Reinterpretasi Makna Islam Kaffah Dalam Al-Qur’an dan Relevansinya Dengan Masyarakat Muslim Modern

Abstract

The concept of Islam kaffah in Qur’anic exegesis has generated diverse interpretations, ranging from the comprehensive implementation of Islamic law to the values of obedience, peace, and tranquility. This study aims to examine the meaning of Islam kaffah in the Qur’an and its relevance to contemporary Indonesian Muslim society. Specifically, it explores the micro and macro historical contexts surrounding the revelation of the verse on al-silm kaffah and reinterprets its meaning in light of contemporary social realities. Employing library research and a descriptive analytical method, this study analyzes relevant exegetical literature and historical accounts. The findings indicate that, at the micro historical level, the verse is associated with Abdullah ibn Salam and his group, who, after embracing Islam, sought permission to continue observing certain teachings of the Torah and ancestral traditions. At the macro historical level, the verse reflects the diverse social conditions of Medina, characterized by differences in tribal affiliation, culture, ethnicity, political interests, economic circumstances, and religion. This study argues that Islam kaffah should be understood not only as total submission to God but also through the ethical value of peace in communal and national life. In Indonesia, this understanding provides a basis for fostering harmonious coexistence amid religious, cultural, linguistic, and customary diversity