PRINCIPLES OF ISLAMIC MODERATION IN INDONESIA FROM USHUL FIQH PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

Indonesia with its various tribes, races, customs, traditions, culture, languages, beliefs and beliefs can be united under Pancasila ideology. This is a gift that must be appreciated by safeguarding and caring for it so that the nation is not divided by extreme and radical beliefs that have surfaced along with the advance of information and communication technology. Under this circumstance, a solution is needed to serve as a filter in society life. Furthermore, Islamic moderation functions as a stronghold and antidote to ward off such beliefs. From Islamic perspective, moderation is known as wasathiyah or moderate Islam, namely an alternative way that is far from the frame of violence, peace-loving, tolerant. It maintains noble values and accepts every change and renewal for the common good. This study aimed to reveal the principles of Islamic moderation from the perspective of ushul fiqh. The principles included: (1) Tawassuth (taking the alternative way), (2) Tawazun (balance), (3) I’tidal (straight and firm position), (4) Tasamuh (tolerance), (5) Musawah (equality), (6) Shura (deliberation), (7) Ishlah (reform), (8) Aulawiyah (priority), (9) Tathawwur wa ibtikar (dynamic and innovation), (10) Tahadhdhur (civility). In the study of ushul fiqh, the discussion of moderation is summarized in three parts, namely: (1) Maslahah mursalah, (2) Istihsan, and (3) ‘Urf.