Edusoshum: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam dan Sosial Humaniora
Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026)

Reassessing Al-Khwarizmi’s Intellectual Legacy in the Era of Industrial Revolution 5.0

Siti Andayani (UIN Prof. K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)
Ridwan Ridwan (UIN Prof. K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)
Budi Susetyo (UIN Prof. K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the intellectual relevance of Al-Khwarizmi’s scientific legacy within the framework of Industrial Revolution 5.0, particularly in relation to the development of artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital computation, and the human-centered technology paradigm. Employing a qualitative approach with a library research design, the study integrates a historical-philosophical and conceptual analysis framework to explore the epistemological continuity between classical Islamic scientific thought and contemporary technological systems. Data were collected through documentary research from primary sources, including Al-Khwarizmi’s seminal works such as Al-Kitab al-Mukhtasar fi Hisab al-Jabr wa al-Muqabalah, as well as secondary literature encompassing peer-reviewed journals, books, and scholarly discussions on Industrial Revolution 5.0, AI ethics, and Islamic philosophy of science, particularly the works of Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas and Ismail Raji al-Faruqi. The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis and thematic coding to identify key conceptual patterns such as algorithmic reasoning, rational inquiry, knowledge integration, and ethical epistemology, followed by historical-interpretative and comparative analysis to trace their transformation into modern computational paradigms. The findings reveal that Al-Khwarizmi’s contributions to algebra, algorithmic thinking, and systematic reasoning constitute a foundational epistemological infrastructure for contemporary digital technologies, including artificial intelligence systems, predictive analytics, and automated decision-making processes. His intellectual legacy shows a strong alignment with the human-centered orientation of Industrial Revolution 5.0, as it inherently emphasizes rationality, structured inquiry, and the pursuit of human welfare. When integrated with the ethical and philosophical Al-Attas and Al-Faruqi, Al-Khwarizmi’s thought provides a comprehensive framework that bridges scientific innovation and moral responsibility, showing the necessity of embedding ethical governance within modern technological development.    

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Journal Info

Abbrev

EDU

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

EDUSOSHUM (Journal of Islamic Education and Social Humanities) is a refereed journal published by Ikatan Cendekiawan Ilmu Pendidikan Islam (ICIPI). It is a semi-annual journal published in April, August and December. The EDUSOSHUM has sought to publish research on publishing qualitative, ...