AL ITQAN: Jurnal Studi Al-Qur’an (Journal of Qur’anic Studies) (ISSN 2442-255X; e-ISSN 2579-6275) is published by STAI Al Anwar Sarang, Rembang, Central Java, Indonesia. The first publication was in 2015 in printed version. Starting from 2017, AL ITQAN has been published both in print and online, has used the OJS (Open Journal Systems) version 2, and also has been implementing a double-blind review to maintain a high scholarly level. In 2020, AL ITQAN switched to the use of OJS 3. This journal aims to promote the results of studies and research on the Qur'an, which include mushaf, manuscripts, exegesis, translation, Qur'anic sciences, and the living Qur'an, all based on empirical or conceptual studies. The results of studies using an interdisciplinary approach are prioritized. Since volume 06, number (2), 2020, the abstract of the articles has been written in three languages, i.e., English, Bahasa Indonesia, and Arabic. AL ITQAN is published twice a year. AL ITQAN warmly welcomes researchers, lecturers, and students, as well as enthusiasts of Qur’anic studies, to publish their works here. AL ITQAN accepts articles in Indonesian, English, and Arabic. AL ITQAN has been indexed in Crossref, so each article has a unique number or DOI. ISSN (Printed): 2442-255X ISSN (Online): 2579-6275
AL-MUSTAḌʿAFĪN AND AL-MUSTAKBIRĪN IN THE QUR’AN
The geopolitical conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States reflects an asymmetric power relation shaped by military, ideological, and theological claims. The main problem this study addresses is how to interpret the Qur’an thematically to understand global conflict without falling into partisan reductionism. This study is important because the Qur’anic concepts of mustadh‘afīn and mustakbirīn are frequently invoked in contemporary political discourse, yet they require critical exegetical examination. This research aims to analyze the concepts of mustadh‘afīn and mustakbirīn in the Qur’an and relate them to the triangular geopolitical conflict among Iran, Israel, and the United States. It employs a qualitative library research method by combining tafsir maudhu‘i, Fazlur Rahman’s double movement hermeneutics, and critical discourse analysis. The findings show that mustadh‘afīn and mustakbirīn are not merely historical categories, but transhistorical typologies for examining asymmetric power structures. The Qur’anic narrative of Pharaoh serves as an archetype of the mustakbir, remaining relevant for analyzing contemporary global hegemony, political expansionism, and the instrumentalization of Qur’anic terminology for political legitimacy. The study also finds that the Qur’anic ethics of resistance are grounded in justice, proportionality, protection of life, and liberation, rather than sectarian violence. This research contributes to the development of contextual thematic exegesis and offers an ethical framework, grounded in maqāshid al-sharī‘ah, for contemporary Islamic diplomacy oriented toward global justice and humanitarian solidarity.
Copyright (c) 2025 Akhmad Aidil Fitra, Sulastri Sulastri, Muhammad A'thoillah Mubarok, Rismanuddin Rismanuddin, Idi Warsah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
SYNTACTIC MARKERS OF HISTORICAL DIFFERENTIATION IN SIMILAR QUR’ANIC DIALOGUE VERSES
This article examines Qur’anic narrative verses that contain similar dialogue formulations in order to clarify historical values often neglected in a literary reading of Qur’anic stories. The main data are QS al-Baqarah: 126 and QS Ibrahim: 35 on Abraham’s supplication, QS al-Baqarah: 35 and QS al-A‘raf: 19 on the command addressed to Adam, QS al-Baqarah: 58 and QS al-A‘raf: 161 on the command addressed to the Children of Israel, and QS Hud: 27 and QS al-Mu’minun: 24 on the dialogue of Noah’s people. This library-based study employs a syntactic approach. The analytical tools include i‘rab, subject-predicate and object relations, indefiniteness and definiteness, the semantic functions of the coordinators wa and fa, demonstratives, pronouns, addressees, and the relationship between sentence structure and the verse context. The findings show that similar dialogue does not necessarily refer to one identical event. Small syntactic differences may indicate different chronological positions, speakers, addressees, and historical contexts. This article criticizes the limitation of Muhammad Ahmad Khalafallah’s literary approach, which tends to prioritize aesthetic and moral functions over historical consideration. The study contributes to Qur’anic interpretation by showing that grammatical analysis can refine the understanding of narrative verses, especially when a purely historical approach faces difficulty in dealing with verses that appear textually similar.
Copyright (c) 2025 M. Nurul Huda (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Amid rapid socio-cultural change, the sustainability of Qur’anic memorization beyond pesantren walls remains a critical yet underexplored issue in Living Qur’an studies. This research aims to examine how structural systems shape memorization practices, how actors construct the meaning of Living Qur’an, and how structure–agency contestation emerges in post-pesantren contexts. Employing a qualitative phenomenological design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with students, alumni, and teachers, and analyzed using thematic coding and comparative matrix analysis to identify essential patterns. Findings reveal a direct relationship between institutional structure (scheduled muroja’ah, sima’an partnership, layered evaluation) and the stability of memorization practices within the pesantren. However, an indirect effect occurs when a strong structural dependency weakens self-regulation, resulting in diminished continuity after graduation. The rhetoric–practice gap further shows that “living” the Qur’an is frequently reduced to ritual preservation rather than ethical transformation. Implications highlight the need for transition-oriented pedagogy that gradually shifts external control toward autonomous agency without overstating rejected assumptions about structural rigidity. The study contributes theoretically by advancing an ecological-structurational framework, integrating Bourdieu’s habitus and Giddens’ structuration theory to reconceptualize Living Qur’an as a dynamic interaction between system and actor.
Copyright (c) 2025 Durrotunavisah El Tsalitsah, Muhammad Ibadurrochman, Azibur Rahman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
This article aims to examine Muhammad Ḥusain Ṭabāṭabāʾī’s reaction to modernity in Tafsīr al-Mīzān fī Tafsīr al-Qurʾān, contextualizing it within the wider discourse of Muslim discussions on rationality, empiricism, and secularization. The research utilizes a qualitative, library-based methodology centered on intellectual history. The principal source, al-Mīzān, is analyzed thematically and later organized according to Abdullah Saeed’s paradigm of “modernist tafsir” to discern patterns of adoption, negotiation, and critique of modernity. The results suggest that Ṭabāṭabāʾī embodies a dual stance. He incorporates certain contemporary features, like a critical perspective on tradition, rational and linguistic methodologies, inter-sectarian openness, and a pronounced focus on interpreting the Qurʾān through the Qurʾān (tafsīr al-Qurʾān bi al-Qurʾān). Conversely, he rigorously challenges scientific reductionism and the subjugation of revelation to Western empirical epistemology. Rooted on the philosophy of al-ḥikmah al-mutaʿāliyah, he safeguards the metaphysical and mystical aspects of the Qurʾān while remaining receptive to rational discourse with contemporary ideas. This paper advances the field by illustrating that answers to modernity within the Shiʿi tradition are diverse, presenting a form of critical synthesis between rationality and transcendence. In this regard, Ṭabāṭabāʾī illustrates the potential for a Qurʾānic interpretive epistemology that is both contemporary and critically defiant of Western intellectual dominance.
Copyright (c) 2024 Robby Hidayatul Ilmi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
GENERAL ELECTIONS, POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS,AND MONEY POLITICS IN LIGHT OF THEQUR’AN
General elections, political campaigns, and money politics are central issues in contemporary politics, as they significantly affect regime legitimacy, political participation, and governance integrity. This study examines the Qur’anic perspective on these three concepts and analyzes their relevance to contemporary political practices. Using a thematic quranic interpretation approach, the research systematically analyzes relevant Qur’anic verses to construct a normative ethical framework. The findings reveal that the Qur’an conceptualizes elections as an ideal mechanism for leadership selection, emphasizing sincerity, merit, and the prevention of corruption. Political campaigns are considered permissible insofar as they remain consistent with Islamic moral values, as illustrated by the narrative of Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him), who assumed public office based on competence, and the account of Prophet Shuʿ ayb’s daughter recommending Moses, reflecting ethical advocacy. In contrast, political money is identified as a serious ethical violation that undermines public morality, justice, and social trust. This study contributes to strengthening the literature on Islamic political ethics by presenting an integrated Qur’anic vision. This perspective offers a normative framework for addressing contemporary political challenges—particularly the influence of money politics and unregulated campaign financing—through the reinforcement of transparency, justice, and equal opportunities among candidates.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Makmun (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
TRADITIONALIST-PURITAN CONTESTATIONS IN JAVANESE RELIGIOUS POLEMICS
The discourse on religious polemics between modernist and traditionalist Muslims in Java has received more attention sociologically-anthropologically as well as in the discourse on Islamic thought in general. This study will investigate the religious polemic in the tafsir genre work, Tāj al-Muslimīn by KH. Misbah Mustofa (1919-1994), an interpreter who intensely involved himself in the discourse. Using critical discourse analysis, this study underlines that the Qur’anic exegesis was written in the midst of a fairly intense debate between modernists vis a vis traditionalist in the late 20th century in Java. The study also found that despite his traditional Javanese Muslim background, Misbach Mustofa was not only critical of the claims brought by modernists on issues such as ahlussunnah wa al-jama'ah, ijtihad and taklid and grave pilgrimage, but to some extent also sometimes critical of religious traditions and practices among traditional Muslims themselves. This attitude, for example, is shown in looking at the practices of Sufism and tariqat that are considered excessive. Misbach also likes to refer to the works of Ibn Taymiyah and Rashid Rida, which usually tend to be shunned among traditional Muslims in Java. He not only polemized with modernist figures but also with his own colleagues in traditional Muslims. This study contributes to showing the dynamics of modernist and traditional polemics even within its own internal circle. Furthermore, this study proposes a new typology in the discourse between modernist and traditional Muslims in Indonesia, namely traditionalist-puritan.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Yunus (Author); Muhammad Asif; Nehru Millat, Abdul Rosyid Minhaj (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
This article examines Johann Wilhelm Fück's view of the Qur'an through a philological-historical framework and evaluates its relevance for contemporary Qur'anic studies. The study focuses on how Fück positioned Arabic, the history of European Arabism, and linguistic evidence as entry points for reading the Qur'anic text. This research employs library research with content analysis of Fück's works and recent scholarship on Qur'anic philology, early manuscripts, hermeneutics, and tafsir studies. The findings show that Fück's contribution lies in his affirmation of Arabic philology as an essential discipline in Qur'anic studies, while his approach must be read critically because it emerged from European Orientalism with epistemological assumptions different from those of the Islamic exegetical tradition. The study also finds that developments in paleography, codicology, digital philology, and Indonesian tafsir studies make it possible to reread Fück's legacy in a more balanced way. The article concludes that Fück's ideas can be used as methodological tools, not as a single authority, to strengthen academic dialogue among philology, history, and ulum al-Qur'an.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rusdeana Rusbandi (Penulis) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The relationship between the text and its context in the term Milku Al-Yamīn is often understood differences and shifts in meaning from classical to contemporary times, which are inseparable from social factors and thus influence as a form of ownership of slaves or prisoners of war in pre-Islamic Arab society. However, this interpretation often causes debate when confronted with modern human values. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study and thematic interpretation (maudhū‘i) method, combined with socio-historical analysis and contextual hermeneutics. The results show that the textual understanding of Milku Al-Yamīn in the Qur'an cannot be separated from the social and cultural context of the society when the verses were revealed. The Qur'an does not directly legalize slavery, but takes an evolutionary path by emphasizing liberation, justice, and respect for human dignity. In the modern context, scholars believe that Milku Al-Yamīn needs to be reinterpreted as a symbol of social transformation towards the elimination of oppression and inequality. Thus, through a reading that takes into account both the text and context, Milku Al-Yamīn is understood not as a legitimization of slavery, but as part of the moral and humanitarian process promoted by the Qur'an.
Copyright (c) 2025 Hendri, Arsal (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE EMINENCE OF THE UMMAH MUHAMMAD IN SURAH AL-FĪL
This article analyzes the significance of the Ummah of Muhammad in Surah al-Fīl through Ismail Ascholy’s commentary in Safīnah Kallā Saya‘lamūn, utilizing Wilhelm Dilthey’s hermeneutical framework as the primary analytical instrument. This study contrasts the prevailing interpretation of Surah al-Fīl, which focuses on divine retribution and the annihilation of Abraha’s forces, by illustrating Ascholy's theological perspective that perceives the event of al-Fīl as an initial indication of divine safeguarding and the elevation of Muhammad's Ummah even before the Prophet's mission commenced. The study reveals that Ascholy’s intellectual and spiritual development within the Nusantara pesantren tradition fosters an interpretive stance that repudiates the generalization of collective punishment following the emergence of prophethood. This attitude is expressed through the selection of relevant Qur’anic verses, the application of the notion of taʿjīl al-ʿadhāb (the hastening of retribution), and the focus on the extraordinary nature of the al-Fīl incident. The stage of Verstehen provides a theological interpretation of Surah al-Fīl as a declarative assertion of the preeminence of the Ummah of Muhammad, rather than simply a historical narrative of divine vengeance. The findings suggest that Ascholy’s exegesis exemplifies a unique style of Nusantara pesantren tafsir, marked by theological optimism and the formation of communal identity, thus broadening the interpretive scope of Surah al-Fīl in modern Qur’anic studies.
Copyright (c) 2024 Nazih Hibatullah Muhammad (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The article aims to analyses the spiritual impression of Muhammad Asad (1900-1992) with his Western-secular Jews background, in relation with the Qur’an as highlighted in his magnum opus The Message to the Qur’an and its commentary The Meditation as well as in his 23 days physical journey from Tayma to Mecca, leading to his discovery of Islam as alluded to in his remarkable autobiography, The Road to Mecca. The research explores the extent of its spiritual impression on his consciousness of metaphysical ideas and tawhidic worldview. The book reflected his Arabian journey travelling across sand desert of Iran, Syria, Turkey as well as the Nufud and Rubu‘ al-Khali (the Empty Desert) of Arabian Peninsula. It depicted an enduring value he found in the Arab people and the ideal of Islam he learned from its people. The paper employed descriptive-qualitative method with content analysis approach. It analyzed the text of The Road to Mecca and the Message of the Qur’an using interpretative and historiographical approach to identify its essence and basic premise. The finding shows that the book illustrates his emotional and spiritual quest for truth depicted through his experience in the landscape of Arabia that resonates with his consciousness of Islamic identity and belief, informing its spiritual and religious outlook of life. The book reminisces of his past profiling his accomplishment in integrating sacred meaning of religion into practical term of life.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ahmad Nabil Amir, Tasnim Abdul Rahman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
PHILOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF THE 19TH CENTURY BANGKALAN QURAN MANUSCRIPT
This study highlights the differences in the Qur’anic rasm writing system between a manuscript from Bangkalan and the Indonesian Standard Mushaf (MSI). This topic is significant because the manuscript tradition in the Indonesian archipelago does not fully adhere to the rules of rasm ʿUthmānī as formulated by Abu Amr al-Dānī, but instead displays variations that reflect local identity. The main objective of this research is to identify the forms of variation, evaluate the consistency of rasm application in the Bangkalan manuscript, and situate it within the broader framework of Qur’anic transmission in Indonesia. The study employs a qualitative method with a library research approach, using descriptive-comparative analysis of Sūrat al-Baqarah as the sample text. The findings reveal notable differences between the Bangkalan manuscript and MSI, particularly in the use of alif in specific words and the application of the ḥadẓf rule, which do not fully conform to the established standard. These variations indicate that Nusantara manuscripts function not only as vessels for transmitting the sacred text but also as cultural artifacts that embody the dynamics of codicology, philology, and the local history of Qur’anic copying. The study underscores the importance of preserving and examining Nusantara Qur’anic manuscripts, both as valuable academic resources and as an Islamic intellectual heritage that contributes to understanding the diversity of rasm traditions beyond the ʿUthmānī standard.
Copyright (c) 2025 Vika Madinatul Ilmi, Siti Fahimah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
A CRITIQUE OF POLYGAMY COACHES’ INTERPRETATIONS AND THE REPRODUCTION OF GENDER INEQUALITY ON SOCIAL MEDIA
This research examines the critique of polygamy mentors to interpretations of the verse on polygamy in Islam that are rampant on social media, especially through polygamy mentoring programmes. Polygamy mentors such as Hafidhin and Riski Ramdhani interpret QS. Al-Nisa and 34 as legitimate to practice polygamy, without considering aspects of gender justice. The narrative they build leads to the glorification of polygamy as a sharia that is worthy of worship, with minimal attention to the social and psychological impacts on women. This study uses a critical approach and gender hermeneutics to analyse how polygamy mentor interpretations are used as ideological tools in reproducing gender inequality. Through analysis of their interviews and podcasts, it was found that their paradigm of thought positions women as objects that must be designed to accept polygamy, with a doctrine that limits women's rights and freedoms. The results show that polygamy mentor interpretations of polygamy have shifted from their original purpose in the Quran, as a solution to certain social problems, to an instrument of domination that ignores the principles of equality and justice. Criticism of this understanding asserts that the verse on polygamy does not mean an absolute recommendation, but as a form of regulation of existing practices in society at that time. Therefore, a more contextual and equitable reinterpretation is needed so that the interpretation of polygamy is not used as a tool to perpetuate gender inequality.
Copyright (c) 2024 Shofiatun Nikmah, Risma Hikmawati, Mokhammad Samsul Ikhsan, Achmad Fuaddin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION OF MULTI-CULTURAL VILLAGES FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE QURAN
The current environmental crisis still requires special attention from all parties considering that the impacts will be felt globally. All religions, including Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism and others, also have a crucial role in maintaining environmental conservation. Through teachings, religion is believed to be able to be a power to always preserve the environment. This has been proven by the people of Reco Kertek Village, Wonosobo, who consistently maintain environmental sustainability in the Mount Sindoro area so that it becomes a tourist destination with its natural beauty. The purpose of this study is to reveal how environmental conservation is carried out by the multi-cultural community of Reco Village and how they use the Qur'an as an inspiration for environmental conservation. The methodology used in this study is a qualitative field-based methodology (field research) with the object of research in Reco Village, Kertek District, Wonosobo Regency, using phenomenology as its approach based on Petter L Berger's social construction theory. With this methodology and approach, this study succeeded in revealing the finding that the spirit of the Qur'an implemented by the Reco community was able to motivate them to carry out environmental conservation programs, including the Mountain Belt Program, Basecamp Management, and social community activities.. The Reco Village community bases their conservation spirit on QS Al-Rum: 41 and QS Al-A’raf: 10 which state that the destruction of nature is caused by human actions, whereas nature itself provides many benefits for human life.
Copyright (c) 2025 Widodo Hami, Akhmad Aufa Syukron, Muhammad Al Fatih (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
EXPOSITION OF KH. MAIMOEN ZUBAIR’S TAFSIR WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF MODERN EXEGESIS
This research aims to examine whether the pesantren interpretation, particularly the interpretation of KH. Maimoen Zubair in Safīnah Kallā Saya’lamūn, is still trapped in textuality and repetition, and to position this interpretation within the typology of modern exegesis. Using a qualitative method based on content analysis, this study maps the characteristics of KH. Maimoen Zubair’s exegesis in relation to the needs of the modern Muslim community and measures it against the framework of modern exegesis as mapped by J.M.S. Baljon, J.J.G. Jansen, Johanna Pink, Pieter Coppens, and Mun’im Sirry. The results of the study indicate that KH. Maimoen Zubair’s exegesis successfully breaks free from the textuality and repetition often associated with pesantren interpretations. His interpretations respond to contemporary issues such as environmental exploitation, Quran translation, and technological development, offering practical and relevant solutions. Additionally, within the framework of modern exegesis, this interpretation is classified as "orthodox yet modern," integrating traditional approaches with a progressive and adaptive vision for addressing contemporary challenges. This study affirms that pesantren exegesis has great potential to become a dynamic and contextual space for interpretation, contributing significantly to the discourse of modern exegesis while remaining rooted in traditional values.
Copyright (c) 2024 Saichul Anam (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN RASM UTHMĀNĪ AND IMLĀ’ RULES IN THE WRITING OF THE QUR’AN AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS FOR INTERPRETATION
The writing of the Qur’anic manuscript has undergone significant stages since the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), culminating in its official codification during the caliphate of Uthman ibn ‘Affan, known as Rasm Uthmani. This codification became the standard for the transcription of Qur’anic manuscripts throughout the Islamic world. However, this writing system differs fundamentally from the modern Imla’ (orthographic) rules used in contemporary Arabic. This study aims to identify and analyze the differences between Rasm Uthmani and Imla’ conventions, as well as to explore their linguistic and interpretative implications for understanding the sacred text. The research adopts a qualitative approach using library research methods and content analysis of selected Qur’anic verses that exhibit distinctive orthographic features. The findings reveal that Rasm Uthmani is not merely a conventional script but carries profound and symbolic meanings that are not always accessible through standard Imla’ approaches. Certain spellings that appear inconsistent with modern phonetics in fact convey semantic signals that enrich exegetical interpretations. Therefore, understanding these differences is crucial in the context of Qur’anic interpretation, both classical and contemporary. This study recommends that tafsir scholars pay greater attention to rasm aspects as an integral component in comprehensively grasping the divine message.
Copyright (c) 2024 Muhammad Arwani Rofi'i, Nurin Alfiani, Zahrotus Tsaniyah Dhuhia Shofianah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
HABITUS DAN ARENA INTELEKTUAL RASYID RIDHA
Interpretations that explore social and reformist elements in understanding the verses of the Qur’an remain scarce. Social themes are usually used to portray religious activities contained in the study of the Living Qur'an. In fact, the ideal interpretation is to touch on clear social concepts as Rasyid Ridha's view in Tafsir al-Mannâr. This research employs a descriptive analysis method and applies Pierre Bourdieu’s habitus theory to examine the theological and sociological foundations of the Sunnatullah concept in Tafsir al-Mannâr by M. Rasyid Ridha. Ridha rejects mystical interpretations and the world of Sufism. He prioritizes rational and reformist interpretations. According to him, it is more useful and provides a positive contribution to the progress of Islam. This study also reveals Ridha's habitus and intellectual arena in implementing the Sunnatullah concept. Ridha’s habitus was shaped by his strong educational background and exposure to modern Islamic thought. His intellectual arena was formed through his close association with M. Abduh, his leadership in the journal al-Mannâr, and his authorship of Tafsir al-Mannâr. While his intellectual arena emerged in his opportunity to accompany M. Abduh, holding the journal al-Mannâr and writing the book Tafsir al-Mannâr. Ridha transformed the concept of Sunnatullah from a mere thematic subject in Tafsir Maudhu’i into a foundational interpretive framework for achieving a social reformist exegesis.
Copyright (c) 2024 Mukhamad Agus Zuhurul Fuqohak (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
MUSHAF KUNO AL-QUR`AN DI DESA PAKIS, REMBANG
This article presents a codicological analysis and consistency in the use of rasm 'uthmānī rules in ancient Quranic manuscripts found in Pakis village, Sale District, Rembang Regency. This research is qualitative with a philological approach. The philological method is used to reveal aspects of the codicology of the Mushaf, while the coherence test is based on six rules formulated by al-Suyūṭi, namely, the ḥadhf al-Ḥurūf rules, the ziyādah al-Ḥurūf rules, the al-Hamz rules, the al-Badl rules, the al-Faṣl wa al-Waṣl rules, and Mā Fīhi Qirā`atāni fa Kutiba ‘alā Iḥdahumā. Based on data testing that has been carried out, it was discovered that the studied manuscript was copied in the 19th century. This is demonstrated by the paper supports with the PROPATRIA watermark and the HIV DELDEN countermark, as well as the chainline without a shadow. The condition of the mushaf is uncovered and corrupted in several parts, so that only surah al-Māidah to surah al-Ghāshiyah remain. This manuscript does not have any illumination, but there are several symbols showing the change of juz, rukū', end of verse and name of surah. Copying Mushafs does not consistently use the rules of rasm uthmānī in terms of adding letters, subtracting letters, hamzah, replacing letters, separating and connecting letters, and writing sentences that have multiple reading variants. This was caused by the absence of references to the writing of the Quran in Indonesia at that time. Keywords: Ancient manuscripts of the Quran, philology, rasm consistency.
Copyright (c) 2024 Dewi Nailatul Fadilah, Muhammad Asif (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ROLAND BARTHES' SEMIOTIC ANALYSIS OF THE TERM WASĪLAH IN QS. AL-MĀ’IDAH [5]: 35
The command in Qur’an Surah al-Mā’idah [5]: 35 to pursue a means of attaining proximity to God continues to be a contentious topic among Muslims today. The term wasīlah in this verse has been translated by numerous scholars as qurbah, signifying the act of drawing closer to God by actions that are pleasant to Him. Nonetheless, the text does not delineate the specific actions by which one may attain proximity to Allah. Consequently, an analysis of its language features, contextual background, and modern cultural interpretations is essential for achieving a pertinent understanding. This study seeks to examine the significance of the term wasīlah by concentrating on its linguistic and mythical frameworks. This study utilizes a library research methodology employing a descriptive-analytical framework. The findings reveal that, within the linguistic framework, the term wasīlah is interpreted as an intermediary, pathway, technique, and related connotations. Secondly, given the mythological framework, the significance of wasīlah in QS. al-Mā’idah [5]: 35 as a means of approaching Allah becomes very active. Various methodologies and traditions evidently endorse ritual behaviors, encompassing not only required deeds but also those imparted by spiritual wayfarers (sulūk) who hold specific spiritual ranks (maqām) before Allah, with the objective of achieving His pleasure. This study presents a methodological contribution through a semiological reading model (denotation–connotation–myth) applied to a contentious Qur’anic phrase, which may act as a reference framework for the analysis of other terms in contextual Qur’anic interpretation.
Copyright (c) 2024 Fandi Husain (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Abdurrahman bin Nashir As-Sa'di is a modern commentator who seeks to maintain the concept of stability of meaning in the theory of Qur'anic interpretation, while Paul Ricoeur is a hermeneutic figure who offers a plurality of meanings. This study aims to examine comparatively the construction of the meaning of texts according to As-Sa'di and Ricoeur. The main focus of this study is to find how the stability of meaning in the rules of interpretation of As-Sa'di deals with the plurality of meanings in Riceour's hermeneutics as well as its implications for the interpretive text of the Qur'an in modern contexts. This article highlights how As-Sa'di emphasizes the authority of revelation and the authenticity of the Arabic language in interpretation, while Ricoeur offers a plurality of symbolic meanings based on the reader's experience. This study aims to find common ground and differences between these two approaches in the context of modern Qur'an interpretation
Copyright (c) 2023 Nashifuddin Luthfi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE MEANING OF AGING IN QS. YĀ-SĪN [36]: 68
This study analyzes QS. Yāsīn [36]: 68 in the context of elderly life using the Ma‘nā Cum-Maghzā approach, which integrates historical meaning analysis, historical phenomenal significance, and dynamic phenomenal significance. This research aims to explore the verse’s meaning in a more contextual and relevant manner, addressing the social, psychological, and spiritual challenges faced by the elderly in the modern era. The research method used is library research, reviewing primary sources such as classical and contemporary tafsir books, as well as hermeneutic literature related to the concept of aging in Islam. The findings show that QS. Yāsīn [36]: 68 not only describes the biological process of aging but also conveys profound theological and sociological messages. From a historical meaning perspective, the verse emphasizes the concept of naks (weakening), which represents the human life cycle from strength to weakness. In terms of historical phenomenal significance, the verse highlights human limitations and the importance of spiritual preparedness in facing old age. Meanwhile, from the perspective of dynamic phenomenal significance, this verse has relevance in addressing the challenges of the elderly, such as social isolation, identity crises, and the need for spiritual guidance. The implications of this research include strengthening the role of religion in providing spiritual support for the elderly, enhancing elderly participation in meaningful social activities, and developing policies based on Islamic values to improve the well-being of the elderly.
Copyright (c) 2024 Mukhlis, Amelia Yetri (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
ANALYZING THE MEANING OF “GARANGAN” IN QS. FᾹṬIR VERSE 32 IN THE ORAL EXEGESIS DISCOURSE OF LORA ISMAIL ASCHOLY
This study analyzes the meaning of the term “garangan” in Lora Ismail Al-Ascholy's oral exegesis discourse on Surah Fātir verse 32. In the oral exegesis delivered through social media, Lora Ismail interprets lafadz ẓālimun linafsihi as “garangan,” a term that has distinctive cultural connotations in the local community. This study aims to understand the relevance of using the term in the context of da'wah and how this approach reflects the contextualization of Qur'anic exegesis. Using descriptive qualitative methods and a netnography approach, this study examines Lora Ismail's lectures uploaded on his Instagram account. The results show that the use of the term “garangan” aims to bring religious messages closer to the audience through a more familiar linguistic approach. This term not only reflects cultural adaptation in the delivery of tafsir, but also provides motivation for worshipers to continue improving themselves without feeling alienated from the religious community. This research contributes to the development of oral exegesis studies and shows how culture-based da'wah can strengthen religious understanding in Indonesian Muslim societies.
Copyright (c) 2025 Arini Dina Yasmin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The study of Qur'anic interpretation is not only limited to classical aspects such as asbabun nuzul (circumstances of revelation), Makki-Madani classification, and the coherence (munasabah) of verses but also includes the influence of qira’at variations in understanding Qur'anic words. Qira’at, as a discipline within ulumul Qur’an (the sciences of the Qur'an), has become an essential tool in Qur'anic exegesis. This study aims to examine whether qira’at influences the interpretation in Tafsir Marāh Labīd, particularly in the exegesis of Surah Al-Baqarah. Using a qualitative approach with textual analysis methods, this research analyzes several verses in Surah Al-Baqarah that exhibit differences in recitation due to qira’at variations. The formal object of this research is the analytical approach to Qirā’āt, particularly farsh al-ḥurūf, in the interpretation of the Qur’an, while the material object is Surah Al-Baqarah. The findings indicate that the qira’at presented by Shaykh Nawawi in his interpretation of Surah Al-Baqarah has an impact on meaning production and exegesis. At least ten instances of Farsh al-Hurūf in Surah Al-Baqarah affect interpretation. These variations have different implications, including: Substantial impact, which explains differences among Islamic jurisprudential (fiqh) schools of thought. Editorial impact, which influences the distinction in meaning between khitab (speech) and mukhattab (the addressee). Non-substantial meaning differences, which explore synonyms of specific words. Although not all of Shaykh Nawawi’s discussions on qira’at result in substantial changes in meaning production, they significantly influence the editorial aspects of interpretation.
Copyright (c) 2024 Tri Tami Gunarti, Mubarok Ahmadi, Feni Tamimul Ummah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
RESEPSI SANTRI DAN GENEALOGI TRADISI WIRID FAFAHAMNA
There are many traditions in Islamic societies or groups that originate from the existence of the Quran in their midst. As recently, various traditions of reading the text of the Koran have become widespread, both carried out communally and individually. Normally reading the Quran can be done at any time, but a tradition has emerged so that the Quran or parts of it can only be read at certain times. This phenomenon also applies to the Al-Fattah Kartasura Islamic Boarding School which has a tradition of reading the wirid fafahamna or Al-Anbiya' verse 79 after Isha' prayer communally by the students. This then led the author to trace the genealogy of this tradition and explore how the students received it. This research is qualitative research with a field research approach to this traditional phenomenon. The data source for this research was obtained from information from several elements of Islamic boarding schools, namely caregivers, administrators and students. The data collection techniques use interviews, observation and documentation. Meanwhile, checking the validity of the data uses the data triangulation method with techniques and sources with research methods applying descriptive-analytical methods. The results of this research are, Genealogically, this remembrance was obtained by the caretaker from Fathurrahman who came from Kyai Idris Kacangan Boyolali, His tradition has spawned several receptions from students, namely forming personality, bringing peace of mind, making all matters easier, and making learning easier.
Copyright (c) 2023 Muhamad Khabib Imdad, Fiqih Firdaus (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE RELEVANCE OF THE STORY OF ASHABUL KAHFI IN TAFSIR AL-MARAGHI AS A SOLUTION TO THE IDENTITY CRISIS OF THE MILLENNIAL GENERATION
The identity crisis faced by the millennial generation is a central issue in social, psychological, and cultural development in this era of globalization. Many factors contribute to this identity crisis, including uncertainty about one's self-identity, shifting cultural values, and the impact of technological advancements and social media. This phenomenon often leads to confusion and difficulty in determining the direction of life, thus requiring a new approach to address this problem. This study aims to examine the relevance of the story of Ashabul Kahfi in Tafsir Al-Maraghi as a solution to the identity crisis faced by the millennial generation. The approach used in this study is a tafsir approach with an in-depth content analysis of Tafsir Al-Maraghi’s interpretation of the story of Ashabul Kahfi in Surah Al-Kahfi. The research findings indicate that the story of Ashabul Kahfi contains values of steadfast faith, the struggle to uphold life principles, and the search for self-identity, which align with values of spirituality and belief. These values can provide inspiration for millennials in overcoming the challenges of their identity crisis. The implication of this study is the importance of applying the values of steadfast faith and self-identity search in religious education and character development to shape a generation with firm life principles and a clear direction in facing life’s challenges in the modern era.
Copyright (c) 2023 Muhammad Arwani Rofi'i, Nurin Alfiani, Barda Royyan Hanafi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE DYNAMICS OF QIRĀʾAH FARSH AL-ḤURŪF IN TAFSĪR AL-JALĀLAYN
This article attempts to examine the influence of qirā'ah farsh al-ḥurūf on the interpretation of al-Suyūṭī in Tafsīr Jalālayn. This study is important because knowing the differences in meaning in a qirā'ah will prove that differences in the history of receiving qirā'ah can influence an interpretation or not. This research uses a descriptive-analytical method using morfologi theory to reveal differences in the meaning of interpretation so that it can be concluded: the inclusion of qirā'ah in the book Tafsīr Jalālayn surah Āli 'Imrān carried out by al-Suyūṭī is purely in accordance with his sanad qirā'ah in the book Sharḥ al-Shāṭibiyah, except verse 21, and the differences in qirā'āt in Tafsīr Jalālayn surah Āli 'Imrān influence the interpretation of the meaning but do not contradict each other.
Copyright (c) 2023 Rizqi Nuryah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Several Salafi Islamic organizations that openly campaign for the caliphate have begun to penetrate the realm of social media. One of them is in the Muslimahnews.com media which is allegedly managed by the HTI organization. Some of the writings in it echo the caliphate and kaffah Islam based on verses from the Koran and Hadith. Many of the contributors use classical interpretations and several opinions of prominent figures to strengthen the arguments built by them in campaigning for the caliphate and kaffah Islam. This research is included in a qualitative study using library research data collection techniques. The collected data was classified and analyzed using Abdul Mustaqim's epistemological theory. As for the results of this research, firstly , differences in views regarding the meaning of the caliphate are influenced by three things, namely the sources used, methodology and the validity of the truth to measure understanding regarding the caliphate. Second, Muslimahnews.com contributors tend to use textual methods in interpreting and analogizing their understanding, so that this understanding is not contextual to today's times
Copyright (c) 2024 Khairun Niam, Farida Nur Afifah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Qur'an, as a living text, has continually adapted to the socio-cultural dynamics of diverse eras, including the challenges and opportunities presented by modernity. This study explores the dynamics of Qur'anic memorization and oral transmission in the modern era, focusing on how these practices navigate the tension between tradition and technological advancements. The research is guided by the central question how have modern tools and societal changes influenced the practice and perception of Qur'anic memorization and oral transmission. Qualitative methods with an ethnographic approach were used in this study. The findings reveal that while technological tools, such as digital Qur'an applications and online platforms, have facilitated access and learning, they also pose challenges to traditional methods, such as face-to-face teacher-student interactions.
Copyright (c) 2023 Abdul Mufid, Wan Khairul Aiman Wan Mokhtar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
TELAAH PENGGUNAAN MANHAJ QIRĀ`ĀT AL-MUFASSIRAH TERHADAP PERBEDAAN QIRĀ`ĀT DALAM JUZ ‘AMMA
This study responds to qirā`āt studies which believe that differences in qirā`āt will give rise to differences in meaning (law). This study is important to carry out in order to prove that differences in qirā`āt do not only give rise to contradictory meanings but these differences in meaning can be synergized. This research is classified as library research, which is a type of qualitative research using descriptive-analytical methods. This research focuses its study on the differences in qirā`āt in Juz 'amma in the farsh ḥurūf aspect which has the potential to give rise to differences in meaning by describing pronunciations that have different qirā`āt based on the agreed boundaries of the seven imams' qirā`āt. Analysis is carried out on pronunciations that have different qirā`āt by analyzing each qirā`ah substance in the nahwu and ṣaraf aspects to clarify its meaning, then combining the meaning of each qirā`ah in a pronunciation into one non-contradiction meaning. The results of this research show that the different meanings of qirā`āt in surah al-Takwīr verse 24 serve to enrich the meaning, the different meanings of qirā`āt in surah al-Fajr verse 18 and surah al-Inshiqāq verse 19 serve to explain the same thing with different editors and the differences in the meaning of qirā`āt in surah al-Nāzi'āt verse 11 and surah al-Balad verses 14 and 15 serve to complement each other.
Copyright (c) 2023 Siti Nasihatun Ni’mah, Muhammad Najib (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
THE EPISTEMOLOGY OF TAFSIR IN MIN HUDĀ AL-QUR’ĀN BY MUḤAMMAD TAQĪ AL-MUDARRISĪ
Min Hudā Al-Qurān is an interpretation that has its own color and orientation within the discourse of Shia exegesis since it’s not trapped in the ideological vortex like most Shia interpretations. Its author, Muḥammad Taqī al-Mudarrisī, aims to create an interpretation that responds to social issues by reflecting on empirical realities. This research is necessary to reveal the essence, trace the sources and methods, and test the validity of the interpretation. This is a qualitative library research. The results of this research are as follows: First, al-Mudarrisī believes that interpretation must carry a pragmatic spirit and be able to provide solutions to community issues. Second, al-Mudarrisī’s interpretation is majority based on empirical realities and rational logics. The Qur'an, reality, and reason are dialogued using a functional paradigm. Third, the method used is al-manhaj al-taḥlīlī min khilāli al-rabṭ al-mawḍū’ī. Al-Mudarrisī systematically and sequentially analyzes the verses that have previously been grouped into a unified theme. Al-Mudarrisī also adopts al-manhaj al-tadabbur al-mubāshar, or direct contemplation of the Qur'anic verses. Fourth, Min Hudā Al-Qurān cannot be considered one hundred percent valid, whether in terms of coherence, correspondence, or pragmatism.
Copyright (c) 2023 Aufa Varrassyah Nawwaf (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
TARJIH AL-SHAWKĀNĪ DALAM TAFSIR FATḤ AL-QADĪR
Differences in interpretation that emerge among mufasir become a very influential factor in understanding the text of the Qur`an, both in terms of creed and sharia law. Therefore, tarjih as a solution to the differences of the opinion becomes a quite important study. One of the scholars who focused on various differences of opinion and conducted tarjih in his exegesis is Imam al-Shawkānī with his book, Tafsir Fatḥal-Qadīr. This research examines al-Shawkānī's interpretation in Tafsir Fatḥal-Qadīr using a descriptive-critical analysis method through literature research. This research aims to describe the model or method of tarjih used by al-Shawkānī in his book, Tafsir Fatḥal-Qadīr, specifically for surah al-Nūr. The problem of this research is limited to thetarjih of the interpretation of Surah al-Nūr using the terms أرجح (arjah), أولى (awla), and الأولى (al-awla). This research uses al-Ḥarbī's tarjih ulumul qur`an approach. The results of the research reveal that al-Shawkānī uses a method of tarjih based on the context of the Qur'an, tarjih using sunnah, tarjih based on the reasons for the descent of the verses, tarjih using qarīnah, and tarjih based on the Arabic language in determining the most valid opinion.
Copyright (c) 2023 Umiatu Rohmah, Tsalis Muttaqin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0