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CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies)
ISSN : 2085563X     EISSN : 25021044     DOI : https://doi.org/10.20961/cmes
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The CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) journal is a distinguished peer-reviewed academic publication dedicated to advancing rigorous scholarly research on Middle Eastern studies. It publishes high-calibre research articles, theoretical studies, and critical reviews that engage with both contemporary and historical issues relevant to the region, employing a multidisciplinary approach. The CMES journal serves as a dynamic intellectual platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to exchange innovative findings and perspectives, advancing Middle Eastern studies through a multidisciplinary framework grounded in the epistemological foundations of the humanities and social sciences. In the humanities, the journal emphasises linguistics, literature, and Middle Eastern culture. At the same time, the social sciences focus on politics, economics, education, religions, and the social dimensions of Middle Eastern societies. CMES encourages scholarly work that engages these disciplines through monodisciplinary inquiry, interdisciplinary synthesis, or transdisciplinary dialogue, fostering conceptual integration and methodological interaction across disciplinary boundaries. Manuscripts submitted to CMES must be pertinent to Middle Eastern studies and demonstrate clear engagement with the epistemic traditions of their respective fields. Submissions are expected to exhibit rigorous methodology, original insights, and significant contributions to regional studies, while appealing to a global academic audience.
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POTRET MASYARAKAT URBAN DALAM NOVEL DAN FILM AL-FIL AL-AZRAQ: KAJIAN ADAPTASI PERSPEKTIF RESPON ESTETIS Ahmad Naufal Dzulfaroh
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 11, No 1 (2018)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.11.1.26004

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Adaptation, as one form of response to literary texts, is a matter that has been much discussed in the world of literature or the world of art in general. An interesting case of adaptation is the adaptation of al-Fil al-Azraq's novel to a film showing the effort of an adapter to preserve the novel story as well as transforming it into a new work with a variety of creativity in it. This study aims to reveal the individuality, effects, and meaning of the text contained in the novel al-Fīl al-Azraq as the background text and the film al-Fīl al-Azraq as a foreground work as well as the media changes occurring in the adaptation work . To see this process of adaptation, the theory of aesthetic response from Wolfgeng Iser. The results of this study indicate that the adapters do dialectic with the source text and then display it in their adaptation work through changes in the text in the form of allusions, negations, and blank filling. These changes also affect the individuality, effects, and meaning of the adaptation work to the point of shifting from the source text. This shows that the work of adaptation is a new work that has its own individuality and creativity, a work of repetition without replication.
PETA KAJIAN ATAS NOVEL SEJARAH ISLAM KARYA JURJĪ ZAIDĀN Moh. Wakhid Hidayat, Sangidu, Fadlil Munawwar Manshur, Taufiq Ahmad Dardiri
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 12, No 1 (2019)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.12.1.34867

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The novel of Islamic history by Jurjī Zaidān is one of the works of Modern Arabic literature which appeared at the end of the 19th century. Since it was first published, as a serial story in al-Hilal magazine, this novel has been read and has received a great response. Zaidān composed 22 titles of novels from 1891 to 1914. After Zaidān's death in 1914, his novels were still read by the public, reprinted, and even translated in various languages in the world. Zaidān’s Islamic historical novels still exist, both within the scope of modern Arabic literature and in Arabic thought, with many studies to date. Research on this novel is reviewed and analyzed to reveal the diversity of perspectives to be mapped. Found nine perspectives in the study of Islamic historical novels; the perspective of the development of Arabic novel genres, the perspective of authorship and pioneering in Arabic novel genre, the perspective of the popularization of Arab-Islamic history, critical perspectives of Islamic historical facts, intrinsic literary criticism perspective, narrative structure perspective, feminist perspective, perspective modern Arab identity, and Arab nationalism perspective. The mapping of studies become the positioning of further Islamic historical novel studies, and at the same time can be a model of study for the analysis of other historical novels that develop in Arabic literature or other national literature.
THE GENDER EQUALITY CAMPAIGN IN PICTURE STORY AL-BINTU MITSLUL WALAD (A ROLAND BARTHES’S SEMIOTICS STUDY) Mamat Rachmat; Firstiyana Romadlon Ash Shidiqiyah; Ahmad Syakir Maulana
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 16, No 2 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.16.2.59910

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The picture story "Al-Bintu Mitslu al-Walad" by Fatimah Al-Ma’dul narrates the tale of a child named Salma who seeks justice for her rights in the arena of games. As a child, Salma demands an end to discrimination between girls and boys in choosing games. This article highlights Salma's childhood character and the equality she advocates. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method that focuses on describing the narrative and visual aspects of the book and interprets them from Roland Barthes' semiotic perspective. From Barthes' perspective on myth, the meaning of the struggle for gender equality represents the gender equality campaign of Hosni Mubarak, the leader of Egypt from 1981 to 2011. Semiotically, the book reinforces Mubarak's policies regarding gender equality in Egypt, thereby not being considered mere rhetoric. Therefore, this book is presented as a way to seek support from the community.
Conversation Principles: Study of Surah Al-Anbiya' Paragraph 89, 87, 85 and 83 Mukhamad Syaiful Milal
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 15, No 1 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.15.1.54867

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This research aims to disclose and dismantle principles of conversation in Surah Al-Anbiya' verses 89, 87, 83 and 85 with a pragmatic approach. The verse was chosen because it represents a pragmatic phenomenon that draws further attention from the point of view of this study. The research will focus on analyzing the content and meaning contained in the verse which is then interpreted with the principle of cooperation between the speaker and the speech partner. The theory of conversational principles in this study is the theory proposed by Grice in 1975, covering the maxims of quantity, quality, relationship and implementation with various forms of violation or non-compliance with these maxims. Al-Quran is Allah SWT in the form of text and timeless, so that the study in the Al-Quran will present various interpretations that will become his word. In Surah al-Anbiya 'Recounts the conversation between creatures and God. In this verse and in practice, conversations between lovers of Allah SWT as speech partners contain several pragmatic phenomena with the principles of conversation between the parties involved. The implementation of these conversational principles has their respective duties and functions based on the situation of the speech act. However, in this communication, is four maxims are not always implemented.
COMPARISON OF THE ROLE OF TOURISM IN THE ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION AGENDA OF SAUDI ARABIA AND THE UAE Yuha Afina Khalish; Mohammad Izdiyan Muttaqin; S Salahudin Suyurno
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.18.2.106000

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MENENTUKAN ARAH PENERAPAN TEKNIK DAN METODE PENERJEMAHAN ARAB – INDONESIA DALAM TEKS KEAGAMAAN : STUDI KASUS PENERJEMAHAN SYI’RU MACHALLIL QIYĀM KARYA FATIHUDDIN Muhammad Muslih, Muhammad Yunus Anis
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 10, No 2 (2017)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.10.2.39349

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This study aims to describe translation techniques and methods used in the translation of Syi‘ru Machallil Qiyām. This research is based on conceptual theories about translation techniques from Molina and Albir and Newmark's theory of translation method. This study is under the research paradigm of descriptive-qualitative. The data were collected by using non-interactive method is, using document recording technique. The data analysis applied the Miles and Huberman’s model (1994) which consists of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion and verification. The data source was the book of Al-Barzanji authored by Sayyid Ja'far Al-Barzanji which was translated by Yasin (2001). The results showed that there were 10 translation techniques used in the translation of Syi‘ru Machallil Qiyām including the technique of adaptation found 2 data (2.7%), description 4 data (5.5%), generalization of 3 data (4.1%), particularization of 1 data (1.4%), calque found 10 data (13.7% ), literal 12 data (16.4%), borrowings 4 data (5.5%), reduction of 2 data (2.7%), addition of 13 data (17.8%), and shifting of 22 data (30.2% ). The most widely used technique was the shifting technique found as many as 22 data. This was occured primarily due to the underlying difference between the Source Language (SL) and TL structures, therefore, to achieve the language correspondence and acceptability, the translator has focused on using more shifting techniques. The translation method used was oriented at the Target Language (TL) of 49 data (67,1%).
PLAGIARISM IN CLASSIC ARABIC POETICS (COMPARATIVE STUDY OF AL-JUMAHI AND AL-QAIRAWANY’S THOUGHTS) Muhammad Bachrul Ulum
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 16, No 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.16.1.53447

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This research aims to present an interpretation of literary criticism on the occurrence of plagiarism in classical Arabic poetry. The topic of plagiarism, contrasted theoretically, has not been extensively discussed in previous studies. Al-Jumahi was the first to disclose the problematic aspects behind the outstanding reputation of Arab poetry. Conversely, Al-Qairawany presented related theories more systematically. This study employs a descriptive qualitative method using a contrastive approach towards the two major works of these figures, namely Thabaqat Fuhul As-Syuara and Al-Umdah fi Al-Mahasin li As-Syuara wa Adabihi wa Naqdih. The findings reveal that Al-Jumahi and Al-Qairawany start from the same premise, albeit from differing perspectives. Al-Jumahi contends that all forms of imitation are acts of plagiarism, entirely unacceptable in the literary world. On the other hand, Al-Qairawany asserts that if imitation does not compromise the principle of creation and innovation, it can still be accepted as original literary work. Consequently, there is a significant development from the criticism of the Al-Jumahi period to the Al-Qairawany period.
The Actualization of Characters and References in The Classic Arabic Literature Criticism Yusuf Haikal
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 14, No 1 (2021)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.15.1.48323

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This study aims to give an overview, review and actualize referral sources in the literary criticism of classical Arabic along with the figures from the source of the referral, which is expected to help and enrich the knowledge and insight for learners criticism in Arabic literature. The method used is descriptive qualitative and the study of literature. Through this method the data and studies taken from various sources of literature are then described and presented in the form of words based on the focus of the book which became the main reference. From the discussion, it could be concluded that the scientific and the development of criticism in Arabic Literature in the classical, more precisely between the eighth century to the twelfth century, is the golden period of development in the scientific criticism in Arabic literature. Moreover, the four centuries was also born to a wide variety of artwork and writing a review or even find a theory and new things related to literary criticism. There are at least four books is the source of the referral (mashdar) literary criticism of classical Arabic that can be actualized and utilized as well as made the object of research to the development of scientific criticism in Arabic literature at the present time. The fourth book is Thabaqāt Fuchūlus-Syu'arā’, al-muwāzanah, al-badi’, and dalā'ilul i'jāz. The fourth book, and its author, is also a testament to the greatness of the development of criticism in Arabic literature in the classic, and has represented a wide range of novelty born of the development of scientific criticism in Arabic literature.
VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW BY ISRAEL IN RETALIATORY ATTACKS AGAINST HAMAS AND THE GLOBAL RESPONSE Mellinda Raswari Jambak; Anwar Masadi; Alam An Shori
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 18, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.18.1.96040

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The attack launched by Hamas against Israel, rooted in a long-standing historical conflict dating back to 1948, culminated in the events of October 7, 2023. Israel’s military response to the attack has sparked widespread debate, particularly regarding potential violations of international humanitarian law. This study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the legal violations committed by Israel during its retaliatory attacks against Hamas, as well as the international community’s response. The research adopts a normative juridical approach, referencing primary legal sources from international humanitarian law governing armed conflict, and is supported by secondary literature such as books, accredited academic journals, and scholarly articles. Data were collected through document studies and literature reviews, and analyzed through data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that Israel has violated several fundamental principles of international humanitarian law, including the principles of humanity, proportionality, distinction, and military necessity. International responses appear polarized; most European countries expressed support for Israel, while many Asian and Arab nations condemned its actions due to the significant impact on civilian populations. This polarization reflects a growing imbalance in the application of humanitarian principles in the context of armed conflict.
STRUKTUR IKLAN KOMERSIAL DI MEDIA CETAK MESIR (STRUCTURE OF COMMERCIAL ADVERTISEMENT IN EGYPT PRINTED 126 MEDIA) Moh. Masrukhi, Syamsul Hadi, Suhandano, Thoyib
CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) Vol 7, No 2 (2014)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/cmes.7.2.13460

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Commercial advertisement of the printed media usually appears in two kinds. There are verbal and compounding of verbal and nonverbal.  The article explores thestructure of commercial advertisement of the printed media in Egypt. The objective ofthis paper is to explain the elements and the patterns in each structure.  It collectedadvertisement from Egypt news papers and magazines during April until June 2013 andanalyzed the data using the theory of advertisement of Leech and Bathia. The analysisresult reveals that verbal structure has more patterns than nonverbal ones. It concludesthat the verbal structure is more complex than nonverbal structure and its existence isneeded to help verbal messages.