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ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin
Published by Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta
ISSN : 14113775     EISSN : 25484729     DOI : https://doi.org/10.14421/esensia
Core Subject : Religion, Humanities, Social,
Religion Humanities Social Sciences
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin is a multidisciplinary journal that publishes articles of the highest quality and significance in all areas of Islamic theology (uṣūl al-dīn). The journal covers research on the immense significance of Islam in the context of religious life to which it has delivered unique perspectives, approaches, and ranges of contributions that are of abiding interest. ESENSIA encourages the exchange of ideas between experts, scholars, researchers, practitioners, clerics, and students who are active in all areas of Islamic theology and the multidisciplinary field. Research areas covered in the journal: 1. Comparative religions and socio-religious dynamics 2. Digital culture among Muslim cyber-communities 3. Islamic philosophy and mysticism 4. Islamic-theological literature and literary criticism 5. Islamism, communal discernment, and indigenous spiritual practices 6. Muslim minorities and religious citizenship ESENSIA offers authors and readers high visibility, broader readership, clear copyediting, rigorous peer-review, and independence from competing interests. In addition to research articles, ESENSIA also covers research in the form of fieldwork investigations or ongoing reports. In this way, the journal aims to be the voice of the worldwide Islamic-theological community.
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Studi Agama
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The Theological Significance of Non-Chronological Qur'anic Stories: Moral Resonance in Strengthening the Da'wah Mission Varzandeh, Mohsen; Dewi, Subkhani Kusuma
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 24 No. 2 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v24i2.5372

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The narration of Qur'anic stories, which are identified as non-chronological, often leads to assertions about their function as advice and moral lessons, raising theological questions about their scientific nature. The way people understand these stories often focuses on their lessons and guidance, missing how they relate to the Prophet's da'wah. This study delves into the relationship between these narratives and their historical context, employing qualitative methods and drawing on the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis, which suggests that language shapes our understanding of the world. Focusing on the narratives depicting the stories of the Prophets in Surah Hūd [11], the study reveals that the parts of these stories that emphasize the rejection of da'wah resonate with the experiences of Prophet Muhammad. The accounts of the rejected Prophets serve as a catalyst to ignite Prophet Muhammad's fervor for da'wah through the power of language. The portrayal of rejection in every da'wah struggle, accompanied by the narrative of punishment and annihilation, is distinctively crafted in the Qur'an, with a focus on punishment in the afterlife. The Prophet Muhammad's circumstances during the process of proselytizing are the primary factor in arranging the story fragments without chronological order.
Miskawayh (d. 1030) on Justice and The Limits of Law Muchlisin, Annas Rolli
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i1.5475

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This article explores the limitations of Islamic law within the broader intellectual tradition of Islam. While law is typically designed to enforce coercive justice, Miskawayh’s perspective attempts to integrate this conception through a reassessment of the concept of justice. Specifically, this article examines, first, the overarching view of Islam as a nomothetic religion; and second, the ethical concepts and vision of justice offered by Miskawayh. By contextualizing Miskawayh’s ideas within the broader cultural and intellectual traditions of Islam, this research reveals a contrasting view of legal mechanisms. For Miskawayh, the vision of justice is not necessarily derived from external mechanisms of divine revelation, but rather hinges on the internal mechanisms of the individual. Miskawayh emphasizes a reversal of mechanisms from external to internal by advocating for a greater role of ethical-philosophical thought in Islamic legal discourse. Miskawayh, like many Muslim philosophers, navigates the relationship between revealed law and reason in his conception of justice. He rejects the notion of inherent conflict, arguing that both reason and divine law originate from God.
The Shifting Use of Isrā’īlīyāt in Qur’anic Exegesis and Its Implications on The Comprehension of the Verses on Jālūt and Ṭālūt Story: A Critical Study of Indonesian Qur’anic Exegesis Ghozali, Mahbub
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i1.5575

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This study focuses on the use of isrā’īlīyāt narratives in three pesantren-related Qur’anic exegesis in Indonesia. There have been many recent studies to explore the use of isrā'īlīyāt in exegesis, but the analysis on the use of isrā'īlīyāt narratives, its underlying factors, and its impact on exegesis has not been widely discussed. By limiting to examining the use of isrā'īlīyāt narratives  in the stories of Jālūt and Ṭālūt, this study revealed a shift in the use of isrāīlīyāt from the validity aspect to the functional aspect. It also disclosed two functions of isrā'īlīyāt: the descriptive and medical functions. The descriptive function represents the moral content in the story of the Qur'an, which  has an impact on the purpose of mentioning stories in the Qur’an as i'tibār (something to learning). The medical function, refers to the internal tendency of the interpreter to choose the story, and this function determines the pattern in the exegesis of narrative verses. The exegesis pattern in methodological studies is directed only at verses with legal and theological nuances, by excluding narrative verses.  
Legends and Legacies of Siti Jenar: Ecstatic Sufism and the Politics of Shath Woodward, Mark; Gohier-Mangkubumi, Lea Ontosinah
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i1.5594

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The legend of Siti Jenar is among the most widely known and controversial tales in Javanese Islamic literature. While the details vary enormously, the core of the story is the same. Siti Jenar is the saint (wali) who passes beyond religion, as it is usually defined. He comes to know that there is ultimately only one reality -- that of Allah -- and that we all share in it. He is put on trial for publicly proclaiming the doctrine of the unity of being (wahdat al-wujud) that identifies the human soul with the essence of Allah (dat) and for rejecting modes of ritual performance required by Shari’ah including the Friday prayer. He was then executed on orders from the other wali. There are many versions of the story in Javanese chronicles (babad) and religious texts. Many more that circulate as oral tradition. There is a continuous string of new books, most of the in Indonesian instead of Javanese and websites retelling the story for contemporary audiences.
Expounding Al-Bukhārī’s Theological Debates on Hadith Pertaining to Bayt Al-Maqdis from His Tarājim Abwāb Amran, Najah Nadiah; Daud, Burhan Che; Akmaluddin, Muhammad
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i1.5606

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Some researchers claim that Muslim scholars do not emphasize the importance of Bayt al-Maqdis as strongly as they do upon the two holy cities of Islam, Makkah and Madinah. Even when they do, their writings are mixed with weak and forged narrations. Additionally, their efforts aimed to strengthen the political position of certain caliphs. In the current regional situation, some Muslims radically and literally interpret the hadith out of context to support the liberation of Bayt al-Maqdis. They believe that participating in jihadi group is a noble effort, even if it involves suicide bombings. Based on these issues, this article explores the efforts of scholars in hadith scholarship related to Bayt al-Maqdis. Specifically, it examines the perspective of a prominent hadith scholar, Imam al-Bukhari, in his initiative to compile hadiths, which he placed in different chapters of his book al-Jāmi’ al-Ṣaḥīḥ. This study employs a library research approach involving content analysis. The findings of this study reveal that numerous Muslim scholars have contributed significantly to Islamic scholarship in Bayt al-Maqdis through writing and the dissemination of knowledge. Specifically, they compiled hadiths about Bayt al-Maqdis in certain books and chapters. Imam al-Bukhari documented 12 narrations related to Bayt al-Maqdis in 9 books and 13 chapters. This study selected one hadith that is almost identical but is placed under four different chapters. This illustrates the unique way a single narration, both textually and contextually, can explain the significance and position of Bayt al-Maqdis in Islam from diverse and interesting perspectives. This study recommends continuing the exploration of hadiths related to Bayt al-Maqdis to examine various other forms of Tarājim. This will help the Muslim community, in particular, to understand the hadith texts comprehensively while simultaneously refuting the argument that Islam neglects this third holy city.
From Qitāl to Moral Transformation: A Genealogy of War Verse Interpretations in Qur’anic Exegetical History Has, Muhammad Hasdin; Abu Bakar, Achmad; Safrudin, Moh.; Amir, Abdul Muiz
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i2.5698

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This study explores the transformation of the concept of qitāl within the historical discourse of Qur’anic exegesis, particularly in relation to verses often associated with warfare. The issue has gained increasing relevance in the context of Islamophobia and widespread misconceptions that frequently link Islam to violence. By employing a genealogical approach to Qur’anic exegesis, this research aims to trace the transformation of the meaning of qitāl from the pre-Qur’anic era to contemporary exegesis. The findings reveal that while qitāl initially referred to physical combat with a brutal connotation, it evolved into a concept imbued with moral and spiritual dimensions within Islamic teachings. This shift continued across the exegetical discourse from the classical to contemporary periods, where qitāl no longer solely emphasizes physical warfare but encompasses non-physical struggles that contribute to discussions on social justice and global peace. This transformation has been shaped by various social and political contexts, as well as by the agents involved. These influences indicate an ongoing dynamism in Qur’anic interpretation, reflecting its adaptation to global developments, particularly in response to Islamophobia and the narratives that associate Islam with violence.  
Is Islamic Philosophy ‘Islamic’? : A Critical Exploration Through the Qur'anic Narratives Dhulkifli, Muhammad Luthfi
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i2.5743

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This paper critically examines the ongoing debate surrounding the Islamic nature of Islamic philosophy by engaging with key Qur'anic narratives and philosophical discourses. The central question addressed is whether Islamic philosophy can genuinely be classified as “Islamic”, considering its amalgamation of Greco-Roman and Persian intellectual traditions. In common, Islamic philosophy addresses themes familiar to broader philosophy, but it does so from an Islamic perspective, using the language and context of Islamic civilization. By analyzing the works of prominent Muslim philosophers, including al-Farabi, Ibn Sina, and al-Ghazali, the study explores how their interpretations and methodologies align—or diverge—from the foundational texts of Islam. Additionally, this paper highlights how Qur'anic narratives have been employed within Islamic philosophical thought to construct ethical, metaphysical, and theological frameworks. In conclusion, the “philosophical discussion of Islamic issues” is considered to be representative term for Islamic philosophy as it captures its essence and clarifies debates about its origins, actors, and focus discussions.  
Discourse on Skeptical Orientalist Methodology in the Study of Qur'anic Codification Faldiansyah, Iqrom; Rif’ah, A. Muh. Azka Fazaka; Rizaldi, Muh.
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i2.5781

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The skeptical Orientalist discourse regarding the historical issue of the codification of the Qur'an, which is often stereotyped as being antagonistic towards the Qur'an, exhibits a heterogeneity of methodological approaches. The emergence of diverse methodologies among skeptical Orientalists is influenced by various underlying factors, leading to different implications as well. This study aims to examine the various methodologies proposed by skeptical Orientalists concerning the history of the canonization of the Qur'an. The diversity of methodologies, driven by differing interests, illustrates that the study of the codification of the Qur'an arises from scientific objectives rather than solely from an antagonistic stance towards the Qur'an. To substantiate this argument, the study employs qualitative methods, using primary data from the works of John Wansbrough, John Burton, and Alphonse Mingana, which are then analyzed using the pre-understanding theory developed by Hans Georg Gadamer. The study demonstrates that the diverse pre-understandings possessed by skeptical Orientalist figures, which subsequently give rise to specific objectives in studying the historical issues of the codification of the Qur'an, contribute to the heterogeneity of methods utilized in their studies. For instance, John Wansbrough employs modern Gospel studies—which have proven capable of liberating Gospel studies from fundamentalist tendencies—as a methodological basis in the study of Islam in general and the study of the Qur'an in particular, bringing it into the same skepticism developed in modern Gospel studies. This has implications for the importance of positioning the process of writing the Qur'an as a human process that can be tested, selected, proven, and objectively verified.
The Dissemination of Hijrah Doctrine on Social Media: A Study of Negotiation, Contestation, and Commodification of Religion Fathurrosyid; Muthhar, Moh. Asy'ari; Kahar, Abd.; Mokhtar, Wan Khairul Aiman Wan
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i2.5809

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This research examines the process of disseminating the hijrah doctrine on social media, as well as the themes and motives attached to its dissemination. This study is a literature review using a virtual ethnography research model. Through a traveling theory approach, the study finds that: First, the dissemination of the hijrah doctrine on social media is predominantly carried out and shared by urban Muslims and millennial Muslims. Second, common themes used to disseminate the hijrah doctrine include Islamic clothing, early marriage propaganda, bank interest, and motivation for building an Islamic Caliphate state. These themes are disseminated through Hijrah Fest events, social media study groups, the narrative of agency socialization through artists and celebrities, and Islamist literature. This study argues that the dissemination of the hijrah doctrine on social media constitutes a form of religious commodification, with a larger agenda of promoting the movement to establish an Islamic Caliphate state.  
Unpacking Soft Radicalism among Indonesian State Islamic University Students Rahman, Fazlul; Mala, Faiqotul
ESENSIA: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14421/esensia.v25i2.5826

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Radicalism remains a significant threat to global security, manifesting in various forms, including violent and non-violent approaches. In Indonesia, soft-radicalism—a non-violent form of radicalism that subtly spreads extremist ideologies through digital platforms—poses a growing threat, particularly among Muslim students at State Islamic Universities (PTKIN). This study examines the experiences, views, and attitudes of Muslim students toward soft radicalism, focusing on their exposure to radical content on social media. Through interviews and focus group discussions, the study reveals that students frequently encounter provocative content that challenges state legitimacy and promotes alternative socio-political systems like the caliphate. While students display critical awareness of these narratives, the persistent exposure facilitated by social media algorithms underscores the need for “inclusive digital navigation skills” for them. The skills to wisely and critically navigate the digital world, filter out potentially damaging information and interact in positive, inclusive, and respectful ways of diversity.  

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