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Islamization in Haminjon: A Study of Business Morality in Batak Entrepreneurial Networks Syahrial Arif Hutagalung; Gatot Teguh Arifyanto; Fauzan Ghafur; Rika Githamala Ginting; Yessi Kurnia Arjani Manik
Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies
Publisher : KURAS Institute

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/biis.v4i2.1571

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This study examines the interaction between Islamic values and Batak traditions in the business practices of Muslim entrepreneurs in North Sumatra, focusing on haminjon (frankincense), which holds both spiritual and economic significance for Batak society. Unlike previous research that rarely explores the integration of religion and custom in trade, this study employs a qualitative ethnographic approach. Fieldwork was conducted over three months (April–June 2025) in Doloksanggul and Balige, involving seven participants: three Batak Muslim entrepreneurs, two haminjon traders, one customary leader, and one local ustaz. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, and examined using thematic coding to identify negotiation patterns between adat and Islam. The findings indicate that Islamization in this context does not occur through doctrinal enforcement but rather through moral diplomacy, ethical conduct, and everyday commercial practices. Muslim entrepreneurs continue to uphold kinship ties and customary obligations, while reinterpreting them through Islamic principles such as honesty, justice, rejection of usury, and social responsibility. Within this process, haminjon serves as both a cultural and economic bridge, shifting from a ritual object into a symbol of halal trade and moral integrity. Theoretically, this study proposes a contextual model of Islamic business ethics rooted in local values yet adaptable to cultural pluralism. Practically, it underscores trade as a medium of Islamization, showing that the integration of religion and tradition occurs through productive reinterpretation that strengthens collective identity and supports sustainable development.
Navigating Tradition and Territory: The Islamic Business Ethics of Minangkabau Traders in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia Muslim Marpaung; Irma Suryani Lubis; Syahrial Arif Hutagalung; Yessi Kurnia Arjani Manik; Jufri Naldo
Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/biis.v4i2.1658

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This study explores Islamic economics and business anthropology with a focus on the commercial ethics of the Minangkabau diaspora in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. The central problem addressed is the growing challenge faced by diaspora Muslim entrepreneurs in maintaining Islamic business ethics and cultural identity while navigating increasingly competitive market environments and multicultural business interactions. In Southeast Asia, cross-border trade among ethnic communities continues to expand, yet reports of declining ethical practice and weakened cultural ties in diaspora business networks raise concerns for the sustainability of moral economic conduct. These conditions underscore the urgency to investigate how traditional Islamic values and Minangkabau customs are preserved, negotiated, and transformed within contemporary business settings. This research aims to understand the internalization of Islamic values and Minangkabau adat within the business practices of migrant traders, as well as how these values adapt to Malaysian socio-cultural contexts. Employing a qualitative method with an ethnographic approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis involving 10 key informants consisting of Minangkabau traders and community leaders in Negeri Sembilan. Thematic data analysis highlights the dynamic interplay between religious principles, customary norms, and economic behavior. Findings reveal that Minangkabau traders uphold Islamic business ethics through the values of honesty, trust, and ukhuwah, while simultaneously adjusting to local business norms and regulations. Their ethical approach forms a contextual model of entrepreneurship that balances spiritual commitments with economic pragmatism. This study contributes to the formulation of the concept of Islamic Entrepreneurial Diaspora, offering an integrative model for understanding how Islamic belief systems interact with local culture in cross-national economic practices. The discovery provides theoretical enrichment to Islamic business ethics discourse and demonstrates the enduring importance of local cultural values in navigating global commercial pressures.
From Classroom to Ideological Space: The Formation of Radicalism in the Academic Environment Misrah; Nurcahaya; Ismail; Hutagalung, Syahrial Arif
Pena Justisia: Media Komunikasi dan Kajian Hukum Vol. 23 No. 1 (2024): Pena Justisia
Publisher : Faculty of Law, Universitas Pekalongan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31941/pj.v23i3.5727

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Radicalism remains a significant concern in Indonesia, particularly inside the educational setting. This study seeks to comprehend the phenomena of radicalism among students, particularly among Islamic Religious Universities (PTKI). Data was acquired using a qualitative technique through interviews, observations, focus group discussions, and surveys at five PTKIs in Sumatra. Significant findings indicate that approximately 50% of students acknowledge the presence of radical ideology on their campuses, however their understanding of the term of radicalism varies. Women have been recognized for their roles in radical organizations, serving as both recruiters and logistical supporters. This study's result underscores the necessity for enhanced literacy on radicalism among students, as well as the imperative to elevate understanding of women's participation in radical movements, which necessitates academic and legislative measures to disrupt the cycle of radicalism..