Putri Sri Rizqi, Umi Kultsum

Menelusuri Integrasi Fungsi Estetika dan Etika dalam Membaca Al-Qur’an

Introduction

Menelusuri integrasi fungsi estetika dan etika dalam membaca al-qur’an. Menelusuri integrasi estetika & etika dalam membaca Al-Qur'an. Temukan hubungan keindahan suara (tajwid, maqamat) dengan ketulusan untuk spiritualitas & karakter moral Islami.

Abstract

The Qur’an is not only a source of law and moral guidance for Muslims but also a manifestation of harmony between aesthetics and ethics that shapes human spirituality. This study aims to explore the integration of aesthetic and ethical functions in Qur’anic recitation (tilawah), examining the relationship between the beauty of voice and the nobility of character in articulating the divine revelation. Using a descriptive qualitative method through a literature study, the research finds that the aesthetic aspect is reflected in the application of tajwid, melodic arrangement (maqamat), vocal beauty, and rhythmic harmony. Meanwhile, the ethical aspect is expressed through sincerity, humility, respectfulness in recitation, and the embodiment of Qur’anic values in daily life. The findings reveal that true beauty in Qur’anic recitation lies not merely in the pleasantness of the voice or technical mastery but in the purity of intention and spiritual depth of the reciter. The integration of aesthetics and ethics serves as a crucial foundation for nurturing spiritual depth, moral character, and cultural appreciation of the Qur’an, particularly in the context of Islamic education and da’wah. Thus, reading the Qur’an with both aesthetic and ethical awareness is not only an artistic expression but also an act of worship that unites beauty, morality, and devotion to Allah SWT in a holistic manner.

Review

This paper addresses a highly significant and nuanced topic within Islamic studies, proposing to explore the vital integration of aesthetic and ethical functions in Qur'anic recitation (tilawah). The framing of the Qur'an as a manifestation of harmony between these two dimensions, crucial for shaping human spirituality, immediately establishes the study's relevance. By examining the relationship between the beauty of voice and the nobility of character in articulating divine revelation, the research promises a holistic understanding that moves beyond superficial interpretations of recitation. The chosen descriptive qualitative method through a literature study appears well-suited for this conceptual and theological exploration. The abstract effectively delineates the distinct yet interconnected aspects that constitute this integration. On the aesthetic front, the study identifies technical elements such as tajwid, melodic arrangement (maqamat), vocal beauty, and rhythmic harmony. Crucially, it balances these with ethical considerations, including sincerity, humility, respectfulness in recitation, and the embodiment of Qur'anic values in daily life. The core finding—that true beauty in recitation transcends mere vocal pleasantness or technical mastery, residing instead in purity of intention and spiritual depth—is particularly profound and well-articulated. This emphasizes the spiritual and moral core underpinning the performative aspects. Ultimately, the research positions the integration of aesthetics and ethics as a fundamental pillar for nurturing spiritual depth, moral character, and cultural appreciation of the Qur'an. Its implications are particularly pertinent for Islamic education and *da’wah*, offering a framework for teaching and practicing recitation that is both artistically rich and ethically grounded. This paper promises to offer a valuable contribution by reinforcing the idea that reading the Qur’an is not just an artistic expression but a comprehensive act of worship, harmonizing beauty, morality, and devotion to Allah SWT in a truly holistic manner.

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