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Journal of Indonesian Islam
Published by Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel
ISSN : 19786301     EISSN : 23556994     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.15642/JIIS
Core Subject : Religion, Humanities, Education, Art, Social,
Religion Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences Other
Journal of Indonesian Islam (JIIS) publishes articles on Indonesian Islam from various perspectives, covering both literary and fieldwork studies. The journal puts emphasis on aspects related to Islamic studies in an Indonesian context, with special reference to culture, politics, law, society, eco­no­mics, history, and doctrines. Journal of Indonesian Islam always places Indonesian Islam in the central focus of academic inquiry, and invites any comprehensive observation of Islamic expressions with various dimensions in the country. The journal, serving as a forum for the study of Indonesian Islam, supports focused studies of particular themes and interdisciplinary studies in relation to the subject. It has become a medium of exchange of ideas and research findings from various traditions of learning that have interacted in the scholarly manner.
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DEFENDING WOMEN UPHOLDING NORM: Political Aspiration of Bu Nyai in Indonesian Local Politics Bahar, Moh. Syaeful; Chalik, Abdul; Riyadi, Abdul Kadir
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.389-417

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The public and political role of Muslim women in Indonesia has been on the increase in recent years. This is due family connections, gender equality, and religious piety. This article particularly highlights the political participation of Bu Nyai, Muslim personalities with pesantren backgrounds. This paper contends that their motive is their aspiration to advocate women's rights, which is often ignored by male-politicians. The idea that “only women understand women” represents another reason why these Bu Nyai compete in elections for public office. The Bu Nyai relies much on defending values and norms rather than on competence or experience. The wisdom behind this is the fact that Indonesian politics is not always about idea, as it is about sense and positive image. These are the so-called social and spiritual capitals that this paper tries to explore by referring to three Bu Nyai in East Java and their political aspiration in upholding norms by defending women. The rise of these Bu Nyai and their prominence in local elections is a direct testimony that Indonesian politics is not patriarchal. Their activism is an automatic repudiation of neo-liberal thesis that in major Muslim societies, women are politically marginalized.
WHO OWNS NAHDLIYYIN? A Discourse Analysis of Islamic Identity in Social Media during the 2024 Indonesia Presidential Elections Marijan, Kacung; Rachman, Rio Febriannur; Wibisono, Rizky Bangun; Suwarko, Andi
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.418-447

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The 2024 Indonesian presidential election witnessed the strategic appropriation of Islamic symbols and Nahdliyyin or the follower of Nahdlatul Ulama identity in political discourse, particularly on social media. While Nahdlatul Ulama has historically shaped Indonesian politics, existing studies overlook how Nahdliyyin identity is constructed and contested in digital spaces. This study fills that gap by analyzing social media narratives through Stuart Hall’s theory of representation and Michel Foucault’s concepts of discourse and power. Using qualitative discourse analysis, this research explores how Islamic identity is mobilized, negotiated, and challenged in online political debates. Findings suggest that Nahdliyyin identity is increasingly treated as a political object rather than a substantive ideological force, with digital narratives reducing it to mere symbolism for electoral gain. Social media amplifies elite-driven representations, sidelining grassroots interpretations and internal diversity. These findings highlight the commodification of Nahdliyyin identity in political campaigns, reinforcing the dominance of symbolic politics over substantive engagement with Islamic thought.
LOST IN TRANSLATING THE DIVINE MESSAGE: Different Perspectives of Indonesian Muslim Feminists on Polygamy Verses in the Qur’an Muthmainnah, Yulianti; Mundzir, Ilham; Razak, Yusron; Arif, Nasr Muhammad
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.303-328

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The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Religion, has officially translated the Qur'an to understand the content and context of the Qur'an. This translation became the only official translation for many years and serves as a public reference. However, such translation is not always well-received; some agree with it by offering notes, while some disagree and suggest new translations because they are considered biased, including gender bias. One of the verses that reflects gender bias is the translation of the Qur'an al-Nisa [4]:3 regarding polygamy. This paper analyzes the translation of the Qur'an by comparing the opinions of two Indonesian scholars, namely Siti Musdah Mulia and Faqihuddin Abdul Kodir. This research employs a qualitative methodology, focusing on literature study, interviews, and lecture observations conducted by the two scholars. This paper concludes that Kodir disagreed with the government's translation and offered a new translation regarding the verse on polygamy, while Mulia gave a different interpretation and approach to understanding the text.
NAVIGATING THE PARADOX: Integrating Tradition and Educational Innovation in Indonesian Pesantren Nisak, Zeni Hafidhotun; Pitoyo, Agus Joko; Ikhwan, Hakimul; Maryudi, Ahmad
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.448-475

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This article explores the dynamic interplay between tradition and innovation in Indonesian pesantren (Islamic boarding schools), emphasizing their adaptability in the face of modern educational demands. Qualitative case studies of three well-established Islamic boarding schools of Bahrul Ulum Tambakberas Jombang in East Java, Darunnajah Jakarta, and Mathali’ul Falah Pati in Central Java is conducted. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders, including kiai, teachers, students, and alumni. The research identifies three typologies of innovation: Modern-Progressive, Integration-Multiformat, and Traditional-Intensive. The study high­lights the strategies pesantren employ to overcome challenges such as resource constraints, technological resistance, and socio-cultural barriers in order to maintain relevance amidst ever changing Muslim society in Indonesia. By integrating traditional Islamic education with modern pedagogical practices, these three pesantren enhance academic performance, foster character develop­ment, and equip students with 21st-century skills in their own way and method with different results and outcomes. This research contributes to the discourse on faith-based education by offering insights into how pesantren preserve their Islamic identity while innovating to meet contemporary societal needs.
MA'HAD 'ALY AND ISLAMIC HIGHER EDUCATION IN CONTEMPORARY INDONESIA: Contributions, Dynamics of Intellectualization, and Scientific Independence of Islamic Boarding Schools Niam, Khoirun; Hamid, Abdulloh; Candra Yudha, Ana Toni Roby; Sulaeman, Mubaidi
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.329-362

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This study examines the role of Ma’had Aly and Private Islamic Higher Education Institutions (PTKIS) managed by pesantren in Indonesia in strengthening the scientific independence of Islamic boarding schools through intellectualization. The research is based on field observations and interviews conducted at 12 pesantren offering Ma’had Aly and postgraduate programs, analyzed using Creswell’s analytical approach. The findings indicate that Ma’had Aly and PTKIS postgraduate programs significantly enhance the intellectual capacity of santri, not only in mastering Islamic religious sciences but also in developing related disciplines such as social and natural sciences. These programs encourage the integration of traditional pesantren learning with formal higher education, introducing more advanced and systematic intellectual frameworks within Islamic studies. Furthermore, they provide opportunities for santri to cultivate critical thinking, apply scientific methodologies, and engage in interdisciplinary research. The study concludes that integrating Islamic higher education into pesantren enriches Islamic educational theory and demonstrates the continuing relevance of pesantren in responding to modernization and globalization.
MANHAJ AL-MUFASSIR AL-INDŪNĪSI AL-JĀWI FĪ AL-ISTIFĀDA MIN ASBĀB NUZŪL AL-QUR’ĀN ‘INDA TAFSĪRIHI LI AL-QUR’ĀN AL-KARĪM DIRĀSATAN TAḤLĪLIYYATAN El-sharif, Abdul-Rahim
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.575-608

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This study aims to conduct an analytical examination of the approach taken by the Indonesian commentator Muhammad ibn Umar al-Nawawi al-Jawi al-Bantani, known as Nawawi al-Jawi, in addressing asbāb al-nuzūl (the reasons for the revelation) of verses of the Holy Quran, through his interpretation of these verses in his book entitled ‘Maraḥ Labid’. The researcher employed a descriptive methodology to define asbāb al-nuzūl and clarify their conditions, and an inductive methodology to trace the examples of narrations mentioned by Nawawi al-Jawi in his commentary to illustrate these asbāb al-nuzūl. The researcher then employed an analytical approach to understand the strategy and methodology of the commentator Nawawi al-Jawi in presenting asbāb al-nuzūl. The research demonstrated that Sheikh Nawawi al-Jawi was meticulous in using asbāb al-nuzūl as an assistance to understanding the texts of the Holy Quran, and that he adhered to the principles of this discipline, deviating from them only in very rare instances.
THE REPRESENTATION AND PRODUCTION OF GENDER LITERACY IN PESANTREN LITERATURE: Tensions between Tradition and Modernity Chusna, Aidatul; Setyorini, Ari; Murniati, Tri; Sholikhah, Ika Mar'atus; Kholifah, Asrofin Nur
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.476-497

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This study examines the interplay of gender representation and cultural production within Indonesian pesantren literature by analyzing three novels: Dian Wisanggeni by Dian Latifa, Hati Suhita by Khilma Anis, and Dua Barista by Najhaty Sharma. Written by female authors with pesantren backgrounds, these novels highlight the tensions between tradition and modernity while advocating gender empowerment. Through textual and production analyses, supported by interviews with the authors, the research identifies central themes of gender literacy, including the portrayal of educated and independent female protagonists who challenge patriarchal norms. The findings reveal how these narratives navigate traditional pesantren hierarchies, explore the reconciliation of religious and modern identities, and address the broader societal implications of gender inequality. The study situates pesantren literature within the framework of Indonesian literary tradition and underscores its potential as a medium for enhancing gender awareness. By bridging Javanese traditions with Islamic values, these works inspire dialogue on the roles of Muslim women in both domestic and public spheres, fostering a nuanced understanding of gender dynamics in contemporary Islamic contexts.
THE PESANTREN WAY IN CREATING LEADERS Novianti, Lelly Lailiyah; Wijoyo, Suparto; Rahmah, Mas; Thalib, Prawita; Salman, Radian; Ristawati, Rosa; Fauzia, Ficky Dahliana
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.363-388

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Pesantren or Islamic traditional boarding school is one the unique institution within Indonesian Islam. Serving a comprehensive education with emphasis on the internalization of Islamic values is the main purpose of pesantren. Additionally, since they also serve the society safeguarding and leadership, Pesantren promote the emergence of new leadership. This study explores how pesantren cultivates leadership by integrating spiritual depth with intellectual rigor highlighting 5 pesantrens across East Java. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) from Scopus, WoS, and Semantic Scholar, the findings identify five leadership development categories in pesantren: moral and character-based, entrepreneurial, humanist and inclusive, spiritual and religious, and transformational and innovative leadership. As a result, Pesantren provides a strong foundation for leadership education, grounded in moral, spiritual, and local wisdom. This model has been proven effective in shaping character, integrity, and responsibility, making it a relevant framework for fostering the nation's moral and leadership development. Their alumni show strong leadership skills that beneficial for their role in society.
CATALYZING RELIGIOUS MODERATION AND GENDER EQUALITY USING DIGITAL ISLAMIC COUNSELING GUIDANCE IN WEST JAVA ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL Kusnawan, Aep; Rustandi, Ridwan; Gumilar, Setia; Ali, Muhamad
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.498-523

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This study examines the implementation of counselling guidance to strengthen religious moderation and gender equality through digital counselling guidance in modern Islamic boarding schools in West Java. Using a qualitative-interpretive approach, this study involved Islamic boarding schools in seven districts/cities, focusing on female students aged 15-25. The results of the survey reveal the development of a digital counselling guidance framework that integrates Islamic moderation values and counter-narrative strategies for gender-based cyber violence. This framework includes four dimensions: digital connection skills, content access, contextual understanding, and interaction in digital space, referring to UNESCO and Kemenkominfo standards. The implementation of digital counselling guidance is carried out through the stages of instilling, coaching, mentoring, and competency development, and it is applied at the individual, interpersonal, and institutional levels. This process follows the connect-content-context-contact cycle, emphasizing the importance of building constructive and inclusive media literacy awareness. This study significantly empowers Islamic boarding school communities to face digital challenges, promoting moderate Islam and gender equality in the digital era.
BEYOND SHARIA AND SECULARISM: Political Pluralism and Multiculturalism in the Concept of Dār al-Mīthāq Musadad, Ahmad; Ramdlany, Ahmad Agus; Yasid, Yasid; Syaifudin, Mochamad
JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/JIIS.2025.19.2.524-545

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The relationship between religion and the state in Indonesia remains a perennial hot topic, never growing stale over time. This study examines the nexus between religion and the state through the lens of political pluralism and multicul­tu­ralism, focusing on the dār al-Mīthāq concept put forward by Ma’ruf Amin. The urgency of this research arises from Indonesia’s diverse socio-political dynamics and the threat of extremist ideologies endangering national unity. Employing a qualitative method with a normative-analytical approach, the study draws on library research and the analysis of both historical and contemporary documents. The findings demons­trate that dār al-mīthāq constructs a covenant-based constitutional framework that redefines the state as a religious­ly grounded consensus, integrating faith, justice, and tolerance within a plural society while simultaneously revealing its limitation as a form of normative multiculturalism that insuffi­ciently addresses structural inequality and recognition gaps. These results underscore that applying the principles of political pluralism can serve as a strategic solution to ideolo­gical conflicts, while requiring a shift toward critical multicul­tu­ralism to ensure substantive equality and inclusive participation.

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