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Al-Jarh wa Ta'dil Method Buku Siyar A'lam an-Nubala by Az-Dzahabi Case Study of Ibn Darastaweh Syamsudin; Dadah; Muhammad Al Mighwar; Engkos Kosasih
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v8i2.1473

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The aim of this research is to explore the methodology of writing the book Siyar A'alam an-Nubala by al-Hafidzh Az-Dzahabi as a practice of rijal science, both Tarikh ruwat and Jarh wa Ta'dil. Because with these two disciplines we can trace the credibility of a rijal (narrator) and find out about the history of the narrator. One of the writing methods in Tarikh Ruwat is the thabaqat style. And in this case, we will present the book Siyar A'alam an-Nubala to examine its writing method so that the author hopes that scholars, especially activists in the field of hadith, can find out the description of the book and the technicalities of its use. This writing uses the library research method, with a qualitative approach. And the author also presents sample cases discussed in the book as practice for analyzing the results of this research.
Jarh wa Ta'dil Analysis Study: Biographical Analysis of Ibn Shihab Az-Zuhri's Hadith History Ujang Sahid; Dadah
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v8i3.1543

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This case The objective of the study is to conduct a thorough analysis of biography of a prominent hadith transmitter, namely Ibnu Shihab Az-Zuhri, in the context of Islamic hadith scholarship. Ibnu Shihab Az-Zuhri is Recognized as one of the most influential hadith Academics in his generation additionally is one of the main intermediaries in conveying the hadith legacy of the Prophet Muhammad SAW to the next generation.In this study, we will present a comprehensive review of Ibn Shihab Az-Zuhri's background, education, method of narration, and scientific contribution to the dissemination and understanding of hadith. We will explore relevant primary sources, including hadith books and biographical literature, and evaluate the reliability and credibility of existing information.Through an analytical approach, we will describe various aspects of Ibn Shihab Az-Zuhri's scholarship, including narration style, assessment criteria, and the influence of his contribution on the development of hadith science. We will also highlight his role in transmitting the Prophet's traditions to subsequent generations, as well as his influence on the development of hadith thought.By deepening understanding of Ibn Shihab Az-Zuhri's biography as a hadith transmitter, This study is anticipated to provide a substantial contribution to the study of Islamic hadith science. Apart from that, the results of this Analysis has the potential to also be an important reference for researchers and hadith reviewers in understanding the crucial historical and scientific context of hadith transmitters in the Islamic tradition.
Biographical Analysis of Ibn Ishaq's Hadith in the Study of Jarh Wa Ta'dil Neni Nurjanah; Tajul Arifin; Dadah
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v8i3.1544

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This paper discusses the analysis of the biography of Muhammad bin Ishaq bin Yasar (Ibnu Ishaq) in the context of Jarh wa Ta'dil, a branch of hadith studies that evaluates the quality of hadith transmitters. Ibnu Ishaq is known as an influential Islamic historian, but his role as a hadith narrator has often been criticized by scholars. This study covers a brief biography of Ibnu Ishaq, the criticisms (jarh) against him, and the defenses (ta'dil) he received. Criticisms of Ibnu Ishaq include allegations of tadlis (concealing transmitters), weaknesses in the chain of narration (sanad), and negative views from scholars such as Yahya bin Ma'in and Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal. Nonetheless, Ibnu Ishaq's significant contributions to Islamic history are recognized by several prominent scholars. The paper concludes that a deep understanding of the context and methods of Ibnu Ishaq's transmission is necessary to appreciate his contributions without neglecting the fundamental principles of hadith studies.
The Impact of Globalization and Migration on Regional Hadith Studies Abdullah Arafah; Ammar Makarim; Neni Nurlaela; Dadah
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.2944

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This study examines the impact of globalization and migration patterns on the development of regional Hadith studies in the context of the contemporary Muslim world. As the second authoritative source in Islam, Hadith has undergone dynamic processes of transmission, interpretation, and adaptation that vary across different Muslim regions. Using a qualitative approach through literature review and comparative analysis, this research identifies three main patterns emerging as a result of globalization and migration: (1) methodological hybridization in Hadith studies that blends local traditions with transnational approaches; (2) the transformation of Hadith authority from a hierarchical-traditional model to a more complex global network; and (3) the recontextualization of Hadith to address specific socio-cultural challenges in various regions. The findings reveal that globalization and migration have facilitated the exchange of Hadith knowledge across regions, creating a new "geography of Hadith knowledge" that transcends traditional territorial boundaries. However, this study also highlights the tensions between universalizing and particularizing tendencies in regional Hadith studies, where efforts are made to preserve local cultural identities while adopting transnational methodologies. The implications of these findings underscore the need for a new analytical framework in Hadith studies that accommodates spatial-territorial dimensions and the dynamics of knowledge mobility in the global era.
Comparison of the Manuscripts of the Book As-Sunan As-Sughra Wa Al-Kubra Lil Baihaqi: Analysis of the Compilation Methodology Dede Muhamad Wahyudin; Hanhan Suherlan; Rizzaldy Satria Wiwaha; Dadah; Mulyana, Mulyana
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.2945

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This study aims to analyze the manuscripts of As-Sunan as-Sughrā and As-Sunan al-Kubrā by al-Imām al-Bayhaqī (d. 458 H), two monumental works in the treasury of Islamic hadith that represent the peak of the development of codification and systematization of hadith-based law in the 5th century H. The study focuses on philological, methodological, and epistemological aspects, including the structure of the compilation, reference sources, and the principles of sanad and matan criticism applied by al-Bayhaqi. The research method used is qualitative through library research, with an approach of classical and comparative manuscript analysis of various printed editions and available digital manuscripts. The results of the study indicate that As-Sunan al-Kubrā functions as an encyclopedia of hadith law with a comprehensive thematic systematics, while As-Sunan as-Sughrā is a concise and selective version compiled for the practical needs of fiqh. Methodologically, al-Bayhaqi presents an integration between the approaches of hadith scholars and fiqh scholars (jam‘ bayna al-madrasatayn), making his work an important bridge between the traditions of riwayah and dirayah. Manuscript analysis also reveals several textual variants and editorial differences that have implications for legal understanding in Shafi‘i fiqh literature. Thus, this study emphasizes the importance of philological studies of al-Bayhaqi’s work to strengthen understanding of the evolution of hadith epistemology and classical Islamic law.
Comparison of the Trilogy of Imam Ath-Thabarānī's Works: Al-Mu'jam Al-Kabīr, Al-Mu'jam Ash-Shaghīr and Al-Mu'jam Al-Awsath (Analysis of Compilation Methodology) Rakhmat Fitrah Ramdhani; Milzam Priambodo; Rizzaldy Satria Wiwaha; Dadah; Mohamad Anton Athoillah
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.2946

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This paper analyzes the trilogy of mu'jam by Imam Abū al-Qāsim Sulaimān bin Aḥmad ath-Thabarānī (260–360 H): Al-Mu'jam al-Kabīr, Al-Mu'jam al-Awsath, and Al-Mu'jam ash-Shaghīr. This study uses a library method and a hadith science approach through a comparison of primary sources of study, namely the three ath-Thabarānī trilogies as canonical sources of hadith that complement the treasury of hadith science, then supported by various books related to hadith science as secondary sources of research. The focus of the study includes the methodology of compilation, the character of the curation of the narration, and the comparative value of the three for hadith studies—especially access to sanad verification and mapping of transmission paths which aim to understand the contents of each Mu’jam and analyze its function and contribution to sanad verification and path studies. Methodologically, al-Kabīr is arranged according to the musnad of the companions alphabetically (starting with Khulafā' Rāshidīn, then 'asyarah al-mubashsharūn), thus facilitating the consolidation of all narrations per companion. Al-Awsath is organized by the names of the teachers (shuyūkh) of Thabarānī and functions as a "bank of unique/gharīb" traditions, often accompanied by 'ilal commentary on the uniqueness of the lines. ash-Shaghīr is also based on shuyūkh; its primary purpose is to catalog teachers—generally one hadith per teacher—with a brief biographical introduction. The comparison reveals three layers of function: (1) al-Kabīr as a comprehensive "data lake"; (2) al-Awsath as a complement of perspectives through gharā'ib; (3) ash-Shaghīr as a practical index of transmission networks. The contemporary relevance of this study, as concluded, is evident in the ease of replicating the mu'jam model for digital databases—searching by companion/teacher, auditing lines, and tiered curation for teaching and research. Thus, this trilogy provides a rich framework for sanad criticism and ethical development through the expansion of the corpus of pedagogically and academically valuable traditions.
Contextualization of Hadith in Culture and Locality: A Study of the Thoughts of M. Syuhudi Ismail Dede Miftah; Fatahillah Aly; Dadah
al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/afkarjournal.v9i1.2948

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This study aims to examine the contextualization of hadith in relation to culture and locality by highlighting the contributions of classical and modern scholars, including the Indonesian hadith figure, M. Syuhudi Ismail. Through a qualitative approach with library research methods, this study examines classical literature such as the works of Imam Malik, al-Syafi‘ī, al-Ghazālī, al-Syāṭibī, and Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah, as well as contemporary literature from Fazlur Rahman, Amin Abdullah, and M. Syuhudi Ismail. The analysis is conducted descriptively and analytically to trace the relationship between the hadith text, the socio-cultural context, and the maqāṣid al-syarī‘ah. The results show that the contextualization of hadith is a scientific effort to maintain the relevance of the prophetic message amidst the dynamics of diverse societies and cultures. In M. Syuhudi Ismail's view, the understanding of hadith cannot be separated from the elements of space, time, and culture. He proposed a distinction between universal, temporal, and local values ​​in hadith and emphasized the importance of a balance between the authenticity of the sanad and the validity of understanding (ṣaḥīḥ al-fahm). His idea asserted that hadith must be understood through an integration of textual, historical, and cultural approaches so that its teachings remain a living tradition in society. This research asserts that the contextualization of hadith is a continuity between the turāth tradition and modern methodological renewal, where culture and locality become media to actualize the universal values ​​of the sunnah in the reality of humanity.