At-Tahdzib: Jurnal Studi Islam dan Muamalah
Vol 12 No 2 (2024): At-Tahdzib

Calculating of Month and Day of Birth Ahead of The Wedding Day in The Javanese Culture: Perspective of Maqashid Al-Syari’ah

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Mas'ud (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Oct 2024

Abstract

Background. Counting the month and day of birth is  ritual; respect for traditions and beliefs that have existed for a long time in society; considered as one way to ensure that the couple starts their new life well and receives blessings from God. Aim. Examines the role of Javanese culture in calculating the month and day of birth in relation to the upcoming wedding, as well as its relevance from the perspective of maqashid al-shari’ah. Method. Qualitative approach involving in-depth interviews and participatory observation. Thematic analysis was employed to identify key themes of data and to connect with the theory of maqashid al-shari’ah. Results. The practice carries values aligned with maqashid al-shari’ah, such as the protection of offspring and the formation of harmonious family relationship; provides spiritual and social reinforcement for the Javanese community; fostering mutual respect and strengthening the bonds between individuals and their traditions and beliefs.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

tahdzib

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Subject

Religion Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Social Sciences

Description

At-Tahdzib: Jurnal Studi Islam dan Muamalah is an academic journal that focuses (not limited) on in-depth studies on Islamic studies and muamalah (economic and social aspects of Islam). This journal aims to facilitate scientific discussion and dissemination of knowledge in the field of Islamic ...