CONFLICT RESOLUTION ACCORDING TO SHAYKH MISBAH BIN AL-MUSHTAFA IN HIS WORK "AL-IKLIL LI MA'ANI AL-TANZIL": A Study of Trends in Qur'anic Exegegis in Indonesia

Abstract

Sulh according to Misbah is an attempt to reconcile between two groups in conflict. All efforts devoted to this peace process are obligation. Influences of thoughts of Misbah bin Zainul Musthofa about sulh for peace and conflict resolution in Indonesia are sulh is to face splitting or disagreeing in opinion, sulh is did with obeying the rules set by the government and sulh is realized with dialogue and openness. Thoughts of sulh of KH. Misbah bin Zainul Musthofa for peace and security in Indonesia have significant influence, especially in the northern coastal areas of the Java Island. This is caused by four things: firstly is the translation arrangements by Misbah are very much and can be accessed by the public. Secondly is emotional relationship that is built up between local leaders and its citizens based on the relationship of leaders (ulama) and their followers. Thirdly is scholars’ kinship networks in the form of family or students bonds. Finally is the scholars with their advantages and knowledge’s are seen as people who will always be able to understand the greatness of God and the secrets of nature in order that they are considered having unreachable position in society.