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La ilaha illallah: Understanding Tawhid and Its Practice in English for Islamic Studies Salma Faizatun Nuha; Aulia Nasywa Muyassar; Nurhalisa Ismail; Agung Pranoto Kadiatmadja
Jurnal Hadratul Madaniyah Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Hadratul Madaniyah
Publisher : ​Institute for Researches and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/jhm.v13i1.11777

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This study explores the multidimensional meaning of La ilaha illallah (“There is no god but Allah”) through an analysis of its theological significance, linguistic structure, and pedagogical application within the discipline of English for Islamic Studies (EIS). Using a qualitative descriptive approach based on library research, the study synthesizes insights from classical tafsir, modern linguistic theory, and Islamic educational thought to uncover the epistemological and ethical dimensions of Tawhid. The findings reveal that La ilaha illallah functions simultaneously as a theological declaration, a linguistic construct, and an educational framework. Linguistically, it unites negation and affirmation to form a coherent structure of truth that mirrors divine logic. Theologically, it encapsulates the essence of Tawhid, defining the relationship between belief, knowledge, and moral responsibility. Pedagogically, it serves as a faith-based model for integrating theology into language learning, allowing students to engage critically and spiritually with English as a medium of understanding revelation. By introducing La ilaha illallah as an epistemological foundation for EIS, this study proposes that language instruction rooted in Tawhid can enhance students’ linguistic precision, intercultural competence, and spiritual consciousness. Ultimately, it redefines language learning as a sacred act of intellectual worship, bridging revelation and reason within the holistic framework of Islamic education.
Tauhid As The Foundation of Inner Peace: A Study from The Perspective of The Qur’an and Islamic Psychology Rodiyatam Mardiah; Safira Rahima Bajubair; Agung Pranoto Kadiatmaja
Journal Of Psychology, Counseling And Education Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58355/psy.v4i1.83

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This study explores Tawheed (the Oneness of God) as a psychological foundation for attaining Al-Nafs al-Mutmainnah (the tranquil soul) within the framework of Islamic psychology. It examines how Tawheed and Dhikr function as theological as theological and cognitive mechanisms that foster inner peace and emotional stability. Employing a library-based qualitative approach, this research analyzes classical Islamic texts and contemporary psychological studies to identify conceptual and empirical intersections. The analysis reveals that Tawheed, when internalized through spiritual cognition and ethical alignment, restructures human perceptions of anxiety, attachment, and self-control, producing a coherent sense of meaning and security. Furthermore, Dhikr practices demonstrate neuropsychological effects, including increased prefrontal cortex activity related to emotional regulation and reduced amygdala activation associated with fear responses, threby supporting their therapeutic value. These findings indicate that integrating Tawheed-based cognition with Dhikr practices forms a validated model for spiritual resilience and emotional well-being. The study concludes that Islamic psychology provides a holistic paradigm of mental health that bridges theological belief, psychological functioning, and neuroscientific evidence.
A Classical Study on Istighāthah and the Boundaries of Shirk in Islamic Creed Alya Fasya; Annafi'atuz Zahro'; Agung Pranoto Kadiatmaja
Aslama: Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Konsultan Jurnal Ilmiah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63738/aslama.v2i4.45

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This study examines the contribution of classical creedal literature in explaining the concept of istighāthah and defining the boundaries of shirk in Islamic theology, while also assessing its relevance to contemporary istighāthah practices that often spark debate among Muslims. Using a qualitative descriptive approach and library research methods, this study traces the major works of scholars to find the principles of faith used to determine whether a request for help is a valid act of worship or has crossed the boundaries of tawhid into shirk. The results of the study show that there are three main principles that are strongly emphasized by classical scholars: attributing divine attributes to creatures, transferring mahdah worship to other than Allah, and inner beliefs that place creatures as independent owners of supernatural abilities. These three principles have proven to remain relevant in addressing the problems of modern istighāthah, especially in distinguishing between worldly requests for help, tawassul that is still within the corridor of sharia, and supernatural requests that contain elements of shirk. This study emphasizes the importance of examining contemporary religious practices through the framework of classical creed so that the community can understand the difference between reverence, tawassul, and forms of divine attribution that are not permitted in Islam.