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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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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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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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…
View More Cut Mala (The Chosen Land)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.…
View More There is No Supreme Leader in IslamThe 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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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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With her swollen belly, my wife continued her daily activities. Even this early, she had already brewed coffee and joined me while I drank it.…
View More The Sorrow of the Stone MasonExploring the Fertile Ground for Radicalism (Part 2-Conclusion)
How likely are religiously radical groups in Indonesia to succeed in reshaping the religious landscape? According to Alexandre Pelletier from Cornell University, the answer lies…
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