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Hamka’s Interpretation of Qur’anic Rebuke (‘Itāb) Verses: Cultural Reflections on Islam in West Sumatra Ahmad Bahrul Hikam; Mohamad Zaenal Arifin
AL QUDS : Jurnal Studi Alquran dan Hadis Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Curup

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29240/alquds.v9i3.14230

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The interpretation of the verses of ‘itāb (divine rebuke) in the Qur’an is not only normative-theological, but also has a cultural content that can reflect local values. This article aims to analyze Hamka’s interpretation of ‘itāb verses (such as QS. Abbas/80: 1-4, QS. at-Tahrīm/66: 1-5, QS. al-Anfāl/8: 67–68, and QS. al-Ahzāb/33: 37) in Tafsir Al-Azhar, as well as how the interpretation reflects the Islamic philosophy and identity of the Minangkabau people. Using the literature study method and content analysis approach, this study explores how the verses of ‘itab are interpreted by Hamka in the context of local culture based on the philosophy of Basandi Syarak Syarak Basandi Kitabullah Customs. The results of the study show that Hamka not only interprets Allah’s rebuke as a theological correction, but also as a social ethics in accordance with Minangkabau philosophy, such as duduak samo randah-tagak samo tinggi, raso jo pareso, abstinence from the property of the position, bundo kanduang, and kato nan ampek. The local philosophy emphasizes social equality, sensitivity and scrutiny, integrity and social responsibility, the important role of women, and language ethics. These findings show that culturally responsive local interpretations can extend the normative meaning of the Qur’an into society’s moral praxis. This study recommends strengthening culturally based contextual interpretations in Islamic education and Qur’an studies.
PENDEKATAN TASAWUF DALAM KAJIAN SHOLAT Wildan Setiawan; Mohamad Zaenal Arifin
Ma'had Aly Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Ma had Aly Journal of Islamic Studies
Publisher : AL-BAYAN INSTITUTE

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This paper discusses the Sufi approach to prayer (ṣalah) as an effort to understand Islamic worship not merely from its outward legal dimension (fiqh), but also from its inner and spiritual aspects. This study employs a qualitative method through library research, drawing upon classical and contemporary books, academic journals, and relevant online sources. The discussion focuses on the definition of Sufism and prayer, the characteristics of the Sufi approach, the function of Sufism in religious life, and the perspectives of prominent Sufi figures—particularly Imam al-Ghazali and Ibn ‘Aṭa’illah al-Sakandari—regarding prayer. The findings indicate that Sufism views prayer as a means of purifying the soul, a medium for intimate supplication, and a path toward spiritual closeness to Allah. The Sufi approach emphasizes the presence of the heart, understanding the meanings of the recitations, and internalizing the spiritual values of prayer. Therefore, the integration of sharia and Sufism is essential to realizing prayer that is not only legally valid but also spiritually meaningful.
Dimensi Ekonomi dalam Haji dan Umrah: Kajian Interdisipliner dengan Pendekatan Tafsir dan Ekonomi Muhammad Fadhil Fathoni; Mohamad Zaenal Arifin
Ta’wiluna: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur'an, Tafsir dan Pemikiran Islam Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Ta’wiluna: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur’an, Tafsir dan Pemikiran Islam
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian, Penerbitan dan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (LP3M) IAIFA Kediri

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This study aims to examine the economic dimensions embedded in the rituals of Hajj and Umrah, which have often been overlooked due to a dominant understanding that views both solely as spiritual activities. Employing a qualitative library research method with a descriptive-analytical approach, this study investigates three main aspects: the concept of istiṭā‘ah (financial capability) and its relation to opportunity cost and the prioritization of needs (ikhtiyār); the legitimacy of trade activities during the Hajj season based on Qur’anic evidence and exegesis; and the economic impact of Hajj and Umrah on both micro and macro sectors through the multiplier effect theory. Primary sources include Qur’anic verses and classical exegeses such as those by Ibn Kathīr, al-Baghawī, and al-Wāḥidī, as well as the jurisprudence of the four schools, while secondary sources consist of Islamic economic literature, conventional economic theory, and empirical data from the Hajj industry. The findings reveal that istiṭā‘ah serves as a standard of financial readiness, requiring a surplus of wealth that covers travel expenses, family maintenance, and debt settlement, thereby reflecting the principles of opportunity cost and the Islamic ethics of prioritizing needs. The study also confirms the explicit legitimacy of conducting business during Hajj as stated in QS. al-Baqarah/2:198, demonstrating that Islam does not separate spiritual devotion from economic productivity. Furthermore, the economic impact of Hajj and Umrah generates a significant multiplier effect, driving growth across 11 major sectors—such as transportation, hospitality, food and beverages, and micro-enterprises—with total expenditures reaching 47 billion Saudi Riyals in 2020. This multiplier mechanism spreads income from a single initial expenditure throughout various sectors in a chain reaction, resulting in a multiplied increase in national income. The study concludes that Hajj and Umrah are not merely spiritual obligations, but also comprehensive instruments of economic empowerment that reflect the holistic integration of worship and economic well-being in Islam.