JAWI SCRIPT AS A LEGACY OF ISLAMIC CIVILIZATION IN MALAY LANDS
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Jawi Script, Islamic Civilization, Cultural HeritageAbstract
The Jawi script is a significant form of cultural and intellectual heritage in the history of Islamic development in the Malay region. Since the arrival of Islam in the 13th century, Jawi has served as the primary tool for spreading religion, education, administration, and literary works. This article focuses on research regarding the contribution of Jawi script in shaping the scientific and cultural identity of the Malay community and analyzes various elements that have led to its decline in use in the modern era. The method used in this research is qualitative-descriptive, relying on literature analysis and historical studies. The findings of the analysis show that the Jawi script is more than just a medium of written communication, but also symbolizes the process of Islamization and cultural fusion between the Middle East and local traditions in the archipelago. However, the phenomena of globalization, modernization of the education system, and the dominance of the Latin script have caused changes in the function of Jawi in everyday life. This study emphasizes the importance of revitalizing Jawi script through education, digitization, and cultural preservation efforts so that it remains a relevant part of the Islamic civilization heritage in the Malay Archipelago
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