Profetika focuses on Islamic studies that contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This journal is dedicated to publishing originality, novelty, and innovative research in the field of Islamic Studies. As a platform for multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research, it explores the connection between Islamic thought and contemporary global challenges, while supporting social, cultural, and environmental balance in line with the SDGs. This journal is managed by the Doctor of Islamic Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta and Lembaga Pengembangan Publikasi Ilmiah dan Buku Ajar (LPPI) Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS). Currently, the Profetika journal has been indexed by several indexing engines such as Google Scholar, GARUDA, Moraref, SINTA, DOAJ, Crossref, Dimensions, ResearchGate, ISSN, OneSearch, Mendeley, Worldcat, Fatcatwiki, Wikidata, Road, Universiteit Leiden, BASE, University of Cambridge, Universiteit Gent, UNSW Sydney, KAUST, SCILIT, Semantic Scholar, Academia.edu, ASCI, Connected Papers, and DOI.
Rajo Alim Rajo Disambah, Rajo Zalim Rajo Disanggah: Religious and Cultural Capital for SDGs in Agam's Civil Disobedience Movement
Abstract: This study aims to examine in depth the role of religion and culture as primary capital in the civil disobedience movement of the Agam Regency community against Government Regulation (GR) No. 84 of 1999 on the territorial expansion of Bukittinggi City. This policy triggered sustained collective resistance for over two decades, perceived as a form of administrative tyranny that threatened social ideology, the integrity of the nagari, and the community's religious existence. Theoretical framework: Theologically, this resistance is legitimized through the doctrine of al-isyan al-madani and the principle of critical obedience, aimed at protecting the dharuriyyāt (essential) dimensions: religion (hifz al-din), communal customary property (hifz al-mal), and social identity (hifz al-nasl). This theological defense fundamentally aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). Method: Employing an Islamic legal sociology approach within a qualitative case study design, this research analyzes data from in-depth interviews with customary elites (niniak mamak) and religious leaders (alim ulama), as well as historical conflict documents. Results: The findings reveal that civil disobedience in Agam is deeply rooted in the philosophical doctrine of rajo alim rajo disambah, rajo zalim rajo disanggah (a just ruler is revered, an unjust ruler is resisted). Implications: This study underscores the urgent need to reorient national law-making processes toward deliberative values and the recognition of local sociocultural authority to ensure the sustainable achievement of the SDGs. Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in uncovering the mechanism of theo-cultural civil disobedience, which effectively rendered the state's positive law dormant (statutory dormancy) for 25 years through the superior legitimacy of living law. The ultimate success of this movement, culminating in the enactment of Law No. 53 of 2024, demonstrates that Islamic and cultural modalities can effectively neutralize policies lacking moral legitimacy and actively drive the realization of SDGs.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Taufik, Alfan Miko, Indraddin, Bob Alfiandi, Abdul Halim https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Prophetic Intelligence in Islamic Education for Corruption Prevention: A Study from Solo Raya within the SDGs Framework
Objective: This study aims to analyze the implementation of prophetic intelligence in Islamic education as a strategy for building anti-corruption character in the Greater Solo area, by highlighting its contribution to the achievement of Islam and the SDGs. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework of this research is based on the concept of prophetic intelligence that combines rationality, spirituality, and morality as the basis of ethical awareness. Literature review: Literature review confirms that prophetic Islamic education plays an important role in instilling ethical and spiritual values as a measure to prevent corruption. Several studies have shown that the integration of prophetic values in the Islamic education curriculum can form a culture of honesty, social responsibility, and institutional transparency. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with phenomenological methods to explore the meaning of teachers' experiences in implementing prophetic values in Islamic educational institutions in Solo Raya. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and documentation studies, then analyzed with Miles and Huberman's interactive model that included data reduction, presentation, and verification. Results: The results of the study show that the implementation of prophetic intelligence is effective in strengthening integrity, honesty, and accountability in the educational environment. Teachers act as an ethical bridge between spirituality and modern governance, internalizing prophetic values through example, moral habituation, and ethical reflection. Prophetic Islamic education has been proven to be able to suppress corrupt behavior and foster a culture of social responsibility. Implications: The integration of prophetic values in Islamic education has a direct impact on the establishment of educational institutions that are transparent, ethical, and just, as well as serving as a moral model for the wider community. Novelty: This study examines applying prophetic intelligence in Islamic education as an anti-corruption character strategy by integrating prophetic values into curricula, linking it to SDG 4 and SDG 16 an area still underexplored.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muh. Fatahillah Suparman, Sujito, Moh. Abdul Kholiq Hasan, Al-Ameen M. Ibnohajad, Eman Suherman https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Acculturation of Culture and Religion in Religious Moderation of the Amanuban Indigenous Community: An SDGs Perspective
Objective: This study aims to analyze the process of cultural and religious acculturation as a practice of religious moderation in strengthening the social identity and sustainability of the life of the Amanuban indigenous community in South Central Timor Regency (TTS). Theoretical Framework: This study is based on the theory of cultural acculturation, the concept of religious moderation, and the symbolic interactionism approach that views social identity and religious practices as the result of the construction of meaning through symbolic interaction in the context of local culture. Literature Review: The literature review shows that the integration of culture and religion plays an important role in maintaining social harmony in plural societies, but studies that directly link it to the sustainability of local identity and social development are still relatively limited. Methods: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with traditional and religious leaders, participatory observation of socio-religious practices, and documentation studies. Data analysis was carried out thematically to explore the life experiences, social meanings, and symbolic values ​​inherent in the practices of cultural and religious acculturation of the Amanuban community. Results: The results of the study indicate that cultural and religious acculturation serve as an effective social mechanism in shaping the character of an inclusive, tolerant, and harmony-oriented society among religious communities. Local values ​​such as feto-mone and natoni act as an integrative medium that bridges differences in beliefs and strengthens the collective identity of the community without negating the basic principles of religious teachings. Implications: These findings confirm that cultural and religious acculturation contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 16 through strengthening peace and social cohesion, and SDG 11 through preserving cultural identity and community sustainability. Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in the phenomenological analysis of cultural and religious acculturation as a strategy for sustainable religious moderation in facing modern social dynamics.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yahya Nikmat Nobisa, Akhsanul In’am, Mohammad Mahfud Effendi, Syarifuddin Darajad, Indah Febriana As’ari Putri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Islamic Education, SDGs, and Javanese Syncretism in Kidung Rumekso by Sunan Kalijaga
Objective: This study explores the intersection of Islamic education, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Javanese cultural syncretism through Kidung Rumekso by Sunan Kalijaga. It aims to examine syncretism as a cultural–pedagogical strategy in the Islamization of Java, focusing on how Islamic teachings are integrated with Javanese traditions and their implications for culture-based Islamic education aligned with SDGs, particularly inclusive and quality education. Theoretical framework: The study employs the concept of syncretism supported by hermeneutic and phenomenological approaches to analyze the integration of Javanese cosmology and Islamic monotheism within the text. Literature review: Existing scholarship indicates that Islamization in Java occurred adaptively through cultural accommodation; however, specific studies positioning Kidung Rumekso as an epistemological reconstruction remain limited. Methods: This research uses a qualitative philosophical method with a hermeneutical-phenomenological approach, examining textual content, relevant literature, and historical-cultural contexts. Results: The findings reveal that Kidung Rumekso represents a profound model of Javanese-Islamic syncretism operating across three dimensions: (1) theological, reflected in the alignment of Manunggaling Kawula Gusti with the principle of tawhid; (2) ritual, seen in the transformation of traditional chants or mantras into Islamic prayers; and (3) symbolic, demonstrated through the use of Javanese cultural symbols to communicate Islamic teachings contextually. These dimensions illustrate how religious values are transmitted in culturally resonant forms, supporting socially sustainable education. Implications: This model contributes to the development of contextual Islamic education that is adaptive, inclusive, and rooted in local wisdom, aligning with SDGs’ emphasis on cultural sustainability and equitable learning. Novelty: The study offers a new perspective by interpreting Kidung Rumekso as an epistemological reconstruction bridging Javanese mysticism and Islamic orthodoxy, rather than merely a form of cultural accommodation.
Copyright (c) 2026 mukhlis fathurrohman ngatmin abbas, Ngatmin Abbas https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Among-Based Peer Counseling for Bullying Prevention: An SDGs-Oriented Approach to Safe and Inclusive Education
Objective: This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Among value-based peer counseling in reducing bullying, as well as identifying supporting and inhibiting factors for its implementation in the school environment. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework refers to the educational concept of Among Ki Hadjar Dewantara (Ing Ngarso Sung Tulodho, Ing Madyo Mangun Karso, Tut Wuri Handayani), which is combined with the peer counseling approach and social interaction theory. Literature review: The literature emphasizes the effectiveness of peer counseling in reducing bullying and the importance of integrating local wisdom values in building students' empathy, character, and social relations. Methods: Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, through interviews, participatory observations, documentation, and questionnaires, as well as thematic data analysis. Results: The results of the study showed a significant decrease in verbal and relational bullying, an increase in students' empathy and social awareness, a strengthening of the role of peer counselors as agents of change, the internalization of Among values in school culture, structural and cultural support as success factors, and the existence of personal and technical constraints that affect the sustainability of the program. Implications: Contribute to the development of a humanistic, contextual, and sustainable counseling model based on local wisdom. Novelty: Lies in the integration of Among values in peer counseling as an innovative approach that not only suppresses bullying but also forms a positive school culture.
Copyright (c) 2026 Miranti, Iskandar, Edi Saputra https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Innovation in Islamic Banking Services for Sustainable Development: An Analysis of the Alignment of Islamic Values with SDGs
Objective: This study aims to analyse the alignment of Islamic banking service innovations with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah–based values approach, positioning Islamic finance as a strategic actor in sustainable development. Theoretical framework: Integrates maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah principles, particularly justice (‘adl), public benefit (maṣlaḥah), and balance (tawāzun), with the multidimensional SDG paradigm encompassing economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. Literature review: Conceptualisation of service innovation in Islamic banking, the relationship between Sharia values and the Sustainable Development Goals, and integration of innovation and sustainability in Islamic banking practices. Method: Employing a qualitative research design based on library research, data were analysed through stages of presentation, conceptual development, and conclusion drawing, using a hermeneutic approach to interpret the substantive relationships between maqāṣid principles and SDG targets. Results: the findings reveal a strong conceptual convergence between Islamic ethical values and key SDG dimensions, particularly poverty alleviation, social equality, and environmental protection, leading to the formulation of the Shariah Sustainable Service Framework (SSSF), which comprises three interconnected pillars: spirituality as a moral foundation, social justice as the orientation of benefit distribution, and economic efficiency as an instrument of productive sustainability. Implications: This framework provides normative and strategic guidance for Islamic financial institutions in designing ethically grounded and sustainability-oriented service innovations, while offering regulators and policymakers a reference for strengthening sharia-based governance aligned with global development agendas. Novelty: This study lies in the development of an original integrative framework that systematically bridges maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah values with SDG indicators, advancing Islamic banking from a compliance-driven model toward a value-based paradigm of sustainable development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mardelia Desfrida, Amrin, Obydur Rahman https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Strategies of Moral Faith Teachers in Integrating SDGs-Based Character Education in Islamic Boarding Schools
Objective: This study analyzes the pedagogical strategies of Akidah Akhlak teachers in integrating SDGs-based character education at Al-Jauharen Islamic Boarding School, Jambi City, focusing on discipline, honesty, and responsibility. Theoretical framework: The research is grounded in character education theory, value internalization, and contextual pedagogy, aligned with SDGs principles that emphasize inclusive, equitable, and value-oriented education. Literature review: Previous studies indicate that Akidah Akhlak learning remains largely cognitive and memorization-oriented, limiting effective character internalization, while empirical studies on teacher strategies in pesantren contexts and their linkage to SDGs are still limited. Method: This study employs a qualitative descriptive-analytical approach involving teachers, school leaders, and students, using interviews, observations, and documentation, analyzed through the Miles and Huberman model with triangulation. Results: Findings reveal that SDGs-oriented character integration is implemented through structured planning, teacher exemplification, value habituation, and reflective discussions rooted in students’ experiences and strengthened by pesantren culture; however, it remains insufficiently systematic, particularly in evaluation, and is constrained by time and students’ psychological factors. Implications: The study highlights the need for more reflective, contextual, and sustainable pedagogical strategies aligned with SDGs, ensuring that character values are internalized beyond normative understanding into real student behavior. Novelty: This research offers an empirical contribution by specifically examining SDGs-based character education integration strategies in Akidah Akhlak learning within a pesantren-based madrasah context, which remains underexplored.
Copyright (c) 2026 Inda Amelia, Dewi Hasanah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Religious Multicultural Education as a Middle Path: Beyond Liberal Multiculturalism and Its Contribution to the SDGs in the Indonesian Muslim Majority Context
Objective: Assess the limitations of the liberal and theological multicultural education paradigm and formulate an alternative framework that is able to bridge the two in the context of a majority Muslim society such as Indonesia. Theoretical framework: Integrating critical multicultural education with Religious Studies as a non-confessional, phenomenological, and dialogical approach that serves as a bridge between secular relativism and theological absolutism. Literature review: Based on an interdisciplinary literature review in multicultural education, religious education, and educational philosophy that highlights criticism of liberal and theological paradigms. Method: Using a qualitative approach with philosophical and conceptual design through literature studies and expert interviews to strengthen theoretical analysis. Results: The liberal paradigm tends to marginalize religion to the private sphere, while the theological paradigm is exclusive and less dialogical. Alternatively, Religious Multicultural Education is proposed as a middle ground approach that emphasizes epistemic plurality and interreligious dialogue. Implications: Contribute to the development of more inclusive education policies and curricula in a religiously plural society that faces tensions between secular and confessional models. Novelty: It lies in the synthesis between multicultural education and Religious Studies that produces a new model that is contextual, dialogical, and transcends the existing paradigm dichotomy.
Copyright (c) 2026 Erham Budi Wiranto, Waston, Mohamad Ali, Andri Nirwana, Wachidi, Saif Uddin Ahmed Khondoker, Siswanto Masruri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Internalizing Character Values through Islamic Religious Education: A Holistic Approach toward Sustainable Quality Education
Objective: Analyze a holistic approach to internalizing character values in IRE students and formulate a madrass-based integrative model that supports SDG 4. Focus on conceptualization, implementation, the role of teachers, and their impact on student behavior. Theoretical framework: Based on Islamic character education theory, a holistic approach, and a continuous education paradigm. Internalization of values is understood as a pedagogical, cultural, and spiritual process that is integrated in the madrasah ecosystem. Literature review: The literature emphasizes the importance of integrating curriculum, teacher examples, and school culture in character education. The holistic approach is considered effective in building the affective and spiritual dimensions of students in a sustainable manner. Methods: Using a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed with Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña interactive models and triangulation. Results: A holistic approach is implemented through the integration of the IRE curriculum, teacher example, religious habituation, strengthening madrasah culture, and social activities that form a sustainable moral ecosystem. IRE teachers act as exemplary agents as well as spiritual companions. This approach has a significant impact on improving students' discipline, religiosity, responsibility, and social concern. Implications: To make a practical contribution to the sustainable development of madrasah character education. Theoretically, it strengthens the integration of Islamic education and the global quality education agenda. Novelty: Offers an integrative conceptual model that systematically blends pedagogic, cultural, and spiritual dimensions. This model enriches the development of madrass-based character education within the framework of sustainability.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rifaldi Wiranata, Ely Surayya, Rauf Adeola Lateef https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
An Ecological Approach to CSA Prevention: Integrating Bronfenbrenner’s Theory with Islamic Morals and SDGs 4, 5, and 16
Objective: This study examined adults’ attitudes toward body safety education and sexual harassment awareness as two separate concepts in early childhood on CSA prevention, and the provision of these concepts through stories that align with Islamic principles and contribute to SDGs 4, 5, and 16. Theoretical framework: This study is grounded in four levels of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory by exploring the five dimensions that contribute to CSA prevention. Literature review: Most global stories on CSA prevention lack cultural adaptation for Eastern and Islamic communities. This study addresses the gap by focusing on integrating Islamic morals. Methods: This study is a mixed-methods descriptive cross-sectional study. In November 2025, data were collected online (N = 338) in Egypt, Indonesia and other nations utilising a 28-item structured questionnaire on a 5-point Likert scale and an optional open-ended question. Quantitative data were analysed using Jamovi and JASP Software for descriptive and inferential statistics, and qualitative data were analysed using thematic analysis. Results: The findings reveal that 87% (N = 294) of participants agree and strongly agree with the six factors that enhance the prevention of CSA. Qualitative data assessed on shared responsibility,18.40%, and integration of Islamic morals, 6.30%. Implications: This study highlights the capability of future story-based interventions to align with the Islamic perspective and global frameworks like SDGs to enhance child protection. Novelty: This study highlights the operationalisation of Bronfenbrenner’s theory to design Islamic stories as a CSA prevention in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hend Abdulrahman Mubarak, Sri Marmoah, Moh. Salimi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Payment Gateways, Green Financing, and Sustainability Innovation in Islamic Economics for MSMEs and SDGs
Objective: This study aims to examine the integration of payment gateways, green financing, and sustainability innovation in improving MSME performance, while exploring their contribution to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to inclusive economic growth and sustainable business practices. Theoretical framework: This research is grounded in the perspective of sustainable development and digital financial innovation, which views digital payment systems, environmentally responsible financing, and sustainability-driven innovation as key elements in enhancing MSME competitiveness and resilience. This framework is linked to the SDGs agenda, particularly goals related to decent work and economic growth, responsible consumption and production, and partnerships for sustainable development. Literature review: Previous studies have highlighted the important role of digital financial technology in improving transaction efficiency and financial inclusion for MSMEs. Other studies emphasize the significance of green financing in supporting environmentally responsible business activities, as well as the role of sustainability innovation in strengthening business competitiveness and long-term resilience in the global economy. Method: This study employs a quantitative research approach using survey data collected from MSME owners and managers. The analysis focuses on examining the relationships between payment gateway adoption, green financing access, sustainability innovation, and MSME performance through statistical modeling techniques to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the proposed research model. Results: The findings indicate that payment gateway adoption, green financing, and sustainability innovation positively influence MSME performance. Digital payment systems improve transaction efficiency and market accessibility, green financing supports environmentally sustainable business investments, and sustainability innovation enhances product competitiveness and long-term business sustainability. These elements collectively contribute to strengthening MSME development in line with the SDGs agenda. Therefore, integrating digital financial technology, green financing, and sustainability innovation within an Islamic economic framework may provide a holistic approach to improving MSME performance. Implications: This research highlights the importance of integrating digital financial technology, sustainable financing, and innovation in MSME development strategies. The findings also support policy initiatives aimed at improving digital infrastructure, expanding access to green financing, and promoting sustainability-oriented business practices to strengthen MSME competitiveness while supporting the SDGs agenda. Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in the integration of payment gateways, green financing, and sustainability innovation within a comprehensive analytical framework to examine their combined impact on MSME performance while linking MSME development with the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sisca Dian Rahmawati, Nur Rahmawati; Moenawar Kholil; Qisthoni Permatasari; Yuliana Subastine, Mohammad Firdaus Mohammad Hatta https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Empowering MSMEs in Indonesia through Sustainable Cash Waqf: Strategic Solutions Aligned with the SDGs
Objective: This study investigates the strategic optimization of cash waqf as an alternative Islamic social finance instrument to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia within the framework of SDGs-oriented sustainable economic development. Theoretical framework: The study is framed within Islamic social finance theory, particularly cash waqf as a productive and sustainable instrument, combined with principles of institutional performance, trust-based governance, and MSME empowerment in a digital economy context supporting SDGs achievement. Literature review: The literature review discusses cash waqf as an Islamic social finance instrument for MSME empowerment, human capital development, and motivation in cash waqf management associated with SDGs implementation and inclusive economic growth. Methods: This research employs the Analytic Network Process (ANP) methodology to analyze interdependencies among strategic factors. Data were obtained from Kedai Wakaf MUI North Sumatra and Dompet Dhuafa Indonesia, supported by expert judgments from seven respondents representing practitioners and scholars in waqf and Islamic economics. Results: The results indicate that human resource development particularly motivation outweighs technical skills as the most critical internal solution. Marketing capabilities, especially product creativity and digital engagement, are also essential. Total sales are prioritized over profit margins as performance indicators. In increasing waqf collection, public awareness raising is slightly more influential than socialization. Externally, trust driven by transparency and accountability emerges as the primary concern, followed by economic factors and government policy support with sustainable funding aligned with SDGs priorities. Implications: These findings suggest that optimizing cash waqf for MSME empowerment requires an integrated, data-driven strategy that strengthens internal capacity, enhances digital marketing, ensures transparent governance, and aligns with supportive public policies for SDGs sustainability. Novelty: This study contributes novelty by empirically applying the ANP approach to prioritize internal and external strategic factors in cash waqf-based MSME empowerment, offering a structured decision-making perspective that integrates human resources, digital marketing, trust, policy dimensions, and SDGs-oriented Islamic social finance development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rizal Agus, Enny Segarahati Barus, Amrin, Mukhtasar, Muhamad Noor Baihaqi bin Mokhtar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Belabaja Philosophy in Realizing Sustainable Peace: A Phenomenological Study of the Galiau Watang Lema Traditional Alliance in Alor Regency
Objective: This study aims to understand and analyze the meaning of the Belabaja philosophy in realizing sustainable peace in the Galiau Watang Lema Traditional Alliance community in Alor Regency. The object of the study focuses on the practice, values, and meaning of the Belabaja ritual as a customary mechanism in reconciling social conflicts and forming the collective identity of the Alor-Pantar coastal community. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework of this study is based on sociological conflict theory and symbolic interactionism, which views conflict as an inherent part of social dynamics. Literature review: The literature review discusses social conflict as an inherent social process within plural societies and highlights the importance of local wisdom in conflict resolution and reconciliation. Previous studies on customary law, ritual-based reconciliation. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with traditional and community leaders, and documentation of traditional practices, then analyzed qualitatively to capture the lived experiences and social meanings attached to the Bela Baja ritual. Results: The results of the study indicate that Belabaja functions as a traditional oath ritual that transforms subjective awareness of solidarity into objective awareness of social brotherhood, thus effectively preventing recurring conflicts and strengthening social cohesion across groups. Implications: The implications of this study confirm that the integration of local wisdom such as Belabaja contributes to the achievement of SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Resilient Institutions) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Communities). Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in the phenomenological analysis of Belabaja as a foundation for sustainable peace and collective identity in the traditional alliance system
Copyright (c) 2026 Syarifuddin Darajad, Anifin, Muhammad Abdullah, Darma Nobisa, Gozali, Alfi Raihanah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Youth Conflict Reconciliation in the Social Dynamics of Mountain-Coastal Communities: A Sustainable Peace Framework for the SDGs in Kalabahi Alor
Objective: This study aims to analyze the dynamics of social conflict between youth and the conflict reconciliation process in the context of mountain-coastal communities in Kalabahi, Alor Regency. This study focuses on understanding how conflicts are formed, developed, and resolved through social mechanisms based on local wisdom. Theoretical Framework: This study uses the perspective of Conflict Sociology and Conflict Transformation which views conflict as a social phenomenon that not only needs to be resolved, but also transformed into a force in building sustainable social cohesion. Literature Review: Youth social conflict from the perspective of local social dynamics, conflict reconciliation as a socio-cultural mechanism and social dynamics of mountains and coasts in the framework of traditional alliances. Method: This study uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological type to explore the subjective experiences of youth and communities involved in the conflict. Data collection techniques were carried out through triangulation, including observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, which were analyzed using qualitative data analysis techniques. Results: The findings indicate that inter-youth conflict is influenced by social identity factors, historical memory, and the weak role of formal institutions. Conflict reconciliation can be carried out by identifying the roots of the conflict and integrating legal and cultural approaches in a sustainable manner through collaboration between local governments, security forces, and community leaders. Local wisdom mechanisms such as cross-alliance kinship relations, customary deliberations, and socio-cultural practices have proven effective in rebuilding trust and social cohesion. Implications: Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 16) in building inclusive and sustainable youth conflict reconciliation through the synergy of customary institutions and formal institutions. Novelty: Developing a reconciliation model based on mountain-coastal dynamics in a contextual and adaptive Conflict Transformation perspective.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ahmad Atang, Syarifuddin Darajad, Muhammad Abdullah, Muhammad Ardi Firdiansyah, Shofia Adzkia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Sufism and Sustainable Mental Well-Being: A Psychospiritual Approach to Inner Peace
Objective: This study examines the psychospiritual dimensions of Sufism and their relationship to sustainable mental well-being and inner peace through the integration of nafs, qalb, and ruh. The study also highlights the relevance of Sufism to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 concerning Good Health and Well-Being. Theoretical framework: Sufism views humans as multidimensional beings consisting of nafs (soul/self), qalb (heart), and ruh (spirit). The balance among these dimensions is essential for achieving emotional stability and inner peace through tazkiyatun nafs (purification of the soul). Literature review: Previous studies on Sufism, Islamic psychology, and mental health indicate that spiritual practices such as dhikr, muraqabah, and muhasabah contribute to emotional regulation, anxiety reduction, and psychological well-being. Method: This study employed a qualitative approach using a systematic literature review. Data were collected from books, journals, and scholarly publications related to Sufism, Islamic psychology, and mental health, then analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Results: The findings show that imbalance among nafs, qalb, and ruh may lead to anxiety, emotional instability, and inner conflict. In contrast, practices such as dhikr, muraqabah, muhasabah, and tawakkal support emotional regulation, self-awareness, resilience, and inner peace. Implications: This study demonstrates that Sufism offers a holistic psychospiritual framework for promoting sustainable mental well-being through the integration of psychological and spiritual dimensions. Novelty: The novelty of this study lies in integrating classical Sufi concepts with modern psychological perspectives to formulate a psychospiritual model of sustainable mental well-being.
Copyright (c) 2026 Siti Aisah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Concept of Value Education in the Digital Era: A Systematic Literature Review toward Sustainable Development Goals
Objective: This study aims to examine the main developments and emerging issues in value education in the digital era, particularly the role of technology in shaping students’ moral and character development. Theoretical framework: This research is grounded in the concepts of value education, digital literacy, and technology integration in learning, emphasizing the role of teachers, educational policies, and technological systems in fostering character formation. Literature review: The literature review includes 154 scientific publications for the period 2022–2024 that review the relationship between technology and value education, in order to identify trends and relationships between developing concepts. Method: This study employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, analyzing 154 scientific publications indexed in Scopus from 2022 to 2024. VOSviewer was used to identify research trends, map conceptual relationships, and analyze thematic clusters. Results: The findings reveal five main interconnected clusters: digital literacy, teacher roles, educational policies, educational technology systems, and character education. The system cluster highlights the role of technology in improving learning effectiveness and governance, while the policy cluster emphasizes the importance of adaptive and sustainable educational strategies. The teacher and digital literacy clusters demonstrate the central role of educators in integrating moral values into digital learning environments. Meanwhile, the character education cluster focuses on developing values such as responsibility, empathy, and integrity in the digital context. Implications: This study supports adaptive and inclusive value-based education aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Novelty: This study offers a bibliometric mapping of value education in the digital era based on Scopus data.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Alfi Syahrin, Waston, Mohamad Ali, Mowafg Masuwd, Andri Nirwana, Benny Prasetiya https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Digital Learning Strategies in the HARMONII Program: Advancing SDGs for ASEAN Students
Objectives: This study aims to analyze the implementation of the HARMONII digital learning program as a short-term international online course. The research focus includes the design, process, and learning outcomes of participants. In addition, the study assesses its impact on digital literacy, cross-cultural competence, and 21st century skills. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework includes the digital transformation of education, technology-based collaborative learning, 21st century competencies, and inclusive education aligned with the SDGs. Literature review: A literature review discusses international online learning, digital literacy, cross-cultural collaboration, and the contribution of education to equitable global access and sustainable development. Methods: The research uses descriptive qualitative methods through interviews, FGDs, and observations to analyze the design, process, and results of the HARMONII program. Results: Results show that the integration of synchronous learning (Zoom), asynchronous (LMS), and informal communication (WhatsApp) creates a collaborative learning environment. The program improves digital literacy, cross-cultural competence, and participants' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition, the program contributes to the achievement of the SDGs through more inclusive access to international education. Implications: Short-term online programs can be a scalable model for improving educational inclusivity, global cooperation, and the integration of digital strategies in higher education. Novelty: The novelty lies in a short-term digital-based international program model that combines moderate Islamic values, global collaboration, and contribution to the SDGs in an integrated manner.
Copyright (c) 2026 Warsiyah Warsiyah, Nailil Muna , Muna Yastuti Madrah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Location of Hajj Dam Slaughter in the Thematic Exegesis of Al-Tabari: Normative Rulings, Modern Ihsar, and SDGs Perspectives
Objective: This study examines Qur’anic verses concerning the location of hadyu by analyzing al-Ṭabarī’s exegetical framework to clarify the relationship between the normative ruling that designates the Ḥaram as the required site of slaughter and the legitimate exceptions concerning slaughter locations. Theoretical framework: The analysis employs the al-tafsīr al-mawḍūʿī al-wajīz model as articulated by al-Farmawī and Fathullāh Saʿīd, with al-Ṭabarī’s tafsīr serving as the primary exegetical source for interpretive data. This framework integrates the systematic compilation of relevant verses, historical–contextual examination, munāsabah, ḥadīth corroboration, and a comprehensive integrative analysis, while engaging contemporary perspectives related to SDG 3, SDG 12, and SDG 16. Literature review: Contemporary studies predominantly engage with issues of digitalized dam payments, hajj services, and regulatory reforms, yet none have addressed the question of slaughter location through a concise thematic exegesis constrained within the authoritative boundaries of al-Ṭabarī’s tafsīr. Methods: A qualitative–descriptive approach aligned with thematic exegesis guides the data compilation, analytical sequencing, and interpretive techniques used throughout the study. Results: Al-Ṭabarī identifies two conditions governing the location of hadyu slaughter: under normal circumstances, sacrificial rites are performed within the Ḥaram, as established in QS al-Mā’idah: 95, QS al-Ḥajj: 33, and Ibn Mājah (4/238); under exceptional circumstances of iḥṣār, the slaughter is carried out at the site of obstruction. Implications: These findings support the permissibility of dam slaughter outside the Ḥaram within the framework of “modern iḥṣār,” including public health risks from mass slaughter (SDG 3), inefficiencies and waste in sacrificial logistics (SDG 12), and governance constraints in pilgrimage management (SDG 16), as analogically reflected in QS al-Baqarah: 196 and QS al-Fatḥ: 25. Novelty: Slaughtering outside the Ḥaram is not an equivalent alternative to the normative rule but a valid and scripturally grounded option in specific circumstances (classic or modern iḥṣār).
Copyright (c) 2026 Miftah Khilmi Hidayatulloh, Niki Alma Febriana Fauzi, Qaem Aulassyahied, Kholil Muttaqin, Muhammad Satria Ibrahim, Muhammad Rasyid Ridho Pasisang https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Strengthening Moderate Character and Inclusivity: Integrating Religious Moderation Values in Akidah Akhlak Learning for SDGs
Objective: This study aims to comprehensively analyze the strategy of integrating religious moderation values in the learning of Akidah Akhlak and examine its impact on the formation of the character of students who are tolerant, inclusive, and with noble morals in the context of a pluralistic society in Indonesia. Theoretical framework: This study uses the concept of religious moderation, which includes tolerance, justice, balance, and national commitment associated with character education, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 4 and SDG 16. Literature review: A literature review discusses the importance of religious moderation, the phenomenon of intolerance in the younger generation, and the role of moral faith education in shaping moderate character. Methods: The method used is a qualitative literature study with thematic content analysis supported by secondary quantitative data from national surveys. Results: The results of the study show that the systematic integration of religious moderation values through a multidimensional pedagogical approach has significant potential in improving the moderate and inclusive attitude of students. The main supporting factors include teacher professionalism, institutional commitment, and a conducive school environment, while the main challenges stem from the influence of external discourse outside the school and limited resources. Implications: This study emphasizes the importance of integrating religious moderation to prevent radicalism and strengthen social cohesion. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in a comprehensive data-based pedagogical approach to learning Akidah Akhlak.
Copyright (c) 2026 Najamudin, Muhamad Abduh, Surahman Hidayat https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Readiness of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Utilizing Artificial Intelligence at SMPN 1 Salatiga to Support SDGs in Education
Purpose: The purpose of this research is to examine the level of readiness among Islamic Religious Education (IRE) teachers in employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the instructional process and to explore the challenges associated with integrating AI into IRE teaching at SMPN 1 Salatiga. This study is conducted in alignment with the pursuit of quality education as outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Theoretical Framework: The research is based on Maddox’s (2000) theory of teacher readiness, which includes three main dimensions. This framework was employed to assess the extent to which IRE teachers are prepared to utilize AI technology in the learning process and to relate it to Islamic values. Literature Review: This study reviews previous findings concerning AI utilization in education, teacher readiness theory, and the incorporation of AI within Islamic educational contexts. However, studies that specifically examine teachers’ readiness for AI in the context of Islamic educational institutions remain limited. Method: This study employed a qualitative descriptive design, with data collected through on-site school observations, semi-structured interviews involving the principal, IRE teachers, and two students, as well as document analysis of pertinent IRE teaching materials. To enhance the credibility and depth of the results, a triangulation method was implemented to obtain a comprehensive perspective on the phenomenon under investigation. Results: The results indicate that IRE teachers demonstrate a high level of readiness in utilizing AI technology, encompassing cognitive, emotional–attitudinal, and behavioral aspects. Nevertheless, several challenges remain, including limited facilities, low digital literacy, unequal access to technology, information bias, and AI-generated content inconsistencies with Islamic values. Implications: This study provides valuable implications for educators and policymakers by emphasizing the importance of readiness in implementing AI-based learning, particularly in IRE instruction. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in its focus on analyzing the readiness of IRE teachers in utilizing AI, emphasizing Islamic values and the goals of sustainable education. It highlights the ethical and spiritual dimensions of IRE teachers in responding to digital transformation and offers a new perspective on balancing technological competence with moral–spiritual responsibility in AI-based learning.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hamzah Yusuf Rifa'i, Mudzakaroh Nur Hasanah, Purnomo, Syukri Hidayah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0