Ahmad Sunawari Long
Biographic Data
| ID | 4098248 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Ahmad Sunawari Long |
| GIVEN NAMES | Ahmad Sunawari |
| FAMILY NAME | Long |
| SIGNATURE | LONG A S |
| AFFILIATIONS | National University of Malaysia |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-4132-9756 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 24 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 2 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 24 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2012 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
An Empirical Analysis of Experts' Perceptions on Reforming Sri Lanka's Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act of 1951
The Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act No. 13 of 1951 (MMDA) provides a distinct legal framework governing marriage, divorce, polygamy, guardianship, Quazi court procedures, and maintenance among Sri Lankan Muslims. Debates over its reform have generated significant internal polarization. Reformist groups advocate amendments that respond to contemporary social realities, particularly women's rights and procedural justice. In contrast, conservative g…
The Halal Value Chain in Sri Lanka
This conceptual study addresses the complex and often contested issue of halal certification in Sri Lanka, a country where the certification process plays a significant role in the national export economy, particularly in the food and beverage sector. The article is aimed at analyzing the halal certification value chain by examining its legal, institutional, and socio-political dimensions, as well as its economic and social impacts. Employing a q…
Philosophical Posthumanism
This article examines the ontological foundations of philosophical posthumanism and critically examines its central claims through the lens of contemporary Muslim thought. Rooted in postmodern critiques of Enlightenment humanism, posthumanism challenges conventional ideas of human identity, agency, and moral status by emphasizing hybridity, technological mediation, and the interconnectedness of all forms of life—including animals, machines, and e…
A Need Analysis on Developing the Muslim Personality Model in Hijrah Ngos for Lesbian, Gay, and Transgender Muslims in Malaysia
The Muslim personality represents a crucial synthesis of various components, including aqidah (faith), akhlaq (Islamic ethics), sharia (Islamic law), ibadah (Islamic worship), and other relevant aspects. Devout Muslims prioritize virtues such as compassion, integrity, humility, and respect in their daily lives. Additionally, their personalities are influenced by teachings that emphasize empathy, generosity, and mindfulness. This research seeks to…
Sejarah Penempatan dan Perubahan Sosial Muslim Hui di Xi'an, China History of Hui Muslim Settlement and Social Change in Xi'an, China
This article explores the historical development and social transformation of the Hui Muslim community in Xi’an, China, one of the earliest and most significant Muslim settlements along Silk Road, China. Drawing upon historical sources, field research, and recent academic studies, the paper highlights the arrival of Islam through diplomatic and military missions from the 7th century onward, particularly through the efforts of Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas …
Pulang Bale Marriage Traditions and Child Care Issues
Pulang bale refers to a marriage that is carried out after death of the spouse (either husband or wife) with his/her siblings. This article aims to analyze pulang bale marriages in Aceh in relation to child protection. The facts so far show that many marriage models do not support their protection. To elaborate on this, researchers will highlight how this marriage typology can ensure support for the ḥaḍānah and how this typology encourages family…
Mafhūmu Fiqhi al-Marātib wa Fiqhi al-Awlawiyyāt fī Maqāṣidi al-Qurʾān
The debate on the concept of maqāṣid continues to develop dynamically as its relevance to various situations and times. However, misunderstanding the basic principles of maqāṣid which are fixed (al-thawābit) and flexible (al-mutaghayyirāt) causes neglect of one aspect of the basic principles of maqāṣid, and unconsciously leading into dichotomy between the two. Ironically, religious understanding derived from it loses its spirit while maqāṣid is o…
Legal Study of Dzurri Waqf and its Implementation towards Strengthening High Heritage Assets in Minangkabau, West Sumatra, Indonesia
One concept of preserving family assets can be carried out through the practice of dzurri waqf. In Minangkabau, preservation of family assets is carried out in the form of high inheritance management. This article aims to discuss the legal concept of dzurri waqf and its implementation in high inheritance management in Minangkabau, West Sumatra. The findings of this study are very specific because the Minangkabau culture adheres to on one side, a …
Islamic Law on Animal Rights and Welfare in the Sri Lankan Context
The almighty Allah (SWT) has created all living beings, humans, birds, animals and insects. He is who strongly asks people to treat animals with compassion and not to abuse them which are worthy of consideration and respect. In Sri Lanka, varying concepts are followed among different communities: Buddhists and Hindus consider slaughtering quadrupeds as a cruel act. Meanwhile, Muslims consider the similar act as a divine obligation (Qurbani and Ul…
Changes in the Political Behavior of Towani Tolotang as a Minority Religious Group
This article is aimed at explaining how the political behavior of Towani Tolotang, a minority religious group in Indonesia, unfolds by using fiqh al-‘aqaliyyāt (Islamic jurisprudence of the minority) perspective. Accordingly, the current article discusses three aspects. First, the Towani Tolotang’s political activities. This correlates with the group’s position, which in terms of quantity is far fewer than the Muslim majority. Second, the nationa…
Gender Equality in Indonesian Democracy amidst Islamic Conservatism and Islamic Populism
The growth of democracy in Indonesia from 1999 to 2019 was significantly hampered by Islamic populist forces, conservatives, and politicians who discriminated against women. This article aims to explore the challenges facing Indonesian political democracy after the 2014 and 2019 elections, using qualitative methods and interviews with party officials. The study uses the theories of Islamic populism, conservation, and discrimination against women.…
In Memoriam of Buya Ahmad Syafii Maarif (1935-2022)
was born in Nagari Cilau
Fethullah Gülen
Fethullah Gülen is an authoritative mainstream Turkish Muslim scholar, thinker, and educational activist who supports interfaith and intercultural dialogue. He is opposed to violence and to turning religion into a political ideology. In Turkey, he has been credited for bringing about positive atmospheres between the Muslim population and the various religious minorities such as the Christian and Jewish communities. Outside Turkey, his ideas on in…
Response of Millennial Muslims to Religious Minority Groups in Indonesia
Religious minority groups have historically been positioned as the trigger for religious and social disharmony. This paper aims to explore the millennial Muslims’ basis for their positioning towards minority groups in Indonesia. The data collected through questionnaires, interviews, and document studies were analyzed and then converted into narrative form, tables, diagrams, and charts. The findings show that there are two millennial Muslim respon…
Islamic Notion of Happiness (Al-Sa‘ada)
Miskawayh (d.1030), through his famous book on ethics, Tahdhib al-Akhlaq (The Refinement of Character), has separated ethics from other disciplines, offering a very thorough analytical system of Islamic ethics. His Tahdhib al-Akhlaq was thus occupying a prominent place in this particular branch of Islamic ethical literature. It is scarcely an exaggeration to say that most of the later works that deal with this subject such as those by al-Ghazali,…
The Tradition of Tulak Breuh as a Fidyah of Prayer in Aceh Besar Society
Tulak Breuh is a customary practice related to Islamic law and theology in the social life of the Acehnese people. This article discusses the discourse on fidyah of prayer in fiqh, the practice of the tulak breuh tradition, and the analysis of law theology on the practice of tulak breuh tradition. The methods of study combine library research and field research simultaneously. Data collection techniques were conducted through interviews and liter…
A progressive Islamic movement and its response to the issues of the ummah
This article discusses the progressive Islamic movement developed by Muhammadiyah, a modernist Islamic organization established by Ahmad Dahlan on November 18, 1918. History has shown that Muhammadiyah, as a modernist Islamic organization, has instigated various social transformations that continue to affect Indonesian society by creating schools, hospitals, and orphanages that were inspired by modern, Westernized systems and modernist interpreta…
Falsafah Pragmatisme John Dewey dan Pembelajaran Sepanjang Hayat dalam ‘Muallaf‘
The philosophy of pragmatism was initiated in America in the last 19 th century. It reflected the philosophy the Americans and it widely applied in the domain of education. One of the prolific pragmatism figures is John Dewey who was popular with pragmatism in the version of instrumentalism. He was also very popular as an educator who propagated experience as an effective basis to gain knowledge. To explain Dewey's thought, Muallaf film which was…
Kualiti Kerja dalam Organisasi
The subionospheric early very low frequency (VLF) perturbations observed on NWC (19.8 kHz) navigational transmitter signal monitored at a low-latitude station, Suva (18.1°S, 178.5°E), Fiji, during campaign periods of November 2011, 2012, and 2014 and December 2014, are presented. Early VLF events are associated with D-region conductivity changes mainly produced by lightning-generated transient luminous events (TLEs). Early VLF events occurred bot…
In Memoriam of Surin Pitsuwan (1949-2017)
Terorisme sebagai Cabaran Ideologi Muslim Masa Kini
Terrorism is currently becoming an ideological challenge for Muslims in contemporary world. The rise of terrorist groups such as the Islamic State (IS) and others who claimed themselves as jihadist and propagates Islamic jihad similar to the idea of the medieval 'Holy War' not only target non-Muslims or kuffar, but also their Muslim brothers respectively. This act of terrorism raised dilemma among Muslim societies in general whether to support th…
Titik Temu Antara Falsafah dan Kehidupan Praktis
Philosophy and practical life are two different things. Philosophy is a theoretical in nature, while practical life covering all types of human actions and is bound by space, time and matter. Philosophy emphasizes analytical thinking, idealistic, holistic, comprehensive and practical. When all of these aspects compared, it looks different and has no relation. However, the reality of life illustrates that practical life mostly depends on philosoph…
Titik Temu Antara Falsafah dan Kehidupan Praktis
Philosophy and practical life are two different things. Philosophy is a theoretical in nature, while practical life covering all types of human actions and is bound by space, time and matter. Philosophy emphasizes analytical thinking, idealistic, holistic, comprehensive and practical. When all of these aspects compared, it looks different and has no relation. However, the reality of life illustrates that practical life mostly depends on philosoph…
Tahun Penyelidikan Fakulti Pengajian Islam, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Fakulti Pengajian Islam telah ditubuhkan pada 18 Mei 1970 bermula dengan dua jabatan terawal iaitu Jabatan Syariah dan Jabatan Usuluddin dan Falsafah serta Unit Bahasa Arab. Pada tahun 1974, unit tersebut telah dinaiktaraf kepada Jabatan Pengajian Arab dan Tamadun Islam. Lima tahun kemudian, Jabatan Pengajian Dakwah dan Kepimpinan telah ditubuhkan sebagai pecahan Jabatan Usuluddin dan Falsafah. Pada tahun 1979, daripada Jabatan Syariah tertubuh J…
Changes in the Political Behavior of Towani Tolotang as a Minority Religious Group
This article is aimed at explaining how the political behavior of Towani Tolotang, a minority religious group in Indonesia, unfolds by using fiqh al-‘aqaliyyāt (Islamic jurisprudence of the minority) perspective. Accordingly, the current article discusses three aspects. First, the Towani Tolotang’s political activities. This correlates with the group’s position, which in terms of quantity is far fewer than the Muslim majority. Second, the nationa…
A progressive Islamic movement and its response to the issues of the ummah
This article discusses the progressive Islamic movement developed by Muhammadiyah, a modernist Islamic organization established by Ahmad Dahlan on November 18, 1918. History has shown that Muhammadiyah, as a modernist Islamic organization, has instigated various social transformations that continue to affect Indonesian society by creating schools, hospitals, and orphanages that were inspired by modern, Westernized systems and modernist interpreta…
Tahun Penyelidikan Fakulti Pengajian Islam, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Fakulti Pengajian Islam telah ditubuhkan pada 18 Mei 1970 bermula dengan dua jabatan terawal iaitu Jabatan Syariah dan Jabatan Usuluddin dan Falsafah serta Unit Bahasa Arab. Pada tahun 1974, unit tersebut telah dinaiktaraf kepada Jabatan Pengajian Arab dan Tamadun Islam. Lima tahun kemudian, Jabatan Pengajian Dakwah dan Kepimpinan telah ditubuhkan sebagai pecahan Jabatan Usuluddin dan Falsafah. Pada tahun 1979, daripada Jabatan Syariah tertubuh J…
Titik Temu Antara Falsafah dan Kehidupan Praktis
Philosophy and practical life are two different things. Philosophy is a theoretical in nature, while practical life covering all types of human actions and is bound by space, time and matter. Philosophy emphasizes analytical thinking, idealistic, holistic, comprehensive and practical. When all of these aspects compared, it looks different and has no relation. However, the reality of life illustrates that practical life mostly depends on philosoph…
Titik Temu Antara Falsafah dan Kehidupan Praktis
Philosophy and practical life are two different things. Philosophy is a theoretical in nature, while practical life covering all types of human actions and is bound by space, time and matter. Philosophy emphasizes analytical thinking, idealistic, holistic, comprehensive and practical. When all of these aspects compared, it looks different and has no relation. However, the reality of life illustrates that practical life mostly depends on philosoph…
Terorisme sebagai Cabaran Ideologi Muslim Masa Kini
Terrorism is currently becoming an ideological challenge for Muslims in contemporary world. The rise of terrorist groups such as the Islamic State (IS) and others who claimed themselves as jihadist and propagates Islamic jihad similar to the idea of the medieval 'Holy War' not only target non-Muslims or kuffar, but also their Muslim brothers respectively. This act of terrorism raised dilemma among Muslim societies in general whether to support th…
In Memoriam of Surin Pitsuwan (1949-2017)
Falsafah Pragmatisme John Dewey dan Pembelajaran Sepanjang Hayat dalam ‘Muallaf‘
The philosophy of pragmatism was initiated in America in the last 19 th century. It reflected the philosophy the Americans and it widely applied in the domain of education. One of the prolific pragmatism figures is John Dewey who was popular with pragmatism in the version of instrumentalism. He was also very popular as an educator who propagated experience as an effective basis to gain knowledge. To explain Dewey's thought, Muallaf film which was…
Kualiti Kerja dalam Organisasi
The subionospheric early very low frequency (VLF) perturbations observed on NWC (19.8 kHz) navigational transmitter signal monitored at a low-latitude station, Suva (18.1°S, 178.5°E), Fiji, during campaign periods of November 2011, 2012, and 2014 and December 2014, are presented. Early VLF events are associated with D-region conductivity changes mainly produced by lightning-generated transient luminous events (TLEs). Early VLF events occurred bot…
A progressive Islamic movement and its response to the issues of the ummah
This article discusses the progressive Islamic movement developed by Muhammadiyah, a modernist Islamic organization established by Ahmad Dahlan on November 18, 1918. History has shown that Muhammadiyah, as a modernist Islamic organization, has instigated various social transformations that continue to affect Indonesian society by creating schools, hospitals, and orphanages that were inspired by modern, Westernized systems and modernist interpreta…
Response of Millennial Muslims to Religious Minority Groups in Indonesia
Religious minority groups have historically been positioned as the trigger for religious and social disharmony. This paper aims to explore the millennial Muslims’ basis for their positioning towards minority groups in Indonesia. The data collected through questionnaires, interviews, and document studies were analyzed and then converted into narrative form, tables, diagrams, and charts. The findings show that there are two millennial Muslim respon…
Islamic Notion of Happiness (Al-Sa‘ada)
Miskawayh (d.1030), through his famous book on ethics, Tahdhib al-Akhlaq (The Refinement of Character), has separated ethics from other disciplines, offering a very thorough analytical system of Islamic ethics. His Tahdhib al-Akhlaq was thus occupying a prominent place in this particular branch of Islamic ethical literature. It is scarcely an exaggeration to say that most of the later works that deal with this subject such as those by al-Ghazali,…
The Tradition of Tulak Breuh as a Fidyah of Prayer in Aceh Besar Society
Tulak Breuh is a customary practice related to Islamic law and theology in the social life of the Acehnese people. This article discusses the discourse on fidyah of prayer in fiqh, the practice of the tulak breuh tradition, and the analysis of law theology on the practice of tulak breuh tradition. The methods of study combine library research and field research simultaneously. Data collection techniques were conducted through interviews and liter…
In Memoriam of Buya Ahmad Syafii Maarif (1935-2022)
was born in Nagari Cilau
Fethullah Gülen
Fethullah Gülen is an authoritative mainstream Turkish Muslim scholar, thinker, and educational activist who supports interfaith and intercultural dialogue. He is opposed to violence and to turning religion into a political ideology. In Turkey, he has been credited for bringing about positive atmospheres between the Muslim population and the various religious minorities such as the Christian and Jewish communities. Outside Turkey, his ideas on in…
Legal Study of Dzurri Waqf and its Implementation towards Strengthening High Heritage Assets in Minangkabau, West Sumatra, Indonesia
One concept of preserving family assets can be carried out through the practice of dzurri waqf. In Minangkabau, preservation of family assets is carried out in the form of high inheritance management. This article aims to discuss the legal concept of dzurri waqf and its implementation in high inheritance management in Minangkabau, West Sumatra. The findings of this study are very specific because the Minangkabau culture adheres to on one side, a …
Islamic Law on Animal Rights and Welfare in the Sri Lankan Context
The almighty Allah (SWT) has created all living beings, humans, birds, animals and insects. He is who strongly asks people to treat animals with compassion and not to abuse them which are worthy of consideration and respect. In Sri Lanka, varying concepts are followed among different communities: Buddhists and Hindus consider slaughtering quadrupeds as a cruel act. Meanwhile, Muslims consider the similar act as a divine obligation (Qurbani and Ul…
Changes in the Political Behavior of Towani Tolotang as a Minority Religious Group
This article is aimed at explaining how the political behavior of Towani Tolotang, a minority religious group in Indonesia, unfolds by using fiqh al-‘aqaliyyāt (Islamic jurisprudence of the minority) perspective. Accordingly, the current article discusses three aspects. First, the Towani Tolotang’s political activities. This correlates with the group’s position, which in terms of quantity is far fewer than the Muslim majority. Second, the nationa…
Gender Equality in Indonesian Democracy amidst Islamic Conservatism and Islamic Populism
The growth of democracy in Indonesia from 1999 to 2019 was significantly hampered by Islamic populist forces, conservatives, and politicians who discriminated against women. This article aims to explore the challenges facing Indonesian political democracy after the 2014 and 2019 elections, using qualitative methods and interviews with party officials. The study uses the theories of Islamic populism, conservation, and discrimination against women.…
Pulang Bale Marriage Traditions and Child Care Issues
Pulang bale refers to a marriage that is carried out after death of the spouse (either husband or wife) with his/her siblings. This article aims to analyze pulang bale marriages in Aceh in relation to child protection. The facts so far show that many marriage models do not support their protection. To elaborate on this, researchers will highlight how this marriage typology can ensure support for the ḥaḍānah and how this typology encourages family…
Mafhūmu Fiqhi al-Marātib wa Fiqhi al-Awlawiyyāt fī Maqāṣidi al-Qurʾān
The debate on the concept of maqāṣid continues to develop dynamically as its relevance to various situations and times. However, misunderstanding the basic principles of maqāṣid which are fixed (al-thawābit) and flexible (al-mutaghayyirāt) causes neglect of one aspect of the basic principles of maqāṣid, and unconsciously leading into dichotomy between the two. Ironically, religious understanding derived from it loses its spirit while maqāṣid is o…
The Halal Value Chain in Sri Lanka
This conceptual study addresses the complex and often contested issue of halal certification in Sri Lanka, a country where the certification process plays a significant role in the national export economy, particularly in the food and beverage sector. The article is aimed at analyzing the halal certification value chain by examining its legal, institutional, and socio-political dimensions, as well as its economic and social impacts. Employing a q…
Philosophical Posthumanism
This article examines the ontological foundations of philosophical posthumanism and critically examines its central claims through the lens of contemporary Muslim thought. Rooted in postmodern critiques of Enlightenment humanism, posthumanism challenges conventional ideas of human identity, agency, and moral status by emphasizing hybridity, technological mediation, and the interconnectedness of all forms of life—including animals, machines, and e…
A Need Analysis on Developing the Muslim Personality Model in Hijrah Ngos for Lesbian, Gay, and Transgender Muslims in Malaysia
The Muslim personality represents a crucial synthesis of various components, including aqidah (faith), akhlaq (Islamic ethics), sharia (Islamic law), ibadah (Islamic worship), and other relevant aspects. Devout Muslims prioritize virtues such as compassion, integrity, humility, and respect in their daily lives. Additionally, their personalities are influenced by teachings that emphasize empathy, generosity, and mindfulness. This research seeks to…
Sejarah Penempatan dan Perubahan Sosial Muslim Hui di Xi'an, China History of Hui Muslim Settlement and Social Change in Xi'an, China
This article explores the historical development and social transformation of the Hui Muslim community in Xi’an, China, one of the earliest and most significant Muslim settlements along Silk Road, China. Drawing upon historical sources, field research, and recent academic studies, the paper highlights the arrival of Islam through diplomatic and military missions from the 7th century onward, particularly through the efforts of Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas …
An Empirical Analysis of Experts' Perceptions on Reforming Sri Lanka's Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act of 1951
The Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act No. 13 of 1951 (MMDA) provides a distinct legal framework governing marriage, divorce, polygamy, guardianship, Quazi court procedures, and maintenance among Sri Lankan Muslims. Debates over its reform have generated significant internal polarization. Reformist groups advocate amendments that respond to contemporary social realities, particularly women's rights and procedural justice. In contrast, conservative g…
Islam (14 works) · Political science (12 works) · Sociology (11 works) · Philosophy (10 works) · Theology (10 works) · Law (9 works) · Education and Islamic Studies (8 works) · Islamic Finance and Banking Studies (7 works) · Islamic Studies and Radicalism (5 works) · Geography (4 works)