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The Recent Traditionalist Turn in Indonesian Islam After Conservatives: How its Engagement towards Urban Muslims Jati, Wasisto Raharjo; Yilmaz, Ihsan
Analisa: Journal of Social Science and Religion Vol 8, No 2 (2023): Analisa: Journal of Social Science and Religion
Publisher : Balai Penelitian dan Pengembangan Agama Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18784/analisa.v8i2.2116

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The recent Indonesian Islamic wave in Indonesia appears to be inclined towards a traditionalist turn. This turn specifically denotes the ascendancy of traditional Islamic teachings as the forefront in Indonesia. The resurgence of traditionalism has consequently led to a decline in the influence of conservatives, that has dominated public preferences from the 2000s to early 2014. While these new waves are likely to persist due to strong government support for religious moderation programs. They provoke both favorable and unfavorable perspectives among urban Muslims. In light of this contentious stance, this paper seeks to explore why urban Muslims display a reluctance towards the traditionalist shift. To address this inquiry, the research employs critical discourse analysis based on literature reviews. The primary finding of this discussion is that as the traditionalist movement extends its influence into urban environments, urban Muslims communities tend to align themselves with conservative ideologies. This poses a challenge for traditionalists aiming to alter religious preferences in urban areas.
Reevaluating Approaches to Religious Moderation at the Grassroots Level: The Role of Muslim Youth in Advancing Interfaith Dialogue Jati, Wasisto; Syamsurijal, Syamsurijal; Halimatusa'diah, Halimatusa'diah; Aji, Gutomo; Yilmaz, Ihsan
Al-Jami'ah: Journal of Islamic Studies Vol 62, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Al-Jami'ah Research Centre

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/ajis.2024.621.185-213

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This paper examines the potential role of Muslim youth as alternative partners in fostering religious moderation at the grassroots level. It identifies two central issues in current religious moderation policies in Indonesia: (1) an overemphasis on programs aimed at security and deradicalization, which overshadow initiatives that encourage harmonious inter- and intra-religious relationships, and (2) a predominantly top-down approach that limits grassroots participation, particularly among young people. These challenges expose gaps in policy strategies and highlight unequal public engagement in religious moderation efforts led by the government. Addressing these concerns, the study proposes alternative policy strategies that actively involve Muslim youth, who bring their own understanding of religious moderation cultivated through participation in various Islamic organizations and youth forums. This study adopts a qualitative research methodology, incorporating data from in-depth interviews with students, academics, and activists; direct observations of interfaith dialogue groups and communities; and document analysis. Fieldwork was conducted in Semarang and Yogyakarta—cities renowned for their robust interfaith dialogue networks and advocacy in Indonesia. The paper ultimately argues that Muslim youth’s active involvement in interfaith dialogue is a viable strategy to expand engagement at the grassroots level, especially among marginalized communities or those disadvantaged by hierarchical religious moderation policies.[Tulisan ini mengkaji peran muda-mudi muslim sebagai mitra alternatif dalam implementasi moderasi beragama di tingkat akar rumput. Ada dua permasalahan yang perlu digarisbawahi terkait kebijakan moderasi beragama: 1) program yang berorientasi pada keamanan dan deradikalisasi lebih besar daripada upaya membangun keharmonisan hubungan antar/intra umat beragama dalam kebijakan moderasi beragama, 2) pendekatan top-down tidak mengakomodasi partisipasi dari bawah khususnya generasi muda. Kedua permasalahan ini menimbulkan kesenjangan antara strategi kebijakan dan respons masyarakat terhadap program moderasi beragama yang dilakukan pemerintah. Berangkat dari permasalahan tersebut, tulisan ini menawarkan alternatif strategi kebijakan yang melibatkan generasi muda, yang mempunyai definisi tersendiri mengenai moderasi beragama melalui keterlibatan mereka dalam beberapa organisasi Islam dan forum kepemudaan lainnya. Tulisan ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan data berupa hasil wawancara mendalam dengan mahasiswa, akademisi, dan aktivis; observasi langsung pada kelompok/komunitas dialog antaragama; dan analisis dokumen. Penelitian lapangan dilakukan di Semarang dan Yogyakarta, dua kota di Indonesia yang memiliki jaringan dan advokasi dialog antaragama yang baik. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa keterlibatan generasi muda dalam dialog antaragama dapat menjadi strategi alternatif untuk menjangkau lebih banyak komunitas di tingkat akar rumput, terutama kelompok masyarakat yang menyandang status minoritas dan posisi yang tidak terfasilitasi akibat kebijakan moderasi beragama yang bersifat hierarkis.]
Revisiting Women's Piety Movements in the Indonesian Context Jati, Wasisto Raharjo; Syamsurijal, Syamsurijal; Halimatusa'diah, Halimatusa'diah; Yilmaz, Ihsan; Rahmiati, Dini
Studia Islamika Vol. 31 No. 2 (2024): Studia Islamika
Publisher : Center for Study of Islam and Society (PPIM) Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36712/sdi.v31i2.38754

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The current Islamic studies literature focusing on women’s expression in Indonesia remains understudied. It still presents a scholarly challenge for current Islamic studies to address the issue of ideal expressed space for women. This mainly includes women’s positions and roles in society and their concerns about public issues. Addressing this puzzle, this paper aims to analyse how Islam affirmatively can address women’s expression as individuals and members of social groups. This paper employs critical discourse analysis by cultivating theoretical frameworks such as the debate between feminism and Islamic understandings of women. The findings of this study show that the need for inclusive public space for women to express their concerns while keeping their Islamic faith is imminent. This paper also further investigates how three women movements build up their expressed spaces and their impact on society.