Author Guidelines
The editorial board of Senarai: Journal of Islamic Heritage and Civilization invites submissions of original research articles that meet the following guidelines:
- Manuscript Originality and Exclusivity: Submitted manuscripts must be original works that have not been previously published, are not currently under consideration by other journals, and will not be submitted elsewhere during the review process. Authors are required to include a separate signed statement confirming the originality of their manuscript and explicitly stating that it contains no instances of plagiarism.
- Scope of Publication: Senarai publishes scholarly research within the interdisciplinary fields of Social and Islamic Studies. Articles that contribute novel insights and advance current understanding within these areas are particularly encouraged.
- Language, Formatting, and Length: Manuscripts must be written in either English, Arabic, or Indonesian, adhering to rigorous academic language, standard academic writing conventions, and a clear, logical structure. The manuscript should be formatted on A4 paper, with single-line spacing throughout. The total length of the manuscript, including all references, figures, and tables, should be between 6,000 and 10,000 words. see template on here
- Article Structure: Submitted articles should follow a standard essay format, comprising the following distinct sections in sequential order:
- Title: A concise and informative title, with a maximum of 15 words.
- Abstract: A structured abstract (200-350 words each for English and Indonesian) that clearly articulates the research aims, methodological approach, key findings/results, and the main conclusion(s) of the study.
- Keywords: A selection of 3-5 pertinent keywords that accurately reflect the article's content for indexing purposes.
- Introduction: A comprehensive introduction (approximately 2-3 pages, without subsections) that establishes the broader academic context and background of the research, provides a critical review of relevant prior scholarship, clearly identifies the specific research gap(s) being addressed, states the research hypothesis (if applicable), and outlines the methodological framework employed (integrated within the narrative, not as a separate subsection). The introduction should conclude with a clear and concise statement of the expected outcomes or objectives of the article/research.
- Discussion: A detailed and critical analysis and interpretation of the research findings, presented in a structured manner using subchapters to enhance clarity and logical flow. This section should thoroughly address the research questions and relate the findings to existing literature.
- Conclusion: A succinct summary of the major findings and their broader implications, directly derived from the discussion section. Authors are strongly advised to avoid mere repetition of information presented in earlier sections.
- References: A complete and accurately formatted list of all sources cited within the manuscript.
- Typography of Proper Names and Geographical Locations: Authors are requested to use Garamond font for the entire manuscript. Special attention should be paid to the spelling of proper names, particularly Indonesian personal names, names of newspapers, institutions, and organizations. These should be consistently rendered in their original spelling, even if historical variations exist (e.g., Sukarno, Soeharto, Poerbatjaraka, Ki Hadjar Dewantara, Zoetmulder, Margono Djojohadikusumo). In contrast, all geographical names should be presented using their contemporary, standard spellings.
- Submission of Figures, Tables, and Maps: If the manuscript includes figures, tables, or maps, these should be uploaded as separate electronic files. These should be numbered consecutively (e.g., Figure 1, Table 1) and explicitly referred to within the main text. The actual figures and tables should not be embedded directly within the manuscript file. Authors should clearly indicate the desired placement of each figure or table within the text (e.g., ‘Figure x about here’). Maps should be treated as figures and numbered accordingly. All visual elements (line drawings, photographs, maps) must be submitted as high-resolution source files, with a minimum resolution of 150 dpi for photographs and 300 dpi for line work images, at the intended final reproduction size. Authors are responsible for ensuring the high quality of all images, including clarity, sharpness, and legibility of any embedded text. Captions and sources for all figures should be provided in the main text immediately following the placement indication (e.g., ‘Figure x about here: Caption of the figure. Source: Author’s data or cited source’).
- Reference Style and Formatting: The journal adheres strictly to the American Psychological Association (APA) Style guidelines for all citations and the reference list. The reference list should appear at the end of the article and include only the works explicitly cited within the manuscript, arranged alphabetically and then chronologically. Authors are strongly encouraged to utilize reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote to ensure accurate formatting. Examples of the required APA Style reference format are provided below:
- Asmara, M., & Kurniawan, R. (2019). Polygami Practices of Khulafa al-Rasyidin: A Classical Turast Study. Justicia Islamica, 16(2), 320. https://doi.org/10.21154/justicia.v16i2.1558
- Febriyarni, B., Yarmunida, M., & Asmara, M. (2021). Jual Beli Tanaman Monstera Adansonii di Indonesia Perspektif Hukum Islam. Al-Istinbath: Jurnal Hukum Islam, 6(1), 60. https://doi.org/10.29240/jhi.v6i1.2469
- az-Zuhaili, W. (2011). Fiqih Islam Wa Adillatuhu (Vol. 3). Gema Insani Press.
- Asmara, M. (2016). Reinterpretasi Makna Jihad Dan Teroris. Al-Istinbath: Jurnal Hukum Islam, 1(1), 65. http://dx.doi.org/10.29240/jhi.v1i1.87
- Online Submission: Articles must be submitted as soft copy files in either .doc or .docx format through the journal's Online Submission page.
- Online Manuscript Submission Procedure: All manuscripts must be submitted electronically via the Online Submission System accessible on the journal’s website. The submission process involves the following five sequential stages:
- Start: Select the appropriate Journal Section and carefully review and check all the mandatory checklists to ensure compliance with the submission requirements.
- Upload Submission: Upload the primary manuscript file(s) in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
- Enter Metadata: Provide comprehensive author information (including full names and affiliations), the complete article title, a well-written abstract, and a list of relevant indexing keywords.
- Upload Supplementary Files: Upload any supplementary materials, such as data sets, figures, tables (if preferred as separate files), or the signed statement of originality.
- Confirmation: Review all entered information for accuracy and completeness, and then click the “Finish Submission” button to finalize the submission.
Peer Review Process
Senarai: Journal of Islamic Heritage and Civilization is committed to the publication of high-quality scholarly articles that offer significant contributions to the understanding of Social Welfare and related fields within Islamic Studies. To maintain rigorous academic standards, the journal employs a double-blind peer review process, ensuring the anonymity of both the authors and the reviewers throughout the evaluation. The specific steps of our editorial process are outlined below:
- Initial Screening: All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial assessment by the Editor-in-Chief to determine their suitability for the journal’s scope, adherence to basic submission requirements, and compliance with ethical guidelines, including a plagiarism check. Manuscripts that do not meet these fundamental criteria are rejected at this stage.
- Reviewer Assignment: Manuscripts that successfully pass the initial screening are then assigned to a relevant section editor, who will identify and invite at least two experts in the field to serve as reviewers.
- Peer Review: The assigned reviewers critically evaluate the scholarly merit, methodological rigor, and overall quality of the manuscript, providing their detailed feedback and a recommendation regarding its publication to the Editor-in-Chief.
- First Decision: Upon receiving the recommendations from the reviewers, the Editor-in-Chief makes an initial decision, which may be to reject the manuscript, request revisions (either minor or major), or accept it in its current form. Accepted manuscripts are returned to the submitting author for final proofreading. The final decision on the acceptance of a manuscript rests with the Editor-in-Chief, based on the section editor’s recommendation and with the approval of the editorial board.
- Revision: Manuscripts requiring revisions are returned to the submitting author, who is typically granted a period of up to four weeks to address the reviewers’ comments and suggestions and revise the manuscript accordingly. The revised manuscript is then reassessed by the section editor to determine whether the revisions are adequate, appropriate, and have sufficiently addressed the reviewers’ concerns. If the revisions are deemed unsatisfactory, further revisions may be requested.
- Final Decision: Following the revision process, the manuscript is either accepted or rejected for publication, depending on the section editor’s judgment of whether the manuscript has been improved to a level that meets the journal’s publication standards. Manuscripts that fail to adequately address the required revisions or do not meet the journal’s quality standards will be rejected.
- Language Editing: Once a manuscript is formally accepted for publication, it is returned to the submitting author for a final round of editing to ensure clarity, accuracy, and appropriate academic language.
- Publication: Congratulations! The accepted and finalized articles are then scheduled for publication in an upcoming issue of Senarai: Journal of Islamic Heritage and Civilization
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