Agus Salim SyukranEducation of “Free-Minded” at Pondok GontorOne of the educational mottos at Pondok Gontor is to be free-minded. How is this jargon implemented amidst the view that Islamic boarding…4d ago4d ago
Agus Salim SyukranIndonesia’s Pseudo-IndependenceEvery August the Indonesian people celebrate their country’s independence anniversary, but are they truly independent?Aug 71Aug 71
Agus Salim SyukranAdvantages of Studying at Islamic Boarding SchoolsIslamic boarding schools are now becoming increasingly popular with the public. Why is that?Aug 21Aug 21
Agus Salim SyukranIslamic Boarding Schools in IndonesiaPondok Pesantren is the oldest model of Islamic educational institutions in Indonesia. However, it is still popular with the public because…Jul 28Jul 28
Agus Salim SyukranThe Awakening of Islam, Past and PresentThis article was published in Himmah magazine (12/1984), displayed here to continue the previous writing, “An Article That Stole Kyai’s…Jul 171Jul 171
Agus Salim SyukranAn Article That Steals Kyai’s AttentionNothing makes a student prouder than a teacher’s appreciation. That’s what I experienced 40 years ago.Jul 13Jul 13
Agus Salim SyukranTwo Faces of AshuraAshura has two opposite faces. Sunnis consider it a happy day, while Shiites a sad one. How come?Jul 111Jul 111
Agus Salim SyukranThe Origin of the Islamic CalendarWhen and how was the Islamic calendar made? How important is it?Jul 73Jul 73
Agus Salim SyukranIslamic New Year Celebration, between Religion and TraditionThe 1st of Muharram is known as the Islamic New Year. Some Muslims celebrate it, but others don’t. Why?Jul 51Jul 51
Agus Salim SyukranThree Groups Responding to the Different Day of ArafahDifferent decisions in determining the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah may give rise to legal problems. Should the Muslims outside Saudi Arabia…Jul 21Jul 21