Papers by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
Al-Jami'ah: Journal of Islamic Studies, 2013
This paper tries to present a new perspective on Islamic faith and Muslim identity to Muslim mino... more This paper tries to present a new perspective on Islamic faith and Muslim identity to Muslim minorities who are challenged in practicing or following Islamic law in non-Islamic countries or non-Muslims in the contemporary world. It will uncover the multidimensional perspective of the concept of faith based on sin (dhanb) and repentance (tawbah) through the mystical philosophy of a Syrian scholar, Abd al-Ghanī al-Nābulusī (d. 1143/1741) of the 18th century Ottoman Damascus who contributed to the field of Sufism particularly based on Ibn ' Arabī's thought of waḥdat al-wujūd (oneness of being) and insān kāmil (the perfect man). Nābulusī believes that anyone who lived during the inexistence of prophet's revelation, inhabited an isolated place cut off from information about Islam, or lived in dār al-ḥarb and did not make a hijra to dār al-islām could not be regarded as sinful in their deeds. However, faith in Allah is essential and infidelity is not forgiven regardless whether or not they live in dār al-islām or dār al-ḥarb. Further, Nābulusī insists that true faith can be achieved by understanding the sin of existence; the ignorance of the difference of existence between Allah and men. [Artikel ini menjelaskan identitas keberagamaan umat Islam minoritas yang dituntut untuk menerapkan syariat, namun harus hidup di negara non-muslim, dengan mendiskusikan perspektif multidimensional terhadap konsep dosa dan tobat khususnya konsep waḥdat al-wujūd dan insān kāmil yang dikembangkan oleh Abd al-Ghanī al-Nābulusī (1143/1741), seorang
Nihayet Dergisi, 2020
Japonya ile hemhâl olan hemen herkesin çok iyi bildiği bir şey vardır: manga. Japon ekonomisine c... more Japonya ile hemhâl olan hemen herkesin çok iyi bildiği bir şey vardır: manga. Japon ekonomisine ciddi katkı sunan ve aynı zamanda kültür endüstrisinin de önemli bir parçası mangayı, çoğu insan eğlence amaçlı okuyor olabilir. Fakat tüm dünyada milyonlarca takipçisi olan bu çizgi romanlar, aynı zamanda İslam kültürünün tanıtılmasına da katkı sunabilir mi? Bu soruya evet cevabını veren biri var: Qayyim Naoki Yamamoto. On bir yıl önce Müslüman olan Yamamoto, mangadaki temalar üzerinden Japon toplumuna tasavvufu tanıtan ve bunu yaparken de aynı zamanda Türk toplumuna kendi değerlerini hatırlatan bir akademisyen. İbn Haldun Üniversitesi Medeniyetler İttifakı Enstitüsü Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Qayyim Naoki Yamamoto ile manga kültürü ve tasavvuf üzerine konuştuk.
İmâm Birgivî (d. 981/1573) is universally recognized to have inspired the seventeenth century Isl... more İmâm Birgivî (d. 981/1573) is universally recognized to have inspired the seventeenth century Islamic reform movement called the Ḳadızadeli movement. Several studies have been conducted on this movement; however, little is known about Birgivî’s thoughts, especially his attitude towards Taṣawwuf (Sufism), and therefore, discussion on this particular topic is difficult. This paper aims to discuss Birgivî’s concept of Taṣawwuf and its link to social ethics. Birgivî’s Taṣawwuf firmly followed the Quran, Sunna and Sharī‘a, and he strongly condemned the deviated Sufis who never respected these laws. In his magnum opus al-Ṭarīqa al-Muḥammadīyah (The Path of Muḥammad), he emphasizes the importance of controlling outer Muslim practices and the inner heart, stating that the latter is of utmost importance for all Muslims, since the heart is where all deeds originate. Birgivî’s Taṣawwuf focuses on these ethical aspects. To provide an elaborate discussion on Birgivî’s perspective of Taṣawwuf, this paper focuses on his criticism not only against Sufis but also against the ‘ulamā’ (jurists). Birgivî tackled the issue of asking money in return for reciting the Quran, which often caused a judicial problem between the people and ‘ulamā’. He denied its legitimacy not only from a strict Hanafi perspective but also from the perspective of Taṣawwuf, stating that the corruption of the hearts of the ‘ulamā’ was behind the issue. He believed that a “true” Sufi who deals with the science of ethics (‘ilm al-akhlāq) could fix this corruption. This study shows that Birgivî’s discourse on Taṣawwuf is not limited to the discussion of the thoughts and practices of Sufis but it also covers judicial issues. Birgivî believed that a Sufi is someone who has mastered the science of ethics, and who attempts to solve various social issues related to the inner corruptions of Muslims.
This paper will examine Ottoman Islamic scholar, Imām Birgivī. It will further discuss Birgivī's ... more This paper will examine Ottoman Islamic scholar, Imām Birgivī. It will further discuss Birgivī's understanding of Sufis and taṣawwuf (Sufism). Studies on the Ottoman Empire have been mainly focused on its historical aspects, and its ideological aspects have been neglected.
al-jami'ah
This paper tries to present a new perspective on Islamic faith and Muslim identity to Muslim mino... more This paper tries to present a new perspective on Islamic faith and Muslim identity to Muslim minorities who are challenged in practicing or following Islamic law in non-Islamic countries or non-Muslims in the contemporary world. It will uncover the multidimensional perspective of the concept of faith based on sin (dhanb) and repentance (tawbah) through the mystical philosophy of a Syrian scholar, Abd al-Ghani al-Nabulusi (d. 1143/1741) of the 18th century Ottoman Damascus who contributed to the field of Sufism particularly based on Ibn ‘Arabi’s thought of wahdat al-wujud (oneness of being) and insan kamil (the perfect man). Nabulusi believes that anyone who lived during the inexistence of prophet’s revelation, inhabited an isolated place cut off from information about Islam, or lived in dar al-Harb and did not make a hijra to dar al-islam could not be regarded as sinful in their deeds. However, faith in Allah is essential and infidelity is not forgiven regardless whether or not they live in dar al-islam or dar al-Harb. Further, Nabulusi insists that true faith can be achieved by understanding the sin of existence; the ignorance of the difference of existence between Allah and men.
Conference Presentations by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
This presentation aims to compare two great traditions of self-cultivation in Japanese and Islami... more This presentation aims to compare two great traditions of self-cultivation in Japanese and Islamic culture. Various studies had showed that ethical values of a certain tradition are often linked with others'. Each is unique in its own ways comprising universal code of ethical values such as mutual respect, fairness, and trustworthiness.
I would like to frame this presentation as a comparative study between Japanese culture of ethics (Bushido/武士道) and Islamic Futuwwa. Bushido is commonly known as unstipulated ethical code among Samurai class. Amidst the westernization that struck Japan in the late 19th century, a Japanese visionary scholar - Nitobe Inazo (1862-1933), was calling to the vital essence of Bushido to all Japanese citizens arguing that its comparable with (if not better than) the seemingly eloquent Western values. Futuwwa (or Futuvvet) is often freely translated as 'chivalry'. Although it is particularly difficult to be translated into English, futuwwa is broadly understood as an ethical code and nobility of Islam which is highly appreciated among Sufis. According to Kınalızade Ali who is an author of Ahlak-i Alai, Futuwwa was considered as an essential element of Muslims in Anatolia.
In addition to the comparison between the two ethical traditions, this presentation will further study both influence in modern society and their future prospects in build intellectual bridge between Japan and the Muslim world. Discussing ethical code of Futuwwa with Japanese Bushido（武士道) provides not only an equipotential comparative studies but also invites a global perspective in the study of cultural values.
This paper will examine the influence of Ibn Taymīya’s conception of Islamic faith in the period ... more This paper will examine the influence of Ibn Taymīya’s conception of Islamic faith in the period when Islam turned into ’something strange (garīb)’ and those who are regarded as ‘the strange minorities (Gurabā’)’. The growth of Salafi group and extremist throughout the world, including Indonesia has seized a particular interest for studies on Islamic movement. Many studies have been conducted on the influence of Ibn Taymīya on contemporary Islamic movements, but only few concerned theological influence despite the significant fact that he originated a unique Islamic view and Muslim identity for Islamic movements. This view was based on his interpretation of one hadith ‘once Islam started as something strange and turned back to something strange as it began. May goodness be upon stranger’ (bada’a al-islām garīban saya‘ūdu garīban kamā bada‘a fa ṭūbā li-l-gurabā’). Ibn Taymīya asserted that Muslim must keep Islamic faith and practice even when Islam and Muslims themselves has turned into something strange. This ‘strangeness’ can be further elaborated in various dimensions from theological level to practical level within Muslims. On theological level, Ibn Taymīya refused the common conception of strangeness or being a stranger. For him, being strange is a sign of conclusive proof of victory in this world and salvation in hereafter. On practical level, this creed is shared among Jihādist such as al-Qā‘ida and give them a firm identity that they are the true Muslim in the land ruled by positive law and Muslim dictator which both are against Islam for them. Taking into consideration a lively dynamic of both classical and contemporary Islamic studies, this paper will disclose Ibn Taymīya’s foreseeability in building a firm theological doctrine for Muslim facing challenges on keeping Islamic belief in the contemporary world.
Interdisciplinary Conference "Early Modern Trends in Islamic Theology: 'Abd al-Ghani al-Nabulusi ... more Interdisciplinary Conference "Early Modern Trends in Islamic Theology: 'Abd al-Ghani al-Nabulusi and his Network of Scholarship
at University of Tubingen
Sep 4-6, 2014
Drafts by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
Nihayet Dergisi, 2020
Nihayet Dergisi, Sayı 71, Kasım 2020, pp. 90-95. İslam Medeniyeti ile Japon Medeniyeti Arasında B... more Nihayet Dergisi, Sayı 71, Kasım 2020, pp. 90-95. İslam Medeniyeti ile Japon Medeniyeti Arasında Bağ: MANGA
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Papers by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
Conference Presentations by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
I would like to frame this presentation as a comparative study between Japanese culture of ethics (Bushido/武士道) and Islamic Futuwwa. Bushido is commonly known as unstipulated ethical code among Samurai class. Amidst the westernization that struck Japan in the late 19th century, a Japanese visionary scholar - Nitobe Inazo (1862-1933), was calling to the vital essence of Bushido to all Japanese citizens arguing that its comparable with (if not better than) the seemingly eloquent Western values. Futuwwa (or Futuvvet) is often freely translated as 'chivalry'. Although it is particularly difficult to be translated into English, futuwwa is broadly understood as an ethical code and nobility of Islam which is highly appreciated among Sufis. According to Kınalızade Ali who is an author of Ahlak-i Alai, Futuwwa was considered as an essential element of Muslims in Anatolia.
In addition to the comparison between the two ethical traditions, this presentation will further study both influence in modern society and their future prospects in build intellectual bridge between Japan and the Muslim world. Discussing ethical code of Futuwwa with Japanese Bushido（武士道) provides not only an equipotential comparative studies but also invites a global perspective in the study of cultural values.
at University of Tubingen
Sep 4-6, 2014
Drafts by NAOKI YAMAMOTO
I would like to frame this presentation as a comparative study between Japanese culture of ethics (Bushido/武士道) and Islamic Futuwwa. Bushido is commonly known as unstipulated ethical code among Samurai class. Amidst the westernization that struck Japan in the late 19th century, a Japanese visionary scholar - Nitobe Inazo (1862-1933), was calling to the vital essence of Bushido to all Japanese citizens arguing that its comparable with (if not better than) the seemingly eloquent Western values. Futuwwa (or Futuvvet) is often freely translated as 'chivalry'. Although it is particularly difficult to be translated into English, futuwwa is broadly understood as an ethical code and nobility of Islam which is highly appreciated among Sufis. According to Kınalızade Ali who is an author of Ahlak-i Alai, Futuwwa was considered as an essential element of Muslims in Anatolia.
In addition to the comparison between the two ethical traditions, this presentation will further study both influence in modern society and their future prospects in build intellectual bridge between Japan and the Muslim world. Discussing ethical code of Futuwwa with Japanese Bushido（武士道) provides not only an equipotential comparative studies but also invites a global perspective in the study of cultural values.
at University of Tubingen
Sep 4-6, 2014