GUS DUR AND THE REINTERPRETATION OF SANTRI EPISTEMOLOGY: A STUDY ON THE INTEGRATION OF ISLAMIC TRADITION AND CONTEMPORARY THOUGHT

Abstract

This study focuses on exploring the reinterpretation of santri epistemology through the perspective of Gus Dur, an influential Indonesian scholar and leader. Gus Dur is recognized not only as a president but also as a thinker who contributed to integrating Islamic traditions with modern dynamics. The aim of this research is to examine how Gus Dur reformulated santri epistemology to address contemporary demands and how he integrated classical Islamic values with modern ideas and ideologies.In this study, the author analyzes Gus Dur's contributions to the evolution of santri epistemology by assessing his innovative approaches to understanding knowledge. The research also evaluates the impact of this integration on pesantren education and its implications for the broader society, particularly in the context of pluralism and social reform. Through this examination, the author hopes to reveal the significant yet underexplored contributions of Gus Dur in bridging the gap between traditional and modern knowledge. The study aims to provide new perspectives on how Islamic traditions can adapt to contemporary changes without losing their essence. This research is expected to offer valuable contributions to the academic discourse on santri epistemology and provide fresh insights for the development of contemporary Islamic education and culture.(Abdullah, 2016) Keywords: Gus Dur, Santri Epistemology, Reinterpretation, Islamic Tradition, Contemporary Thought.