studying the role of women in seeing hilal in North Aceh Regency based on the perspective of MPU. This research is a qualitative research, with a field approach (field research). The data collection method uses interview and documentation techniques. The results of this study show that the role of a woman in determining the beginning and end of the month in North Aceh according to the Majelis Permusyawaratan Ulama Aceh Utara there are two. First, if a woman is only a participant who participates in the Rukyat Hilal event, then this is allowed. Second, if a woman reports seeing hilal, then her testimony is not considered valid and rejected.
Metodologi Penentuan Arah Kiblat Menggunakan Google Earth: Pendekatan Saintifik Dalam Kajian Fikih Ibadah Machzumy, Machzumy
Mustaneer : Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Mustaneer: Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization
Publisher : PT. Student Rihlah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61630/mjitc.v2i1.48

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Determining the direction of the Qiblah is one of the valid conditions for performing Islamic prayer (salat), with strong normative foundations in the Qur'an and Hadith. The advancement of geospatial technology, particularly Google Earth, opens new horizons in Qiblah determination methodology that is more accessible to the general public. This study aims to: (1) comprehensively analyze the methodological procedure for determining the Qiblah direction using Google Earth; (2) examine its scientific validity through comparison with the Vincenty Formula as the international geodetic standard; and (3) elaborate a contemporary jurisprudential (fiqh) framework on the use of digital technology in the context of Islamic worship. A qualitative-comparative method was employed with extensive library research and field observation at 20 representative locations across Indonesia. Results indicate that Google Earth, when used with proper procedures, achieves Qiblah determination accuracy with an average deviation of ±0.32 degrees from Vincenty Formula calculations, surpassing the tolerance threshold established by national astronomical standards. The fiqh analysis concludes that the use of Google Earth falls within the category of ijtihad bi al-'ilm and aligns with maqashid al-shari'ah in facilitating higher-quality worship. This research recommends the development of national standard protocols for geospatial technology use in Qiblah determination.
Digital Ijtihad in Determining the Direction of Qibla: Analysis of Accuracy and Limitations of Augmented Reality-Based Applications Abdulloh Hasan; Imam Labib Hibaurrohman; Machzumy Machzumy; Hikmah Wahyu Sodri
Syarah: Jurnal Hukum Islam dan Ekonomi Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): SYARAH : Jurnal Hukum Islam dan Ekonomi
Publisher : Fakultas Syariah Universitas Islam Negeri Sultanah Nahrasiyah Lhokseumawe

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47766/syarah.v14i2.6755

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Technological developments have given rise to more than 500 qibla direction measurement applications on Google Playstore, but validation of their accuracy in locations with specific geographical challenges, such as the mountainous topography of Baturraden, has been minimal. Moreover, visitors from outside the area often rely solely on the direction of the prayer mat and do not pay attention to the accuracy of the actual qibla direction. This study aims to analyze the accuracy of qibla direction measurements using Android applications with Augmented Reality (AR) camera technology in prayer rooms and mosques in the tourist location of Baturraden as a form of ijtihad to obtain legal certainty regarding the qibla direction. This study is a field study with a qualitative approach. Qibla direction measurements were taken at eight locations using five different applications: NU Online Super Apps, Duff Qibla Finder, Miqat, Kompas Kiblat (AR), and Arah Kiblat (AR). The results show that most applications performed well, with measurement differences between applications ranging from 0⁰ to 1⁰, which is considered accurate according to Thomas Djamaludin's tolerance. However, the key finding of this study was the significant variation in performance and constraints. The Duff Qibla Finder application showed poor performance and did not refer to the correct qibla direction, as well as using a measurement scale of 65°-435°. In addition, the accuracy of the application was greatly influenced by environmental factors at the research location, such as degradation.
Integrating Al-Syāfi‘I Thought and Geospatial Instruments: Google Earth as Qibla Calibration Tools in Aceh Machzumy Machzumy; Kusdiyana Kusdiyana; Muhammad Khalil Mubarraq
Astroislamica: Journal of Islamic Astronomy Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Astroislamica: Journal of Islamic Astronomy (June)
Publisher : Islamic Astronomy Department, Sharia and Law Faculty

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47766/astroislamica.v5i1.7840

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In Aceh Province, where the Syāfi‘I school of jurisprudence predominates, the principle of jihāt al-Kaaba has traditionally guided Muslim communities in determining the qibla. This study explores the intersection between classical jurisprudential perspectives and contemporary geospatial approaches, focusing on the extent to which mosques across Aceh are aligned with the Kaaba. Empirical data were collected through the measurement of mosque orientations and their comparison with the astronomically determined direction of the qibla. The findings reveal a measurable divergence between traditional mosque alignments and precise geospatial calculations. On average, the surveyed mosques are oriented at 289.91350 (2890 54’ 48”), while the exact direction of the jihāt al-Kaaba is 292.55050 (2920 33’ 1”). This discrepancy results in a mean deviation of 2.6370 (20 38’ 13”), with considerable variation at the individual mosque level. The Great Mosque Sulthan Jeumpa in Bireun demonstrates the highest accuracy, deviating only 0.320 (00 19’ 12”), while the Great Mosque Lhoksukon in North Aceh shows the largest misalignment at 16.980 (160 58’ 48”). These variations highlight the uneven application of qibla determination methods, ranging from traditional observational practices to modern geospatial technologies. The integration of tools such as Google Earth provides communities with not only practical accuracy but also spiritual reassurance, reinforcing confidence in qibla orientation. Ultimately, this study underscores the importance of combining fiqh based principles with contemporary scientific methods to ensure both symbolic fidelity and empirical precision in religious practice.