al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026)

Analysis of Thought and Nusantara Islamic Movement

Moh Fayyad As (Unknown)
Zainuddin Syarif (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study aims to describe the analysis of the thought and movement of Islam Nusantara within the socio-cultural context of Indonesia. Islam Nusantara, as a distinctive pattern of Islamic expression that has developed through the process of acculturation between Islamic teachings and local traditions, offers a model of religious practice that is moderate, tolerant, and contextual. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method based on library research through the examination of books, journal articles, and relevant previous studies. The findings indicate that the intellectual foundation of Islam Nusantara is rooted in cultural approaches, the practice of madhhab, moderation (wasathiyah), tolerance, and contextualization of Islamic teachings. In terms of movement, Islam Nusantara is manifested through socio-cultural activities, educational transformation through the role of pesantren, and national political movements that position nationalism as an inseparable part of faith. Islam Nusantara faces challenges from the rise of transnational ideologies, radicalism, and polarization within Islamic discourse. This study provides theoretical and practical contributions to the strengthening of literature on moderate Islam and serves as a reference for developing peaceful and harmonious religious life in Indonesia.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

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Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...