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Al-Hukama: The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law
ISSN : 20897480     EISSN : 25488147     DOI : 10.15642/alhukama
Al-Hukama serves academic discussions of any Indonesian Islamic family law issues from various perspectives, such as gender, history, sociology, anthropology, ethnography, psychology, philosophy, human rights, disability and minorities, digital discourse, and others. It intends to contribute to the debate in classical studies and the ongoing development debate in Islamic family law studies in Indonesia, both theoretical and empirical discussion. Al-Hukama always places the study of Islamic family law in the Indonesian context as the focus of academic inquiry.
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Articles 226 Documents
Reevaluating the Legal Status of Misyār Marriage: Contextual Insights from Figures of the Indonesian Ulema Council in Malang City Rouf, Abd
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2024.14.2.232-260

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This paper explores the perspectives of figures from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) of Malang City regarding the legal status of misyār marriage in contemporary contexts. As an empirical legal study, this research employs a conceptual and philosophical approach and utilizes maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah of Jamāluddīn ibn ‘Aṭiyyah by conducting interviews with two figures. The findings reveal that they consider misyār marriage permissible and valid under stringent conditions. First, the wife must willingly accept the absence of financial support from the husband. Second, the wife's obedience to the husband must remain intact, ensuring that whenever the husband expresses a need or desire, the wife is obligated to fulfill her marital duties. Misyār marriage is viewed as consistent with maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah due to its emphasis on avoiding adultery (zina), reflecting ḥifẓ al-nasl (preserving lineage) and ḥifẓ al-nasab (upholding the family heritage). Furthermore, when this type of marriage provides comfort for the couples, it embodies the values of sakīnah (tranquility), mawaddah (affection), and raḥmah (compassion), aligning with the evolving contexts and the changing needs of the partners. However, this perspective simultaneously raises new legal challenges in the context of Indonesian Islamic family law, which offers women-based protection in the ongoing discourse.
From Patrilineal to Bilateral: A New Balance of Islamic Inheritance Law in Indonesia’s Religious Court Jalaludin, Akhmad
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2024.14.2.201-231

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This study investigates the transformation of the Islamic inheritance system within the framework of the Religious Courts in Indonesia. Employing a normative legal research methodology, the study adopts conceptual, philosophical, and prescriptive approaches to analyze key legal materials, including the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI), Supreme Court jurisprudence, and other legal sources. The finding reveals that this transformation is driven by the necessity to align inheritance laws with Indonesia’s inclusive and egalitarian social and cultural values. The implementation of the KHI and the rulings of the Supreme Court represent a significant step toward adopting a bilateral inheritance system aimed at ensuring a more equitable distribution of inheritance rights, particularly for women. Judges’ reliance on the principle of maṣlaḥah (public interest) is crucial in facilitating this transformation. Despite these advancements, challenges persist, especially in increasing public awareness and acceptance of the reformed system. This progressive reform highlights Indonesia’s Religious Court efforts to make Islamic law more responsive to the principles of gender equality. The article offers valuable insights into the evolution of Islamic inheritance law in Indonesia, contributing to broader discussions on promoting gender justice within the framework of Islamic legal principles.
Mubādalah in Practice: Exploring the Dual Role of Generation Z Students as Couples Zaid, Muhammad; Noor, Safdhinar Muhammad An; Utami, Defanti Putri; Mustofa, Yoki Bisry
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2024.14.2.171-200

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Applying the principle of reciprocity within a household is crucial for maintaining family resilience. However, implementing this principle often poses challenges for young families, particularly when one or both partners are still university students. This study focuses on how married students at the State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang apply the concept of mubādalah (reciprocity). Using a sociological approach, the research gathered data through in-depth interviews with six students, comprising three male and three female participants. The findings reveal that several students acknowledged that their marriages were founded on mutual values and collaboration, which are representations of mubādalah. The study also highlights that these students successfully navigate dual roles as spouses and students by integrating the principles of mubādalah. They regard this concept as a critical foundation for fostering happiness and family resilience in their lives. The application of mubādalah enables both partners to share responsibilities equitably, transforming marriage into a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnership. These findings affirm that marriage during study, despite academic commitments, does not hinder personal growth. Instead, it demonstrates the practical application of reciprocal and equitable role-sharing practices, which benefit both individuals in the partnership.
From Financial to Moral-Ethical Concerns: Changing Pattern of Divorce Reasons at the Religious Court of Bekasi, Indonesia Mazro'atus Sa'adah; Mudzhar, M. Atho’; Abdullah, Abdul Gani; Subhan, Zaitunah
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2024.14.2.142-170

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This study examines the changing causes of divorce at the Religious Court of Bekasi between 2011 and 2020. Employing a qualitative approach, the study utilizes descriptive analysis of recorded divorce cases to explore these trends. The findings reveal fluctuations in the primary causes of divorce. Initially, economic factors dominated, but over time, moral and ethical issues, such as infidelity, domestic violence, and neglect of responsibilities, became more prominent. Subsequently, economic reasons reemerged as a leading factor, albeit with a smaller margin. Social issues such as ineffective communication, lack of mutual respect, and external family interference also contribute to divorce cases. These changes are influenced by the evolving social dynamics and modernity of Bekasi's urban society, where perceptions of family roles have transitioned from a primarily economic partnership to one emphasizing love, self-fulfillment, and emotional connection. This study highlights that social transformation and modernity significantly impact divorce patterns in Bekasi, with economic and moral-ethical factors alternately taking precedence over the past decade.
Ikrar Talak di Depan Sidang Pengadilan Agama Makinudin, Makinudin
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 1 No. 1 (2011): Juni
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2011.1.1.70-110

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Hukum Indonesia menyatakan bahwa ikrar talak harus dilakukan di depan sidang Pengadilan Agama, sebagaimana dinyatakan dalam Pasal 39 ayat 1 dan 2 Undang-Undang Nomor 1 Tahun 1074 tentang Perkawinan, Pasal 65 Undang-Undang Nomor 7 Tahun 1989 tentang Peradilan Agama jo Undang-Undang Nomor 3 Tahun 2006 tentang Perubahan UU Nomor 7 Tahun 1989 jo Undang-Undang Nomor 50 tentang Perubahan Kedua Atas UU Nomor 7 Tahun 1989 dan Pasal 115 Kompilasi Hukum Islam. Akan tetapi, sampai saat ini masih ada umat Islam Indonesia yang tidak percaya tentang keabsahan undang-undang dan dituangkan dalam perundang-undangan, bahkan mereka menganggap bertentangan dengan fiqh (hukum Islam). Oleh karena itu, diperlukan pembahasan terkait dengan hal tersebut melalui kembali kepada al-Qur’an (fain tanaza’tum fi syayin farudduhu ila Allah wa al-Rasul), melalui reinterpretasi dengan pendekatan kaidah tafsir atau kaidah usul al-fiqh. Berdasarkan penelitian ini, diketemukan (1) Keharusan adanya alasan dalam perceraian sebagaimana berlaku di Indonesia adalah sesuai dengan kandungan surat al-Nisa’ (4): 34-35 dengan menggunakan petunjuk huruf wawu atf pada dalalat al-tartib (menunjukkan berurutan), bukan li mutlaq al-jam’i atau li al-ma’iyyah (bersama-sama). Oleh karena itu, suami tidak boleh langsung mengunacapkan kata-kata kepada isterinya “anti taliq”, harus ada alasan dan tahapan-tahapan yang dilalui dalam perceraian; (2) Putusan Mahkamah Nomor 59 K/Ag/1981 (sumber hukum formil) yang mengharuskan ada saksi dalam pengucapan ikrar talak adalah sesuai dengan kaidah amar pada lafal wa ashhidu dhaway adl dengan menempatkan kaidah pokok amar (perintah) pada wajib dan menggunakan marji (tempat kebali) bukan kepada lafal aw fariquhun, tetapi dikemalikan lafal fatalliquhun. Dalam hal wa ataf disamaka dengan kaidah syarat, sehingga berlaku syarat/ataf kembali kepada seluruh jumlah, tidak hanya pada jumlah (kalimat) yang terakhir; dan (3) Pelaksanaan ikrar talak harus dilakukan di depan sidang pengadilan agama adalah sesuai dengan penerapan kaidah tafsir/usul a-fiqh pada kaidah ‘am, yaitu hadhf al-ma’mul yufid al- ‘umum (membuang ma’mul, yang berupa obyek maf’ul, dharaf atau keterangan adalah menunjukkan umum) dengan melalukan takhrij al-ma’mul (inventarisasi), tanqih al-ma’mul (seleksi) pada lafal wa aqimu alshahadah li Allah. Artinya, ma’mul yang dibuang pada lafal tersebut berupa lafal “amam al- adi”, sebagaimana Fayruzabadi (Tanwir al-Miqbas), al-Samarqandi (Bahr al- ‘Ulum) dan al-Nawawi Banten (Tafsir al-Munir), ‘Ali alSayis (Tafsir Ayat al-Ahkam), Sayyid Tantawi (al-Tafsir al-Wasit), dan Wahbah al-Zuhayli (Tafsir al-Munir). Dengan dasar-dasar tersebut, pengucapan ikrar talak di depan sidang Pengadilan Agama adalah sesuai dengan tafsir ahkam atau fiqh (hukum Islam) dengan menggunakan kaidah tafsir atau kaidah usul al-fiqh. Artinya, ikrar talak yang tidak dilakukan di luar sidang pengadilan dianggap tidak pernah terjadi.
Diterimanya Izin Poligami Karena Ingin Mendidik Dan Menolong Calon Istri Dalam Penetapan PA Sidoarjo No. 1913/Pdt.G/2015/Pa.Sda Salim, Muhammad
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 8 No. 1 (2018): Juni
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2018.8.1.1-27

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This article is a normative study of the determination of the Sidoarjo Religious Court in case No.1913 / Pdt.G / 2015 / PA. regarding the receipt of a polygamy permit application because the husband wants to educate and help the second prospective wives. This study is interesting considering that this reason is not at all listed in Law No. 1 of 1974 concerning marriage. The judge has three considerations. First, the condition of the applicant's second wife is mentally traumatized because she has experienced domestic violence in a previous marriage. second, in the Koran are required only fair. Third, there has been an agreement from the first wife, fulfilled materially and non materially by the applicant and able to be fair by making a statement. Even though the judge ignored the law in this matter, however, the value of benefit would be greater if he received the polygamy permit application. The judge may give a different verdict, but if it continues to do so the limitation of polygamy regulations will be weak. What did the judges were in accordance with article 4, paragraph 2 of Law No. 1 of 1974 and Law No. 48 Year 2009 concerning Judicial Authority Article 1 Paragraph 1. [Artikel ini adalah kajian normatif terhadap penetapan Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo dalam perkara No.1913/Pdt.G/2015/PA.Sda. tentang diterimanya permohonan izin poligami karena ingin mendidik dan menolong calon istri. Kajian ini menarik mengingat bahwa alasan tersebut sama sekali tidak tercantum dalam Undang-Undang Nomor 1 Tahun 1974 Tentang perkawinan. Hakim memiliki tiga pertimbangan, Pertama, kondisi calon istri kedua pemohon secara mental trauma karena pernah mengalami KDRT pada perkawinan sebelumnya. Kedua, dalam al-Quran hanya disyaratkan adil. Ketiga, sudah adanya persetujuan dari istri pertama, terpenuhi secara materi maupun non materi oleh pemohon dan sanggup adil dengan membuat surat pernyataan. Walaupun hakim mengabaikan undang-undang dalam hal ini, akan tetapi, nilai kemaslahatan akan lebih banyak jika menerima permohonan izin poligami tersebut. Hakim boleh memberikan putusan yang berbeda, akan tetapi jika itu terus dilakukan maka pembatasan peraturan poligami secara ketat akan terjadi lemah. Apa yang dilakukan hakim sudah sesuai pasal 4 ayat 2 Undang-Undang Nomor1 Tahun 1974 dan Undang-Undang Nomor 48 Tahun 2009 Tentang Kekuasaan Kehakiman Pasal 1 Ayat 1.]
Tes Kesehatan Pra Nikah Bagi Calon Mempelai Laki- Laki di Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) Jatirejo Mojokerto Aprilia, Hana Ayu
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 7 No. 2 (2017): Desember
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2017.7.2.333-358

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This article examines the implementation of “pre-marriage health test for bride and groom in Religious Affairs Office (KUA) of Jatirejo Sub-district, Mojokerto Regency on the maslahah mursalah perspective”. Pre-marriage health test in Religious Affairs Office (KUA) of Jatirejo Sub-district, Mojokerto Regency is solely done for bride and groom. The Public Health Center (Puskesmas) asks globally about history of disease, height, and weight of the bride and groom. In Islam, it is permissible (mubah) and included in hajiyyah benefit. The pre-marriage health test is one of the efforts to keep the offspring (hifz al-Nasl). Pre-marriage health test that should be done by both bride and groom gives many benefits. One of them is to prevent the transmission of disease like mentioned in the phrase “prevention is better than cure”, the government should also provide convenience to community by reducing the cost of medical examination. [Artikel ini mengkaji pelaksanaan tes kesehatan pra nikah bagi calon mempelai laki-laki di Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) Kecamatan Jatirejo Kabupaten Mojokerto dengan menggunakan analisis maslahah mursalah”. Pemeriksaan tes kesehatan pra nikah Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) Kecamatan Jatirejo Kabupaten Mojokerto hanya dilakukan kepada calon mempelai laki-laki. Pihak Puskesmas bertanya secara global mengenai riwayat penyakit calon pengantin, tinggi badan dan berat badan calon pengantin. Tes kesehatan pra-nikah dalam Islam dibolehkan (mubah) dan termasuk dalam kemaslahatan yang sifatnya hajiyyat. Tes kesehatan pra-nikah merupakan salah satu bentuk usaha untuk menjaga keturunan (hifz al-Nasl). Pemeriksaan kesehatan pra-nikah seharusnya dilakukan oleh kedua calon pengantin, mengingat begitu banyak manfaat yang didapat dari pemeriksaan kesehatan tersebut, yang salah satunya adalah mencegah penularan penyakit. Sesuai dengan ungkapan “mencegah lebih baik daripada mengobati”, hendaknya pemerintah juga memberikan kemudahan kepada masyarakat dengan jalan meringankan biaya pemeriksaan kesehatan.]
Pernikahan Dengan Pekerja Seks Komersial di Lokalisasi Moroseneng Perspektif Hukum Islam Izzuddin, Muhammad Fikri
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 7 No. 2 (2017): Desember
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2017.7.2.359-385

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This is a field research that highlights the marriage with commercial sex workers in Moroseneng localization of Benowo, Surabaya and its legal status. The study concludes that there are three cases of marriage in the localization. The first, the wife is still active as a commercial sex worker for two months after her marriage took place. The second, the wife had repented before the marriage took place, and the third, the wife had stopped after her marriage. This marriage is held as in general, that are by fulfilling the marriage pillars, namely the prospective husband and wife, marriage guardian, two witnesses and ijab qabul, and reinforced by a certificate of marriage from the local village office (kelurahan). Muslim scholars differ on the law of marrying adulteress women, there is an absolute allowance and there are also some conditionals. The School of Imam Hanafi, Imam Shafi'I’ and Imam Maliki agree that the law of marriage is permissible because there is no prohibition to marry an adulterous woman. While Imam Hanbali requires adulterous women to marry should repent first. Thus, marriage with commercial sex workers in Moroseneng localization of Benowo Sub-District of Surabaya City is valid, let alone the pillars have been fulfilled. In addition, the underlyed reason for the marriage is the desire to help commercial sex workers from her prostitution environment and foster good housekeeping. [Tulisan ini merupakan hasil penelitian lapangan yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran pernikahan dengan pekerja seks komersial di lokalisasi Moroseneng Kecamatan Benowo Kota Surabaya beserta hukumnya. Hasil penelitian menyimpulkan, bahwa terdapat tiga kasus pernikahan di lokalisasi tersebut. Kasus pertama, istri masih aktif sebagai pekerja seks komersial selama dua bulan setelah pernikahanya berlangsung. Kasus kedua, istri telah bertaubat sebelum pernikahanya berlangsung dan kasus ketiga istri telah berhenti setelah pernikahanya. Pernikahan ini dilangsungkan seperti pada umumnya, yakni dengan memenuhi rukun pernikahan, yaitu adanya calon suami istri, wali nikah, dua orang saksi dan ijab kabul, dan diperkuat dengan surat keterangan menikah dari kelurahan setempat. Adapun ulama berbeda pendapat mengenai hukum menikahi wanita pezina, ada yang membolehkan secara mutlak dan ada yang bersyarat. Mazhab Imam Hanafi, Imam Syafi’i dan Imam Maliki sepakat bahwa hukum menikahinya diperbolehkan karena tidak adanya larangan menikahi wanita pezina, sedangkan Imam Hanbali mensyaratkan wanita pezina yang akan menikah harus bertaubat terlebih dahulu. Dengan demikian, pernikahan dengan pekerja seks komersial di lokalisasi Moroseneng Kecamatan Benowo Kota Surabaya adalah sah, apalagi rukunnya telah terpenuhi. Selain itu juga, alasan yang mendasari pernikahan tersebut adalah adanya keinginan untuk menolong wanita pekerja seks komersial dari lingkungan prostitusi dan membina rumah tangga yang baik.]
Motif Poligami Dengan Wanita Pekerja Seks Komersial Eks. Lokalisasi Moroseneng Perspektif Hukum Islam Aprilia, Mega Dwi
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 7 No. 2 (2017): Desember
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2017.7.2.386-411

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This is a field research that focuses on “Polygamy Motive with Commercial Sex Worker Woman in Moroseneng Localization within the Perspective of Islamic Law’. The research aims to find out how Islamic law views polygamy motive with commercial sex worker women in Moroseneng localization, Benowo, Surabaya. If we compare with the polygamy motive under the time of Prophet Muhammad, the polygamy motive with commercial sex worker women in Moroseneng localization is not much different namely to help and elevate women to be more noble. It's just all the motives of polygamy by the Prophet Muhammad’s time are not entirely implemented. The motive of polygamy with commercial sex worker women in Moroseneng localization is more to meet sexual needs and help. However, helping and raising the degree of commercial sex worker women to be a good woman is the main motive. If the polygamy with commercial sex worker women aimed to help, lead, and guide them in goodness and keep them away from evil, give them a lawful living, and can do justice among the wives, then the legal status of polygamy is recommended (sunnah) and allowed. [Tulisan yang berjudul Motif Poligami dengan Wanita Pekerja Seks Komersial atau Purel Eks. Lokalisasi Moroseneng Perspektif Hukum Islam ini merupakan hasil penelitian lapangan yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana hukum Islam memandang motif poligami dengan wanita pekerja seks komersial atau purel eks. Lokalisasi Moroseneng di Daerah Benowo Kota Surabaya. Jika dibandingkan motif poligami Nabi Muhammad Saw., motif poligami wanita pekerja seks di eks. Lokalisasi Moroseneng sebenarnya tidak jauh berbeda, yaitu bertujuan untuk menolong serta mengangkat derajat wanita agar lebih mulia. Hanya saja motif poligami yang dilakukan oleh Nabi Muhammad Saw. tidak diterapkan semuanya. Motif poligami dengan wanita pekerja seks komersial atau purel eks. Lokalisasi Moroseneng adalah motif memenuhi kebutuhan seksual dan menolong. Memenuhi kebutuhan seksual bukan menjadi tujuan utama, menolong serta mengangkat derajat para wanita pekerja seks komersial untuk menjadi wanita baik-baik adalah motif utamanya. Jika poligami dengan wanita Pekerja Seks Komersial bertujuan menolong, memimpin, dan membimbing mereka dalam kebaikan dan menjaga mereka dari keburukan, memberi mereka nafkah yang halal, serta bisa berbuat adil kepada para istri-istri, maka hukum poligami di sini adalah sunnah dan juga diperbolehkan.]
Studi Komparasi Efektifitas Peraturan Mahkamah Agung Tentang Prosedur Mediasi dan Peraturan Mahkamah Agung No. 1 Tahun 2016 Tentang Prosedur Mediasi Terhadap Peran Mediator di Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo Syaifudin, Achmad
Al-Hukama': The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Family Law Vol. 7 No. 2 (2017): Desember
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/alhukama.2017.7.2.412-436

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This paper intends to compare the effectiveness of Supreme Court Regulation no. 1 of 2008 and Supreme Court Regulation no. 1 of 2016 about mediation procedures to mediators’ role in Religious Court of Sidoarjo. By the documentation and interview techniques, this paper found that mediators in the Religious Courts of Sidoarjo became a facilitator in solving problems or disputes to reach favorable agreement for the parties. There is a difference between Perma No. 1 of 2008 with Perma No. 1 of 2016, namely the shorter duration of mediation, the obligation for the parties to attend directly the mediation meeting, and the existence of rules of good faith in the mediation process and its legal consequences. These differences are quite helpful in facilitating the mediation process, but there is no significant change in success rate prevention of divorce due to lack of good faith from the litigants. The Sidoarjo Religious Court should socialize Perma No. 1 of 2016 on mediation procedures to mediators and the parties of the dispute. Mediators in the Religious Courts of Sidoarjo should understand and apply correctly the existing rules in Perma No. 1 of 2016 on Mediation Procedures. [Tulisan ini bermaksud membandingkan Efektifitas Peraturan Mahkamah Agung No. 1 Tahun 2008 dan Peraturan Mahkamah Agung No. 1 Tahun 2016 Tentang Prosedur Mediasi terhadap peran mediator di Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo. Dengan menggunakan teknik dokumentasi dan wawancara, tulisan ini menemukan, bahwa mediator di Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo menjadi fasilitator dalam menyelesaikan masalah atau sengketa untuk mencapai kesepakatan yang menguntungkan pihak-pihak yang bersengketa. Terdapat perbedaan antara Perma No. 1 tahun 2008 dengan Perma No. 1 tahun 2016, yaitu mengenai batas waktu mediasi yang lebih singkat, adanya kewajiban bagi para pihak untuk menghadiri secara langsung pertemuan mediasi, dan adanya aturan tentang iktikad baik dalam proses mediasi serta akibat hukumnya. Perbedaan tersebut cukup membantu melancarkan proses mediasi, tetapi tidak ada perubahan tingkat keberhasilan yang siginifikan terhadap pencegahan terjadinya perceraian karena tidak adanya iktikad baik dari para pihak yang berperkara. Seyogyanya Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo mensosialisasikan Perma No. 1 tahun 2016 tentang prosedur mediasi kepada mediator dan para pihak yang bersengketa. Mediator di Pengadilan Agama Sidoarjo hendaknya memahami dan menerapkan secara benar aturan yang ada di Perma No. 1 tahun 2016 tentang Prosedur Mediasi.]