The Tradition of Ma Anta Do'a in the Celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's Birthday from the Perspective of Islamic Law Sociology in Ganggo Hilia Village, Bonjol District

Abstract

The Ma Anta Do'a tradition is a local form of celebration of the Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid al-Nabi) practiced by the Muslim community in Ganggo Hilia Village, Bonjol District, Pasaman Regency. This tradition involves each family's obligation to bring a jamba (food dish) to the mosque and the restriction of women's entry after the procession. This study aims to analyze the implementation of this tradition from the perspective of the sociology of Islamic law. The study used a qualitative approach with field research, while data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results indicate that this tradition serves as a means of strengthening social solidarity, preserving local culture, and expressing love for the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). However, several practices within this tradition raise normative issues, particularly regarding the obligation to bring a jamba and the restriction of women from entering the mosque. From the perspective of Receptie Exit, customary practices must remain in line with Islamic law. Within the concept of 'urf, the obligation to bring a jamba can be categorized as 'urf sahih as long as it does not burden the community, while restricting women from entering the mosque has the potential to be 'urf fasid' because it contradicts the principle of justice in Islam. This research emphasizes the importance of reconstructing religious traditions while maintaining harmony between local culture and Islamic legal values.