Batuthah: Jurnal Sejarah Padaban Islam

Ulama Networks And The Development Of The Syattariyah Sufi Order In Sumatra The Seventeenth To The Twenty-First Century

2025-09-10T10:00:07+00:00

The Syattariyah Sufi order is one of the tariqas that played an important role in the development of Islam in Sumatra through networks of scholars and intellectual traditions. Syattariyah scholars functioned not only as practitioners of Sufism, but also as agents of da‘wah, community leaders, and guardians of local intellectual heritage. This study aims to analyze how scholarly networks shaped, strengthened, and reproduced the continuity of the order in Sumatra through teacher disciple relationships, the transmission of knowledge, and socio-religious roles. The method employed is a qualitative-historical approach with library research on Sufi manuscripts, genealogical chains of transmission (sanad), scholarly works, and academic literature. The findings show that the Syattariyah order developed as a regional network of scholars connecting Aceh, Minangkabau, and Palembang through traditional educational institutions, the circulation of manuscripts, and the legitimation of spiritual lineage. This article emphasizes the uniqueness of the Syattariyah order as an institutionalized socio-intellectual system that is adaptive to colonialism and modernity, and remains relevant in shaping local Islamic identity into the contemporary period.

The History, Development, and Challenges of Pencak Silat Pagar Nusa Cimande Style in Trenggalek 1986-2000

2026-01-21T04:00:36+00:00

The establishment of Pagar Nusa by Gus Malik in 1986 was motivated by the increasing rate of juvenile delinquency and the absence of a pesantren-based martial arts organization in the Trenggalek area. This study discusses the history and development of the Cimande style of Pencak Silat Pagar Nusa in Panggul District, Trenggalek Regency, during the period 1986-2000. This study develops two focus areas, namely, the history and development of the Cimande style of Pencak Silat Pagar Nusa in Panggul, and the challenges faced in its development process. The method used is historical research through the stages of topic selection, heuristics, verification, interpretation, and historiography. The results of the study show that the Cimande style of Pagar Nusa experienced rapid development under the leadership of Mbah Djuriyat, both in terms of the number of members and the expansion of training areas. However, this school maintains challenges in the form of social stigma and competition with other silat schools that have already developed in Trenggalek. This condition requires continuous efforts to build a positive identity and image in the community.

Mathematics In The Era Of The Abbasid Dynasty: Al-Khawarizmi’s Contribution To The Development Of Modern Mathematical Thought In Baghdad 780-850 CE

2026-01-09T03:22:23+00:00

The development of knowledge during the Abbasid Caliphate marked the emergence of the Islamic Golden Age, supported by political and institutional backing for intellectual activities. In this context, mathematics flourished through processes of translation, synthesis, and innovation, reaching its peak in the works of Al-Khawarizmi. This study examines the historical dynamics of the development of mathematics during the Abbasid Caliphate, focusing its analysis on Al-Khawarizmi’s intellectual contributions. The research employs the historical method with a descriptive-analytical approach through literature-based data collection techniques. The research procedures include heuristics, interpretation, and synthesis of various sources discussing the development of algebra, arithmetic, and algorithms during that period. The findings indicate that Al-Khawarizmi made significant contributions to the systematic formulation of algebraic concepts, the introduction of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system, and the development of algorithmic methods that later became foundational to modern computer science. With the support of the Abbasid caliphs, particularly through the House of Wisdom in Baghdad, mathematics advanced rapidly and had a profound impact on Islamic civilization as well as the wider world.

Javanese-Arabic Social Harmonization In The Development Of The Pekalongan Grand Mosque Architecture 1852-1933

2026-01-21T18:20:17+00:00

The dynamics of cultural interaction along the northern coast of Java in the 19th to early 20th centuries, particularly in the region of Pekalongan, created an intensive meeting space between Jsavanese and Arab communities that shaped a distinctive socio-religious structure. This harmony was reflected in religious practices, trade networks, and the architectural development of the Grand Mosque of Pekalongan from 1852 to 1933. This research aims to answer how the process of Javanese-Arab cultural acculturation occurred and how social harmonization was reflected in the architectural development of the Grand Mosque of Pekalongan. The historical method was employed through the stages of heuristics, source criticism, interpretation, and historiography, supported by literature studies and interviews. The analysis is based on theories of acculturation, material culture, and cultural agency to interpret architectural changes as representations of social practices and identity negotiation. The findings indicate that the Grand Mosque of Pekalongan is the oldest and largest mosque in the Pekalongan region. It was established in 1852 by the Regent of Pekalongan, Raden Ario Wiryo Tumenggung Adinegoro. In its early period, the mosque displayed a distinctly Javanese architectural style, reflected in its layout within the governmental center of Pekalongan based on the philosophy of Catur Gatra Tunggal, as well as in its structural form representing traditional Javanese architecture. Over time, the Grand Mosque of Pekalongan underwent architectural transformations characterized by the acculturation of Javanese and Arab elements. This acculturation process occurred as a result of intense social interaction and external cultural influences, particularly from the Arab community in Pekalongan. The outcome of this Javanese-Arab acculturation positioned the Grand Mosque of Pekalongan not only as a center of worship but also as a symbol of social harmony within the surrounding community.