About the Journal

 

Journal Title : Tafakkur: Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization
Editor in Chief : Ahmad Khairul Nuzuli
Managing Editor : Ikhsan Rifki Naswa
Frequency : Biannual (June & December)
ISSN  : xxxx-xxxx
Publisher : Andalas Mandiri Berkarya 
First published : Since 2026

Tafakkur: Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization is a scholarly publication that presents research findings, conceptual studies, and critical reflections in the fields of Islamic studies, humanities, social communication, and education. The journal covers three main areas of scientific scope:

  1. Ushuluddin (Islamic Theology and Philosophy) – encompassing studies on the Qur’an and Hadith, Islamic Philosophy, Theology, Sufism, and Comparative Religion, with an emphasis on developing rational, moderate, and contextually relevant Islamic thought.
  2. Adab (Islamic Humanities) – focusing on Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic History and Civilization, Philology, and Islamic Cultural Studies, highlighting the dynamics of Islamic identity and civilization across history and global cultures.
  3. Da’wah and Islamic Communication – including Islamic Communication and Broadcasting, Da’wah Management, Islamic Guidance and Counseling, Community Development, and Digital Media Da’wah, emphasizing communication strategies for Islamic values and community empowerment.
  4. Islamic Education — encompassing curriculum development, instructional strategies, educational media and technology in Islamic education, learning assessment and evaluation, character education, teacher competencies, management of Islamic education, Islamic educational thought, as well as contemporary issues in Islamic religious education across schools, madrasahs, Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), families, and broader society.

This journal aims to serve as an academic platform for researchers, scholars, and practitioners to develop an integrative discourse that connects the theological, cultural, communicative, and educational dimensions of Islamic studies. It also seeks to advance knowledge that promotes human values, social transformation, and a sustainable civilization.