About the Journal

   Journal title  : Islamic Pedia - Journal of Contemporary Islamic Thought
   Initials  : Islamicpedia
   Abbreviation  : Islamic Pedia J. Contemp. Islamic Thought
   Frequency  : 12 issues per year
   DOI  : https://doi.org/10.55681/aspirasidigital by Crossref
   Online ISSN  : xxxx-xxxx
   Editor-in-Chief  : Dr. Nurhasan, S.Ag.,M.Ag.
   Publisher  : LPPM Politeknik Sains Global
   Citation Analysis  : [Sinta] [Google Scholar]

Islamic Pedia - Journal of Contemporary Islamic Thought is an international, peer-reviewed, and open-access academic journal dedicated to the critical exploration, development, and dissemination of scholarly research at the intersection of classical Islamic epistemology and modern socio-cultural realities. The journal provides a rigorous, multidisciplinary forum for Islamic scholars, theologians, social scientists, and philosophers to publish original research articles, conceptual studies, and comprehensive literature reviews that analyze contemporary discourses and structural transformations within Muslim societies globally.

Scope and Topics Islamic Pedia welcomes high-quality submissions that present deep analytical, historical, empirical, or comparative approaches to Islamic discourse. The journal's scope encompasses a broad spectrum of themes, including but not limited to:

  • Contemporary Islamic Thought & Philosophy: Islamic intellectual responses to modernism, postmodernism, secularism, pluralism, and global ethical dilemmas.

  • Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh) & Law: Updates in contemporary legal theory (Usul al-Fiqh), fatwa analysis, human rights, civic laws, and dynamic applications of Islamic jurisprudence in modern states.

  • Islamic Economics, Finance, & Philanthropy: Modern Islamic banking, halal industry ecosystems, zakat, waqf, and micro-financial empowerment strategies in Muslim societies.

  • Islamic Education & Pedagogy: Innovation in Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), curriculum integration of science and religion, and contemporary challenges in Islamic higher education.

  • Socio-Cultural Dynamics & Inter-Religious Dialogue: Inter-faith relations, gender discourse in Islam, media representation of Muslims, and the dynamics of Islamic civilization in diverse or multicultural environments.

  • Islamic Politics & Public Policy: State-religion relations, Islamic political philosophy, civil society, and governance models within modern Islamic perspectives.

Publication Frequency and Access Islamic Pedia is published biannually (twice a year). The journal strictly adheres to an Open Access policy, ensuring that intellectual scholarship and progressive ideas regarding Islamic thought are universally available without barriers. All published articles are immediately, permanently, and freely accessible for the worldwide academic, spiritual, and professional community to read, download, copy, and distribute under a Creative Commons (CC) license, eliminating any subscription or paywall requirements.

Peer Review Process To uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and scientific quality, every submitted manuscript undergoes a strict double-blind peer review process. Independent scholars and expert reviewers in specific domains of Islamic studies evaluate submissions based on their conceptual originality, methodological soundness, analytical depth, and constructive contribution to Islamic discourse. The identities of both the authors and the reviewers remain strictly confidential throughout the evaluation process to guarantee an objective and unbiased assessment.

Mission Statement: "The mission of Islamic Pedia is to bridge the gap between classical Islamic thought and contemporary challenges, offering progressive, data-driven, and harmonious solutions for the modern world. By fostering rigorous and inclusive scholarly debates, the journal aims to inspire enlightened perspectives, encourage moderate Islamic values (Wasatiyyah), and actively contribute to the sustainable development and peaceful co-existence of global human civilization."