MADRASAH IDRISIAH SEBAGAI MODEL INSTITUSI PENDIDIKAN GERAKAN ISLAH DI MALAYSIA MADRASAH IDRISIAH AS A MODEL OF ISLAH MOVEMENT EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IN MALAYSIA

Abstract

History has witnessed that Madrasahs or religious schools were the birthplace of many prominent scholars as well as fighters for the independence. There are several educational institutions that have made significant contributions as early as the 20th century and among them is Madrasah Idrisiah in Perak. As compared to other educational institutions, Madrasah Idrisiah is unique as it was founded by Sultan Idris Mursyidul Adzam Shah I who dedicated his wealth to develop the Madrasah based on the concept of waqf. Madrasah Idrisiah has its own tradition and approach to education that uphold the idea of ​​integration of knowledge. Along with its 100th anniversary (1922-2022), Madrasah Idrisiah has made a very meaningful contribution to the Islah Movement in Malaysia by producing open-minded and rational thinkers who become agents of enlightenment and change in society. Madrasah Idrisiah has proven that the religious education system founded by the Sultan and supported by the Ulama that emphasizes on the integration of knowledge is highly relevant and able to make a significant contribution to the Islah movement. This article uses qualitative research methods by using data collection methods and analyzing information from existing references.