Journal of Hadith Studies is peer-reviewed journal of Hadith studies, dedicated to the scholarly study of all aspects of Hadith and Hadith Sciences. The journal is published by ASILHA (Asosiasi Ilmu Hadis Indonesia/Indonesian Hadith Sciences Association).
Tradisi Penulisan Hadis Syiah dan Sunni: Telaah Perspektif Rasul Ja'fariyan dalam Tadwin al-Hadits
Sunni and Shi'a are among the major Islamic sects that exhibit significant differences in their understanding of the historical development of Hadith, particularly regarding its writing and compilation. The Sunni tradition holds that the formal documentation of Hadith began in the second century of the Hijri calendar. In contrast, Shi’a literature asserts that the writing of Hadith was already practiced during the lifetime of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This paper seeks to analyze the historiographical approach to Hadith in Rasul Ja’fariyan’s book Penulisan dan Penghimpunan Hadis (Writing and Compilation of Hadith). Accordingly, the study addresses three main research questions: First, what is the genealogy of Hadith historiography? Second, how is the historicity of Hadith portrayed in both Sunni and Shi’a perspectives within Ja’fariyan’s work? Third, how does Ja’fariyan assess the historical trajectory of Sunni Hadith writing from a Shi’a standpoint? This is a qualitative study that relies on Ja’fariyan’s aforementioned book as its primary source, supported by secondary materials such as scholarly books, journals, and relevant research on the historicity of Hadith in both traditions. The findings reveal three key points. First, the concept of historiography predates the 15th century CE, hence the necessity of documenting Hadith history, referred to as "Hadith historiography," which includes its origins, development, transmission, isnād–matn issues, and compilation periods. Second, Hadith writing became increasingly prominent among Shi’a scholars from the late 3rd century AH, while Sunnis still favored oral transmission. Third, Ja’fariyan critiques Sunni scholars for using Hadith prohibitions on writing to justify what he views as a delayed documentation tradition compared to the Shi’a.
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Menembus Batas Teks: Analisis Psikososial Terhadap Narasi Hadis Tentang Transgender
The study of transgender in Islam still leaves an academic gap, especially in looking at hadith texts in a contextual and interdisciplinary way. The dominant approach so far tends to be textual and normative, so it has not been able to fully answer the complexity of the social reality faced by transgender individuals. This study aims to explore the representation of transgender individuals in the Prophet's hadith through three main terms, namely mukhannath, mutarajjilah, and khunthāʾ, using a social psychology approach. The method used is a library research that analyzes primary hadith books and social psychology literature to understand the relationship between hadith texts and the formation of gender identity in society. The results of the study show that hadiths about transgender have a complexity of meaning that cannot be simplified in the dichotomy of halal-haram or curse-not curse alone. The curse in the hadith is directed at mukhannath and mutarajjilah, who deliberately imitate the opposite sex. At the same time, khunthāʾ, who experiences ambiguous biological conditions, is not included in the object of cursing. The social psychology approach asserts that social stereotypes and internal processes of individuals from childhood often influence transgender behavior. In addition to the element of prohibition, the hadith also shows the existence of social protection for transgender people as creatures created by Allah SWT. This finding emphasizes the importance of contextual and cross-disciplinary reading of hadith so that religious interpretations can be more humane, solutive, and relevant to contemporary social reality.
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Memahami Kriteria dan Implikasi Pengamalan Hadis-Hadis Daif Perspektif Yusuf al-Qardhawi
Yūsuf al-Qarḍāwī is a contemporary scholar known for his strict approach to the application of ḥadīth ḍa‘īf. He introduced two additional conditions beyond the three established by Ibn Ḥajar al-‘Asqalānī, making a total of five criteria for the application of weak hadiths. These two additional conditions distinguish al-Qarḍāwī’s perspective from that of other scholars. This study focuses on two main issues: first, Yūsuf al-Qarḍāwī’s views regarding the applicability of weak hadiths; and second, the implications of his criteria for the acceptability of such hadiths. This research is qualitative and employs a library-based approach. Data collection was conducted through documentation techniques. The primary sources consist of three works by al-Qarḍāwī: Kayfa nata‘āmal, Thaqāfat al-Dā‘iyah, and al-Muntaqā min al-Targhīb wa al-Tarhīb. The data were analyzed using content analysis, and the results are presented descriptively. The five conditions proposed by al-Qarḍāwī lead to the exclusion of several categories of weak hadiths from practical application, including munkar, matrūk, those that independently prescribe specific actions, and ḥadīth shādh.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nafilatul Hoiroh, M. Inul Rizkiy, Fatichatus Sa’diyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Kritik Matan Hadis Dispensasi Abu Lahab dalam Bingkai Shalahuddin Al-Idlibi
This study critically examines Bukhari Hadith number 5101, which narrates Abu Lahab's exemption from punishment attributed to his act of freeing the slave Tsuwaibah. Methodologically, this library-based research employs the matn criticism approach developed by Shalahuddin Al-Idlibi. Primary data sources include hadith collections, while secondary data comprises various scholarly books, journal articles, Qur'anic interpretation, sirah nabawiyah, and other literature relevant to the research context. The research findings indicate that the hadith's matn does not contradict Qur’anic verses, other authentic hadiths, sirah nabawiyah, rationality, or existing historical facts, and does not have a haphazard meaning. The applied metanarrative criticism definitively confirms that the additional narrative concerning Abu Lahab’s exemption from punishment constitutes a narratorial insertion (idraj). Crucially, this insertion does not diminish the hadith’s overall authenticity, neither in its isnad nor its matn. This study particularly highlights the importance of matn criticism, an area that has historically received less academic attention compared to isnad criticism. Furthermore, it aims to foster the development of more applicable methods of matn criticism within contemporary hadith scholarship. The implications of this research are expected to both enrich existing hadith research methodologies and clarify public understanding regarding the validity of narratives about Abu Lahab’s exemption from punishment.
Hadith on Abu Lahab’s Punishment Exemption
Copyright (c) 2025 Irfan Fauzi, Zulfi Fadhlurrahman, Milad Ainur Rachman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Potret Metode Sharḥ Hadis Isma’il Al-San’ani dalam Kitab Al-Tanwīr Sharḥ al-Jāmi‘ al-Ṣaghīr
Al-Tanwīr Sharḥ al-Jāmi‘ al-Ṣaghīr book by Muhammad bin Isma’il Al-San’ani, is one of the important books of hadith syarah to be studied. The book, which is the Sharḥ al-Jāmi‘ al-Ṣaghīr by Al-Suyuthi, has a peculiarity compared to other similar books, like a Faiḍ Al-Qadīr Sharḥ al-Jāmi‘ al-Ṣaghīr by Syams al-Din Muhammad bin Zaid Ad-dīn, and Al-Istidrāk An-naẓīr ‘ala Al-Jāmi’ Al-Ṣaghīr by Syaikh Syihab Al-dīn Abi Al ‘Abbas Ahmad bin Muhammad al-matbūlī al-Syāfi’i. In this article, the problem studied is the method of syarah Al-San’ani through the analysis of the book of Al-Tanwīr. The problem is studied by descriptive analysis of analysis, namely by explaining important points in this book, then analyzing so as to produce conclusions in the form of methods in this book. The results of the study show that the book of Al-Tanwīr: (1) was conducted using the taḥlīlī method, that is, by expounding the matan hadith and giving syakl information to the matan hadith, then analyzing sentences, a few words, or even a word if that is possible to do sharḥ. (2) In modern academia, this method of writing books can be called descriptive-comparative-analysis. (3) The method of compiling this book is based on the order of the mu'jam letters (Alif, hamzah, ba, ta, tsa, and so on).
Al Tanwīr, Syarah, Method, taḥlili, al şan’ani
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Tinjauan Ulang Living Hadis dan Living Sunnah: Pemaknaan dan Eksistensi
This article aims to review the meaning of living hadith and living sunnah as explained by M. Khairil Anwar in the article "Living Hadith" and the article "Living Sunnah: Method of Understanding the Living Sunnah" written by Romdloni. By using library research, this article intends to use both articles as primary sources. The results show that in his article, Anwar does not emphasize the difference in meaning between living hadith and living sunnah, only that Anwar slightly mentions that the study of living hadith began to attract attention after a seminar was held with the theme, "Living Qur'an: Al-Qur'an as a Socio-Cultural Phenomenon", which was organized by FKMTHI (Indonesian Hadith Interpretation Student Communication Forum) at UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta on March 13-15, 2005. Romdloni defines living sunnah as a study that is closer to the matan area, an area that is still relatively new in the discourse of Islamic studies.
Copyright (c) 2022 Wilda Rahmatin Nuzuliyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Menjembatani Teks dan Realitas: Tipologi dan Relevansi Asbāb al-Wurūd dalam Kajian Hadis Kontemporer di Indonesia
This article explores the epistemological and methodological development of asbāb al-wurūd as a pivotal framework in contemporary hadith interpretation. Recognizing the growing need for contextual reading of prophetic traditions, this study addresses the theoretical shifts from a normative-textual paradigm to a more interdisciplinary approach involving history, sociology, and anthropology. Using a qualitative library research method, the author examines seven scholarly articles published between 2011 and 2021 to map typologies, methodologies, and relevance of asbāb al-wurūd in Indonesia’s academic discourse. The findings reveal that contemporary scholars do not merely rely on transmitted reports (micro-level) but extend to macro-contextual analysis, interpreting hadith in light of socio-cultural and political realities of the Prophet’s era. Some scholars emphasize reinterpreting gendered or controversial traditions by employing social sciences to recover ethical meanings consistent with human dignity and justice. Others integrate asbāb al-wurūd into educational frameworks to foster critical thinking and spiritual awareness among students. Although variation in rigor and consistency among the articles is observed, the overall trend underscores the urgency of re-engaging hadith studies with contextual sensitivity. This article concludes that asbāb al-wurūd is no longer a mere explanatory tool but a dynamic hermeneutic method that bridges the gap between textual authority and the evolving realities of Muslim societies, thus reinforcing the living relevance of hadith in contemporary Islamic thought.
Copyright (c) 2022 Aldo Marezka Putra (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Menakar Kesahihan Matan Hadis: Telaah atas Shādh dan ‘Illah
The study of hadith in the Islamic scientific tradition so far tends to give a larger portion to the sanad aspect than the matan. As a result, criticism of matan hadith is less methodologically developed. In fact, matan is the core of the substance of the hadith that determines the main meaning and message. The validity of matan is very crucial in maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings. The two main loci in matan criticism that are often used as indicators of defects are shādh and 'illah. However, the implementation of criticism of these two elements has not been standardized in a consistent and structured evaluative system. This article aims to explore the principles of the validity of matan hadith according to classical and contemporary scholars, with a primary focus on the elements of shādh (irregularities) and 'illah (hidden defects). This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study method. Data sources are taken from methodological literature such as the works of Ajjāj al-Khaṭīb, Nūr al-Dīn Itr, Shuhudi Ismail, as well as contemporary thought on the criticism of matan hadith. The results show that although the conditions for the absence of shādhz and 'illah are widely known, the practice of matan criticism is often still intuitive and not based on a solid methodological framework. This article finds that many matan hadiths that are considered valid because their sanad are strong, but they are substantially problematic, either because they contradict the Qur'an, common sense, and historical context. This study recommends six practical steps for matan criticism: (1) verification of sanad, (2) linguistic analysis, (3) inter-matan muqāranah, (4) content analysis, (5) maqāṣid al-syarī'ah approach, and (6) contextualization through asbāb al-wurūd. This approach is expected to be a more objective, scientific, and relevant system of eye criticism in answering contemporary challenges.
Copyright (c) 2022 Rosyid Efendi, Rani, Saichul Anam (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Tinjauan Kritis terhadap Urgensi Ilmu Jarḥ wa al-Taʿdīl dalam Menilai Kualitas Hadis
This paper offers a critical review of the article “The Urgency of the Science of Jarḥ wa al-Taʿdīl in Determining the Authenticity of Hadith” by Muh. Haris Zubaidillah, Basyrul Muvid, and Srifariyati. The article underscores the crucial role of Jarḥ wa al-Taʿdīl in evaluating hadith authenticity by examining the reliability and credibility of narrators within the chain of transmission (isnād). The authors argue that this discipline forms a key mechanism in hadith criticism, where both isnād (the chain of narrators) and matn (the textual content) are fundamental components in verifying the validity of a hadith. This review applies a library research method with an analytical approach, focusing on the coherence of arguments and the methodological design presented by the original authors. The review appreciates the authors' consistency in affirming the significance of Jarḥ wa al-Taʿdīl as an essential discipline in hadith studies. It also highlights the necessity for hadith scholars to possess competence in this field to determine the acceptability or rejection of transmitted narrations accurately. Additionally, the review commends the authors’ reflective efforts to respond to skeptical perspectives that challenge the reliability of Jarḥ wa al-Taʿdīl as a scientific approach. However, it also notes a critical shortcoming: the article does not sufficiently develop a strong and systematic argument to counter orientalist critiques that question the authenticity of hadith. Strengthening this aspect would enhance the article’s academic contribution and its role in contemporary discourse on hadith criticism.
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Telaah Ontologis Klasifikasi Ilmu Hadis: Dirāyah dan Riwāyah sebagai Basis Taksonomi
This paper explains the origin and development of the concept of the division of hadith science into Dirāyah and Riwāyah and its relevance to the division of hadith science in the context of modern hadith studies. The author addresses the following issue: first, what is the origin and development of the concept of the division of hadith science into Dirāyah and Riwāyah? Second, what is the methodology used in each branch of hadith science? Third, what is the relevance and role of the division of hadith science in the context of modern hadith studies? This paper is a literature study that uses qualitative research methods based on literature research with a descriptive-analytical approach. The primary sources of this paper are taken from the books of ulumul hadith, which are complemented by secondary sources in the form of other relevant literature. This research concludes that Hadith Science is divided into two main branches: Dirāyah Science and Riwāyah Science. The science of Dirāyah focuses on critical analysis of hadith, including two assessments: first, the sanad (chain of narration), including connectedness, trustworthiness, and safety from irregularities and defects. Secondly, the matan (content of the hadith) focuses on compatibility with the Qur'an, irregularities in wording, meaning, and foreign terms. Meanwhile, Riwāyah Science focuses on the collection, writing, and narration of hadith. Through methods of collection from companions, systematic writing, filtering of hadith, and preservation through memorization and recording, this science ensures the authenticity and preservation of hadith. These two branches complement each other in ensuring that the hadith received and understood by Muslims are sahih and have high scientific integrity.
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Asbāb al-Wurūd dan Double Movement: Menghidupkan Eksistensi Hadis di Era Modern
This paper discusses the analysis of the concept of asbāb al-wurūd in hadith based on the thoughts of Lenni Lestari, Widia Putri, and Zakiyah, along with their colleagues. According to Lenni Lestari, the study of asbāb al-wurūd focuses primarily on the sources behind the emergence of the hadith, distinguishing between the sources of knowledge of asbāb al-wurūd and the sources of the events themselves. Meanwhile, Widia Putri emphasizes that asbāb al-wurūd plays a central role in shaping a solid understanding of Islam, as it serves as the contextual spirit in interpreting hadith texts. On the other hand, Zakiyah and her colleagues propose that a study based on the theory of double movement should be conducted to ensure the continued relevance of hadith in modern life. This research aims to review the relevance of Lenni Lestari, Widia Putri, and Zakiyah's ideas in underscoring the importance of the asbāb al-wurūd methodology as a tool to discover the ideal moral principles contained in hadith and to actualize them in the context of contemporary realities. To achieve this goal, this study employs a library research method with a qualitative approach. The results indicate that to revive the existence of hadith, a mechanism of double movement is necessary: returning to the socio-historical context of the Prophet's time to uncover the moral principles of hadith, and then bringing those principles into present-day reality through the process of contextualizing values. With this approach, hadith can maintain its relevance and vitality in the face of changing times.
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Tarjīḥ Hadis dalam Dialektika Zaman: Kajian Sistematis atas Evolusi Metodologi dan Relevansi Praktis di Era Kontemporer
This article explores the evolving academic landscape of Tarjīḥal-Hadith studies by examining the patterns, objectives, forms, and methodologies that have characterized scholarly discourse between 2012 and 2023. Responding to the fragmented understanding of contradictory hadiths (mukhtalif al-ḥadīth), the study investigates how tarjih—the method of preference—is developed and employed to address textual conflicts within prophetic traditions. Utilizing the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, the authors critically analyzed 16 selected publications to identify dominant trends and scholarly responses. The findings reveal that early studies largely emphasized conceptual definitions and classical reiterations of tarjih, whereas recent works began to engage contemporary issues, including digital misinformation and pandemic-related challenges. The study also uncovers a recurring stagnation in epistemology and orientation, as many contributions remain trapped in descriptive traditions rather than analytical innovation. Nevertheless, a positive shift is observed from 2021 onwards, as some scholars began integrating tarjīḥinto real-life contexts, positioning it as a relevant interpretive and legal tool in contemporary Islamic thought. The research concludes that for tarjīḥto remain intellectually and practically significant, it must transcend repetitive theorization and be continuously adapted to respond to emerging socio-religious realities. This marks a necessary transition from textual preservation to contextual activation of hadith interpretation.
Methodological Evolution of Hadith Studies
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Dinamika Kajian ‘Adālah al-Ṣaḥābah di Indonesia (2014–2023): Sebuah Tinjauan Sistematis
The study of 'adālah al-ṣaḥābah or justice of the Prophet's companions is a central issue in the study of hadith, especially with regard to their credibility as narrators. This article systematically reviews the direction and development of 'adālah al-ṣaḥābah studies in Indonesia during the period 2014-2023 using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method. This research aims to track the direction of trends and developments in 'adālah al-ṣaḥābah studies in Indonesia in the 2014-2023 period and look at differences in methodological approaches and trends in 'adālah al-ṣaḥābah studies. The results of a literature search via Google Scholar show that the majority of research is descriptive and repeats the classic understanding pattern that all friends are fair without exception, as held by Ahlusunah Waljamaah. However, several contemporary studies have begun to question the validity of this view and propose criticism and deconstruction of the concept of collective justice. Figures such as Mahmud Abu Rayyah and Muhammad Thahir Albie proposed a re-evaluation of the definition of friends and the application of the principles of al-jarh wa al-ta'dīl at the level of friends. The main findings show a shift from a normative-theological approach to a historical critical approach. This study also highlights the limited biographical studies of individual friends and the lack of in-depth methodological exploration.
Copyright (c) 2023 Umi Kulsum, Aria Ulfa (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Transformasi Kajian Syarah Hadis di Indonesia: Studi Literature Review (2014-2023)
The study of hadith sharia in Indonesia has continued to develop in recent years. However, systematic studies of its development are still very limited. This research examines the development of hadith sharah in Indonesia in the period 2015-2023 with the aim of tracing methodological trends, approaches and objects of study in hadith sharah studies. The method used in this research is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) which was used to analyze 22 scientific literature to trace the development of hadith sharia studies. The research results show that in general, in the 2015-2020 period, the study of hadith sharia was dominated by the study of traditional books and figures which were linguistic and theological-normative in nature. Meanwhile, the 2020-2023 period is starting to show openness to new forms of expression such as digital media and locality. There are four methods used in hadith sharia, namely the taḥlili (analytical), ijmālī (global), muqāran (comparative) method. Meanwhile, the developing approach includes linguistic, socio-historical, contextual and interdisciplinary. This study also shows that there has not been a significant transformation in the study of hadith sharah, but there are indications of a change in direction in the understanding and delivery of hadith sharah.
Copyright (c) 2023 Shafwatul Insani, Wan Khairul Aiman Wan Mokhtar, Meysitah Sari (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Fenomena Azan Pertama Jumat Lima Muazin: Kajian Living Hadis di Masjid Sholihin
The Friday prayer call (adhan) varies across mosques in Indonesia. A unique tradition is found at Sholihin Mosque, located on Jalan Kaliurang Km 9.3, Tambakan, Sinduharjo, Ngaglik, Sleman, where five muezzins simultaneously recite the first adhan. Although this practice has been maintained for years, its normative basis and deeper meaning remain largely unexplored by the local community. This qualitative study employs historical documentation as the primary data collection method, supplemented by interviews and observations, emphasizing interviews involving relevant figures such as the muezzins, mosque administrators (takmir), and congregants. The data are analyzed using a descriptive-interpretative approach, in which the information is organized, interpreted, and concluded using Max Weber’s theory of social action. In addition, relevant hadith texts from the nine canonical collections (Kutub al-Tis’ah) and other supporting Islamic literature are used to enrich the analysis. The findings reveal that the first adhan performed by five muezzins is understood by the community as a cultural and religious identity unique to Sholihin Mosque, valued for its historical background, religious grounding, and distinctiveness. Furthermore, this tradition is viewed by the muezzins as a form of worship believed to bring spiritual reward in the hereafter. These perspectives motivate the community’s commitment to preserving the practice as a meaningful expression of local religious life within the broader context of living hadith.
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Asbāb al-Wurūd dalam Dinamika Kajian Hadis di Indonesia (2011–2023): Pemetaan Systematic Literature Review
This study aims to analyze the trends and methodological tendencies of asbāb al-wurūd research in Indonesia between 2011 and 2024 using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. A total of 20 academic publications were systematically examined to map the trajectory and quality of this growing discourse. Findings indicate that the historical-contextual approach dominates, positioning asbāb al-wurūd as a crucial framework for understanding the relevance of hadith in contemporary socio-religious contexts. Rather than serving solely as a supporting tool, asbāb al-wurūd has emerged as an interpretive method addressing issues such as education, gender justice, and reinterpretation of controversial narrations. However, the research remains largely repetitive and descriptive, lacking theoretical and methodological innovation. Therefore, this study recommends interdisciplinary and reflective methodological expansion within asbāb al-wurūd research and suggests extending SLR applications to other hadith-related fields to support epistemological renewal.
Copyright (c) 2023 Ahmad David Imron Sadali, Ahmad Baehaki, M. Hammam Fadlurahman, M. Luthfi Mubarak (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Interaksi Hadis dan Budaya Lokal: Living Hadis dalam Tradisi Mattampung Masyarakat Bugis
This study examines Mattampung, a traditional death ritual of the Bugis community in Watu Village, Barebbo District, Bone Regency, South Sulawesi. The ritual involves restoring or replacing graves with headstones and is carried out to pray for the deceased. The research is based on the argument that the Mattampung tradition reflects the reception of hadith, particularly those related to the virtues of reciting the Qur’an and offering prayers for the dead, thus shaping the community’s religious practices. This field research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach and was conducted over six months. Primary data were obtained through direct observation, interviews with ten informants, and written and personal documentation. The analysis draws upon the theory of living hadith and Alfred Schutz’s phenomenological framework, which explores human actions through "because of" and "in order to" motives. Findings reveal that Mattampung serves as a form of living hadith, wherein the community internalizes and practices prophetic teachings in a localized religious context. The tradition embodies a dynamic interaction between textual transmission and lived religious experience. From a phenomenological perspective, community motives include preserving cultural heritage, comforting bereaved families, giving charity, and honoring parents. The goals of the ritual are to pray for the deceased, repair graves, educate descendants, deepen religious knowledge, and foster mutual support. Overall, Mattampung illustrates how local Islamic traditions can serve as meaningful expressions of hadith reception and contribute to the preservation of both religious values and cultural identity within the Bugis community.
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Distorsi dan Politisasi Hadis dalam Politik Indonesia: Studi atas Gerakan 212
This study examines how hadiths were misinterpreted and politicized within the realm of practical politics in Indonesia, with a particular focus on the 212 Movement and the 2017 Jakarta gubernatorial election. It seeks to analyze different ways hadiths were utilized for political purposes during the 212 Movement and how this influenced Ahok’s electability. Using a literature review approach, the research incorporates Domke and Coe’s theory of religious politicization and Vedi R. Hadiz’s concept of Islamic populism to understand how religious texts—especially hadiths—were employed to rally public support. The study identifies four key methods of hadith politicization: altering context, misinterpreting meanings, selectively citing supportive hadiths, and using them as tools for mass mobilization. While the politicization of hadiths was not the sole factor behind Ahok’s declining electability, it played a contextual role in shaping public opinion—evident through memes, posters, banners, digital content, and social media hashtags. The research also underscores the influence of digital news outlets and mainstream media in framing the narrative around the 212 Movement and swaying public sentiment. In conclusion, the politicization of hadiths significantly affected Indonesia’s political landscape, especially during the events surrounding the 2017 Jakarta election.
Copyright (c) 2024 Safri Nur Jannah, Nanda Ahmad Basuki (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Historiografi Kajian Living Hadis di Indonesia
The study of living hadith is a widely used approach to read hadith-based religious practices in society. However, in the last decade (2015–2023), findings show that research on living hadith tends to be stagnant because it focuses too much on the traditional aspects of practice, while the more complex aspects of transmission and transformation are still not paid attention. This shows that there are gaps and potential for further development in the study of living hadith, especially through a more diverse and in-depth approach. This research aims to map the trends, developments, and peculiarities of living hadith studies that have developed in Indonesia over the past ten years. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, the author searched 21 academic literature with the keyword "living hadith" through a search engine for academic scientific works, such as; Google Scholar, Sinta, and Garuda which are then classified based on their themes and approaches. The results of this study show that the majority of living hadith studies in Indonesia during the period 2015–2023 still focus on practical and reception aspects, with descriptive methodological tendencies and minimal theoretical exploration. The aspect of transmission and transformation that is actually crucial in seeing the dynamics of the continuity of hadith in society has not been seriously touched. In addition, attention to the digital context as a new space for religious practice is also still very limited. Therefore, this study recommends the development of a living hadith study that is more reflective, interdisciplinary, and adaptive to social and technological changes.
Copyright (c) 2024 Muhammad Faqih Ihsan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Shalawat Dalam Tradisi Slametan di Desa Mlangi: Resepsi, Transmisi, dan Simbolisasi
The tradition of reciting shalawat in the Mlangi community is an inseparable part of their religious and socio-cultural life. Shalawat is not only practiced as a form of worship but also serves as a central element in various slametan rituals, such as tingkeban, brokohan, aqiqah, sumpitan, manaqiban, and mauludan. This study aims to explore the community’s reception of the Qur’anic verse that commands Muslims to send blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and how this is manifested in their daily lives. Findings indicate that shalawat is utilized in three main dimensions: as a religious practice, a means of social cohesion, and a cultural tradition. The transmission of shalawat in Mlangi has its roots in the royal tradition of the Prophet’s birthday celebration (maulid), with the primary agents being the descendants of Kiai Nur Iman and the wider community. The recitation of shalawat is also rich in symbolism, representing theological frameworks, da'wah media, and spaces of humanism that reflect communal hope and solidarity. Uniquely, each religious figure in Mlangi possesses distinct shalawat practices according to the spiritual authorization (ijazah) and educational background they have received. This study recommends further research to explore this diversity as part of the dynamic and living tradition of local Islam in the Indonesian archipelago.
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Resepsi Hadis-Hadis Misoginis dalam Perspektif Ikatan Pelajar Muhammadiyah di Kapanewon Depok Yogyakarta
In contemporary social reality, misogynistic thought is not only gaining strength across various levels of society but is also developing dynamically among students. This discourse often emerges through textual interpretations of hadiths which, often unconsciously, have the potential to discredit women. In response to this tendency, Muslim feminist scholars such as Fatima Mernissi have proposed alternative methods for reading hadiths perceived as misogynistic. Therefore, studying the reception of misogynistic hadiths becomes crucial, especially within Islamic student organizations such as Ikatan Pelajar Muhammadiyah (IPM), to emphasize that hadith studies continue to evolve in line with contemporary contexts. This research seeks to answer two main questions: how is the reception of misogynistic hadiths manifested among IPM members, and what factors underlie the formation of those reception patterns. This study adopts a qualitative field research approach using Focus Group Discussions and interviews as data collection methods. The analysis employs Stuart Hall’s reception theory, which posits that meaning is not fixed but is constructed through the interaction between the text and the reader, shaped by their social, cultural, and personal backgrounds. Based on the analysis of four selected hadiths concerning female leadership, women invalidating prayer, women entering hell because of a cat, and women as sources of misfortune the findings reveal that the majority of IPM members (75%) adopt a contextual (oppositional) reading, while a smaller portion (25%) engage in a textual (dominant) reading. These patterns of reception are influenced by the socio-cultural dynamics present within their organizational and educational environments.
Copyright (c) 2024 Saniatul Hidayah, Idris Ahmad Rifai (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Dinamika Studi Kritik Sanad Hadis melalui Software Hadis Lidwa Pusaka
This study aims to examine the evolution of the study of hadith sanad criticism with the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, especially in the context of the use of Lidwa Pusaka Hadith software as a tool in sanad analysis. The main focus of this research is how paradigm shifts and methods in sanad criticism occur along with the development of digital technology, as well as the extent to which Lidwa Pusaka contributes to the effectiveness and accuracy of sanad studies. The methodology of this study uses the Systematic Literature Review approach with steps of identification, selection, data extraction, and synthesis from various relevant literature published in the period 2016–2020. Inclusion criteria include journal articles, proceedings, and thesis/thesis/dissertation that discusses sanad criticism, digital hadith studies, and the use of Lidwa Pusaka software in Islamic studies. The data collection technique is carried out by examining scientific documents through academic databases such as Google Scholar, DOAJ, and Garuda. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique is carried out through thematic analysis, by grouping data into main themes related to the development of sanad criticism methodology and the role of digital software, especially Lidwa Pusaka, in supporting hadith research. The results of the study show that there has been a significant evolution in the approach to sanad criticism, from a conventional approach to a software-based digital approach. Lidwa Pusaka specifically acts as an effective means of accessing matan and sanad hadith systematically and quickly, thus helping to speed up the process of verification and classification of hadith. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of integrating technology in Islamic studies, as well as opening up new space for the development of a more efficient, accurate, and inclusive methodology of hadith criticism.
Copyright (c) 2024 Yusuf Firdaus Hasibuan, Rahmat (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analisis Akurasi ChatGPT dalam Mengkaji Validitas Sanad dan Matan Hadis
The emergence of ChatGPT as a new technology capable of addressing various religious issues, particularly in Hadith studies, presents new challenges for Hadith scholars in preserving the authenticity and sanctity of Hadith. This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of ChatGPT in assessing the validity of sanad and matan by comparing its analysis of five selected hadiths with the book Jawami’ul Kalim. Using a descriptive-analytical method, the research refers to the concept of "Rules for the Validity of Sanad Hadith" by Syuhudi Ismail. The findings reveal that while ChatGPT can provide preliminary analysis on the validity of hadiths, its evaluation is limited to the information available in its database. The analysis tends to be descriptive and lacks the depth found in Jawami’ul Kalim. ChatGPT's understanding of ulumul hadith is inconsistent, often producing incorrect or unverified answers, and it fails to cite reliable sources. In contrast, Jawami’ul Kalim offers more comprehensive and accurate takhrij with credible references. Therefore, while ChatGPT shows potential as a supportive tool in Hadith studies—especially in early-stage exploration—it cannot replace scholars or classical references. Expert guidance remains essential to ensure the accuracy and reliability of its assessments.
Copyright (c) 2024 Yeni Amalia (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Akun @anitaintan dan Visualisasi Hadis: Studi Resepsi Konten di YouTube Shorts
This study investigates the reception of Hadiths through YouTube shorts, a feature that facilitates short-form video content, appealing particularly to younger audiences and allowing for easier message absorption. The research is grounded in the rapid development of digital media, which significantly affects the transmission and reception of religious messages, especially Hadith. Two main questions are addressed: (1) What are the forms of Hadith reception and audience responses on the YouTube shorts account @anitaintan? (2) What is the sentiment toward Hadith-related content on this account? This qualitative study employs field and library research methods. Primary data were collected by identifying Hadith content on @anitaintan, selected based on upload frequency and subscriber count. Secondary data includes relevant literature and Hadith texts. Data were gathered through documentation, including screenshots and analysis of comments from uploaded videos. The analysis utilizes Marshall McLuhan’s new media theory and Ahmad Rafiq’s Hadith reception framework. McLuhan emphasizes the influence of the medium on message reception, while Rafiq classifies Hadith reception into exegetical, aesthetic, and functional types. The findings indicate that the shift from textual to visual Hadith presentation allows for greater flexibility in reception. The content creator’s engaging style enhances message delivery, making Hadith more accessible. Positive responses dominated all five videos analyzed, with negative comments appearing in only two, and neutral responses exceeding negative ones. These results suggest that digital platforms like YouTube shorts provide a contemporary space for Hadith dissemination, enabling broader engagement, especially among younger viewers.
Copyright (c) 2024 Alfika Inayatul Masruroh, Sopian Kamil Muttaqin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Framing Hadis Larangan Menggambar Makhluk Hidup: Analisis Komparatif Media Muslim.or.id dan SuaraMuhammadiyah.id
The digital era has intensified differences in understanding hadiths, especially through online Islamic media which serve as arenas for articulating religious discourse. This study explores how media framing mechanisms contribute to the accentuation of divergent interpretations, focusing on the hadith prohibiting the depiction of living beings (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī No. 5495). Two Islamic media platforms—Muslim.or.id and SuaraMuhammadiyah.id—are examined to reveal contrasting approaches to this hadith. While Muslim.or.id frames the hadith as a strict prohibition aligned with Salafi textualism, SuaraMuhammadiyah.id presents a more contextual and interpretative stance reflective of Muhammadiyah's rationalist tradition. This research addresses three core questions: (1) How do these media platforms frame the understanding of the hadith? (2) What are the comparative framing strategies employed by each? (3) How do these differences relate to their respective ideological and institutional identities? William A. Gamson’s framing theory—specifically the concept of media packages encompassing central ideas, reasoning devices, and framing devices—this study utilizes qualitative content analysis of two key articles. It finds that media framing is not a neutral act of dissemination but a deliberate ideological representation aiming to influence perceptions and religious authority in a fragmented digital landscape. The framing of hadiths in these media not only reflects theological preferences but also serves as a strategic tool in discursive power struggles within contemporary Islam. Ultimately, this research underscores the need to view digital religious narratives as part of broader ideological formations, mediated and amplified by the dynamics of new media.
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Analisis Kriteria Kesahihan Matan dalam Hadis: Kajian Teori dan Metodologi
The issue of hadith authenticity, particularly among Orientalist scholars, has generated a critical and controversial discourse. Prophetic hadith is often perceived as irrelevant to contemporary realities, largely due to the socio-cultural and environmental contexts in which it originated. This situation highlights the need for focused studies on matn (textual) criticism to identify the core criteria most commonly used in assessing the authenticity of hadith texts. This study addresses two main questions: (1) Have the criteria for matn authenticity evolved? and (2) How can these criteria be applied to contemporary issues? The research employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, based on journal articles and books published between 2015 and 2023. Sources were collected using keywords such as “matn criticism” and “textual authenticity,” retrieved from Google Scholar and Semantic Scholar, then analyzed and displayed in tabular form. The findings indicate a notable evolution in methodological approaches and perspectives on hadith authenticity. Scholars have increasingly adopted contextual and hermeneutical frameworks to interpret hadith in light of current socio-historical realities. The debate on the validity of hadith texts also reflects shifting views on canonical collections like Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī and Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim. These developments illustrate the methodological diversity and the ongoing efforts to reinterpret Islamic intellectual heritage in a way that responds to modern challenges.
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Teori dan Metodologi Sanad Hadis: Kajian Jarḥ wa Ta’dīl
The status of hadith as a foundational source of Islamic law necessitates rigorous criticism and verification from various dimensions. This imperative becomes particularly significant in light of the proliferation of mawḍūʿ (fabricated) hadiths, which increased substantially following the era of Fitnah. The widespread circulation of such fabrications resulted in the merging of spurious reports with authentic traditions, thereby complicating the process of authentication. In this context, the role of hadith transmitters (narrators) emerges as a pivotal element in determining the validity of a hadith, wherein the assessment of a narrator’s credibility is essential. The discipline of jarḥ wa taʿdīl provides a systematic and methodological framework established by classical scholars to evaluate the reliability of narrators. As socio-religious contexts continue to evolve and knowledge becomes increasingly digitized, the urgency of revisiting and recontextualizing this field becomes more apparent. This study seeks to map the scholarly discourse on jarḥ wa taʿdīlby analyzing academic works published between 2016 and 2023. Employing the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, this research reveals that the methodological development within jarḥ wa taʿdīl studies remains largely stagnant, with the majority of contemporary literature focusing on definitional aspects, historical trajectories, foundational principles, and classical applications as articulated by early Islamic scholars. However, the study also identifies emerging trends that suggest potential areas of innovation. These include the application of jarḥ wa taʿdīl principles in contemporary religious and social contexts, as well as a growing interest in digital methodologies for hadith evaluation. Such developments highlight the need for sustained and methodologically robust scholarly efforts aimed at revitalizing the study of jarḥ wa taʿdīl and adapting its principles to contemporary challenges.
Copyright (c) 2023 Muhammad Imaduddin, M Khairul Hafiz Akbar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Diversitas Metodologi Syarah Hadis di Indonesia Awal Abad ke-20: Studi atas Karya Mahfuẓ al-Turmusī dan Kasyful Anwar al-Banjarī
The tradition of hadith in Indonesia is an important intellectual heritage that reflects the dynamics of local Islamic thought. However, in-depth studies of the methodology of hadith syarah by Nusantara scholars, especially in the early 20th century, are still rare. This study aims to analyze the methods and characteristics of hadith narration in two important works: al-Khil'ah al-Fikriyyah by Muhammad Mahfūẓ al-Turmusī and al-Tabyīn al-Rāwī by Kashful Anwar al-Banjarī. This research uses a qualitative approach based on literature studies, with the sociological theory of Karl Mannheim's knowledge as the framework of analysis, as well as hermeneutic methods in reading texts. Research shows that Mahfūẓ uses the taḥlīlī method with a linguistic approach and academic systematics, including sanad analysis, sentence structure, to the dimensions of logic and balaghah. Meanwhile, Kashful Anwar uses the communicative and populist method of ijmālī, based on the content of moral messages and religious practices, and enriched by fiqh and Sufism. Both of them studied Arba'īn Nawawī, but with different styles and orientations. This difference is due to the audience factor that each faces; Mahfūẓ targets students and scientists, while Kashful targets the general public of Banjar. These findings confirm that the method of hadith syarah in Indonesia is contextual, flexible, and integrated with the social reality of the ummah. This tradition also shows the intellectual independence of Nusantara scholars in developing Islamic scientific treasures in a creative and relevant manner. .
Ekspresi Tajdid dalam Syarah Hadis: Kajian Historis atas Subul al-Salām karya al-Ṣanʿānī (w. 1182 H/1769 M)
Subul al-Salām by al-Ṣanʿānī represents a critique of sectarian fanaticism within Islamic jurisprudence, articulated through his commentary on hadith. This critique is closely linked to al-Ṣanʿānī’s concern over the decline of the Muslim ummah in the Arab region during the 11th–12th centuries AH, which in turn spurred the discourse of Islamic intellectual reform as a response. Through a historical inquiry, this study aims to explore the relationship between his commentary on Bulūgh al-Marām and the socio-cultural dynamics experienced by al-Ṣanʿānī. This research is based on library sources and employs a qualitative method. It addresses three key questions: a) In what ways can the tendency to disengage from rigid adherence to a particular school of law be identified as a defining characteristic of al-Ṣanʿānī’s hadith commentary in Subul al-Salām? b) What historical factors contributed to the emergence of this characteristic? c) How do these factors correlate with the transformation toward a new model of understanding hadith commentary? The findings of this study reveal that al-Ṣanʿānī employed a critical and corrective approach to interpreting hadith, often engaging with and reassessing views from various legal schools. There is a close connection between the paradigm of Ibn Taymiyyah, which had developed as a discourse of tajdīd in the Arab-Islamic world at the time, and al-Ṣanʿānī’s dissatisfaction with sectarian conflicts, particularly in his homeland, Yemen. Ultimately, Subul al-Salām is also associated with his decision to renounce the Zaydī madhhab and adopt a non-aligned stance, free from commitment to any single madhhab.
Menelaah Kitab Syarḥ Al-Arba‘īn An-Nawawiyyah Karya al-‘Usaimin: Sebuah Kajian Pemahaman Islam Kontemporer
This study explores the hadith commentary (sharḥ) in Al-Arba‘īn an-Nawawiyyah by Muhammad ibn Ṣāliḥ al-‘Usaimin. It focuses on assessing the depth and methodology of al-‘Usaimin’s interpretation of the forty hadiths compiled by Imam al-Nawawī. The objective is to examine how al-‘Usaimin presents his commentary and how his approach contributes to a more nuanced understanding of Islamic teachings within a contemporary framework. This research adopts a qualitative library research design. The primary data source is al-‘Usaimin’s Syarḥ al-Arba‘īn an-Nawawiyyah, while secondary sources include relevant books, academic journals, and other scholarly works. Data were collected through various references, including printed and digital materials. The analysis applies discourse analysis, involving the systematic examination and interpretation of texts from both primary and secondary sources. The findings indicate that al-‘Usaimin’s commentary is marked by a strong integration of Qur’anic verses to reinforce the meanings of the hadiths. His adherence to the structure and order established by al-Nawawi reflects a methodological consistency, while his inclusion of supplementary hadiths enriches the explanatory depth. Overall, al-‘Usaimin’s work demonstrates a thoughtful and systematic effort to contextualize prophetic traditions for modern readers, offering a comprehensive and spiritually grounded interpretation.
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