The Islamic Knowledge Approach as a Qualitative Data Analysis Method in Islamic-Based Research

Abstract

The qualitative data analysis is an important component in conventional research method (CRM) and also Islamic-based research Method (IBRM) methods. The qualitative data analysis method is inappropriate when used as an IBR method because it lacks elements of tasawur, epistemology and analytical tools. Hence, what is deficient in the qualitative data analysis method and is Islamic knowledge suitable as an Islamic-based qualitative research method. This study intended to identify the deficiencies in the qualitative data analysis method and review literature related to the use of Islamic knowledge as an Islamic-based qualitative research method. This qualitative study collected data from previous studies related to the Islamic-based research method and analysed the data using the dilalah analysis method. Findings show that methods in the usul al-fiqh, Hadith and tafsir, which are constituents of Islamic knowledge, should be highlighted as data analysis methods in Islamic-based research.