Journal of Islamic Philosophy and Contemporary Thought
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2023): June

Integrating Spirituality and Modern Life: The Neo-Sufism Vision of Kiai Agoes Ali Masyhuri

Aini, Nurul (Unknown)
Cihwanul Kirom (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jun 2023

Abstract

Contemporary has been revitalized through Neo-Sufism, which offers spiritual solutions to the crisis of meaning in modern society. This study uses a qualitative approach based on a literature review and biographical analysis to trace the dynamics of Kiai Agoes Ali Masyhuri’s (Gus Ali) thought. The analysis reveals that Gus Ali creatively adapts the principles of al-Ghazālī’s Sufism to address contemporary spiritual and social challenges. Gus Ali’s Neo-Sufism emphasizes the importance of active engagement in society, the strenghtening of values of nobility, well-being, and peace, as well as the utilization of digital technology in da‘wah. He integrates spirituality into daily life without getting caught up in mystical exclusivism, encouraging practical reflection and positive contributions to social life. This study affirms that neo-Sufism not only preserves the spiritual roots of Islam but also demonstrates its adaptive capacity in facing the changes of the times. Thus, Gus Ali’s approach enriches the discourse on Islamic renewal form below, affirming the continuity and relevance of the Islamic spritual heritage in the modern era.

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Journal Info

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jipct

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Subject

Religion Arts Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Islamic Philosophy and Contemporary Thought is a peer-reviewed research journal published by the Faculty of Ushuluddin and Philosophy, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya. The language used in Indonesian and English. The journal provides an international scholarly forum for research on Islamic ...