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Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture and Social Studies
Published by Perkumpulan Alumni dan Santri Mahyajatul Qurro'
ISSN : 27985083     EISSN : 27754243     DOI : https://doi.org/10.53754/iscs
Core Subject : Religion, Economy, Humanities, Education, Social,
Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences
The aim of the Ascarya Journal of Islamic Science, Culture & Social Studies (ISCS) is to disseminate the results of scientific research in the fields of Islamic science, culture, and social research widely. ISCS is intended to be a journal that publishes research articles in the fields of education, law, history, literature, sociology, anthropology, politics, economics, communication, science, information technology. ISCS accepts research-related articles with any research methodology that meets the standards set for publication in journals. The main audience, but not exclusively, are academics, graduate students, practitioners, and others. The main criteria for publication on the ISCS are the importance of the contribution of an article to literature in the fields of Islamic science, culture, and social affairs, namely the importance of contribution and accuracy of the analysis and presentation of the paper. Admission decisions are made based on an independent review process which provides a very constructive and prompt evaluation of submitted manuscripts.
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Religious Moderation in the Scout Movement (Gerakan Pramuka): The Role of the 2023 National Raimuna in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals Point 16 Nunuk Hidayati; Muis, Moch. Zulkarnain
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53754/hgba6z60

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As a pluralistic nation, Indonesia continues to face challenges regarding violations of religious freedom, making strengthening religious moderation crucial to prevent extremism and build social harmony. This study analyzes the practice of religious moderation in the context of a large-scale nonformal education event, the 2023 National Raimuna of the Scout Movement, and examines its contribution to the targets of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through open-ended questionnaires, participant observation, document analysis, and reviews of official archives. The analysis was conducted inductively using source and technique triangulation. The results show that the four indicators of religious moderation were empirically realized through structured activities such as the Beranda Nusantara forum and cultural carnival, supported by event regulations that ensured inclusivity and non-violence. These practices make significant contributions to SDG 16 targets, particularly the reduction of violence (16.1), strengthening institutional accountability (16.6), inclusive participation (16.7), and non-discriminatory policies (16. b). However, the study identified several challenges, including selective recruitment mechanisms, the temporary and controlled nature of the event, the potential for hidden resistance, and logistical capacity constraints. In response, it is recommended to develop a structured module based on religious moderation indicators for local scout units (Gugus Depan), provide dialogue facilitation competency training for mentors, implement a post-event mentoring mechanism based on personal action plans, and formulate a standard operational protocol for inclusive logistics. Further quantitative and longitudinal studies are necessary to measure the long-term impact and sustainability of value internalization.
The Quest for Islamic Identity among Muslim University Students in Riau, Indonesia Khotimah, Khotimah; Rosidi, Imron; Embong, Rahimah
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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This study investigates the dynamics of transnational Islamic identity among Muslim students in Riau, Indonesia, focusing on its two distinct yet interconnected manifestations: religious activism and socio-political engagement. This research is grounded in the socio-historical context of Islamic student movements in Indonesia, which evolved from operating discreetly under the authoritarian New Order to becoming more visible and diverse in the post-Reformasi Era. This study explores how transnational Islamic identity shapes students’ religious self-understanding in a rapidly changing social landscape. Employing qualitative methods, the research draws on in-depth interviews and participant observations conducted at three major universities in Riau: Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic University (UIN Suska), University of Riau (UNRI), and Islamic University of Riau (UIR). The findings reveal that students negotiate their Islamic identities through engagement with transnational Islamic networks and adaptation to local cultural contexts. This negotiation reflects not a binary opposition between radicalism and moderation but a spectrum of interpretations shaped by institutional, social and global influences. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how globalization and local sociopolitical conditions produce diverse expressions of Muslim identity in higher-education contexts. It also highlights the need for policy interventions within universities to foster critical religious literacy, intercultural dialogue, and inclusive campus environments that allow students to articulate their faith identity constructively. For future research, comparative studies across regions and institutions are recommended to examine how transnational Islamic discourses interact with local political and educational structures beyond the university settings.
Islamic Social Business: The Role of al-Qardul Hasan in Empowering Vulnerable Micro-Enterprises through Bankziska Santoso, Adi; Ristianawati, Yuyun; Hartono, Sri; Farman, Fanji; Nusuki, Ina
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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This study examines the development and implementation of Islamic financial institutions based on Al-Qardul Hasan, specifically through the Bankziska model, in the context of empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The phenomenon underlying this research is the high dependence of MSMEs on loan sharks who provide high-interest loans, especially in traditional markets, rural areas, and poor urban areas. In addition, the difficulty of accessing finance from conventional and Islamic banks further exacerbates the economic conditions of MSMEs. The Bankziska concept offers an alternative solution by providing loans without interest, without administrative fees, without fines, and collateral. Bankziska utilizes zakat, infaq, shodaqoh, and other social and religious funds to support MSMEs. The main objective of this concept is to realize a prosperous and just society (Baldatun thayyibatun wa rabbun ghafur). The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. The research results indicate that the Bankziska concept can serve as an alternative model for empowering MSMEs based on Sharia principles, reducing dependence on loan sharks, and increasing financial access for MSMEs. Implications of this research include the development of a more inclusive and sustainable Sharia financial business model.
Tech-Enabled Flexible Work Aligned with Islamic Values: Enhancing Employee Productivity through Work–Life Balance and the Islamic Work Ethic Ridwansyah; Sumin; Suhrawardi, Suhrawardi; Kamaruddin, Mohd Shahrul bin; Khamim, Khamim
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53754/1wp7zs95

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The digital transformation following the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of technology-based flexible working arrangements. In Indonesia’s Islamic public sector, particularly within Islamic Higher Education Institutions, the implementation of flexible working arrangements remains limited due to technological constraints, bureaucratic culture, and challenges in integrating digital HR systems. Research examining the relationship between technology-based flexible working, work-life balance, and employee productivity—along with the moderating role of the Islamic work ethic—remains scarce. This study aims to investigate the effect of technology-based flexible working on employee productivity, with work-life balance as a mediating variable and the Islamic work ethic as a moderating variable. Employing a causal-correlational design and survey methodology, the study sampled 440 lecturers and educational staff from Islamic Higher Education Institutions in Indonesia, selected through simple random sampling. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS version 4.1.1.4. The results indicate that technology-based flexible work arrangements increase employee productivity but negatively impact work-life balance. Work-life balance serves as a crucial mediator bridging the relationship between flexibility and productivity. Additionally, the Islamic work ethic plays a dual role: it directly predicts work-life balance and moderates the relationship between work flexibility and balance, strengthening this association. The findings imply that organizations must do more than merely adopt technology; they must also safeguard work-life balance and internalize the Islamic work ethic to achieve sustainable productivity. Limitations of this study include its cross-sectional design and focus on the Islamic cultural context, suggesting that generalization to other sectors requires longitudinal and cross-cultural research.
Santri Community, Charisma, and the Contrast Political Agency: Electoral Victory and Defeat in Jombang and Mojokerto, Indonesia Fauzi, Agus Machfud; Maliha, Novi Fitia; Handoyo, Pambudi; Hanindraputri, Eufrasia Kartika; Ladiqi, Suyatno
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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The phenomenon of the santri community and the choice of regional head candidates in local politics in Indonesia displays heterogeneous dynamics across regions. In the 2024 regional elections, Gus Barra, son of KH. Asep Saifuddin Chalim won the contest in Mojokerto, while Bu Nyai Munjidah, daughter of the late KH. A. Wahab Chasbullah, lost in Jombang despite having a strong religious pedigree. Both had the capital to win their second terms as incumbents, but the final results differed. This study aims to explain why the charisma and branding of their parents as kiai produced different electoral outcomes in these two santri regions, thereby contradicting the general understanding that santri communities are homogeneous and contributing to the literature on local Islamic democracy and the sociology of religious politics in Southeast Asia. This article uses a comparative qualitative method, drawing on interviews with political elites and Islamic boarding school figures, local media analysis, and KPU data. Weberian charisma and political agency theories are used to interpret the role of santri communities as active actors in the local democratic process, negotiating political choices. The research results show that victory or defeat is not solely determined by religious capital as the primary factor, but is also influenced by gender factors, political patronage, political campaigns, branding, and fragmented support from Islamic boarding schools. In conclusion, the santri community possesses dynamic, context-specific political agency that cannot be equated across regions.
Discovering the Presence of Fathers: A Study on Fathers’ Involvement in Childcare in Madiun Residency Muafiah, Evi; Afifah, Anis; Mayasari, Lutfiana Dwi; Mujib, Ahmad
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53754/2ftev555

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The evolving understanding of fatherhood has drawn increasing scholarly attention to paternal involvement as a key dimension of child development. In Indonesia, cultural expectations and economic pressures often restrict fathers’ direct participation in daily childcare, raising questions about how they negotiate their presence and involvement under such conditions. This study explores the nature of father involvement in the Madiun Residency, addressing the gap in understanding how limited physical time may be balanced by the quality of interaction. Using a mixed-methods design, quantitative data on the amount of daily father–child interaction were combined with qualitative interviews exploring fathers’ perceptions, emotional engagement, and caregiving styles. The analysis examined how time and quality relate to children’s developmental outcomes. The findings indicate that while physical interaction time is relatively limited, quality engagement plays a crucial role in supporting emotional and social development, whereas physical development correlates more directly with time spent together. Three typologies of fathering have been identified: permissive, democratic, and democratic–permissive. Each typology represents a distinct approach to paternal involvement and responsiveness, particularly within the constraints of time. The study concludes that effective paternal involvement in contemporary Indonesian families extends beyond the dimension of duration and is better understood through the quality, emotional resonance, and intentionality of fathers’ interactions with their children. These insights have practical implications for family education and policy initiatives aimed at strengthening meaningful father–child relationships.
A Systematic Review of AI-Powered Language Teaching Trends, Innovations, and Challenges Umbar, Kisno; Azkiyah, Siti Nurul; Maswani, Maswani; Wahab, Muhbib Abdul; Zulkifli, Zulkifli
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into foreign language teaching has revealed significant disparities in global innovation and accessibility, necessitating systematic analysis. This systematic literature review analyzed 88 studies (2019–2024) from Scopus, Web of Science, and ProQuest. Geographically, AI development is concentrated in Asia (particularly China and West Asia), shifting from the previous U.S. dominance. Text- and audio-based tools dominate pedagogical practice, focusing overwhelmingly on productive skills (speaking and writing) and English-language instruction, marginalizing linguistic diversity. Stakeholders reflect dual perceptions: teachers acknowledge administrative efficiency but cite digital literacy gaps and content accuracy concerns; students report reduced anxiety yet criticize AI’s inability to grasp socio-cultural nuances and highlight dependency risks. Pedagogically, AI aligns with social constructivism (adaptive scaffolding) and Self-Determination Theory (motivation gains), although limitations in human interaction depth persist. Three multidimensional challenges emerge: (1) inter-country research-policy disparities, (2) pedagogical risks (dehumanization and over-reliance), and (3) infrastructure access asymmetry. This study contributes to the global landscape mapping of AI trends, validates pedagogical synergies, and offers evidence-based frameworks for policymakers (equitable research), educators (blended learning), and developers (context-responsive multilingual tools). Strategic implications urge developing regions to strengthen inclusive frameworks through international collaboration to prevent epistemic inequalities.
Social Adaptation of Generation Z in Multicultural Workplaces: Evidence from the TIDAYU Context of West Kalimantan Waldan, Raziki; Latip, Hamrila Abdul; Aisyah Ya’kob, Siti; Zarkasi, Zarkasi
Ascarya: Journal of Islamic Science, Culture, and Social Studies Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
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Generation Z has become a dominant workforce cohort, whose expectations for openness, flexibility, and meaningful work often intersect with the multicultural and multigenerational dynamics of local workplaces. This study aims to examine how Generation Z employees in West Kalimantan socially adapt to organizational environments shaped by the interethnic TIDAYU (Dayak–Malay–Chinese) context. Using an exploratory qualitative design, the research involved 18 participants aged 18–28 years from the service, retail, education, and MSME sectors in Pontianak, Singkawang, and Ketapang. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis, generating 138 codes, 24 subcategories, and three themes. The findings revealed three dominant adaptation patterns: communication adjustment, learning from senior workers, and seeking clarity and meaning in work. Organizational factors—particularly open leadership and flexible work structures–significantly facilitate adaptation, while authoritarian leadership and rigid structures hinder it. Peer support emerged as the strongest community factor accelerating Gen Z’s social adjustment, supported by multicultural workplace values fostering acceptance and comfort. The study concludes that Gen Z’s adaptation is an interactive, context-dependent process shaped by personal strategies, organizational culture, and social dynamics of TIDAYU communities. These insights emphasize that successful adaptation occurs when organizational values align with the generational needs and local cultural norms. The findings highlight the importance of adopting inclusive leadership, establishing flexible work systems, and strengthening cross-generational and cross-cultural engagement to enhance Gen Z integration and workplace harmony in multicultural regions.
Moderate and Non-Moderate Discursive Tendencies in Kitab Kuning Iswahyudi, Iswahyudi; Prabowo, Galih Akbar; Sholihah, Fitri Annas
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Pesantren and their Kitab Kuning tradition are widely framed as pillars of religious moderation in Indonesia, yet this dominant narrative often overlooks the internal diversity and ambivalence of classical juridical and theological discourses. This study critically reexamines the assumption that Kitab Kuning teaching uniformly produces moderate Islam by analyzing how moderate and non-moderate statements coexist within authoritative texts and how their vocabularies and epistemological orientations shape interpretations in plural societies. Using qualitative content analysis, the authors reviewed a corpus of widely used pesantren editions and purposively selected classical works that explicitly contain statements on tolerance, exclusion, and delegitimization, focusing on Fath al-Mu‘in, I‘ānat al-Thalibin, al-Majmu‘ Sharh al-Muhadhdhab, Sharh Sahih Muslim, and Kifayat al-Akhyar (with complementary reference to other texts). Textual segments were coded as “moderate” when they acknowledged legitimate plurality or used inclusive legal language, and as “non-moderate” when they employed categorical delegitimation (e.g., heresy or unbelief). The interpretation was then situated within historical and epistemological frames (bayani, ‘irfani, burhani) and reread for contemporary relevance. Results show two recurring and systematic patterns: inclusive-juridical markers such as qala fulan/qila, khilafan, qaulani, wajh/aujuh that normalize disagreement and epistemic openness, and exclusionary markers such as bid‘ah qabihah/munkarah, ahl al-dalalah, la yashihhu, and kufr that invalidate practices or groups (including intra-madhhab and inter-madhhab exclusions and condemnations of certain ritual innovations and beliefs). Exclusionary judgments appeared predominantly in strongly bayani-oriented fiqh and theological formulations, whereas pluralizing vocabularies were more frequent in ‘irfani or burhani tendencies. The findings imply that moderation in pesantren is not inherent in Kitab Kuning but emerges through selective, critical, and contextual reading. Religious moderation programs should therefore strengthen critical hermeneutics and reader responsibility. The study is limited by selective sampling and does not comprehensively map socio-political contestations.
State-Sponsored Qur’anic Exegesis and Interreligious Relations: A Comparative Study of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia Wijaya, Aksin; Abidin, Ahmad Zainal; Syaifudin, Muh
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53754/iscs.v5i2.854

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This article explores how three state-sponsored Qurʾānic exegeses-al-Muntakhab (Egypt), al-Muyassar (Saudi Arabia), and al-Wajiz (Indonesia)-conceptualize the essence of religion and articulate models of interreligious relations. These tafsirs are selected because they are produced by official state institutions and therefore reflect the ideological orientations and religious policies of their respective governments. Employing a qualitative comparative method, this study combines theoretical hermeneutics to reconstruct the historical meanings of the tafsirs with philosophical hermeneutics to assess their relevance for contemporary Indonesian society. The analysis focuses on three dimensions: methodological identity, the conception of religion in terms of unity and diversity, and approaches to interreligious relations encompassing dialogue, social harmony, and cooperation. The findings demonstrate that although the three tafsirs share fundamental theological premises-such as monotheism, prophetic continuity, and moral universality-they differ significantly in interpretive orientation. Al-Muntakhab reflects a rational-moderate Azhari tradition, al-Muyassar adopts a scripturalist Salafi framework with exclusivist tendencies, while al-Wajiz advances an inclusive and accommodative hermeneutic aligned with Indonesia’s pluralistic ethos and the principle of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika. This study argues that state-sponsored tafsir functions not merely as a religious text but as an ideological instrument that shapes public religious discourse. When oriented toward justice, equality, and interreligious cooperation, such tafsir can contribute meaningfully to religious moderation in plural societies.

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