Articles submitted for publication must adhere to the following guidelines:
1. Article Eligibility
a. Articles submitted must be original, unpublished, and not under review in any other journal or publishing platform.
b. Articles must be based on research, including library studies, fieldwork, or other rigorous scholarly investigations.
c. Articles must adhere to the focus and scope of IJIL and, where applicable, align with the designated thematic issue.
d. Articles will be selected by the editorial team based on originality, scholarly contribution, and relevance to the journal’s scope.
e. The editorial team will employ similarity-check software to ensure originality, with a plagiarism tolerance threshold of 15%.
f. Authors must also comply with IJIL’s Generative AI Policies regarding responsible use and disclosure of AI-assisted technologies.
2. Author Registration and Submission
a. Prior to submission, authors must register with IJIL’s open web journal system.
b. All submissions must include the Statement of Authenticity form, signed and uploaded during the submission process. This form confirms that the article is original and free from plagiarism, redundancy, fabrication, falsification, and conflicts of interest.
3. Language and Format
a. Articles must be submitted in English (British) or Arabic (Fusħah).
b. Indonesian authors are required to submit a bilingual version (English and Indonesian).
c. Manuscripts should be 6,000–9,000 words, excluding the title, abstract, and references. Exceptions may be considered for articles with outstanding scholarly contributions.
d. Use Palatino Linotype, font size 12, and line spacing 1.15 on A4 paper with 3 cm margins on all sides (excluding the title, affiliation, email, and abstract, which use single spacing/1.0).
e. Acceptable file formats: OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, RTF, or WordPerfect. LaTeX and PDF files are not accepted.
4. Article Structure
a. Articles must follow the official IJIL template downloaded here.
b. The required structure is as follows:
• Title—recommended to integrate formal object (obyek formil), material object (obyek materil), and research context, so that the scope and focus of the study are clearly reflected
• Author(s) name(s) (without academic titles), city(s), country(ies), and corresponding email.
• Abstract (150–250 words) in English and Indonesian
• Keywords in English
• Introduction
• Methodology
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• Bibliography
5. Figures, Tables, and Illustrations
a. Tables and diagrams must be sequentially numbered, with the title above each item.
b. Tables should be centred, single-spaced, with bold headings.
c. Figures must be submitted in JPG or PNG format.
d. Foreign language terms should be italicised, with Arabic-Latin transliteration following IJIL style.
6. References and Citations
a. All references must follow the Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition (author-date); See the IJIL example – Citation and Reference Style, which may be managed using Mendeley or Zotero.
b. Include at least 45 references, with no more than 10 from local publications. The remainder should be international sources.
c. Preference is given to references from Scopus- or Web of Science-indexed journals.
d. For national (Indonesian) journals, references must come from articles published in journals accredited at least SINTA 3 or higher.
e. Bibliographies must be alphabetically arranged and include primary sources (books, manuscripts, interviews, observations) and updated secondary sources (peer-reviewed books or journals).
Book Review Guidelines
The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Law (IJIL) welcomes book reviews that critically engage with recent publications in the fields of Islamic law, family law, law and society, and other relevant areas.
Structure
Book reviews must be organised in the following sections:
1. Abstract (100–150 words)—a concise summary of the book, its central theme, and the review's contribution.
2. Introduction—an overview that situates the book in its scholarly context, explaining its significance and relevance to the study of Islamic law.
3. Themes and Arguments—a systematic discussion of the book’s core themes, structure, and arguments. This section should go beyond mere description by highlighting the author’s methodology, analytical approach, and engagement with broader scholarly debates.
4. Conclusions—a critical assessment of the book’s strengths, limitations, and scholarly contribution, with reflections on its relevance for national and global Islamic legal studies.
Length
• Book reviews should be between 1,500–2,500 words (excluding title, abstract, and references).
• A margin of ±10% is allowed for complex or multi-volume works.
Technical Requirements
• Reviews must be analytical rather than descriptive.
• Complete bibliographic information about the book (title, author, publisher, year, pages, ISBN) must appear at the beginning of the review.
• References and in-text citations must follow the IJIL citation style.
• Book reviews must be written in English or Arabic, in line with IJIL’s bilingual policy.
Practical Note (Research Note) Guidelines
The Indonesian Journal of Islamic Law (IJIL) welcomes practical notes that address specific legal issues, policies, or practices relevant to Islamic law and society. These contributions are intended to provide concise yet rigorous analyses that bridge scholarly debates with practical applications in Muslim contexts.
Structure
Practical notes must be organised in the following sections:
1. Abstract (150–200 words) — should establish the practical context of the issue, outline the aim of the note, briefly indicate the approach or method (if applicable), highlight the main insights, and present the recommendations.
2. Introduction (3 paragraphs, approx. 500–700 words) — should present the practical issue, explain its significance within Islamic law, and state the objectives and scope of the note.
3. Background / Context (1–2 paragraphs, approx. 300–500 words) — should provide a concise account of the case, policy, or practice under discussion, supported by brief data, documents, or observations.
4. Practical Insights/Analysis (2–3 paragraphs, approx. 500–800 words) — should offer a critical analysis grounded in Islamic law, identify key challenges or gaps, and, if relevant, include comparative perspectives from other jurisdictions.
5. Recommendations / Implications (1–2 paragraphs, approx. 300–500 words) — should provide clear and actionable recommendations for academics, policymakers, or practitioners, and emphasise the broader implications for Islamic law and society.
6. Conclusion (max. 2 paragraphs, approx. 200–300 words) — should summarise the main points and reaffirm the scholarly and practical significance of the note.
Length
• Practical Notes should be between 2,500–5,000 words (excluding title, abstract, and references).
• A margin of ±10% is allowed for particularly complex issues.
Technical Requirements
• References: a minimum of 10 academic sources (journal articles, books, or official documents).
• Citation style: Chicago 18th edition (Author–Date, in accordance with IJIL’s policy).
• Font & Style: Palatino Linotype, 12 pt, spacing 1.15.
• Language: English (British). Non-English terms must be italicised.
• Similarity: maximum 15% (Turnitin).
• Disclosure: any use of AI-generated text must be explicitly declared.
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