About

Munakahat is a scholarly journal published by the Department of Family Law, Faculty of Sharia and Law, Institut Miftahul Huda Al Azhar Kota Banjar, West Java, Indonesia, focusing on Islamic family law, but not limited to: Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance, Dowries, Guardianship, Human Rights, Parental Authority, Adoption, Wills, Religious Court Decisions, Gifts, Endowments, Zakat, Infaq, Charity, and Islamic Economics. The journal serves as an academic platform for researchers, lecturers, students, and legal practitioners to publish research, analyses, and case studies related to Islamic family law.

Current IssueVol 1, No 2 (2025): June Edition

Published June 27, 2025

Issue Description

Munakahat: Journal of Islamic Family Law, ISSN (Online) 3090-9317
Volume 1, Issue 2 (June 2025)
Theme: Islamic Family Law in the Age of Digital Disruption and Global Plurality

This second issue of Munakahat: Journal of Islamic Family Law explores the evolving landscape of Islamic family law amid rapid technological innovation, socio-cultural transformation, and global legal pluralism. With contributions from scholars across diverse geographies—including Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, and South Korea—this edition offers interdisciplinary perspectives on the critical challenges and innovations shaping Muslim family institutions today.

Key articles featured in this issue include:

 “Integrating Rukyatul Hilal Practices and Islamic Family Law: A Case Study i... More

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Writing Style Guide

Munakahat: Journal of Islamic Family Law

Introduction

Munakahat: Journal of Islamic Family Law provides this comprehensive style guide to assist authors in preparing manuscripts for submission. This guide ensures consistency, clarity, and adherence to academic and ethical standards. Authors are kindly requested to follow these instructions closely to streamline the review and publication process.

1. Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts should be arranged in the following order:

  • Title: Must be in English

  • Author(s): Full name(s), affiliation(s), and valid email address(es)

  • Abstract: 150–250 words summarizing the background, objectives, methods, results, and implications

  • Keywords: 3–5 keywords reflecting the core themes

  • Introduction

  • Methodology

  • Results and Discussion

  • Conclusion

  • References

2. Formatting

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

  • Line spacing: Single (1.0)

  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides

  • Use consistent heading levels (Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.)

3. Abstract and Keywords

  • The abstract must concisely describe the research background, purpose, methodology, main findings, and significance.

  • Keywords should be specific and relevant for indexing purposes.

4. Citation and References

  • Follow APA 7th Edition style strictly for citations and references.

  • In-text citation format: (Author, Year), e.g., (Ahmad, 2022).

  • References list must be alphabetical and complete.

Example of journal article citation:
Ahmad, Z. (2022). Islamic inheritance law in modern contexts: A comparative study. Journal of Islamic Legal Studies, 15(2), 123–135. https://doi.org/10.1234/jils.v15i2.5678

5. Tables and Figures

  • Number tables and figures consecutively (Table 1, Figure 1, etc.)

  • Include clear titles and cite them in the manuscript text

  • Provide sources for tables or figures if applicable

6. Language

  • Manuscripts must be written in English

  • Use formal, clear, and grammatically correct language

  • Professional proofreading is recommended

7. Plagiarism and Originality

  • Manuscripts must be original works

  • Similarity index must not exceed 15%, verified by anti-plagiarism software

8. Reference Management

  • Authors are required to use reference management tools such as Mendeley or Zotero for citation and bibliography formatting