Serambi Madina: Journal of Islamic Studies is an academic journal committed to advancing Islamic scholarship in a comprehensive, in-depth, and contemporary manner. Published by STAIN Mandailing Natal, this journal serves as an open platform for researchers, scholars, and practitioners to present their best scientific work and engage in discussions on emerging issues in the fields of Islamic Education, Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education, Hadith Studies, Qur’anic and Tafsir Studies, Islamic Law, as well as Islamic Social, Tradition, and Cultural Studies. With a strong commitment to integrative perspectives and high scientific standards, Serambi Madina applies a rigorous and objective review process for every manuscript, including similarity checks with a maximum tolerance of 25%, in accordance with scholarly publication standards. Published twice a year, in April and October, the journal strives to remain a credible, inspiring, and impactful academic forum contributing to the development of Islamic studies in the contemporary era.
Serambi Madina: Journal of Islamic Studies was established under the auspices of the State Islamic College of Mandailing Natal, located in Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Mandailing Natal—long known as the “Gateway to Mecca” in North Sumatra—carries a rich religious and intellectual heritage that has become a strong source of inspiration for the birth of this dignified scholarly platform.
Founded on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, coinciding with the celebration of National Teachers’ Day of the Republic of Indonesia, the journal stands as a tribute to the noble role of educators who serve as pillars of the nation’s progress. This historic moment underscores that education, knowledge, and the dedication of teachers are the essential foundations of a thriving civilization.
Serambi Madina Journal aspires to be a medium of active contribution for lecturers, researchers, and educational practitioners in advancing scientific literacy grounded in integrity. Through the publication of research that aligns with academic standards and legal regulations in Indonesia, the journal is committed to fostering a scholarly culture that is ethical, robust, and responsive to societal needs.
With the spirit of enlightening and empowering, Serambi Madina emerges as an academic forum that opens new horizons for the development of knowledge in Mandailing Natal, North Sumatra, and Indonesia at large.