About the Journal

KITABHAK: Journal of Islamic Family Law and Islamic Criminal Law is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the study and development of Islamic legal scholarship, particularly in the fields of Islamic family law (ahwal al-syakhshiyyah) and Islamic criminal law (fiqh jinayah). The journal is committed to promoting high-quality research that reflects both classical and contemporary perspectives in Islamic law.

The name KITABHAK represents a meaningful integration of kitab—symbolizing the rich intellectual heritage of kitab kuning and the foundational sciences of pesantren—and hak (rights), which reflects the principles of justice embedded in Islamic family and criminal law. This combination illustrates the journal’s commitment to positioning classical Islamic texts as primary sources of knowledge while addressing modern issues of justice, rights, and legal practice.

The journal serves as a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore the relevance of pesantren-based knowledge in responding to contemporary legal challenges. It encourages interdisciplinary approaches that connect Islamic law with social, cultural, and legal studies in both local and global contexts.

KITABHAK Journal publishes original research articles, conceptual papers, and critical studies, and upholds rigorous peer-review standards and ethical publication practices to ensure academic integrity and scholarly contribution.