Ahlika: Jurnal Hukum Keluarga dan Hukum Islam
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<p align="justify">Ahlika: Jurnal Hukum Keluarga dan Hukum Islam is a double-blind peer-reviewed journal. This journal publishes research articles, conceptual articles, and book reviews on Islamic family law and Islamic law. It aims to publish articles addressing topics such as law, Islamic law, family regulations, Islamic family law, family studies, Islamic criminal law, customary law, Islamic economic law, Islamic constitutional law, comparative Islamic law, legal anthropology, legal sociology, issues of marriage and gender, as well as the history of Islamic family law and Islamic law. Articles in this journal are published twice a year, in June and December.</p>Yayasan Abdurrauf Cendekia Nusantaraen-USAhlika: Jurnal Hukum Keluarga dan Hukum Islam3063-4601Maslahah Mursalah's Analysis of Women Small Traders in Meeting Household Needs at Sambas Morning Market, West Kalimantan
https://journal.abdurraufinstitute.org/index.php/ahlika/article/view/188
<p>This research discusses the activities of women as small traders in the Sambas Morning Market and their contribution to the household economy from the perspective of maslahah mursalah. The problem raised is the extent to which the economic role of women small traders contributes to meeting household needs and how these activities are reviewed from the perspective of Islamic law, especially the concept of maslahah mursalah. This study uses a qualitative method with a field approach. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and documentation of the activities of women traders in the market. The results of the study show that women small traders make a significant contribution in supporting basic household needs, such as food, children's education, and health. From the point of view of maslahah mursalah, this activity is classified as a form of benefit that does not contradict the provisions of sharia because it brings real benefits, both individually and socially. As long as this trade activity is carried out by holding Islamic values such as honesty, responsibility, and maintaining ethics and self-respect, the existence of women in the informal economic sector can be accepted and justified within the framework of Islamic law.</p> <p><strong>Abstrak:</strong> Penelitian ini membahas aktivitas perempuan sebagai pedagang kecil di Pasar Pagi Sambas dan kontribusinya terhadap ekonomi rumah tangga dalam perspektif maslahah mursalah. Permasalahan yang diangkat adalah sejauh mana peran ekonomi perempuan pedagang kecil berkontribusi dalam memenuhi kebutuhan rumah tangga dan bagaimana aktivitas tersebut ditinjau dari sudut pandang hukum Islam, khususnya konsep maslahah mursalah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan lapangan. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi langsung, dan dokumentasi terhadap aktivitas para pedagang perempuan di pasar tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perempuan pedagang kecil memberikan kontribusi signifikan dalam menopang kebutuhan dasar rumah tangga, seperti pangan, pendidikan anak, dan kesehatan. Dari sudut pandang maslahah mursalah, aktivitas ini tergolong sebagai bentuk kemaslahatan yang tidak bertentangan dengan ketentuan syar’i karena membawa manfaat nyata, baik secara individu maupun sosial. Selama aktivitas perdagangan ini dijalankan dengan memegang nilai-nilai Islam seperti kejujuran, tanggung jawab, serta menjaga etika dan kehormatan diri, maka keberadaan perempuan dalam sektor ekonomi informal ini dapat diterima dan dibenarkan dalam kerangka hukum Islam.</p>Asman AsmanMohamed Aamer
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2025-06-262025-06-262112310.70742/ahlika.v2i1.188Between Mahar and Uang Panai: A Comparative Study of Islamic Family Law and Customary Law in Marriage Traditions of South Sulawesi
https://journal.abdurraufinstitute.org/index.php/ahlika/article/view/273
<p>This study aims to examine the differences in the concept and practice of mahr in Islamic family law and uang panai in the customary law of South Sulawesi, as well as their implications for marriage traditions in the region. The research employs a qualitative method with a comparative study approach, involving the collection of primary data through in-depth interviews with religious leaders, customary leaders, and local community members, alongside a literature review related to Islamic law and customary law. The findings indicate that mahr in Islam is a flexible and non-burdensome obligation, serving as a symbol of respect and commitment from the husband to the wife, in accordance with principles of justice and consent. Conversely, uang panai in South Sulawesi customary law carries a higher value and functions as a symbol of dignity and respect towards the bride’s family, with amounts often constituting a heavy burden on the groom’s side. This study highlights a common misunderstanding within the community that equates mahr with uang panai, resulting in social and economic pressures. The study recommends the need for education and adaptation of traditions so that marriages can proceed in accordance with Islamic principles without neglecting local cultural values proportionally and fairly.</p> <p><strong>Abstract:</strong> Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji perbedaan konsep dan praktik mahar dalam hukum keluarga Islam dengan uang panai dalam adat Sulawesi Selatan, serta implikasinya terhadap tradisi pernikahan di wilayah tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi komparatif, teknik pengumpulan data primer berupa wawancara mendalam dengan tokoh agama, tokoh adat, dan masyarakat setempat, serta studi literatur terkait hukum Islam dan adat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mahar dalam Islam merupakan kewajiban yang fleksibel dan tidak memberatkan, berfungsi sebagai simbol penghormatan dan komitmen suami kepada istri, sesuai dengan prinsip keadilan dan kerelaan. Sebaliknya, uang panai dalam adat Sulawesi Selatan memiliki nilai yang lebih tinggi dan berfungsi sebagai simbol harga diri serta penghormatan terhadap keluarga perempuan, dengan nilai yang sering kali menjadi beban berat bagi pihak laki-laki. Studi ini menyoroti adanya ketidaksepahaman di masyarakat yang sering menyamakan mahar dengan uang panai, sehingga menimbulkan tekanan sosial dan ekonomi. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan perlunya edukasi dan penyesuaian tradisi agar pernikahan dapat berjalan sesuai dengan prinsip Islam tanpa mengabaikan nilai budaya lokal secara proporsional dan adil.</p>Nurhikmah NurhikmahNur Indah PurnamasariNursalam Nursalam
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2025-06-302025-06-3021243510.70742/ahlika.v2i1.273Reframing Polygamy: Positive Impacts on Marriage from the Perspective of First Wives in Malaysia
https://journal.abdurraufinstitute.org/index.php/ahlika/article/view/175
<p>Marriage is a fundamental requirement in Sharia, frequently emphasized in the Qur'an, with one of its objectives being to preserve lineage (maqasid hifz al-nasb), whether through monogamous or polygamous unions. While polygamy is often portrayed negatively in academic discourse, studies focusing on its positive impact—particularly from the perspective of first wives—are notably scarce. This study aims to explore the positive effects of polygamy as experienced by first wives in Malaysia. Employing a qualitative research design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews and document analysis. Informants were selected using purposive snowball sampling. Thematic and content analysis techniques were used to interpret the findings. The study reveals three key positive effects: (1) a strengthened dependence on Allah SWT, (2) the softening of ego through interpersonal reflections, and (3) the husband's fulfillment of responsibilities, reflecting his qualification for polygamy..</p> <p> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Keyword: </strong>First Wife, Polygamy, Positive Effects, Marital Experience, Religious Perspective</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Abstrak: </strong>Pernikahan merupakan salah satu ketentuan mendasar dalam syariat yang sering ditekankan dalam Al-Qur’an, dengan salah satu tujuannya adalah menjaga keturunan (maq??id ?if? al-nasab), baik melalui hubungan monogami maupun poligami. Meskipun poligami kerap digambarkan secara negatif dalam diskursus akademik, kajian yang menyoroti dampak positifnya—khususnya dari perspektif istri pertama—masih sangat terbatas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi efek positif poligami sebagaimana dialami oleh para istri pertama di Malaysia. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain kualitatif, dengan metode pengumpulan data berupa wawancara semi-terstruktur dan analisis dokumen. Pemilihan informan dilakukan melalui teknik snowball sampling secara purposif. Teknik analisis tematik dan analisis isi digunakan dalam pengolahan data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tiga dampak positif utama: (1) meningkatnya ketergantungan spiritual kepada Allah SWT, (2) pelunakan ego melalui refleksi relasional, dan (3) pemenuhan tanggung jawab oleh suami sebagai indikator kelayakan dalam berpoligami.</p>Nur Nadeera Faseeha binti RozliZul-kifli Hussin
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2025-06-302025-06-3021366610.70742/ahlika.v2i1.175Framing Grief, Weaving Law: An 'Urf-Based Perspective on the Tukam Khekhaya Tradition among the Gunung Meriah Community
https://journal.abdurraufinstitute.org/index.php/ahlika/article/view/192
<p>The <em>Tukam Khekhaya</em> tradition is a form of social practice that continues to be preserved by the Gunung Meriah community in Aceh Singkil. This tradition involves visiting families who are grieving the loss of a loved one before the arrival of the month of Shawwal. The values embedded in this practice—such as respect, solidarity, and the strengthening of familial bonds—are closely aligned with the principles of Islamic law. This study aims to examine the relevance of the <em>Tukam Khekhaya</em> tradition through the lens of <em>‘urf</em> within the framework of Islamic legal thought. The research employs an Islamic legal anthropological approach, utilizing field observations, interviews with traditional leaders, religious figures, and local practitioners, as well as documentation of practices and oral narratives. The findings reveal that <em>Tukam Khekhaya</em> has become a customary practice that is repeated and transmitted across generations. From the perspective of Islamic law, this tradition qualifies as <em>‘urf ?a???</em> (valid custom), as it does not contradict the principles of the Sharia and provides tangible benefits (<em>ma?la?ah</em>) to the community. Further discussion demonstrates that the existence of this tradition reinforces a contextual approach in Islamic legal reasoning and reflects core values of <em>maq??id al-shar?‘ah</em>, such as <em>?if? al-‘ir?</em> (protection of dignity) and <em>i?l??</em> (reconciliation). Accordingly, <em>Tukam Khekhaya</em> deserves recognition as a legitimate expression of Islamic legal practice rooted in local wisdom.</p> <p>[Tradisi Tukam Khekhaya merupakan salah satu bentuk praktik sosial yang masih dilestarikan oleh masyarakat Gunung Meriah, Aceh Singkil. Tradisi ini dilakukan dengan mengunjungi keluarga yang sedang mengalami duka karena kehilangan anggota keluarga sebelum datangnya bulan Syawal.Nilai-nilai yang terkandung di dalamnya seperti penghormatan, solidaritas, dan penguatan hubungan kekeluargaan memiliki korelasi dengan prinsip-prinsip hukum Islam. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menelaah relevansi tradisi Tukam Khekhaya dalam perspektif <em>‘urf</em> menurut hukum Islam. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan antropologi hukum Islam dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi lapangan, wawancara dengan tokoh adat, tokoh agama, dan masyarakat pelaku tradisi, serta dokumentasi terhadap praktik dan narasi lokal. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Tukam Khekhaya telah menjadi bagian dari kebiasaan masyarakat yang dijalankan secara berulang dan diwariskan lintas generasi. Dari perspektif hukum Islam, tradisi ini memenuhi syarat sebagai <em>‘urf sahih</em> karena tidak bertentangan dengan prinsip-prinsip syariat dan memberikan maslahat bagi masyarakat. Pembahasan lebih lanjut menunjukkan bahwa keberadaan tradisi ini dapat memperkuat pendekatan kontekstual dalam hukum Islam serta mencerminkan nilai-nilai maqashid al-syari’ah seperti hifz al-‘ird (menjaga kehormatan) dan ishlah (perdamaian). Dengan demikian, Tukam Khekhaya layak diakui sebagai bagian dari praktik hukum Islam berbasis kearifan lokal.]</p>Khairuddin Khairuddin
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2025-06-302025-06-3021679010.70742/ahlika.v2i1.192From Counsel to the Aisle: The Practice of Markobar within the Framework of ‘Urf and the Ideal Concept of Marriage in Mandailing
https://journal.abdurraufinstitute.org/index.php/ahlika/article/view/249
<p>This study aims to examine the markobar tradition in walimatul ‘ursy (wedding banquet) ceremonies within the Mandailing community, as well as to analyze this practice from the perspective of Islamic law (?urf) and its contribution to the formation of a sakinah, mawaddah, wa rahmah (tranquil, loving, and compassionate) family. The markobar tradition is an oral cultural heritage rich in local, religious, and moral values passed down through generations. The main focus of this research is to understand how markobar is practiced, to analyze the cultural and religious values it contains, and to explore the role this tradition plays in supporting the formation of a harmonious and loving Islamic family in accordance with Islamic law. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews and documentation of Mandailing customary literature and Islamic legal references. The data were analyzed using a content analysis approach to identify key themes related to the implementation of markobar and the foundations of ?urf that support it. The findings show that markobar falls under the category of ?urf ?a???, which refers to community customs that do not contradict Islamic principles. This tradition plays a significant role in imparting marital advice and strengthening the value of togetherness within the household, thereby contributing to the formation of a samawa (sakinah, mawaddah, wa rahmah) family. The study recommends reinforcing the preservation of the markobar tradition as part of the harmonization between local culture and Islamic law and encourages greater involvement of the younger generation in sustaining traditions that support the development of sustainable Islamic families.</p> <p><strong>Abstract:</strong> Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji tradisi markobar dalam acara walimatul ‘ursy pada komunitas Mandailing, serta menelaah praktik tersebut dari perspektif hukum Islam (‘urf) dan kontribusinya dalam pembentukan keluarga sakinah mawaddah warahmah. Tradisi markobar merupakan warisan budaya lisan yang sarat dengan nilai-nilai lokal, religius, dan moral yang diwariskan secara turun-temurun. Fokus utama penelitian ini adalah memahami bagaimana markobar dijalankan, menelaah nilai budaya dan keagamaan yang terkandung di dalamnya, serta mengeksplorasi peran tradisi ini dalam mendukung pembentukan keluarga Islami yang harmonis dan penuh kasih sayang sesuai syariat Islam. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara mendalam serta dokumentasi terhadap literatur adat Mandailing dan referensi hukum Islam. Data dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan analisis isi untuk mengidentifikasi tema-tema utama terkait pelaksanaan markobar dan dasar-dasar ‘urf yang mendukungnya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa markobar termasuk dalam kategori ‘urf sahih, yaitu kebiasaan masyarakat yang tidak bertentangan dengan syariat Islam. Tradisi ini memainkan peran penting dalam menanamkan nasihat pernikahan dan memperkuat nilai kebersamaan dalam rumah tangga sehingga terbentuknya keluarga samawa. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan penguatan pelestarian tradisi markobar sebagai bagian dari harmonisasi antara budaya lokal dan hukum Islam, serta mendorong keterlibatan generasi muda dalam mempertahankan tradisi yang mendukung terbentuknya keluarga Islami yang berkelanjutan</p>Halum MusthafaZainal AzwarAzizah MardiyahMarzuki Hafiz Alhamdani Hasibuan
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2025-06-302025-06-30219112410.70742/ahlika.v2i1.249