Cognitive Nature and Islamic Philanthropy Practices Among Muhammadiyah Members in Central Borneo
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https://doi.org/10.66277/rir.1.1.171Keywords:
Islamic philanthropy, cognitive framework, Muhammadiyah, zakat governance, interlegalityAbstract
Islamic philanthropy in Indonesia is often narrowly viewed as a ritualistic charitable practice, yet it holds great potential as a socio-legal force that shapes the dynamics of development, governance, and state–society relations. This study aims to examine how Islamic philanthropy practices among Muhammadiyah members in Central Borneo operate at the intersection of law, religion, and social action, with a focus on their cognitive foundations and institutional dynamics. This study employs an empirical legal approach, using qualitative data collected through observation, interview, and documentation, and analyzing them in reference to regulatory frameworks such as Law No. 23 of 2011 on Zakat Management. The research findings identify three main cognitive dimensions: charity as a righteous deed (amal shaleh); philanthropy grounded in the theology of Al-Ma’un; and charity as a humanitarian act, all of which are institutionalized through organizations such as LAZISMU and waqf management. The findings indicate that Islamic philanthropy in this context functions as an integrated socio-legal mechanism to strengthen civil society, expand access to social services, and contribute to inclusive national development. Furthermore, this practice reflects a dynamic interlegal space where state law, religious norms, and social practices interact and reinforce one another. This study contributes by developing a cognitive-empirical and interlegal perspective on Islamic philanthropy, while offering a contextual analysis of the Muhammadiyah philanthropy ecosystem. Implicitly, strengthening institutional capacity and regulatory synergy can enhance the role of religion-based philanthropy in addressing social inequality and supporting sustainable development.
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