Eid al-Adha is often remembered for its hallmark rituals: the communal prayers and the symbolic sacrifice of animals. However, as the sun sets on the…
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Karo Cloth in the Santri World: A Hidden Symbol of Faith and Resistance
In the lush highlands of North Sumatra, the Karo people weave more than fabric—they weave stories of identity, resilience, and spirituality. Yet few realize that…
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Preaching in the Digital Era
Da’wah—the act of calling others to believe in and be obedient to Allah—should be a fundamental part of a Muslim’s life. Therefore, as Muslims, we…
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Attaqwa: The Struggle and Legacy of Santri in Bekasi
Starting from a modest mosque, Pondok Attaqwa has grown to become the oldest and largest pesantren in Bekasi, West Java. With hundreds of thousands of…
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The Teaching Practicum Tradition in Pesantren
In many pesantren, especially in modern ones with formal teacher training programs, there is a practicum known as Amaliyah Tadris, or teaching practice, designed to…
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Nationalism Among the Santri
Historically, pesantrens have formed a steadfast pillar of Indonesia, upholding the nation’s ideals, particularly Pancasila. While some pesantrens may diverge in understanding, pesantrens are generally…
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Cut Mala (The Chosen Land)
That night was unlike any before. The sky was exceptionally clear, radiant, and filled with stars, without a cloud in sight. A soft breeze drifted…
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There is No Supreme Leader in Islam
Since the passing of the Prophet Muhammad, there has been no single authoritative figure among the faithful who holds the final word on religious truth.…
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The Vibrancy of Madura’s Oldest Pesantren
Take a look at Banyuanyar. From October to December 2020, Banyuanyar has been bustling with various activities. As the oldest pesantren in Madura, it seems…
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Santri and the Tradition of Philosophy
The memory remains vivid in the author’s mind when a son of the scholars of Pondok Pesantren Annuqayah decided to pursue a philosophy major. Some…
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