The idea of a network of ulama offers a powerful lens through which to read the history of Islam in the Indonesian archipelago. As far…
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Interfaith Cooperation in the History of Islam
Even today, a segment of the Muslim world still leans heavily on a ghazawah mindset—framing relationships with other faiths through the lens of conflict. It…
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Mbah Uhith: A Jurist from Bantul
For people in Bantul—especially those around Wonokromo—KH Muhammad Abdul Muhith is hardly a stranger. Most simply knew him as Mbah Uhith, a name spoken with…
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A Retrospective on Pesantren
Why does Indonesia have pondok pesantren—religious boarding schools with almost no equivalent even in the lands where Islam first took root? And can an institution…
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Haurkuning: A Pesantren Devoted to the Tools of Knowledge
Among the sarong-clad circles of West Java, the name Haurkuning carries weight. Say it out loud, and people will nod almost instantly—“Ah, that’s the place…
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Sheikh Nawawi and Multatuli
#Reflecting on the Colonial Bias Still Living Inside Us Banten is marâh labîd—“a resting place for birds that come and go.” Marâh Labîd is also…
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Toron, Tradisi Mudik Masyarakat Madura
Bagi anak rantau, mudik Lebaran merupakan momen istimewa yang selalu dinanti-nantikan. Setelah sekian lama hidup jauh di tanah perantauan, kembali ke kampung halaman terasa seperti…
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The Echoes of Eid: Unveiling the Spiritual Depth of the Days of Tashriq
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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