Kawanua International Journal of Multicultural Studies

Implementation of the Concept of Islamic Economic Equilibrium in Tagangser Laok Village: Between Spiritual Aspects and Community Welfare

Desi Endang Maisuri, Faridatul Jannah, R. Agoes Kamaroellah — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research examines the implementation of tawazun (equilibrium) principles in Islamic economics in Tagangser Laok Village, Waru District, Pamekasan Regency, Indonesia, to understand how rural communities balance material prosperity with spiritual values in their daily economic activities. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with traders, farmers, religious leaders, and small business owners, along with participant observation and document analysis. Findings reveal that the community has internalized tawazun values as foundational to economic behavior, understanding equilibrium as balancing income-earning with religious obligations. A religious leader articulated: "Seeking sustenance must be halal, and one must not neglect worship; otherwise, life is considered unbalanced." This principle manifests concretely in economic practices: traders prioritize honesty despite reduced profits ("If one is honest, even though profit is small, sustenance is more blessed"), farmers practice mutual assistance during hardship ("If a neighbor is in difficulty, we help each other"), and systematic management of zakat and infaq redistributes wealth within the community. The implementation of tawazun generates dual outcomes: enhanced economic welfare through ethical trading and reciprocal support networks, and strengthened spiritual tranquility through alignment of economic activity with religious values. As one business owner reflected: "Income may not be large, but the heart is at peace; that is what we feel as prosperous." Economic relationships become more harmonious, and conflicts are minimized. This study demonstrates that Islamic economic principles can effectively serve as a foundation for equitable, sustainable rural development, offering insights for multicultural societies seeking value-based economic models that balance the material and spiritual dimensions of human welfare.

Systematic Literature Review: Gamification in Educational Media for Islamic Schools (2015-2025)

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This systematic literature review synthesizes research on gamification in educational media for Islamic education conducted between 2015 and 2025. Using PRISMA guidelines, 32 peer-reviewed studies were selected from 112 records, comprising 14 quantitative studies (including 6 quasi-experimental and 2 controlled designs), 11 qualitative or design-based studies, and 7 review or mixed-method studies. Most research was conducted in Islamic primary and secondary schools, with limited evidence from Islamic higher-education institutions. Overall, the majority of studies report increased student engagement and learning motivation following the integration of gamification elements such as points, badges, leaderboards, levels, and interactive quizzes. Evidence on academic and religious learning outcomes is more mixed: several experimental studies show moderate improvements in test scores, Quranic literacy, or language learning, while others report no significant gains beyond motivation. Gamification implementations are largely mechanics-driven and commonly supported by instructional design models such as ADDIE, with few frameworks explicitly tailored to Islamic educational values. Recurring challenges include limited digital infrastructure, insufficient teacher training, curriculum alignment constraints, and concerns regarding cultural and religious appropriateness. The review concludes that gamification is effective for enhancing engagement in Islamic education, but its impact on learning outcomes remains context-dependent.

Executing Hadhanah Decisions in Indonesia’s Religious Courts: Islamic Legal Principles, Child Welfare, and Multicultural Challenges

Viorizza Suciani Putri, Yassine Chami — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:44:21 +0000

This article examines the execution of hadhanah (child custody) decisions in Indonesia’s Religious Courts, focusing on the interaction between Islamic legal principles, child welfare considerations, and multicultural social realities. Using a normative-qualitative approach, the study analyzes statutory regulations, judicial decisions, and relevant Islamic legal doctrines to identify challenges in implementing hadhanah rulings after divorce. The findings reveal that although Religious Courts consistently prioritize the principle of the best interests of the child, the execution of custody decisions often encounters obstacles, including parental resistance, socio-cultural norms, and limited enforcement mechanisms. Multicultural contexts—such as differing religious interpretations, family structures, and local customs—further complicate the effective realization of judicial decisions. The study argues that the gap between normative legal ideals and practical enforcement undermines child protection and legal certainty. It proposes strengthening judicial discretion, enhancing mediation mechanisms, and integrating child-centered and culturally sensitive approaches into hadhanah execution. This article contributes to the discourse on Islamic family law by highlighting the need for a more responsive and welfare-oriented framework in implementing custody decisions within Indonesia’s plural legal and social landscape

Islamic Legal Philosophy as a Framework for Legal Reform in Multicultural Societies

Nasruddin Yusuf — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Studies on the philosophy of Islamic law often remain descriptive-normative and repetitive, offering limited guidance for reform in lived legal settings. In Indonesia's multicultural and legally plural society - where state law, Islamic norms, and local adat interact - this gap becomes more consequential, because reform must sustain religious legitimacy while remaining socially workable across diverse communities. This article argues that Islamic legal philosophy can function as a systematic paradigm for Islamic legal reform when articulated through three dimensions: first, an ontological dimension that frames Islamic law as rooted in revelation and enlivened by reason; second, an epistemological dimension that explains lawful discovery through istinbat and istitdal, including the use of maqasid al-shariah and maslahah to engage new issues; and third, an axiological dimension that orients reform toward justice, balance, and prosperity as public goods. With this framework, reform can be pursued methodically: grounded in revelation, methodologically valid, and responsive to contemporary multicultural realities. The article thus positions Islamic legal philosophy not as abstract discourse, but as a practical foundation for consistent and context-sensitive renewal.