BITARA International Journal of Civilizational Studies and Human Sciences (e-ISSN: 2600-9080)

Konsep Fatwa Istihalah Menurut Empat Mazhab dan Aplikasinya Terhadap Produk Moden [Concept of Fatwa Istihalah according to The Four Mazhab and Its Application to Modern Products]

Ahmad Syakir Mohd Nor Ilman, Mohd Izhar Ariff Mohd Kashim, Badli Shah Alauddin — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Perkembangan dunia moden kini membawa kepada penghasilan produk-produk moden yang baharu yang sering berkait dengan hukum halal dan haram terhadap umat Islam. Permasalahan ini muncul apabila konsep istihalah ini tidak diketahui umum oleh masyarakat Islam berserta konsep fatwa itu dilakukan. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk memberikan kefahaman terhadap konsep istihalah tersebut bagi menyelesaikan permasalahan yang timbul dengan menjelaskan perbezaan konsep fatwa istihalah antara empat mazhab utama iaitu Hanafi, Syafi’i, Maliki dan Hanbali serta contoh aplikasi terhadap produk moden. Metodologi kajian yang digunakan adalah berbentuk kualitatif iaitu dengan cara analisis sumber dokumen-dokumen seperti buku agama, jurnal, artikel dan sumber lain yang relevan berkait dengan tajuk penelitian. Kajian menyimpulkan bahawa walaupun istihalah menawarkan penyelesaian syariah untuk produk moden, pelaksanaannya memerlukan kerjasama antara ahli fiqh, saintis, dan badan pengawal selia untuk memastikan pematuhan syariah yang ketat. Penyelidikan ini mencadangkan penyeragaman standard istihalah berdasarkan bukti saintifik dan fatwa muktabar bagi mengukuhkan industri halal global.

The development of the modern world now leads to the production of new modern products that are often related to halal and haram laws by Muslims. This problem arises when the concept of istihalah is not generally known by the Muslim community along with the concept of fatwa being issued. This article aims to provide an understanding of the concept of istihalah to solve the problems that arise by explaining the differences in the concept of istihalah fatwa between the four main schools of thought, namely Hanafi, Syafi'i, Maliki and Hanbali, as well as examples of applications to modern products. The research methodology used is qualitative, namely by analyzing the source of documents such as religious books, journals, articles and other relevant sources related to the research topic. The study concludes that although istihalah offers a sharia solution for modern products, its implementation requires cooperation between jurisprudents, scientists and regulatory bodies to ensure strict compliance with sharia. This research suggests standardizing istihalah standards based on scientific evidence and authoritative fatwas to strengthen the global halal industry.

The Cultural Significance and Contemporary Adaptations of Chinese New Year Deity Processions (You Shen) among Malaysian Chinese Communities

Wang Yuyao, Aiza Maslan@Baharudin — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The ritual of deity processions, known as You Shen (??) during the Chinese New Year, is a vital tradition within the Malaysian Chinese community. These festive parades, rooted in Chinese folk beliefs and clan-based worship, have evolved into complex communal events involving music, dance, religious rites, and social interaction. This study aims to explore the cultural meanings and contemporary transformations of Chinese New Year deity processions in Malaysia. Combining literature review, field observations, and qualitative interviews with temple managers, community elders, and youth participants, the research reveals that You Shen serves multiple functions: strengthening communal bonds, reinforcing ethnic identity, and transmitting cultural values across generations. However, challenges such as urbanization, the decline in youth participation, and increasing regulation of public events threaten its continuity. The findings provide insight into how traditional intangible cultural practices adapt within a multicultural society and highlight strategies to sustain and innovate cultural heritage in the modern era.

Negara Madani: Kajian Semula daripada Aspek Rekabentuk dan Kandungan Menurut Perspektif Islam [Madani Nation: A Review from The Perspective of Design and Content According to The Islamic Perspective]

Faisal Ismail, Jasni Sulong — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Prinsip-prinsip Islam seperti keadilan, kesederhanaan, kasih sayang, dan tanggungjawab sosial adalah asas kepada konsep Negara Madani. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis reka bentuk dan kandungan konsep Negara Madani dari perspektif Islam serta menilai pelaksanaannya dalam konteks Malaysia. Isu utama yang dikenal pasti adalah cabaran dalam mengintegrasikan nilai Islam ke dalam dasar sedia ada, serta jurang pelaksanaan antara dasar dan realiti masyarakat. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui analisis kandungan dokumen, termasuk sumber primer dan sekunder seperti al-Qur’an, hadis, serta kajian terdahulu. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa elemen-elemen penting seperti prinsip keadilan (al-‘adl), musyawarah (al-shura), kebebasan (al-hurriyah), serta nilai-nilai etika seperti amanah, rahmah, dan wasatiyyah adalah teras pembentukan Negara Madani. Kajian juga mendapati bahawa program Malaysia Madani yang diperkenalkan kerajaan memerlukan pendekatan yang lebih menyeluruh dan inklusif untuk menjamin keberkesanannya. Oleh itu, kajian mencadangkan agar dasar-dasar berkaitan masyarakat madani dirangka secara lebih sistematik dengan melibatkan input pelbagai lapisan masyarakat. Kajian ini diharap dapat memberi sumbangan kepada pembangunan dasar awam yang lebih lestari serta meningkatkan kesedaran dan pelaksanaan konsep Negara Madani dalam kalangan rakyat.

Islamic principles such as justice, moderation, compassion, and social responsibility form the foundation of the Madani Nation concept. This study aims to analyze the design and content of the Madani Nation framework from an Islamic perspective and to assess its implementation within the Malaysian context. The key issues identified include challenges in integrating Islamic values into existing policies, as well as the implementation gap between policy formulation and societal realities. This study employs a qualitative approach through content analysis of documents, including primary and secondary sources such as the Qur’an, Hadith, and previous scholarly works. The findings reveal that essential elements such as the principles of justice (al-‘adl), consultation (al-shura), freedom (al-hurriyah), and ethical values such as trust (amanah), compassion (rahmah), and moderation (wasatiyyah) are central to the formation of a Madani Nation. The study also finds that the Malaysia Madani program introduced by the government requires a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to ensure its effectiveness. Therefore, the study suggests that policies related to civil society should be designed more systematically, incorporating input from various segments of society. This study is expected to contribute to the development of more sustainable public policies and enhance awareness and implementation of the Madani Nation concept among the Malaysian populace.

A Study on the Creation and Performance Ecology of Chinese Drama in Malaysia from 2000 to 2020: Current Situation, Dilemma and Prospects

You Yang, Ahamd Kamal Basyah Sallehuddin — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study focuses on the creative ecology and performance forms of Chinese drama in Malaysia during the 20 years from 2000 to 2020. By systematically examining the development trajectory of Chinese drama in Malaysia during this period, this study deeply analyzes its cultural positioning and artistic characteristics in the context of globalization. The study shows that Chinese drama in Malaysia during this period, driven by both inheritance and innovation, presents unique localization characteristics. On the one hand, it maintains a deep connection with Chinese opera art, and on the other hand, it develops an integrated form of expression in the collision of multiple cultures. This paper uses field surveys, literature analysis, comparative studies and other methods to focus on the current dilemmas faced by Chinese drama in Malaysia in terms of creative themes, performance forms, and talent training, and puts forward constructive thoughts on its future development prospects. The study found that Chinese drama in Malaysia is undergoing a transition period between tradition and modernity. Its development faces challenges such as inheritance gaps and audience loss, but also ushers in opportunities for cross-cultural exchanges and innovative development.

Impact of Public Opinion Noise on Xi'an City Image in the New Media Era: Taking Xi'an Release as an Example

YiMing Zhang, Che Ching Lai — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The rapid development of the Internet and communication technology has accelerated the pace of change in media technology, especially the rise of the Internet and new media, and the use of media has become increasingly popular, penetrating more deeply into all aspects of social life. Social development and media application are inextricably linked, and the media have changed the way and content of people's social activities to a certain extent. The researcher hopes to deeply understand the influence of public opinion noise on Xi'an's city image in the new media era and takes the official microblog account "Xi'an Release" as a case study to analyse the information release strategy and its role in the construction of the city's image in the new media environment. Using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, the study analyses the information dissemination behaviours of "Xi'an Releases" in different public events and the online public opinion reactions they triggered and further explores how this public opinion noises affect the public perception of Xi'an's city image. Specifically, the study applies content analysis, sentiment analysis, case study, and regression modeling to examine both the media outputs and the public response patterns. The study finds that the public opinion noise on the new media platform not only spreads quickly but also amplify the impact of negative information. Public opinion noise increases Xi'an's exposure to a certain extent but also brings about diversified interpretations of the city's image and potentially creates short-term and even long-term negative effects on the city's image. However, through effective public opinion guidance and information management, government official media can mitigate these negative effects to a certain extent. The researcher provides a new perspective for understanding the complexity of urban image management in the new media era and offers strategic suggestions for how governments and city managers can effectively use new media tools for urban image building.