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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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PESANTREN IN DYNAMIC TRANSFORMATION: Harmonizing Classical Roots and Modern Practices Sofi, Muhammad Jauhari; Manaf, Sofwan; Ali, Jauhar
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University North Sumatra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i2.1459

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Caught between the pull of tradition and the push of modernity, pesantren is undergoing a crucial transformation in the landscape of Indonesian Islamic education. This study explores how pesantrens maintain their classical roots while integrating modern educational practices. It employs a narrative review with data collected from relevant peer-reviewed literature. These data are synthesized according to common themes and analyzed qualitatively. The review reveals that, despite external pressures (e.g., colonial rule and state policies) and its active role in civil society, pesantren continues to preserve traditional Islam by sustaining classical Islamic scholarship, moral teachings, and kyai-led authority. At the same time, modernization has strongly influenced pesantren education, with many institutions expanding their curricula, adopting inclusive governance, utilizing digital tools, and aligning with national education policies to strengthen institutional capacity and relevance. These pesantrens demonstrate a careful balancing act; they selectively integrate modern educational reforms while upholding their religious traditions although certain issues still merit further attention. Overall, these findings underscore the pesantren’s resilience, adaptability, and significance in today’s Indonesian educational context.
BEING MUSLIM IN METRO MANILA: Diversity of Identity and Political Loyalty Sefriyono, Sefriyono; Mutin, Sittie Jehanne U; Ashadi, Andri; Zulfis, Zulfis
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i2.1469

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This study examines how the multiple identities of the Mindanao Muslim minority in Metro Manila influence their loyalty to the Philippine state. Using qualitative methods through Focus Group Discussions and in-depth interviews conducted in Quiapo, Maharlika Village, and Culiat, the research applies Creswell’s qualitative data analysis framework. The findings reveal four key tendencies: (1) reluctance to identify as Filipinos due to historical, cultural, and religious dissonance; (2) prioritization of ethnic and religious over national identity; (3) pragmatic identification as Filipinos for bureaucratic purposes; and (4) successful integration of Islamic, Bangsamoro, and Philippine identities among a small group who perceive no inherent conflict between them. The study contributes to the discourse on Muslim minority identity negotiation by demonstrating that identity pluralism and adaptive negotiation are crucial mechanisms for sustaining minority existence within a dominant national framework
RESISTING COLONIALISM AND THE FORMATION OF ISLAMIC IDENTITY IN NUSANTARA-INDONESIA Hajar, Imam Ibnu; Said, Imam Ghazali; Maram, Ahmad Nabilul
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i2.1347

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This study examines the impact of European colonialism on the political, economic, and religious identity dynamics of Muslim communities in the Nusantara while highlighting Islam’s role as a pillar of resistance. The research analyzes primary archives and secondary literature within a “Challenge and Response” framework using a historical-qualitative methodology. Findings show that Islamic sultanates had developed strong economic and cultural networks before European colonization. Policies of monopoly and cultural assimilation by the Portuguese and Dutch triggered resistance, marked by physical opposition and the reaffirmation of religious identity. Islamic institutions such as pesantren, ulama networks, and Sufi leaders were central in fostering solidarity and anti-colonial sentiments. Resistance spanned political, cultural, and spiritual domains, positioning Islam as an inspiration for social movements. This study concludes that colonialism accelerated the formation of Islamic identity as a resistance force, paving the way for structured liberation movements. 
DZIKR AND MEDITATION IN TASHAWWUF: Spiritual Disciplines, Psychological Benefits, and Their Contemporary Relevance Afifi, Mansur; Fattah, Abdul; Mareta, Mira; Fakhri, Mohammad
MIQOT: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Keislaman Vol 49, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : State Islamic University North Sumatra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30821/miqot.v49i2.1485

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Dzikr (remembrance of Allah) and meditation are core spiritual practices in Islam that support inner peace and personal transformation. Grounded in the Qur’an and developed within tashawwuf (Sufism), they aim to purify the self (tazkiyah al-nafs), deepen God-consciousness, and cultivate spiritual tranquillity. This study explores the relevance of dzikr and meditation by integrating Islamic spiritual perspectives with contemporary psychological and mental-health insights. Using a qualitative–descriptive method, data were obtained through literature analysis and participatory observation in dzikr and meditation gatherings, supplemented by informal interviews. The results show that these practices enhance spiritual well-being by fostering gratitude, emotional balance, and awareness of the Divine, while also producing measurable psychological benefits such as reduced stress and increased resilience. The study concludes that dzikr and meditation remain highly relevant for promoting holistic well-being and providing accessible pathways to balance and meaning in modern life.