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Islamic Legal Perspectives on Rewarding Worship (Īṣāl al-Thawāb) to the Deceased: A Comparative Study of Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama Hamdi. R, Khairul; Day, George Soros Setiawan; Fadhlullah, Fathan; Ashufah, Abdul Hayyaqdhan
Al-Risalah VOLUME 25 NO 2, NOPEMBER (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/al-risalah.vi.55225

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This study examines the contrasting legal perspectives of Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) on the practice of bestowing the rewards of worship (īṣāl al-thawāb) to the deceased—an enduring and widespread tradition among many Indonesian Muslims. The purpose of this research is to explore the theological and methodological foundations underlying each organization's stance and to identify the broader implications of these differing views for Islamic legal discourse in Indonesia. Employing a qualitative, comparative approach, the study utilizes literature-based analysis and in-depth interviews to investigate fatwas issued by Muhammadiyah’s Tarjih Council and NU’s Bahtsul Masail. The findings reveal a sharp divergence: Muhammadiyah rejects the practice, considering it unsupported by scriptural evidence and classifying it as bid‘ah (religious innovation), while NU legitimizes the practice based on ijmaʿ (consensus), qiyās (analogy), and long-standing tradition, especially in communal rituals like tahlilan. The originality of this research lies in its focused comparison of the legal reasoning (istinbāṭ al-ḥukm) used by Indonesia’s two largest Islamic organizations, which reflects deeper epistemological tensions between scripturalist and traditionalist orientations in contemporary Islamic jurisprudence. The study has broader implications for understanding how Islamic authority is negotiated in pluralistic societies and how divergent methodologies shape religious practices at the grassroots level. These findings contribute to ongoing discussions on the role of legal pluralism, tradition, and reform in shaping Indonesian Islamic identity.
Financial management in Muslim families: Amina Wadud’s feminist perspective on gender equality Fadhlullah, Fathan
Jurnal Anifa: Studi Gender dan Anak Vol 6 No 2 (2025): December 2025
Publisher : Pusat Studi Gender dan Anak

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/anifa.v6i2.11037

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This study explores financial management within Muslim families from the perspective of Islamic feminism, focusing on the thought of Amina Wadud, who emphasizes the principle of gender equality. In many traditional contexts, financial decision-making is predominantly controlled by husbands, while wives are largely confined to managing domestic expenditures. Such practices are often reinforced by patriarchal cultural norms and conservative interpretations of religious texts. Employing a normative qualitative approach with a library research method, this study analyzes Qur’anic exegesis, Islamic feminist scholarship, and academic literature on gender equality to identify values of justice and collaboration in family financial arrangements. The analysis demonstrates that Amina Wadud’s perspective supports a participatory model of financial management, in which both spouses are equally involved in planning, allocating, and deciding on household finances. This model reflects a more equitable framework and aligns with the ethical principles of justice within Islamic teachings. Women’s active participation in financial decision-making contributes to improved family well-being and greater household economic resilience. However, the persistence of cultural resistance and rigid religious interpretations remains a significant challenge. Therefore, this study underscores the importance of gender equality education, women’s empowerment, and policy reform as strategic efforts to promote justice and balance in the financial structures of Muslim families.