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EMPIRISMA: JURNAL PEMIKIRAN DAN KEBUDAYAAN ISLAM
ISSN : 18299563     EISSN : 25031694     DOI : https://doi.org/10.30762/empirisma.v33i2
Focus The focus of this journal is to publish the results of research and thoughts on Islamic studies in the form of research articles and book reviews and thoughts. Scope since 2017 the journal focuses more on various dimensions of Islamic thoughts and cultures with the scope limited to the following topics: - Theology; - Religious Rituals; - Local Wisdom; - Sacred Texts; - Interfaith Encounter; Contemporary Issues To reach a wider audience and readership, articles in this journal are using two languages: Indonesian and English. This journal is published biannually in January and July.
Articles 249 Documents
Religiosity And Gender Equality: Forming An Eco-Humanistic Understanding In The Face Of The Global Environmental Crisis Muhammad Nabil; Ahmad Zaki Fuad; Abdul Mufid; Muhim Nailul Ulya; Muhammad Agus Ansori; Wan Khairul Aiman Wan Mokhtar
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3476

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan antara religiusitas, kesetaraan gender, dan pemahaman eko-humanis dalam menghadapi krisis lingkungan global. Dalam konteks perubahan iklim dan kerusakan lingkungan yang semakin akut, peran agama dan kesetaraan gender menjadi penting untuk membentuk paradigma baru yang lebih berkelanjutan dan inklusif. Penelitian ini mengkaji bagaimana ajaran-ajaran agama dapat memengaruhi kesadaran ekologis masyarakat, bagaimana kesetaraan gender, terutama peran perempuan, dapat memperkuat upaya-upaya pelestarian lingkungan, dan bagaimana konsep eko-humanis yang menekankan keterhubungan antara manusia dan alam dapat dimobilisasi dalam menghadapi tantangan lingkungan global. Research question utama dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana religiusitas dan kesetaraan gender dapat membentuk pemahaman eko-humanis dan berkontribusi terhadap upaya mitigasi krisis lingkungan global. Untuk menjawab pertanyaan ini, penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1). Ajaran agama yang berfokus pada penghargaan terhadap alam dan solidaritas sosial dapat memperkuat kesadaran lingkungan di kalangan umat beragama. (2). Keterlibatan perempuan dalam gerakan ekologis terbukti memiliki dampak positif terhadap implementasi kebijakan lingkungan yang lebih adil dan berkelanjutan. (3). Pemahaman eko-humanis yang berbasis pada nilai-nilai agama dan kesetaraan gender mampu menghasilkan solusi yang lebih inklusif dan efektif untuk mengatasi krisis lingkungan.
Kiai, Seks Dan Relasi Kuasa Pesantren Indonesia (Studi Kasus Jawa Timur) Almunauwar Bin Rusli; Ahmad Fauzi Fauzi
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3521

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The abuse of religious authority occurring in several Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) in East Java has been widely reported by various mass media outlets; however, it has received insufficient in-depth analysis from academics. Consequently, the phenomenon of sexual violence rooted in the power relations of the Kiai (religious leader) has never been seriously addressed by the government. It should be emphasized that this research does not intend to make generalizations and focuses solely on case studies of five problematic pesantren.Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, critical discourse analysis and sociology of knowledge approach, several key points were identified.  First, the weakness of government oversight and the strengthening doctrine of mystical logic serve as the dominant factors explaining the immense power held by the Kiai within pesantren institutions. Second, in response to this crisis, a wave of resistance has emerged from various elements of civil society. This manifests through two primary channels. (1)  Internal channels: survivors among the female students (santriwati) have engaged in peer-to-peer communication, self-isolation for protection, and strategic collaborations with lawyers and prosecutor, NGOs, and the mass media to voice the truth (2) External channels: residents of East Java have demanded firm state action, including the implementation of chemical castration, the revocation of operational licenses for problematic pesantren, and curriculum reform aimed at dismantling patriarchy and violence. These conclusions demonstrate that sexual violence in pesantren is not merely a matter of individual morality; it is a systemic issue that necessitates legal intervention, rigorous state supervision, and the deconstruction of doctrines that undermine the human rights of female students
Intertextual Reading of Tolerance In The Narrative of The Prophet Solomon Through The Quran’s Cosmic Structure Shofiatun Nikmah; Siti Rif’atus Sa’adah; Wardatul Jannah; Dewi Alhaa; Muhammad Hidayat; Khoiriyah Shofiyah Tanjung
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3532

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Discourse on tolerance in Islamic studies has thus far tended to be anthropocentric, limited to interfaith relations, and has paid insufficient attention to the cosmic dimension that also shapes religious ethics. There is a significant research gap regarding how Islamic texts address cosmic and ecological dimensions, leaving a conceptual void in applying religious ethics to the global environmental crisis. This article aims to reinterpret the story of Prophet Solomon in the Qur’an as a foundation for cross-cosmic tolerance that involves the relationships between humans, non-humans, and the structure of the universe. This study employs a qualitative approach using Izzat Darwazah’s tartīb nuzūlī method to understand the context of revelation, as well as Ferdinand de Saussure’s semiotic analysis to uncover the sign structure (signifier–signified) in the story of Prophet Solomon, particularly in Surah Ṣ ād and Surah al-Naml. Through sign analysis, the study identified three main findings: 1) Prophet Solomon’s relationship with the ants establishes an ethical model that advocates for vulnerable/marginalized entities and acknowledges their right to ecological sustainability. 2) His interaction with the hoopoe demonstrates just leadership that rejects absolute domination and prioritizes epistemic tolerance grounded in rational accountability. 3) Prophet Solomon’s relationships with the ants, the hoopoe, the jinn, the wind, and the Queen of Sheba represent a model of tolerance not based on domination, but rather on the recognition of the agency, rationality, and dignity of every cosmic entity. This story affirms that tolerance in the Qur’an is not merely a passive attitude toward difference, but an active strategy grounded in knowledge, symbols, and transformative spiritual experience. The tartib nuzūlī approach demonstrates a narrative shift from refuting political arrogance (mid-Makkiyah) toward a science-based cosmic diplomatic strategy (late-Makkiyah). The story of Prophet Solomon offers an active and holistic ecosentric ethical paradigm, relevant for addressing contemporary humanitarian and ecological crises
Dialektika Komunikasi Multikultural: Studi Praktik Budaya Lokal dan Agama di Kampung Inggris Pare Kabupaten Kediri Ellyda Retpitasari; Moh Turmudi
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3675

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This study aims to determine the dynamics of multicultural communication, sociological and anthropological perspectives in Kampung Inggris Pare, Kediri Regency and to find out the process of local cultural and religious interpretation in Kampung Inggris Pare, Kediri Regency. The researcher uses qualitative type research with a phenomenological approach with a focus on the study of discussion issues, to what extent is it given to the study of multicultural communication dialectics in shaping local cultural and religious practices. The results of the study show that the role of cultural diversity in Kampung Inggris Pare greatly affects the dynamics of multicultural communication. Students and tutors from different cultural backgrounds must adapt their ways of communicating to achieve a common understanding and mutual benefit. This is influenced by the diversity of students, tutors and the local community. Viewed from a sociological and anthropological perspective, it is shown that multilultural communication in Kampung Inggris Pare includes an understanding of different cultural norms besides language. Despite the obstacles in multicultural communication, social adaptation and effective communication can be carried out in harmony. From the communication process between students, tutors, and the local community, cultural acculturation occurred considering that in Kampung Inggris Pare, immigrants came from various cultures and regions. The immigrant students and tutors come from various religions, many of them are influenced by the habits of the Muslim residents in Kampung Inggris Pare, especially about social ethics and manners. The influence of religion on communication and social interaction, namely religious traditions, also teach values indirectly, especially through the values taught by the local people in Kampung Inggris Pare.
Reconceptualizing Qiwāmah: Gender-Responsive Exegesis and Relational Authority In Contemporary Muslim Families Lina Nur Anisa
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3731

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The concept of qiwāmah in Islamic tradition has often been associated with male authority within a patriarchal marital structure, an interpretation that insufficiently captures the relational transformations of contemporary Muslim families. This study reconceptualizes qiwāmah in marital relations through an integrative framework that combines gender-responsive Qur’anic exegesis with insights from Muslim family psychology. Using qualitative library research, it synthesizes scholarship on gender hermeneutics, Islamic family law, and contemporary family dynamics to examine how interpretations of male leadership shape relational authority, role negotiation, and family well-being. The findings indicate that qiwāmah is better understood as a relational construct grounded in responsibility and negotiated leadership rather than hierarchical domination. Its reinterpretation aligns with partnership-based roles, dialogical communication, and shared accountability, contributing to perceptions of relational justice and psychological well-being. This study advances a relational framework of qiwāmah that bridges normative Islamic discourse with contemporary family psychology, offering both theoretical contributions and practical implications for counseling, premarital education, and family development in modern Muslim contexts.
Otoritas Karismatik Dalam Pembentukan Ruang Sakral: Studi Kasus Abah Guru Sekumpul Di Martapura A Gaus Rafsanjani -; Akhmad Siddiq
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3739

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Martapura is renowned as a religious city imbued with sacred values. The collective awareness of the community regarding the figure of Abah Guru Sekumpul has led the entire urban space to be regarded as sacred, not merely the area surrounding his tomb. illustrates how religion functions to create social order through symbols, rituals, and solidarity. This research applies a qualitative approach through literature review, field observation, and interviews with communities in South Kalimantan. Previous studies mostly examine rituals or religious figures in isolation and rarely explore how sacredness expands into a city-wide collective identity. Research that connects the sacred–profane concept with urban spatial dynamics in Martapura also remains limited. Within the framework of Émile Durkheim's sacred–profane theory, this phenomenon The study reveals that the sacredness of Martapura is shaped by social interactions, Islamic boarding school (pesantren) education, and local government policies that instill religious values in daily life. This sacralization process occurs through the internalization of religious values in social interactions across both younger and older generations, thereby transcending the physical boundaries of the tomb and evolving into a collective identity of the local community. The tomb of Abah Guru Sekumpul serves as a spiritual center that binds the community together through mechanical solidarity grounded in morality and spirituality. This sacredness renders Martapura not only a religious city but also a living social space sustained by its residents' shared consciousness of divine values and Islamic tradition.
Discursive Construction of Interfaith Coexistence In Indonesia and Pakistan: Ideology, Tradition, and Practices of Tolerance M Thoriqul Huda; Moiza Rasikh
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3915

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Indonesia and Pakistan are two countries with different ideological foundations. Indonesia is based on Pancasila as the state ideology that accommodates religious diversity, while Pakistan is built on the identity of Islam as the state religion. These ideological differences influence each country's policies in regulating interfaith relations, including guaranteeing religious freedom and protecting minority groups. However, various forms of violence and conflict based on religion are still found in both countries. This study aims to analyze the strategies implemented by Indonesia and Pakistan in building interfaith coexistence and identify various practices that have been carried out to strengthen tolerance and social harmony. Unlike previous studies that primarily examine interfaith relations within a single national context, this study comparatively investigates how different ideological foundations shape strategies of interreligious coexistence in two Muslim-majority countries. This study employs a qualitative comparative approach based on policy documents, previous empirical studies, and reports concerning interfaith relations in Indonesia and Pakistan. The results show that success in building interfaith harmony is not solely determined by state ideology, but rather by the ability of the state and society to integrate religious values, local culture, and dialogue mechanisms into social life. Indonesia and Pakistan demonstrate that tolerance can develop through different pathways according to their respective social, cultural, and political contexts. Nevertheless, both share the same goal: to create a peaceful, inclusive society that respects differences and allows for harmonious coexistence within this diversity. Despite their different ideological foundations, both countries have developed various institutional and societal mechanisms aimed at managing religious diversity and promoting peaceful coexistence.
Beyond Cultural Heritage: Local Culture As A Social Mechanism For Interfaith Coexistence In Mataraman Society Feryani Umi Rosidah; Himmatul Khoiroh; Adinda Maharani; Maula Safira Tohari
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 2 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i2.3872

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This research examines the practice of culturally based interfaith coexistence in the Mataraman community in East Java. This study is motivated by the reality of religious diversity in Indonesia, this research focuses on the role of culture in interfaith coexistence in Mataraman, using qualitative methods from sociological and anthropological perspectives. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis uses the Miles and Haberman model, namely data reduction, conclusion drawing, and data presentation. The results indicate that the local wisdom of the Mataraman community plays a significant role in building harmonious interfaith coexistence. Cultural values such as cooperation (gotong royong), tepo sliro (community service), and local traditions of village cleanliness, wayang (wayang), jamasan (traditional prayer), and jaranan (traditional Javanese dance) serve as a medium for a "dialogue of life." This enables interfaith interactions to take place inclusively and sustainably. From a symbolic perspective, these cultural practices function as systems of meaning that shape collective consciousness and strengthen social cohesion. Furthermore, cultural symbols such as the "Masgapur" (mosque, gate, and temple) road represent social integration rooted in tolerance and respect for diversity. The findings of this study reinforce and expand Hans Küng's theory of Global Ethics. While Küng emphasizes the importance of universal values such as humanity, solidarity, tolerance, and respect for others as the foundation of interfaith peace, this study shows that these values in Mataraman society are not built through theological debate, but rather are realized through local cultural practices such as cooperation, tepo seliro, wayang, and various shared traditions. Local culture serves as a medium for the actualization of global ethics that transform religious differences into social solidarity and sustainable harmony.
Living Together In Diversity: The Dynamics of Muslim–Christian Tolerance In East Java, Indonesia Sri Isti Nuraini; Luhung Achmad Perguna; Achmad Yafik Mursyid
Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam Vol. 35 No. 1 (2026): Empirisma: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kebudayaan Islam
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30762/empirisma.v35i1.3907

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This study discusses the practice of Islamic-Christian tolerance and the role of local wisdom in maintaining social harmony in Mojowatesrejo Village. The purpose of this research is to identify the forms of interreligious tolerance practices and the role of local wisdom as a social bridge between Muslim and Christian communities. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through interviews with the village head, community leaders, and religious leaders, as well as observations of the social and cultural activities of the community. The theory used in this research is the social construction theory of Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann, which explains that social reality is formed through the processes of externalization, objectivation, and internalization. The results show that the practice of tolerance in Mojowatesrejo Village can be seen through the involvement of different religious communities in social and cultural activities such as village thanksgiving ceremonies, interfaith prayers, cultural parades, and mutual cooperation activities. Local wisdom also plays an important role as a unifying medium through traditions accepted by all religious groups. The change of the term “sedekah desa” into “tasyakuran desa” reflects a social adaptation to create a more inclusive cultural space. Based on Peter L. Berger’s social construction theory, tolerance in Mojowatesrejo Village is formed through continuous social interactions that eventually become part of everyday community life