STUDI ISLAM KEINDONESIAAN

In general, this subject is designed to train the students to understand the development of Islam in Indonesia. Islam has contributed very significantly to the progress of the nation both in its cultural and philosophical values. Since its establishment as a cultural power in about early 13^th century, Islam has played an influential role in outlining the way of life for the nation. Thus, Islam became an instrumental force through a series of waves: international trade, the establishment of Muslim sultanates, and social movements. Although Indonesia is not an Islamic state, Islamic principles have strongly influenced political decision making and, in a broader sense, social structure and general culture as well.