Mengenal Studi Islam: Dasar-Dasar dan Ruang Lingkupnya #1

Summary

This video introduces the book *Introduction to Islamic Studies*, exploring the definition, scope, objectives, approaches, and methodology of Islamic studies. It explains how Islamic studies examine Islam as a doctrine, cultural phenomenon, and social practice, highlighting both Muslim and non-Muslim perspectives. The video outlines key goals, including understanding core teachings, their historical development, and their application in modern culture. Various approaches—historical, philosophical, scientific, doctrinal, and normative—and methodologies—scientific, diachronic, analytical, empirical, deductive, and inductive—are explained. The host also previews upcoming discussions on Islamic history, from pre-Muhammad times to contemporary developments, emphasizing the importance of seeking knowledge with sincerity and dedication.

Takeaways

• 😀 Islamic Studies,Video script takeaways or Dirasat Al-Islamiyah, is the academic study of Islam and can be interpreted differently depending on one's background and perspective.
• 😀 Muslims study Islamic Studies to deepen understanding and practice of their faith, while non-Muslims study it to understand Islam academically.
• 😀 The objects of Islamic study include Islam as a divine doctrine, a cultural phenomenon, and a social reality within Muslim communities.
• 😀 Islamic teachings are studied both through practical belief and experience, as well as through systematic scientific theories and philosophical analysis.
• 😀 The main goals of Islamic Studies are to understand the essence of Islam, its core teachings, eternal sources, and its role in guiding human culture and civilization.
• 😀 Key approaches in Islamic Studies include historical, philosophical, scientific, doctrinal, and normative perspectives, which together form a unified system.
• 😀 Methods used in Islamic Studies include the scientific method, diachronic/historical method, analytical chronicle, empirical, deductive, and inductive methods.
• 😀 The historical approach analyzes events considering time, place, actors, and context, while the philosophical approach uses systematic and speculative thinking to solve problems.
• 😀 The normative approach focuses on legal and formal aspectsIslamic Studies takeaways of Islam, including halal, haram, and teachings derived from primary texts like the Qur'an and Hadith.
• 😀 Future discussions in the series will cover Islamic history, including the pre-Muhammad period, Prophet Muhammad’s life, early Islamic civilization, major Islamic kingdoms, and contemporary Islam.
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking knowledge consistently and leaving the results to Allah, highlighting that the effort to learn is a key religious duty.

Q & A

What is the title of the book discussed in the video and who published it?

The book is titled 'Introduction to Islamic Studies' and it was published by the Faculty of Usuluddin, Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, in collaboration with CIA (Central of Islamic Epistology) and HIPIUS (Association of Usuluddin Science Enthusiasts).

How is 'Islamic Studies' defined in the video?

Islamic Studies is defined as the study of Islam, which includes understanding its doctrines, cultural manifestations, social interactions, and scholarly theories. The scope and understanding may vary depending on the background of the interpreter.

What are the main objects of study in Islamic Studies according to the video?

The main objects of study are: 1) Islam as a divine doctrine, 2) Islam as a cultural phenomenon, 3) Islam as social interaction, 4) Practice of belief and understanding of Revelation, 5) Scientific theories in Islamic scholarship, 6) Theoretical study or philosophy of Islamic sciences, and 7) The substance of Islamic teachings such as kalam, fiqh, and tasawuf.

What are the primary objectives of Islamic Studies?

The objectives are: to study the essence of Islam and its relationship with other religions and human culture; to understand original teachings and their historical and cultural implementation; to analyze basic sources of Islamic teachings; and to study principles and values to guide modern civilization.

What approaches are used in Islamic Studies?

The approaches include: 1) Historical, 2) Philosophical, 3) Scientific, 4) Doctrinal, and 5) Normative. These approaches are complementary and can be used simultaneously to deepen understanding.

Can you explain the doctrinal approach in Islamic Studies?

The doctrinal approach is used primarily by Muslims and considers Islamic teachings as divine, absolute, and universal truths. It often focuses on teachings from the Salaf period, forming fixed doctrines for theological and legal studies.

What are the key methodologies of Islamic Studies mentioned in the video?

The key methodologies are: 1) Scientific Method, 2) Diachronic Method (historical/sociological), 3) Analytical Chronicle Method, 4) Empirical Method, 5) Deductive Method, and 6) Inductive Method. Each methodology provides a different framework for studying and applying Islamic teachings.

What is the difference between the deductive and inductive methods in Islamic Studies?

The deductive method arranges rules logically and philosophically, applying them to determine Sharia laws in a fixed way. The inductive method starts from specific cases and derives rules, adjusted according to the understanding of different Islamic schools of thought.

What is the significance of studying Islamic history according to the video?

Studying Islamic history helps understand the development of Islamic civilization, the evolution of teachings, and the interaction between religion, society, and culture. It also provides insights into past challenges and achievements to guide contemporary understanding.

What topics will be discussed in the next video according to the speaker?

The next video will cover the history of Islam, including: the pre-Muhammad period, the birth of Prophet Muhammad, his apostleship, the Hijrah and Constitution of Medina, the early expansion of Islam, the fall of Baghdad, major Islamic kingdoms (Ottomans and Fawis), modern and contemporary Islam, Islamic renewal in Egypt and other regions, and Islamic politics.

Why does the speaker emphasize seeking knowledge even if it is not fully understood?

The speaker emphasizes that seeking knowledge is an obligation, and the effort itself is important. Understanding may come later, but fulfilling the duty to learn ensures spiritual and intellectual growth, leaving the results to Allah.