Author Guidelines

Submission Criteria for IU Journal

  1. The paper must be scientific and focused on reviews of related problems in classical disciplines—such as Qur’anic exegesis (tafsīr), Hadith studies, theology (kalām), philosophy, and Sufism (taṣawwuf)—the journal encourages critical approaches that address contemporary issues, including: ⁠2) The transformation of Islamic theology in response to modernity, coloniality, and globalization, 2) ⁠⁠Contemporary reinterpretations of Islamic ethics, ritual, and authority, 3) Vibrant Islamic practices in various social and institutional settings,⁠ 4) ⁠The role of media, technology, and performance in shaping Islamic expressions, and 5) Postcolonial, decolonial, and critical-theoretical approaches to Islamic theology
  2. The manuscript must present original work grounded in systematic research and supported by a critical and contributive review of relevant literature, demonstrating a clear scholarly contribution to the development and advancement of Islamic studies.
  3. Articles should be in English, original, research-based, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
  4. Required structure: title, author's name, institution, email, abstract, keywords, content, references.
  5. Title must be clear, precise (max 20 words), without academic titles.
  6. Formatting: MS Word, Times New Roman 12pt, single spaced, A4 paper (6,000-8,000 words).
  7. Abstract requirements:
    • Research papers: 150-200 words including title, purpose, method, findings
    • Non-research papers: title, purpose, discussion
  8. Include 3-5 keywords.
  9. References must use Turabian Style (endnotes and bibliography).
  10. Papers will be reviewed and edited without changing substantial content.