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Dirasah: International Journal of Islamic Studies
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29869250     DOI : https://doi.org/10.59373/dirasah
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies is a double-blind peer-reviewed international journal published by Perkumpulan Dosen Tarbiyah Islam Indonesia (PDTII). The journal publishes research articles, conceptual articles, reports on field studies, and book reviews of Islamic studies (See Focus and Scope). The articles of this journal are published every six months (2 issues per year)
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Reconceptualizing the Intellectual Revolution: A Comparative Study of Thales and Muhammad Cecep Sumarna; Pendi Hasibuan; Heri Gunawan; Fuad Hilmi; Abdulghani Tehmamad
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Comparative Islamic Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v4i1.105

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This research explores the fundamental epistemological transformation in human consciousness from the dominance of mythos to the emergence of logos through a comparative study of two transformational figures: Thales of Miletus and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This research aims to analyze the mechanism of the intellectual revolution initiated by the two figures, compare their models of thought, and examine their impact on civilization. Using a qualitative-comparative approach within the framework of comparative intellectual history, historical philosophy, and hermeneutics, this study analyzes primary and secondary sources to reconstruct these epistemological shifts. The results of the study show that although both figures managed to transition their societies towards argumentative and systematic reasoning, they followed different trajectories. Thales pioneered the rational-naturalistic paradigm by desacralizing the cosmos and seeking material principles (arche). At the same time, Muhammad initiated the rational-transcendental paradigm by integrating revelation, reason, and ethics into a monotheistic epistemology. The main difference lies in the source of its epistemological legitimacy: one is rooted in autonomous human observation and the other in prophetic rationality. This article offers a cross-civilizational approach to intellectual history and provides a new perspective on the plurality of human rationality. Finally, this research proposes a synthesis of civilization that bridges the gap between rationality and spirituality, offering an alternative framework for addressing the modern epistemological crisis through an inclusive, non-Eurocentric dialogue.
Gender Mainstreaming Analysis of COVID-19 Vaccination Policy in Aceh: A Communication Perspective Ade Irma; Aklima Aklima; Ramzi Murziqin; Chaidir Ali
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Comparative Islamic Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v3i2.106

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COVID-19 vaccination programs implemented under health emergency conditions risk reproducing gender inequities unless explicitly designed to accommodate the differentiated needs of men and women. This study examines Gender Mainstreaming (GM) in the implementation of COVID-19 vaccination services in Aceh Province, Indonesia, in 2021, with reference to Minister of Health Regulation No. 84 of 2020. The study aims to evaluate whether vaccination services were gender-responsive and to identify indicators of social inequality throughout the vaccination process. A concurrent mixed-methods design was employed, combining structured questionnaires, in-depth interviews, Focus Group Discussions, and documentary analysis. Data were collected from 320 respondents and 48 interviews across four sites — Banda Aceh City, Langsa City, Lhokseumawe City, and Bener Meriah Regency — and analyzed using the Gender Analysis Pathway (GAP) model across five dimensions: government commitment and policy, institutional framework, human resources, disaggregated data, and community participation. Findings indicate that COVID-19 vaccination in Aceh achieved an overall GM score of 85.84%, categorizing services as gender-sensitive and approaching gender-responsive. Nonetheless, indicators of social inequality were identified, particularly in the form of limited and uneven communication outreach, the absence of sex-disaggregated data presentation, and the reliance on administrative sanctions to mobilize participation rather than awareness-based approaches. These findings suggest that achieving genuinely gender-responsive health services requires not only regulatory compliance but also sustained capacity-building for field implementers and the adoption of equity-centered communication strategies at all levels of service delivery.
Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Building Anti-Bullying School Culture Arif Rahman Hakim; Muhammad Hasyim; Ahmad Budiyono; Hani Adi Wijono
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Comparative Islamic Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v3i2.108

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Bullying has become a persistent challenge in educational environments, affecting students’ psychological well-being, social relationships, and academic development. In response to increasing concerns regarding school violence and student morality, the role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in fostering character development and preventing bullying has gained growing attention. This study aims to analyze the role of PAI teachers in building an anti-bullying school culture at SMP Negeri 5 Jombang. This research employed a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving PAI teachers, counseling teachers, school administrators, and students. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, consisting of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that PAI teachers play strategic roles as moral educators, spiritual mentors, and social role models in preventing bullying through religious guidance, emotional mentoring, moral habituation, and character education programs. Religious activities such as congregational prayers, Qur’anic recitation, istighosah, and Islamic spiritual programs contribute significantly to strengthening students’ empathy, emotional discipline, tolerance, and social awareness. The study also found that bullying prevention becomes more effective when supported through collaboration among PAI teachers, counseling teachers, school administrators, and parents. However, challenges related to digital media exposure, peer-group influence, and limited parental supervision continue to affect students’ behavior.This study contributes to the growing discourse on religion-based bullying prevention and highlights the importance of integrating moral internalization, emotional guidance, and collaborative educational approaches in creating sustainable anti-bullying school cultures.
Towards a Qur’anic Inclusive Ethics: Reinterpreting Disability Verses through the Lens of Karāmah al-Insān Anwar Sadat; Nuraini Muhammad Daud; Zamakhsyari Bin Hasballah Thaib; Ratna Rintaningrum; Karimuddin Abdullah Lawang
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Islam, Human Development, and Social Change
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v4i2.83

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This study addresses the persistent issue of ableism in classical Qur’anic exegesis, where disability is often framed within a charity-based and deficit-oriented perspective rather than as an expression of inherent human dignity. Such interpretations risk reinforcing exclusionary attitudes that are inconsistent with the universal ethical vision of the Qur’an. This article aims to reinterpret disability-related Qur’anic verses through the lens of karāmah al-insān (human dignity) in order to construct a more inclusive Islamic ethical framework. Employing a qualitative library-based approach, this study utilizes contextual Qur’anic interpretation combined with a normative-philosophical analysis to examine key disability-related terms and their exegetical trajectories critically. The findings reveal that many classical interpretations are influenced by socio-historical contexts that implicitly marginalize persons with disabilities. Through a dignity-based reinterpretation, this study reconstructs the meaning of disability beyond physical limitation, emphasizing ontological equality and moral worth. Furthermore, it proposes a conceptual framework of Qur’anic inclusive ethics grounded in four key principles: dignity, equality, non-discrimination, and social inclusion. In conclusion, this study demonstrates that the Qur’an provides a robust ethical foundation for an inclusive understanding of disability when interpreted through a karāmah-based lens. The contribution of this research lies in offering a novel theoretical framework that bridges Qur’anic studies and contemporary disability discourse, while also providing ethical guidance for fostering inclusive Muslim societies.
From Charity to Agency: Expanding Human Capabilities through Islamic Philanthropy-Based Education and Poverty Alleviation in Rural Indonesia Muhammad Aziz; Joko Hadi Purnomo; Umi Hamidaton Mohd Soffian Lee; Sholikah Sholikah
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Islam, Human Development, and Social Change
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v4i2.84

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Traditional Islamic philanthropy has long been criticized for its charity-based approach, which often fosters dependency rather than empowerment. In the contemporary era of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a paradigm shift toward ‘agency’ is essential. This study explores how Islamic philanthropic institutions, specifically LAZISNU Tuban, navigate this transition by integrating religious mandates with global developmental benchmarks. Drawing on an extensive 21-month qualitative case study (July 2024 – March 2026), this research utilizes an integrative socio-Maqāṣid framework, combining Pierre Bourdieu’s social capital theory with Amartya Sen’s Human Capability Approach. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews with institutional elites and grassroots beneficiaries, participant observation, and a multi-year audit of institutional documents.  The study reveals that LAZISNU Tuban operates through a model of institutional hybridity, effectively synthesizing traditional charismatic authority with modern professional governance. The results indicate that zakat-based educational programs have evolved beyond mere financial assistance into mechanisms for expanding human capabilities, enabling marginalized students to achieve upward social mobility and structural autonomy. Furthermore, the research identifies a process of vernacularization, where the global SDGs are sacralized through the lens of Maqāṣid al-Syarī’ah (ḥifż al-ʿaql and ḥifż al-māl), making universal goals culturally and religiously resonant at the grassroots level. Theoretically, this study bridges transcendental theology and empirical development studies. Practically, it offers a replicable model for faith-based organizations to accelerate the 2030 Agenda by fostering genuine human agency within rural Muslim societies.
Reconstructing Character Education through Sufi Texts: A Conceptual Semantic Analysis of Sheikh Abdul Wahab Rokan’s Testaments Muhammad Solihin Pranoto; Abd. Mukti; Junaidi Arsyad
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Islam, Human Development, and Social Change
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v4i2.92

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This study examines the character education values embedded in the testaments of Sheikh Abdul Wahab Rokan through a conceptual semantic approach. Amid growing global moral challenges and the limits of modern character education, this research explores how traditional Sufi texts can contribute to a more holistic and meaningful framework for character formation. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method with content analysis, focusing on identifying, categorizing, and interpreting conceptual meanings within the text. Data were collected through document analysis of the testaments and analyzed using conceptual semantic theory to uncover the underlying structures of meaning related to character values. The findings reveal that the testaments contain a wide range of character education values, including religiosity, honesty, tolerance, discipline, responsibility, social care, and other moral virtues. These values are conceptually structured to integrate the spiritual, moral, and social dimensions of human life. The study also finds that character formation in the testaments is rooted in inner spiritual transformation, particularly through principles of sincerity, self-discipline, and ethical conduct. Furthermore, the results indicate that these traditional values remain highly relevant in addressing contemporary moral issues and can be reconstructed into a modern educational framework. In conclusion, this study contributes to the discourse of character education by offering an integrative model that bridges Sufi spiritual traditions and contemporary educational needs through conceptual semantic analysis.
Sufistic Psychotherapy as a Decolonial Paradigm: Transcending the Dominance of Western Epistemology in Islamic Mental Health Akhmad Hasan Saleh; Mohd Zaliridzal Bin Zakaria
Dirasah International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Islam, Human Development, and Social Change
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59373/drs.v4i2.104

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Indonesia's Islamic Religious Colleges (Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Islam, PTKI) have institutionalised Sufism and Psychotherapy as formal academic disciplines. However, their curricula juxtapose Sufi doctrine and Western clinical technique without a coherent epistemological bridge, exposing a structural dependency on positivist-secular epistemology that this article terms intellectual captivity. Existing scholarship on Sufism and psychotherapy remains largely comparative or conceptual, with little empirical attention to how Indonesian Islamic higher education institutions actually construct this integration in practice. This article addresses that gap by asking how Sufistic Psychotherapy can be reconstructed as a decolonial epistemological paradigm rather than an apologetic adaptation of Western psychology. It draws on qualitative case-study fieldwork at five PTKIs (UIN Palembang, UIN Semarang, UIN Kudus, UIN Surakarta, and UIN Kediri), combining curriculum document analysis with in-depth interviews with program heads, faculty, and the chair of the Sufism and Psychotherapy Consortium (KOTATERAPI), alongside critical engagement with classical Islamic epistemology and decolonial theory. Curriculum mapping and interview data show that the existing Body of Knowledge (BoK) remains dominated by textual-normative (bayāni) and intuitive-spiritual (‘irfāni) modes of knowledge while the rational-empirical (burhāni) dimension is comparatively underdeveloped, producing a pre-paradigmatic and institutionally uneven field. Building on this diagnosis, the article reconstructs Sufistic Psychotherapy through five integrative epistemological pillars: a spiritual-physical ontology; an integrative waḥy-‘aql-żawq epistemology; an axiology of tazkiyat al-nafs; a transdisciplinary methodology; and an anti-dichotomous paradigm. The article contributes an empirically grounded, spirito-empirical model that repositions Sufism as an autonomous knowledge system and offers PTKIs a concrete pathway for standardising Sufistic Psychotherapy as a globally contributive, authentically Islamic discipline.