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MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman
ISSN : 08520720     EISSN : 25023616     DOI : 10.30821
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Keislaman is a peer reviewed academic journal, established in 1976 as part of the State Islamic University of North Sumatra Medan (see: video), dedicated to the publication of scholarly articles in various branches of Islamic Studies, by which exchanges of ideas as research findings and contemporary issues are facilitated. MIQOT is accredited as an academic journal by the Ministry of Education and Culture, Republic of Indonesia (SK Dirjen Dikti No. 040/P/2014) valid through February 2019. Miqot welcomes contributions of articles in such fields as Quranic Studies, Prophetic Traditions, Theology, Philosophy, Law and Economics, History, Education, Communication, Literature, Anthropology, Sociology, and Psychology.
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MAPPING INTELLECTUAL TRENDS IN FIQH: The Written Legacy of Southern Tapanuli Scholars in the 20th Century Ikbal, Muhammad; Asari, Hasan; Nasution, Wahyudin Nur
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 48, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v48i2.1276

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Abstract: In 20th-century Southern Tapanuli, Islamic discourse prominently centered on fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), reflecting historical circumstances and local challenges. Limited access to classical Middle Eastern texts prompted scholars to produce accessible, practical fiqh literature tailored to the community’s needs. This study analyzes their contributions by examining fiqh texts to identify thematic patterns and focus areas. The findings reveal that while fiqh education gained public prominence, the written works concentrated on foundational topics like purification (taharah), worship (ibadah), and almsgiving (zakat). These efforts highlight the pragmatic approach of Tabagsel scholars, ensuring that Islamic jurisprudence remained contextually relevant and responsive to societal needs.Keywords: Southern Tapanuli Scholars, Writing Tradition, FiqhStudies, Mandailing
MODERNIZATION OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION LECTURE AT ISLAMIC HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN CONTEMPORARY INDONESIA Lubis, Rahmat Rifai; Hanafiah, Muhammad Ali; Dalimunthe, Rasyid Anwar; Rashed, Zetty Nurzuliana
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 48, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v48i2.1189

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This study aims to analyze the modernization of Islamic education literature at state Islamic universities in North Sumatra, in relation to efforts to increase students’ Islamic knowledge. This research follows a qualitative method, with a case study approach. The results revealed that the use of literature in the lecture process in general does not fully use Islamic-based literature. This can be seen from the Islamic education sources included in the lecturer’s course plan. It is found that there are three main efforts to modernize Islamic literature in the Islamic Education Study Program of PTKIN North Sumatra, namely (1) regulation, (2) development and updating references, literature content, and Islamicizing literature, as well as increasing the ability of lecturers and students, (3) innovation or the use of technology. Opportunities for modernization in increasing the scientific treasures of PAI (Islamic Education) study program students can be seen from the motivation, competence, resources and cooperation established. But there are also obstacles, namely internal obstacles, related to the lack of competence, attitude and campus facilities. External obstacles are related to the influence of journal trends and the dominance of western science. This research has novelty in the form of recommendations for a list of Islamic education lectures that are relevant in the modern era, guidelines for writing teaching materials based on Islamic lectures, and initiation of the formation of Islamic lectures research centres in Islamic universities.
PRESUPPOSITIONS AND LEVELS OF UNDERSTANDING IN SCIENTIFIC EXEGESIS: Insights from Indonesian Quranic Scholars Iqbal, Muhammad; Asfahani, Mohammad Ali Rezaei; Tousi, Hamid Reza
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 48, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v48i2.1262

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This study explores the presuppositions underlying scientific exegesis as discussed by Indonesian Quranic scholars. Focusing on horizontal gradations of understanding, it examines their role in shaping the necessity for scientific interpretation. Since the 1960s, Indonesia has witnessed significant growth in scientific exegesis, leading to the emergence of three distinct generations of exegetical thought. These developments are rooted in foundational presuppositions (mabna), which drive the evolution of interpretive approaches. Using a literature review method, the research analyzes documents and applies content analysis to identify key insights. The study concludes that the horizontal gradation of understanding, reflecting the Qur’an’s comprehensiveness and its numerous scientific verses, serves as the foundational presupposition for Indonesian scientific exegetes in employing scientific methodologies for Quranic interpretation. This approach underscores the dynamic interplay between scientific perspectives and Quranic understanding within the Indonesian context. Keywords: Indonesia, presuppositions of exegesis, Kauni  verses, gradation of understanding, scientific exegesis
THE MEMES OF HADITH ON DOWRY IN SOCIAL MEDIA: Paul Ricoeur’s Hermeneutical Perspective Taufiqotuzzahro', 'Azzah Nurin; Ja'far, Ali; Alawy, Muhammad Syihabudin
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 48, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v48i2.1173

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Abstract: This study examines how people understand and convey the message of a hadith about dowries through memes, using images and illustrations. By analyzing these memes hermeneutically, particularly those shared on social media, the research explores the interplay of image, caption, underlying ideas, and how the hadith is interpreted. Conducted as library research, it employs descriptive analysis methods and a hermeneutic approach, focusing on a meme about marriage dowries sourced from a Facebook fan page. Paul Ricoeur’s hermeneutics framework guides the analysis. The findings reveal that hadith memes reflect the social construction of society based on real-life experiences. These constructions promote the idea of a “salehah” (pious) woman as someone who requests a modest dowry. The interpretation of the meme’s content serves as a symbol for readers, conveying the hadith’s message in informative, declarative, interjective, and affirmative ways. Furthermore, the study highlights that women who do not conform to or uphold the hadith’s teachings may face a negative social image.Keywords: Memes, Hadiths, Dowry, Hermeneutics, Labeling
HIJRAH AND RECTIFICATION OF MUSLIM IDENTITY: The Case of Campus Da’wah Activists in Pontianak City Syahbudi, Syahbudi; Ardiansyah, Ardiansyah; Ali, Roslan bin; Hayanuddin, Safri
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 48, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v48i2.1174

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From its inception, hijrah in Islamic tradition referred to the Prophet Muhammad’s geographical migration from a perilous environment to a place of peace. Over time, however, hijrah has evolved to encompass broader notions of transformation, including shifts in lifestyle, adoption of Islamic attire, and changes in social relationships. These developments illustrate that hijrah is a fluid and multifaceted concept. It explores how these activists experience and manage hijrah in terms of acceptance and supervision. Key questions addressed include: How do campus da’wah activists construct and sustain their identity through hijrah in the context of modernity? What role does the state play in shaping religious life? The article argues that hijrah represents not only a journey of self-improvement but also a subtle form of resistance to state influence in regulating religious practices, particularly as communities navigate the negative aspects of modernity. The interplay between hijrah, the state, and modernity is characterized by selective engagement, prioritizing lifestyle changes over ideological shifts. Using Peter L. Berger’s social construction framework—encompassing externalization, objectification, and internalization—the article concludes that the spirit of hijrah within this framework significantly shapes perspectives on the state’s role in religious affairs.Keywords: Hijrah; identity, state role, Islamic thought, modernity.
SHAPING ISLAMIC HIGHER EDUCATION IN RIAU’S MALAY CONTEXT IN THE THOUGHT OF HAJI ZAINI KUNIN Tambak, Syahraini; Sukenti, Desi; Yasin, Muhammad Muthi’ul Haqq bin Fatah; Yasin, Muhammad Dhiya’ul Hafidh bin Fatah; Zakaria, Gamal Abdul Nasir
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i1.1336

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While much research has explored the development of Islamic higher education, the contributions of Malay figures remain underexamined. This study investigates the development strategies of Islamic higher education through the perspective of Zaini Kunin, a prominent Malay scholar. This study a historical approach, the research involved interviews, literature analysis, and focus group discussions, analyzed through thematic identification, source criticism, interpretation, and historiography. The findings highlight Zaini Kunin’s method, which includes: (1) constructing an Islamic scientific framework based on Surah Al-Qashash [28]:77 across four domains—religious sciences, natural and social sciences, social ethics, and environmental sciences; (2) affirming tauhidullah (the creed of Oneness of God) as the ultimate goal; (3) embedding Islamic values in the curriculum; (4) developing sincere and committed human resources; (5) promoting social piety; and (6) fostering national and international collaboration. In conclusion, Zaini Kunin’s method for developing Islamic higher education is rooted in the foundational philosophy of Islam, as drawn from its core teachings. 
RELIGIOUS PLURALISM IN MUSLIM-MAJORITY COUNTRIES: Comparing Gorontalo, Indonesia and Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia Hunowu, Momy; Kamaruzzaman, Kartini; Pakuna, Hatim Badu; Fata, Ahmad Khoirul
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i1.1350

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Indonesia and Malaysia, as Muslim-majority nations, are recognized for their tolerance of other religious groups. However, this study highlights underlying challenges threatening social stability in both countries. Focusing on Gorontalo, Indonesia, and Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, the research examines the dynamics of religious pluralism and its societal challenges. Using a qualitative approach, main data were gathered through interviews with interfaith leaders, teachers, activists, and officials. The findings reveal that, while harmony and interfaith dialogue exist, challenges persist. In Gorontalo, minority communities face difficulties in constructing places of worship and acquiring suitable religious teachers. In Negeri Sembilan tensions arise over proper use of “religious plurality” or “pluralism” and the use of the term “Allah” by the Christians. Apparently, on top of the existing efforts other creative ways need to be used to strengthen religious harmony catering for the ever evolving social complexities in both regions.
ISLAM AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: Perspectives from Traditionalist and Modernist Muslim Communities in Indonesia Firdaus, Muhammad Anang; Syihabuddin, Muhammad; Fuady, Zein
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i1.1333

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This study explores how traditionalist and modernist Muslim communities in Indonesia respond to the ethical, religious, and social implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Using a qualitative analysis of fatwas, religious texts, and scholarly discourse, the research identifies distinct approaches: traditionalists prioritize doctrinal continuity and exhibit caution, while modernists adopt more adaptive interpretations that seek to align AI with Islamic ethical principles. Despite methodological differences, both groups express shared concerns regarding AI’s influence on human agency, moral responsibility, and religious authority, while also recognizing its potential benefits when guided by Islamic values. The findings reveal that theological orientation alone does not shape responses to AI; socio-cultural factors also significantly influence how religious communities interpret emerging technologies. This study offers a nuanced perspective on how Indonesian Muslims navigate the intersection of faith, ethics, and technological advancement, contributing to broader discussions on Islamic thought and digital transformation in contemporary society.
CYBER-ISLAMIC MODERATION IN INDONESIA: Digital Activism of Islami.co and IBTimes.id and Its Implications for Young Muslims Mahzumi, Fikri; Aminuddin, Ahmad; Mahfudh, Hasan; Mujibuddin SM, M.
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i1.1290

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The digital sphere in Indonesia has evolved into a contested domain for divergent religious ideologies, particularly between radical and moderate interpretations of Islam. Over recent decades, religious radicalism has predominantly shaped the online narrative. However, the emergence of digital activism among younger generations affiliated with Nahdlatul Ulama and Muhammadiyah has led to strategic attempts at counter-narratives that emphasize religious moderation. This study investigates the role of two influential Islamic digital platforms—Islami.co and IBTimes.id—in promoting moderate Islamic discourse and shaping the religious perceptions of young Indonesian Muslims. Utilizing a mixed-methods and netnographic approach, the research integrates survey data collected from 110 university students in East Java with in-depth interviews conducted with media activists and selected platform users. The findings indicate that Islami.co and IBTimes.id are actively involved in constructing and disseminating narratives that promote Islamic moderation through curated content, strategic communication, and mission-driven digital activism. This role positions them as ideological counterbalances to radical religious narratives. The study concludes that digital media serves as a crucial platform for contemporary religious discourse and significantly influences the Islamic worldview of Indonesian Muslim youth, highlighting the importance of digital activism in promoting moderate religious values.
IMPLEMENTING TAZKIYAH AL-NAFS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT CHARACTER Ibrahim, Mulyadi; Rijal, Syamsul; Mawardi, Mawardi; Miswari, Miswari; Sihotang, Burhanuddin
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i1.1398

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Contemporary character education often lacks integration with spiritually rooted frameworks, particularly those grounded in Islamic traditions of inner purification. Despite the richness of concepts such as tazkiyah al-nafs, their practical application in modern educational settings remains limited. This study explores the concept of tazkiyah al-nafs as articulated by Abū Hasan Al-Nadwī and its relevance to contemporary character education. Using a descriptive-analytical approach, the research examines primary texts and scholarly interpretations to assess its pedagogical potential. The findings indicate that Al-Nadwī’s formulation—though distinct in its technical articulation—aligns with other scholars in four key aspects: its foundation in Qur’anic and Prophetic teachings, its position as an alternative to philosophical Sufism, its emphasis on ethical-spiritual purification through worship and social conduct, and its role in developing inner discipline. The study proposes a model for integrating tazkiyah al-nafs into character education through curriculum design, institutional culture, and a spiritually conscious learning environment.