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Political Ideology and Indonesian Translation of the Qur'an Naufal Hidayatullah; Moh. Abdul Kholiq Hasan; Ainur Rhain; Kharis Nugroho
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.3199

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This study examines political ideology in Indonesian translations of the Qur'an. This study aims to analyze differences in word choice in the Qur'an that explain how political verses of the Qur'an are translated and interpreted in social, historical, and political contexts. Using a qualitative method based on literature study, this study examines the translations of the Ministry of Religious Affairs (2002 and 2019) and the Tafsir Al-Qur'anul Karim by Muhammad Yunus, focusing on verses related to politics. Linguistic-semantic and ideological analyses indicate significant differences that have implications for the nuances of meaning and political orientation. This study also identifies three ideological tendencies in understanding politics, including: traditionalist-authoritarian, revivalist-transformative, and modernist-contextual, which influence the reconstruction of the meaning of verses in translations. These findings confirm that translations of the Qur'an are not merely linguistic products, but ideological spaces influenced by the translator's social, political, and religious paradigms.
The Dynamics of Quranic Translation in Indonesia: Analyzing the Relationship between Modern Islamic Movements and the Development of Tafsiriyah Translation Haidar Edward Lumbantobing; Moh. Abdul Kholiq Hasan; Ainur Rhain; Kharis Nugroho; Andri Nirwana. AN
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.3200

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This study examines the dynamics of Qur'an translation in Indonesia, focusing on the relationship between modern Islamic movements and the development of tafsiriyah translations. Through a case study of the work of Muhammad Thalib, the leader of the Indonesian Mujahidin Council (MMI), this article shows that Qur'an translation not only functions as a religious or linguistic activity, but is also used as a political and ideological tool to fight for the formalization of Islamic law in national life. This study uses a library study method with a discourse analysis approach to the translated texts of Thalib's tafsiriyah and MMI movement documents. The results reveal that Thalib's tafsiriyah translations, particularly his work entitled Al-Qur'anul Karim: Tarjamah Tafsiriyah, were developed as a corrective response to the official translation of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, as well as a medium for disseminating Islamist discourse that emphasizes the enforcement of sharia in its entirety, rejection of religious pluralism, and criticism of the democratic system. Analysis of several key verses shows that Thalib's interpretation tends to direct the meaning of the verses according to the movement's agenda, such as emphasizing male leadership (Q.S. an-Nisa: 34), the state's obligation to collect zakat (Q.S. at-Taubah: 103), and the integrity of the implementation of sharia (Q.S. Ali Imran: 103). Thus, this article concludes that the development of tafsiriyah translations in Indonesia cannot be separated from the socio-political context after the 1998 Reformation, where Islamic movements utilized freedom of expression to fight for their ideological visions through the medium of translating holy books.
The Controversy over the Meaning of the Isim Isharah Dhalika and Hadha in the Qur'an: A Semantic Study by Toshihiko Izutsu and Its Application in the Tafsir of Al-Tanwir Matsaini Matsaini; Moh. Abdul Kholiq Hasan; Kharis Nugroho; Andri Nirwana AN
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i3.3277

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This research explores the linguistic and theological controversies regarding the use of isim isharah (pointing words) dhalika and hadha in the Qur'an, especially in Surah Al-Baqarah. The phenomenon of using the word far point (dhalika) for objects that are close textually often gives rise to semantic debate. Using Toshihiko Izutsu's semantic theory which includes basic meaning, relational meaning, and weltanschauung, as well as examining Tafsir Al-Tanwir as a contemporary model of interpretation, this study aims to uncover the dimension  of honorific distance behind the choice of diction. The methodology used is qualitative-descriptive with a content analysis approach. The results of the study showed that the use of dhalika in Surah Al-Baqarah (dominance 51.4%) and hadha (11.4%). The dominance of dhalika is not just a spatial indicator, but an instrument of ta'zim (transcendence) that forms the worldview of monotheism. Tafsir Al-Tanwir implements this meaning through a rational-progressive approach, linking the authority of revelation to modern human consciousness through the concept of "meaningful distance".
Comparative Study of the Concept of Human Creation in Qs. Al-Mu’minun Verses 12–14 Perspective of Hamka and Wahbah Zuhaili Anggi Mahendra; Ainur Rhain; Kharis Nugroho
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i2.3540

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This study aims to analyze the interpretation of Quranic embryology in Surah Al-Mu'minun, verses 12–14, according to Hamka in Tafsir al-Azhar and Wahbah Zuhaili in Tafsir al-Munir, and to identify similarities and differences in their interpretive methodologies. This study uses a qualitative approach with library research and a comparative interpretation method (tafsir muqaran). Primary data were obtained from the interpretation of Surah Al-Mu'minun, verses 12–14 in both tafsir books, while secondary data came from literature related to scientific interpretation, Quranic embryology, and contemporary interpretation methodology. Data collection was conducted through documentation and analyzed using content analysis. The results of this study indicate that Hamka and Wahbah Zuhaili both interpret the stages of human creation, from conception to conception, nufah, 'alaqah, mudghah, bone formation, wrapping with flesh, and the breathing of the soul, as evidence of God's power. However, Hamka emphasizes a narrative, reflective, and social approach by linking the verses to the development of science and human values. In contrast, Wahbah Zuhaili uses a systematic, linguistic, and theological approach with an emphasis on the aspects of monotheism and human resurrection. This study concludes that the differences in interpretation are influenced by the intellectual background and methodology of each exegete. This research contributes to the development of scientific and comparative interpretations in contemporary Qur'anic studies.
Interpretasi Qiwamah dalam Tafsir Klasik dan Kontemporer: Analisis Keadilan Gender Berbasis Maqashid Al-Syari‘ah Zakiyah Laili Maghfiroh; Kharis Nugroho
Ta’wiluna: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur'an, Tafsir dan Pemikiran Islam Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Ta’wiluna: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur’an, Tafsir dan Pemikiran Islam
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian, Penerbitan dan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (LP3M) IAIFA Kediri

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This study aims to analyze the concept of gender justice in Islamic family law through the perspective of maqashid al-syari’ah, with a particular focus on the concept of qiwamah. The main issue addressed in this research is the tendency to interpret religious texts literally, which often leads to unequal relations between husbands and wives in family life. This research employs a qualitative method with a normative approach based on library research, by examining classical exegetical works such as those of At-Ṭhabari, Ar-Razi, and Wahbah Az-Zuḥaili, and relating them to contemporary social realities. The findings indicate that the concept of qiwamah in classical interpretations is not understood as an absolute form of male superiority, but rather as a functional responsibility related to social and economic aspects. The maqashid al-syari’ah approach provides a more contextual analytical framework by emphasizing public welfare (maṣlaḥah) as the primary objective of Islamic law. In this perspective, the relationship between husband and wife is viewed as a partnership based on justice, cooperation, and mutual consultation. Therefore, gender justice in Islamic family law is not defined as absolute equality of roles, but as a fair, proportional, and contextual distribution of rights and obligations, enabling Islamic law to remain relevant and responsive to social dynamics.
A Semantic Distinction between Nafs and Qalb in the Qur'an Muhammad Alif Rizieq Fathan; Kharis Nugroho
Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity) 2025: Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

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Purpose: This study aims to analyze and compare the meanings of the terms nafs and qalb in the Qur'an. In many previous studies, these two terms are often treated as synonyms without sufficient linguistic and contextual analysis. This research seeks to clarify their semantic distinctions based on Qur'anic usage and classical exegetical explanations. Methodology: This study employs library research using the first variety of maudhu'i (thematic) interpretation. The analysis begins by tracing all Qur'anic verses containing the terms nafs and qalb along with their derivative forms. The basic meanings of each term are determined through Arabic-Arabic dictionaries, followed by contextual analysis based on classical Qur’anic commentaries that emphasize linguistic aspects. Results: The findings reveal that the term nafs is consistently used in the Qur’an to refer to human beings as complete entities, functioning as subjects of action and bearers of moral responsibility. In contrast, the term qalb refers to the inner center of human consciousness that functions to understand, believe, and respond to the truth. The study demonstrates that nafs and qalb are not used as absolute synonyms but occupy distinct semantic fields and functions within the Qur’anic discourse. Applications: This study reinforces the linguistic principle that differences in Qur’anic terminology indicate differences in meaning when supported by linguistic and contextual evidence. By applying the first variety of maudhu‘i interpretation, this research contributes to Qur’anic semantic studies and provides a methodological reference for distinguishing closely related Qur’anic terms based on textual usage rather than external conceptual assumptions.
Social and Educational Transformation Based on Amali Interpretation of QS. An-Nahl Verse 125 at the Madrasah Sabtu Ceria Iflahul Kamal; Kharis Nugroho; Yeti Dahliana
Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity) 2025: Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity)
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This study aims to analyze the implementation of the practical interpretation of QS. An-Nahl verse 125 in the Madrasah Sabtu Ceria program as a model of community-based non-formal Islamic education and its impact on social transformation in Kampung Gondang. The main focus of the study is on how the values of hikmah, mau'izhah hasanah, and mujadalah are implemented in the children's learning process and how this learning influences the religious behavior of children, families, and the wider community. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation of program managers, community leaders, student mentors, parents, and students. Data analysis was carried out descriptively-analytically through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions, with validity strengthened through triangulation of sources and methods. The results of the study indicate that the application of the practical interpretation of QS. An-Nahl verse 125 in Madrasah Sabtu Ceria is able to improve children's religiosity and morals, which are reflected in the habit of worship, polite behavior, and social awareness. Furthermore, children act as triggers for change in the family by encouraging parental involvement in religious activities. This impact extends to the community level through increased socio-religious participation, mutual cooperation, and collective solidarity. This study concludes that Islamic education based on practical interpretation in community-based semi-TPA institutions is effective as a strategy for cultural da'wah and social transformation at the grassroots level.