AL-WASAṬIYYAH: IPSA Journal of Islamic and Arabic Studies is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to fostering scholarly discourse in the fields of Islamic and Arabic studies. The journal provides a platform for original research and critical discussions that engage with historical and contemporary issues related to Islamic thought, theology, law, history, philosophy, education, and cultural studies, as well as Arabic language, literature, and linguistics.
The journal welcomes contributions that explore:
- Islamic Thought and Scholarship: Studies on Qurʾānic hermeneutics, Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), maqāṣid al-sharīʿah, theology, and philosophy.
- Arabic Language and Literature: Research on Arabic linguistics, semiotics, classical and modern literature, and literary analysis.
- Islamic Education and Pedagogy: Examination of educational models, decolonization of knowledge, and the integration of traditional Islamic education with contemporary frameworks.
- Sociocultural and Historical Studies: Analysis of Islamic traditions, cultural heritage, and the role of Muslim communities in different socio-political contexts.
- Interdisciplinary Approaches: Engagements that incorporate methodologies from the humanities, social sciences, and cognitive justice studies to address pressing challenges in Islamic and Arabic studies.
With a commitment to academic excellence, AL-WASAṬIYYAH aims to bridge the gap between traditional Islamic scholarship and contemporary research while encouraging diverse perspectives from scholars worldwide.
