Focus And scope

Focus

Al-Afham: Journal of Islamic Studies, published by Sekolah Tinggi Islam Kendal, is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of Islam in its various dimensions. The journal welcomes original research articles, critical analyses, and reviews that contribute to the development of Islamic scholarship at national and international levels.

Scope

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to:

• Qur’anic studies and exegesis (tafsir)
• Hadith studies
• Islamic theology (kalam) and philosophy
• Islamic history, civilization, and culture
• Contemporary issues in Islamic thought
• Islam and modernity, globalization, and digital society
• Comparative studies of Islam and interreligious dialogue

By providing an interdisciplinary platform, Al-Afham aims to foster academic discussions that bridge classical Islamic heritage with contemporary global challenges.