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From Content Creators to Zakat Payers: The Fatwa of Indonesian Ulema Council and the Rise of Digital Fiqh Kurniawan, Edi; Ahmad, Humaira; Muhamad Zaenal Muttaqin
Islamic Law and Social Issues in Society Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Islamic Law and Social Issues in Society
Publisher : Tuah Foundation

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64929/ilsiis.v1i2.9

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This article examines the juridical transformation of digital content creators into zakat payers within the framework of contemporary Islamic law. The rapid expansion of Indonesia’s digital creative economy, with professions such as YouTubers and Instagram celebrities earning substantial yet fluctuating incomes, raises urgent questions regarding the applicability of classical zakat provisions to modern revenue models. Therefore, this article critically analyzes the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Fatwa No. 1 of 2024 on Zakat for Digital Content Creators, issued during the 8th National Fatwa Commission Conference. Using a juridical-normative method combined with content analysis, this article examines fatwa texts, Qur’anic and hadith foundations, and both classical and contemporary fiqh perspectives, triangulated with recent literature on Islamic law in the digital economy. The findings demonstrate that the fatwa categorizes creators’ income as māl mustafād (acquired wealth) subject to zakat once it reaches the niṣāb equivalent of 85 grams of gold, with rates of 2.5% (lunar year) or 2.57% (solar year). Its flexibility in permitting zakat payment upon receipt of income, without waiting for a full ḥawl, reflects Islamic law’s responsiveness to irregular digital earnings. This article concludes that the fatwa not only regulates wealth redistribution (ḥifẓ al-māl) and reinforces ethical content production (ḥifẓ al-dīn), but also marks a significant step in the rise of digital fiqh. Its key contribution lies in proposing a practical zakat calculation model for multi-source digital income while highlighting taysīr (facilitation) and rafʿ al-ḥaraj (removal of hardship) as normative foundations for Shariah adaptation in the digital economy.
From Content Creators to Zakat Payers: The Fatwa of Indonesian Ulema Council and the Rise of Digital Fiqh Kurniawan, Edi; Ahmad, Humaira; Muhamad Zaenal Muttaqin
Islamic Law and Social Issues in Society Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Islamic Law and Social Issues in Society
Publisher : Tuah Foundation

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64929/ilsiis.v1i2.9

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This article examines the juridical transformation of digital content creators into zakat payers within the framework of contemporary Islamic law. The rapid expansion of Indonesia’s digital creative economy, with professions such as YouTubers and Instagram celebrities earning substantial yet fluctuating incomes, raises urgent questions regarding the applicability of classical zakat provisions to modern revenue models. Therefore, this article critically analyzes the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Fatwa No. 1 of 2024 on Zakat for Digital Content Creators, issued during the 8th National Fatwa Commission Conference. Using a juridical-normative method combined with content analysis, this article examines fatwa texts, Qur’anic and hadith foundations, and both classical and contemporary fiqh perspectives, triangulated with recent literature on Islamic law in the digital economy. The findings demonstrate that the fatwa categorizes creators’ income as māl mustafād (acquired wealth) subject to zakat once it reaches the niṣāb equivalent of 85 grams of gold, with rates of 2.5% (lunar year) or 2.57% (solar year). Its flexibility in permitting zakat payment upon receipt of income, without waiting for a full ḥawl, reflects Islamic law’s responsiveness to irregular digital earnings. This article concludes that the fatwa not only regulates wealth redistribution (ḥifẓ al-māl) and reinforces ethical content production (ḥifẓ al-dīn), but also marks a significant step in the rise of digital fiqh. Its key contribution lies in proposing a practical zakat calculation model for multi-source digital income while highlighting taysīr (facilitation) and rafʿ al-ḥaraj (removal of hardship) as normative foundations for Shariah adaptation in the digital economy.
Family Harmony in Contemporary Islamic Law: Ibn ‘Āshūr’s Maqāṣid Perspective on Marital Rights and Duties Muhamad Zaenal Muttaqin; Ahmad Ibrizul Izzi; Reza Fauzi Nazar; Shohibul Wafa Tadzul Arifin; Muhamad Yogi Sandra
MILRev: Metro Islamic Law Review Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): MilRev: Metro Islamic Law Review
Publisher : Faculty of Sharia, IAIN Metro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/milrev.v5i1.10480

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This study critically examines Ibn ‘Āshūr’s interpretation of the maqāṣid al-shari’ah and its potential to strengthen harmonious family values in contemporary Muslim societies, with a particular focus on Indonesia. Using a qualitative, descriptive-analytical approach, the research examines Ibn ‘Āshūr’s key writings alongside classical and modern commentaries to provide a comprehensive understanding of his framework. To ensure practical relevance, the study incorporates illustrative examples drawn from jurisprudential sources and current socio-legal realities that shape Muslim family life today. The findings show that Ibn ‘Āshūr’s emphasis on preserving religion, life, intellect, lineage, and wealth provides a strong normative basis for addressing central issues in Islamic Family Law, such as spousal rights, gender equity, and child custody. His prioritization of justice, moral development, and public welfare underscores that legal interpretation should serve broader ethical objectives rather than rigid textualism alone. However, when applied to modern socio-cultural contexts, several challenges emerge. Evolving gender roles, diverse family structures, and socioeconomic disparities often require adaptations beyond Ibn ‘Āshūr’s original formulations. These realities call for a contextualized reading of maqāṣid to maintain its relevance and effectiveness in contemporary settings. This study’s academic contribution lies in bridging classical maqāṣid theory with the concrete needs of modern Islamic Family Law reform. By positioning Ibn ‘Āshūr’s ideas alongside those of contemporary scholars, the research clarifies where his framework remains robust and where it requires reinterpretation. This integrative approach offers a fresh analytical lens for understanding family-related legal issues, combining normative principles with socio-legal awareness.