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Islam & Contemporary Issues
Published by Medan Resource Center
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27983307     DOI : 10.57251
Core Subject : Religion, Humanities, Social,
Religion Humanities Social Sciences
Islam & Contemporary Issues is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Medan Resource Center. The journal aims to facilitate academic articles and scholarly writings on empirical research in the field of Islamic studies. It is open to academics, students, researchers, and practitioners interested in contributing their thoughts, particularly in Islamic studies and humanities perspectives. The journal is published biannually in March and September and accepts articles in both Indonesian and English.
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Antara Moralitas dan Realitas Politik: Sikap Komunikasi Islam Indonesia terhadap Krisis Palestina Harahap, Juliadi Zurdani; Nasution, Hasyimsyah; Azhar, Anang Anas
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1671

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This article examines how Islamic communication in Indonesia responds to the Palestinian crisis, highlighting the dynamic intersection of moral-religious values with domestic and international political realities. Using a literature review method, it analyzes key primary and secondary sources such as MUI fatwas, the communication strategies of Nahdlatul Ulama and Muhammadiyah, and the media's role in promoting Islam Wasathiyah (moderate Islam). The study finds that expressions of solidarity with Palestine are rooted not only in Islamic principles like ukhuwah Islamiyah and universal justice, but are also influenced by pragmatic political and diplomatic considerations. The novelty of this research lies in its exploration of how prophetic values are translated into strategic, moderate public communication amid global crises. It offers new insights into value-based Islamic messaging as a form of transnational humanitarian advocacy, revealing how moral consistency is sustained within Indonesia’s complex media and political landscape.
Negosiasi Gender dan Politik Identitas dalam Praktik Pencatatan Pernikahan: Kajian Komunikasi Politik Islam di Deli Serdang Ferry, Muhammad; Azhar, Anang Anas; Nasution, Hasyimsyah
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1672

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This study investigates the dynamics of gender negotiation and identity politics in shaping marriage registration practices in Deli Serdang, Indonesia. Employing a qualitative case study approach, it focuses on the interaction among religious authority, ethnic traditions—particularly within Malay and Batak communities—and state legal frameworks. The research finds that many unregistered marriages gain legitimacy through discourses of Islamic identity and customary norms, where women’s agency is often curtailed by structural factors such as economic dependence and entrenched patriarchal values. Religious leaders frequently prioritize syar’i legitimacy over civil legal recognition, influencing community perceptions and practices. Furthermore, state efforts to promote marriage registration—typically via religious sermons and administrative outreach—are largely top-down, failing to engage deeply with local sociocultural realities. In contrast, civil society actors such as the Congress of Indonesian Women Ulama (KUPI) adopt more inclusive and participatory communication models. KUPI’s approach integrates the ethical aims of Shariah (maq??id al-shar?‘ah) with constitutional legality, while simultaneously enhancing women’s roles in decision-making processes. This study emphasizes the need for dialogic, community-based communication strategies that align legal reforms with lived religious and cultural experiences, ultimately advocating for justice-oriented and gender-responsive marriage registration policies.
Kultus Kesalehan di Tengah Peredaran Gelap: Ambiguitas Komunikasi Agama dan Politik dalam Menangani Krisis Narkoba Subiantoro, Dedi; Nasution, Hasyimsyah; Azhar, Anang Anas
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1673

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This study explores the ambiguity of religious and political communication in Indonesia, particularly in the context of increasing drug trafficking, with a focus on Deli Serdang. Employing a qualitative case study approach, the research involved in-depth interviews with religious leaders, community members, and local officials, combined with field observations and document analysis. These methods were conducted in urban and semi-urban areas affected by drug-related issues. The study reveals how Islamic values—such as honesty and compassion—are often manipulated by public figures, including certain religious leaders, to mask or legitimize criminal activity. This instrumentalization of religious symbolism highlights a disconnect between piety and ethical behavior, contributing to a broader moral crisis. Public trust erodes when religious rhetoric is not matched by integrity, weakening community resilience and the effectiveness of anti-drug initiatives. To address this, the paper proposes a transformative Islamic communication model that emphasizes ethical consistency, contextual relevance, and participatory engagement. It also calls for a redefinition of the role of religious leaders—not merely as moral spokespersons but as active agents of social reform. This study contributes to global discussions on religion and public ethics, drawing parallels with cases of symbolic manipulation in other Muslim-majority societies.
Etika Mujadalah dalam Al-Qur’an dan Implementasinya pada Debat Politik: Studi Kasus Pilgub Sumatera Utara 2024 Reza Hanafi, Muhammad; Nasution, Hasyimsyah; Azhar, Anang Anas
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1679

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This study explores the application of mujadalah principles argumentative yet ethical discourse derived from the Qur'an in the context of political debates, focusing on the 2024 North Sumatra gubernatorial election. The research investigates how Qur'anic values such as hikmah (wisdom), mau’izhah hasanah (good counsel), and jidal billati hiya ahsan (debate in the best manner) are manifested in candidate interactions during televised debates. Using a qualitative descriptive approach and thematic content analysis, the study analyzes debate transcripts and non-verbal expressions of the two candidate pairs. Findings reveal that while implementation of mujadalah remains partial, elements of respectful dialogue, rational argumentation, and emotional self-control were evident. These principles significantly enhance the quality of political discourse and foster public trust. The study concludes that embedding Islamic communication ethics in political practices is not only possible but necessary to elevate democratic culture in Indonesia. The integration of religious ethics into electoral debates contributes to more civil, substantive, and educational public dialogue.
Kerangka Hukum dan Perkembangan Asuransi Syariah di Indonesia Mardani; Yessy Kusumadewi; Sidauruk, Averin Dian
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1702

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This article aims to analyze the development of Islamic insurance (takaful) in Indonesia from a regulatory and institutional perspective since its inception in 1994. The study focuses on the evolution of legal frameworks governing Islamic insurance, the growth trajectory of Islamic insurance companies, and the development of their assets over time. Using a normative juridical approach, the research examines relevant statutory regulations, fatwas, and institutional policies to assess the extent to which the legal infrastructure has supported or constrained the progress of Islamic insurance in Indonesia. The findings indicate that while Islamic insurance has shown steady development, particularly in terms of asset accumulation and institutional expansion, its growth remains relatively limited when compared to the more advanced Islamic banking sector. Several regulatory and structural challenges, such as inconsistencies in legislation, lack of public awareness, and limited product innovation, continue to impede the sector's full potential. This article contributes to the academic discourse on Islamic insurance law by providing a comprehensive legal analysis of its development in Indonesia and identifying critical regulatory gaps that need to be addressed. The study proposes the need for regulatory reform to harmonize existing laws and strengthen institutional support mechanisms. In doing so, it aims to enrich the literature on Islamic insurance and offer practical recommendations for policymakers to enhance the legal and operational environment of the takaful industry in Indonesia.
Politik Identitas dan Perlawanan Kolektif terhadap Otoritas: Studi Kasus Polresta Deli Serdang Syahputra, Romi; Nasution, Hasyimsyah; Azhar, Anang Anas
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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This study investigates how identity politics informs collective resistance to state authority, with a specific focus on the Polresta Deli Serdang in North Sumatra during a controversial drug raid. The objective is to understand how religious and ethnic symbols were mobilized to construct communal solidarity, trigger emotional escalation, and frame law enforcement as an external, even hostile, force. Using a qualitative case study method, the research explores how resistance emerged not as a spontaneous reaction but through deliberate symbolic narratives and the amplification power of social media. The findings show that such resistance was strategically nurtured, reflecting deeper tensions in a multicultural society. While the police employed humanistic communication strategies and sought collaboration with religious leaders, the outcomes were mixed, highlighting both the potential and the limits of symbolic engagement in crisis management. This study contributes to the broader discourse on public trust, symbolic politics, and cultural communication in security governance. It emphasizes the necessity of embedding legal enforcement practices within culturally sensitive and inclusive frameworks. The case of Deli Serdang reveals the complex intersections between identity, legitimacy, and authority in contemporary Indonesia.
Pembingkaian Konflik Palestina oleh Al Jazeera.com: Perspektif Islam terhadap Dominasi Narasi Global Yudiyanto, Ade Rachmat; Sazali, Hasan
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1719

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This study explores how Al Jazeera.com frames the Palestine-Israel conflict as part of a broader resistance to dominant global narratives. It focuses on themes of justice, victimhood, and Islamic identity. Using Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) a method developed by Norman Fairclough to examine how language reflects and shapes power dynamics the research analyzes 15 news and opinion articles published during two key periods of heightened conflict: May 2021 and October 2023. The analysis reveals that Al Jazeera consistently presents the conflict not as a balanced clash between equal sides, but as an unequal struggle in which Palestinians face systemic oppression. The platform uses strong terms such as “occupation,” “apartheid,” and “resistance” to highlight this imbalance. Islamic elements appear frequently, both symbolically (e.g., references to the Al-Aqsa Mosque) and conceptually (e.g., calls for ummah, or global Muslim solidarity). The study concludes that Al Jazeera acts not just as a media outlet but also as a discursive agent—shaping public opinion and challenging dominant Western perspectives. The novelty of this study lies in its integration of Islamic worldview and Global South positioning into media discourse analysis of the Palestine-Israel conflict.
Dinamika Komunikasi Kesbangpol dan Ormas Islam dalam Membangun Kesadaran Kebangsaan di Kota Medan Simatupang, Muhammad Andry; Kholil, Syukur
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v4i2.1725

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This study explores the interorganizational communication dynamics between the National Unity and Political Agency (Kesbangpol) and Islamic civil society organizations (Ormas Islam) in shaping national consciousness in Medan, Indonesia. It focuses on how organizational structures, symbolic practices, and power relations influence the transmission and reception of civic values within a multireligious and multicultural urban setting. Using a qualitative case study with a critical-interpretive paradigm, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. The findings reveal that communication between Kesbangpol and Ormas is largely top-down, symbolic, and lacking in dialogical depth. Symbolic representations of nationalism are often framed rhetorically without substantial internalization, and civic values tend to be disseminated through formalized rituals rather than sustained engagement. The study concludes that current practices are insufficiently participatory and require a shift toward deliberative communication, mutual recognition, and cultural sensitivity to support inclusive and sustainable civic engagement. This research contributes theoretically to the discourse on state–civil society relations by highlighting the limitations of symbolic governance, and offers practical insights for designing more dialogic and culturally responsive civic communication frameworks.
Optimalisasi Komunikasi Internal dan Eksternal Humas Polresta Deli Serdang terhadap Kejahatan Siber Syahputra, Romi; Kholil, Syukur
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v4i2.1726

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The rise of cybercrime in Indonesia has become an urgent issue, not only in terms of technical law enforcement but also in how institutions, particularly the police, communicate with the public. This study aims to examine the strategic role of the Public Relations Division (Humas) at Polresta Deli Serdang in managing internal coordination and external communication in response to digital crime. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research involved in-depth interviews with eight key informants and thematic analysis of the collected data. The findings reveal that Humas is often excluded from the early stages of operations, weakening its ability to build narratives that uphold institutional legitimacy. Externally, the public perceives the police as slow and overly formal, failing to match the speed and emotional tone of social media discourse. The study recommends a shift from one-way, bureaucratic communication to a symmetrical approach rooted in local culture, involving digital community leaders and co-created narratives. These findings contribute to strengthening police communication strategies through empathetic, transparent, and collaborative engagement to rebuild public trust.
Hermeneutika Kontekstual dalam Reformasi Islam: Kajian terhadap Pemikiran Nasr Hamid Abu Zayd Siregar, Anwar Habibi
Islam & Contemporary Issues Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ici.v5i1.1733

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This study analyzes Nasr Hamid Abu Zayd’s critical approach to reforming the understanding of Islamic religious texts. In response to the challenges posed by modernity and globalization, Abu Zayd emphasizes the importance of rationality in interpreting religious teachings. His ideas emerge as a response to the stagnation of Islamic thought, which tends to be scripturalist and ahistorical. The study aims to examine Abu Zayd’s methodological contributions in offering a new paradigm of Qur’anic interpretation that is contextual and inclusive. This research employs a qualitative approach using historical-critical analysis and critical discourse analysis of Abu Zayd’s key works. Data were obtained through a review of primary and secondary literature discussing his interpretative thought and methodology. The results show that Abu Zayd’s contextual approach encourages a progressive and inclusive interpretation of religious texts. He stresses the importance of understanding texts within the historical, social, and cultural contexts in which they emerged. Thus, the interpretation of texts becomes dynamic and relevant to contemporary realities. The discussion highlights how Abu Zayd’s approach opens space for dialogue between text and context and supports the values of pluralism, tolerance, and individual rights in modern Muslim societies. His findings make a significant contribution to the development of critical Islamic studies and help bridge the gap between tradition and social transformation. This study recommends integrating the contextual approach into Qur’anic studies to promote a more open and humanistic Islamic discourse.

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