The Perspective of Tok Kenali on Iman, Islam, and Ihsan in Majalah Pengasuh

Mohd Hadif Rasdei and Engku Ibrahim Engku Wok Zin
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Mohd Hadif Rasdei: Fakulti Pengajian Kontemporari Islam
Engku Ibrahim Engku Wok Zin: Institut Penyelidikan Produk dan Ketamadunan Melayu Islam & Fakulti Pengajian Kontemporari Islam, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Kampus Gong Badak, 21300, Kuala Nerus Terengganu, Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 8, 1-7

Abstract: This article examines the perspective of Tok Kenali, a renowned Malaysian Islamic scholar, on the concepts of Iman, Islam, and Ihsan as articulated in Majalah Pengasuh. The study focuses on his explanation about Iman, the five pillars of Islam, and the significance of Ihsan as the embodiment of perfect worship. Tok Kenali’s interpretation is rooted in classical Islamic theology, closely aligned with the teachings of the Quran and Hadith. The article emphasizes his call for Muslims not only to fulfill outward religious practices but also to strengthen inner faith and pursue excellence in worship. This study adopts the documentation method, analyzing primary sources such as articles published in Majalah Pengasuh and related works on Tok Kenali. The findings reveal Tok Kenali’s substantial contribution to shaping Islamic thought and religious practice among the Malay community in the early 20th century, highlighting the importance of balancing belief, verbal affirmation, and righteous action.

Date: 2025
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