Journal of Islamic Studies, Prince of Songkla University

Sale of Utility Bills for Cash by Islamic Principles

2025-01-21T14:33:52+07:00

Objectives: 1) To study the transaction of selling utility bills for cash according to Islamic principles. 2) To study debt trading according to Islamic law.

Methodology: Document Analysis was employed to analyze relevant documents. The study also examined transaction models in detail through Case Study methodology and investigated real cases in the present day for their transaction types, processes and involved parties. The findings were then compared with Islamic principles through Content Analysis, which systematically organizes and interprets the collected data to determine whether these practices are prohibited or according to Islamic principles.

Research Findings: show that trading utility bills for cash is forbidden according to Islamic principles. It involves selling debt at a discount and is related to Riba al-Fadl.

Contributions: Make those who believe in Islam understand the decision of Islamic principles regarding this transaction avoid and not be involved in such transactions.

Analyzing Muhammad (SAW)’s Expedition in Mawlid al-Barzanjī Through Wilhelm Dilthey’s Hermeneutic Approach.

2025-02-25T09:24:09+07:00

Objectives: The research aimed to analyze the contents of Mawlid al-Barzanjī about Muhammad (SAW)’s expedition as Prophet and an Apostle to the universe, using Wilhelm Dilthey's hermeneutics theory. The study analyzed three concepts of Dilthey’s approach in Mawlid al-Barzanjī: erlebnis, ausdruck and verstehen.

Methodology: Qualitative descriptive research that uses literary study. The primary data was sourced from a Prose of Mawlid al-Barzanjī by Sayyid Ja’far, especially the 12^th topic, the secondary data from several references about Dilthey’s hermeneutic, Mawlid al-Barzanjī, and the of Prophet’s history. The data was collected with the documentation technique.

Research Findings: Three concepts of Dilthey’s approach in Mawlid al-Barzanjī were found: 1), The erlebnis concept indicated a deep relation between the biography of prose’s author and the history of prose. Second, the ausdruck concept showed the beautiful stylistic words, phrases, and senteces that expressed what the author intended through the verses of Mawlid. Third, the verstehen concept demonstrated the differences in time, the process, and the duties of Prophet's expedition between his being a prophet and an apostle.

Contributions: This study contributes to the Arabic literature corpus with Dilthey's hermeneutics theory. In addition, considering that Indonesia is a country with a Muslim majority, this information can be used by Muslims in Indonesia and even in other countries also by historians to expand the study of the history of Muhammad SAW and then emulate every process of his life in carrying out his duties as Allah's caliph on earth.

The Role of Shari’ah Advisors in Overseeing Islamic Cooperatives in Thailand: A View from Cooperatives’ Management

2025-03-10T15:14:40+07:00

Objective: This research aims to evaluate the role of Shari’ah advisors in Islamic cooperatives in Thailand using the frameworks of Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB).

Methodology: This qualitative research studied 13 Islamic cooperatives across six provinces, comprising five large, three medium, and five small cooperatives, through in-depth interviews with 25 key informants.

Research Findings: The study found that cooperative size significantly affects Shari’ah advisors’ structure and effectiveness. Large cooperatives have formal systems but may lack independence, medium-sized cooperatives offer flexibility but face coordination challenges, and small cooperatives have resource limitations but benefit from external advisors' neutral perspectives. Common challenges include the lack of a clear legal framework, absence of formal Shari’ah audit systems, varying compensation structures, and difficulties in integrating Shari’ah governance principles with existing cooperative governance guidelines.

Contributions: The findings can be applied to develop legal frameworks and governance guidelines suitable for Thailand's context, as well as establish operational standards for Islamic cooperatives that align with their size and available resources.

Developing a Mechanism of Cooperation between Networks through the Shura Process for Taluban Municipality to Learning City

2025-02-23T13:02:08+07:00

Objectives: This study aimed to develop a Shura-based collaboration mechanism, design an urban plan integrating physical structure, accessibility, spatial use, network areas, and social context, and implement and evaluate stakeholder collaboration within Taluban Municipality, Pattani Province.

Methodology: The study employed purposive sampling to select 34 key informants from government, education, business, and community sectors in Taluban Municipality, all with at least five years of relevant experience. Data was collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, and analyzed using descriptive and content analysis.

Research Findings: The study identified six key elements in the Shura-based collaboration mechanism: leader selection, planning, admonition, systemization, responsibility allocation, and inspection. It also developed a City Atlas for Taluban Municipality as a learning city, addressing physical, spatial, and social dimensions. Four network groups—local government, education sector, private sector, and civil society—played distinct roles in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the mechanism according to their contexts and responsibilities.

Contributions: The municipality was able to develop a collaborative mechanism among networks using the "Shura" process to effectively drive Taluban Municipality towards becoming a learning city, making it tangible and integrating it appropriately with the local context.

Academic Management Innovation of Islamic Private Schools Based on the Concept of Muslim Youth Characteristics for Future Global Society

2024-12-27T11:29:41+07:00

Objectives: This research aims to develop innovations in academic administration of private Islamic schools according to the concept of characteristics of Muslim youth for a future world society.

Methodology: it used a multi-phase mixed methods research, divided into 3 phases. The sample group were: Private Islamic schools in the three southern border provinces, a total of 111 schools. The tools used in the research were 1) assessment forms, 2) questionnaires, and 3) interviews. Data were analyzed by calculating 1) frequency, 2) mean, and 3) standard deviation. 4. necessity confirmatory factor analysis and 5) content analysis.

Research Findings: The results of the research found that academic administration innovation is to enhance the characteristics of Muslim youth for the future global society. It consists of 3 sub-innovations: (1) Innovation in developing a curriculum to enhance the characteristics of Muslim youth for a future global society in learning, thinking, and adapting. 2) Innovation in teaching and learning to enhance the characteristics of Muslim youth for a future global society in thinking, adapting, and learning. (3) Innovation in measurement and evaluation to enhance the characteristics of Muslim youth for a future global society in thinking and learning.

Contributions: Policy-level agencies in the area or educational administrators in the network of private Islamic schools should give importance to applying research results to school administration policy determination in order to develop learners with Muslim youth characteristics for the future global society.

Wasatiyyah: Characteristics, Approaches and Its Application in the Curriculum of the Bachelor of Arts Program in Islamic Studies and Islamic Law, Faculty of Islamic Sciences

2025-02-07T16:11:08+07:00

Objectives: Aimed to study 1) Characteristics of the principles of Wasatiyyah in Islam, and 2) Application of the principles of Wasatiyyah in the curriculum of the Bachelor of Arts Program in Islamic Studies and Islamic Law, Faculty of Islamic Sciences.

Methodology: This study employed a qualitative approach that was documentary study through the analysis of primary sources that included tafsir works by Ibn Kathir, Ibn Al-Arabi, As-Shanqity, and At-Tabari, as well as hadith commentaries by Ibn Hajar (on Al-Bukhari) and Annawawi (on Muslim), and the text of At-Tahawiyah. Additional data were collected from unstructured interviews with selected experts in Wasatiyyah, by purposive sampling method.

Findings: Wasatiyyah was found to be a significant principle in Islam showing about moderation and balance. Wasaṭīyyah consisted of 5 important characteristics. 1) Goodness and nobility 2) Accuracy. 3) Justice and wisdom 4) Convenience and ease of practice 5) Neutrality and balance. Such Wasatiyyah principles had been applied in the Curriculum of the Bachelor of Arts degree, Islamic Studies and Islamic Law, Faculty of Islamic Sciences. Its application was in PLO 7 and PLO 8.

Application of Findings: The qualities of Wasatiyyah could be applied in various curricula, departments, and organizations. Besides that, it could be used in teaching and learning to achieve PLOs and CLOs.

The Ismail Lutfi Japakiya’s Concept of Education on Mu’allim Rabbani

2025-04-25T15:09:11+07:00

Objective: This study aimed at studying Ismail Lutfi Japakiya’s goals of education, educational provision and concept of Mu‘allim Rabbani (Teacher of the Sustainer).

Methodology: The study was qualitative research. Data gained from the documentary study that was focused on the primary documents written by Ismail Lutfi Japakiya himself particularly his works which were relevant to the concept of education, educational model and characteristics of teachers. Main books of focus were Mu‘allim Rabbani, Revelation, Ummat Wahidah (one nation) and Let Be Brothers. Data was analyzed via content analysis and its presentation through descriptive manner.

Research Findings: Lutfi Japakiya’s goals of education aim at knowing Allah, believing in Allah to gain goodness, stable dignity both in this world and hereafter not for gaining worldly benefit. Educational provision should be provided in three forms, namely: listening, understanding and practicing. Besides these, measurement and evaluation need to be practiced contentiously. Regarding Mu‘allim Rabbani, it has the following characteristics: 1) Faham. It means understanding, possessing knowledge and understanding in many fields including knowledge on the Quran, Sunnah and specific areas of knowledge. 2) Characteristics of being the Nabi, namely, Sidq, Tabligh, Fatonah and Amanah. 3) Possessing good Akhlaq, for example, patience, kindness, love, care, responsibility and respecting others. All these characters needed to be possessed by all teachers.

Application: Applying Mu‘allim Rabbani characteristics to be possessed by teachers in every educational institution.

The Teacher Development in Managing Student Project-Based Research Learning for a Private Integrated Islamic Kindergarten

2025-01-17T15:51:46+07:00

Objectives: 1) To study the current state of project-based research learning management. 2) To develop teachers' skills in managing project-based research learning for students. And 3) To assess teachers' satisfaction with the improvement in project-based research learning management for students in a private integrated Islamic kindergarten.

Methodology: This study adopted an action research approach aimed at enhancing teachers’ instructional practices. The sample group consisted of seven teachers. The research was conducted in four stages: planning, action, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through interviews and observations, along with the use of a training manual and a satisfaction questionnaire. Quantitative data were analyzed using percentage, mean, and standard deviation, while qualitative data were examined through descriptive content analysis.

Research Findings: The findings revealed that 1. Most teachers continued to rely on lecture-based instruction and lacked the use of project-based learning activities. School administrators recognized the need to enhance teachers’ skills in planning, implementing, and assessing instruction through a project-based approach. 2. After the training, teachers demonstrated a better understanding and greater ability to apply project-based learning. Post-training scores were significantly higher than pre-training scores, and the quality of lesson plans in the second cycle was improved compared to the first. 3. Teachers reported a high level of satisfaction with the development process, indicating the effectiveness and positive reception of the training.

Contributions: Educational institution administrators in private Islamic school can use the research results to train teachers in learning management, using research-based projects for students to adapt to their own context.

Analysis of Product Readiness of Thai Halal Community Enterprises Products: Investment Opportunity in the Kingdom of Bahrain

2025-05-27T10:59:47+07:00

Objective 1) To survey the needs of Bahraini consumers for Halal Thai Community Enterprise products. 2) To study the readiness of Halal Thai Community Enterprise products for export to the Kingdom of Bahrain. 3) To study the marketing opportunities of Thai Halal Community Enterprise products according to the needs of Bahraini consumers and appropriate strategies for marketing to Bahraini consumers.

Methodology A mixed methods approach was used, with data collected from 400 Bahraini consumers, 50 community enterprises, and 20 Bahraini entrepreneurs through surveys and interviews.

Research findings: 1) The majority of Bahraini consumers (69.5%) purchase Thai halal products in three main categories: food (processed seafood, crispy stone banana), beverages (mulberry juice, local coffee), and herbal products. Thai halal community enterprises meet international standards but need to enhance competitiveness and quality control for the Bahraini market. 2) The readiness of Thai halal community enterprises aligns with global standards, yet improvements are needed in international business competitiveness and strict quality control compliance for the Bahraini market. 3)Leveraging the diversity of local halal products can create a competitive edge and enhance market differentiation.

Contributions: Developing a marketing strategy that is consistent with application can help increase the competitiveness of Thai Halal community enterprises through 4. (1) developing marketing strategies that meet the needs of the Bahraini market, (2) developing networks and distribution channels, (3) adjusting strategies to be in line with Bahrain's halal standards, and (4) creating business partnerships and investments.

Review of the Book “The Guide to Conquering the (Heart) of the Arab”

2024-11-18T22:52:55+07:00

Book author: Dr.Srawut Aree

Publisher: Muslim Studies Center, Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalonkorn University.

Year of Publication: 2024

Book Edition: 1

Number of pages: 183