Metode Penelitian Al-Qur'an dan Tafsir | LIVING QUR'AN

Summary

This video explores the concept of 'Living Qur'an' research, focusing on how the Qur'an influences Muslim communities beyond just textual interpretation. It examines four key aspects: oral presentation (recitation), listening, writing (calligraphy), and attitude toward the sacred text. The research looks at how these practices shape social behaviors, cultural expressions, and spiritual life. By using qualitative methods like interviews and surveys, the study aims to understand the Qur'an's dynamic role in daily life, community rituals, and societal responses, highlighting the Qur'an's active, living presence in the modern world.

Takeaways

• 😀 The research of the Qur'an can be categorized into four main forms: Tafsir research (text study), Ulumul Quran (rules and sciences), research on the figure of the interpreter, and research on society's response to the Qur'an.
• 😀 Living Quran research focuses on studying the Qur'an's presence and role in specific Muslim communities, exploring social events related to the Qur'an's function and meaning in everyday life.
• 😀 Living Quran research looks at social phenomena where the Qur'an is practiced or serves as an inspiration for society. Examples include Quran competitions, recitations, and the role of the Qur'an in personal and community life.
• 😀 The research involves four main areas: oral presentation (recitation), hearing (listening to Quranic verses), writing (Islamic calligraphy, written Quranic verses), and attitude (respect for the Qur'an).
• 😀 Oral presentation or recitation studies focus on how the Qur'an is read aloud, often in rhythmic and melodic performances, and its impact on the community, such as Quranic competitions or therapeutic recitations.
• 😀 Hearing studies examine how listening to Quranic verses or other recitations (e.g., Surah Yasin) influences people's emotions or psychological state, such as the calming effect during moments of grief.
• 😀 Writing studies explore the aesthetic and cultural impact of Quranic calligraphy, how it shapes Muslim communities' spiritual experiences, and the use of Quranic verses in amulets and tattoos.
• 😀 Attitude studies analyze the respect and reverence shown by society toward the physical Qur'an, such as the etiquette around handling and reading the Qur'an in various contexts, especially in Islamic educational settings.
• 😀 The importance of Living Quran research lies in understanding how society interprets and interacts with the Qur'an in non-verbal ways—through behavior, cultural practices, and aesthetic expressions—beyond traditional textual interpretation.
• 😀 The research approach is interdisciplinary, combining phenomenology, sociology, anthropology, and social sciences to analyze the social and cultural reception of the Qur'an in contemporary Muslim communities.

Q & A

What is the main focus of Living Quran research?

Living Quran research focuses on understanding how the Quran is lived, understood, and practiced in everyday life by Muslim communities. It studies the impact of the Quran on social events, cultural practices, and community interactions.

What are the four main areas of focus in Living Quran research?

The four main areas are: 1) Oral presentation or recitation, 2) Hearing and listening, 3) Writing (such as Quranic calligraphy and inscriptions), and 4) Attitude (the respect and reverence for the Quran as a sacred text).

How is the Quran's role in oral recitation studied in Living Quran research?

The study of oral recitation focuses on how Quranic verses are voiced, performed melodically, and recited in various contexts like prayer, festivals, or educational settings, such as Quran memorization and recitation competitions.

What role does hearing play in Living Quran research?

Hearing is an important aspect, as it explores how listening to Quranic verses affects individuals and communities. For example, listening to Surah Yasin during funerals may provide emotional or spiritual comfort, and the study could investigate the psychological impact of such practices.

How is Quranic calligraphy relevant to Living Quran research?

Quranic calligraphy is a form of artistic expression that reflects the aesthetic and spiritual value of the Quran. Research in this area examines how calligraphy contributes to the beauty of the Quran and how it is perceived and respected by the community.

What is the significance of the Quran as a physical book in Living Quran research?

The Quran in written form is considered a sacred object by Muslim communities. Living Quran research investigates the societal attitudes and behaviors toward the Quran as a physical book, such as the respect for its sanctity, proper handling, and rituals associated with it.

Why is the Living Quran research method important?

Living Quran research is important because it extends the understanding of the Quran beyond traditional textual interpretation. It encompasses the cultural, social, and aesthetic aspects of Quranic reception and its impact on community life and spiritual practices.

How does Living Quran research contribute to community empowerment?

Living Quran research helps communities understand and optimize their engagement with the Quran. By studying how the Quran influences societal behaviors and practices, it provides insights that can lead to a more informed and respectful interaction with the Quran, supporting the community's spiritual and cultural development.

What is the difference between Living Quran research and traditional Tafsir research?

Traditional Tafsir research focuses on the interpretative understanding of Quranic text, while Living Quran research examines how the Quran is actively lived, practiced, and experienced by communities in daily life, including cultural and social contexts.

How does society's response to Quranic verses factor into Living Quran research?

Living Quran research looks at how society responds to Quranic verses in various contexts, such as the emotional or spiritual effects of Quranic recitations, the role of Quranic verses in rituals, and how different communities interact with the Quran in daily life.