A common misconception about Islam Nusantara is viewing it as a “different Islam,” as if it were separate from the broader Islamic faith. This perception,…
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Al-Ibriz: A Forgotten Work by Sheikh Nawawi
Sheikh Muhammad Nawawi al-Bantani is known as one of the most prolific Islamic scholars from the Nusantara. Many of his works have become essential references…
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The Thoughts of Sheikh Al-Banjari on Humanity
In my previous writing, I discussed the efforts to understand God according to Sheikh Al-Banjari. This time, I will explore his thoughts on humanity. Who…
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The Dynamics and Challenges of NU in This Century
At the end of January 2024, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) celebrates its founding anniversary. NU is a religious and social organization (jam’iyyah) officially established by the…
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Reinterpreting al-Din and al-Islam According to Mohsen Goudarzi
After completing Mohsen Goudarzi’s article, Worship (din), Monotheism (islam), and the Qur’an’s Cultic Decalogue, I found further evidence that the Qur’an was indeed revealed as…
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Islam in Indonesia: A Quest for Freedom of Expression
Initially, I will reference Mustafa Akyol’s story when he was on a flight from Saudi Arabia. He had attended a conference on the politics of…
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The Crucial Role of Religious Scholars in Combating Radicalism
Radicalism is understood as an ideology or movement that seeks rapid and forceful socio-political change. Radical movements aim to transform all aspects of society and…
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Unique Tradition for New Santri at Pesantren Sukorejo
Amid the digital age’s rapid changes, Pesantren Salafiyah Syafi’iyah Sukorejo in Situbondo, East Java, upholds a unique tradition: every new santri must undergo a 41-day…
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Sufism, Cafés, and Urban Spirituality
Modernization has permeated nearly all areas of Indonesia, marked by significant changes in various aspects of daily life. Rationalization, growth, and rapid technological adoption illustrate…
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Localization of Islam by Gus Dur: The Genesis of Islam Nusantara
The term Islam Nusantara is not explicitly mentioned in the works of Gus Dur (Kiai Abdurrahman Wahid). This term gained prominence only after his passing…
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