Wakaf di negeri Johor: latar belakang dan potensi

Abstract

Waqf is a practice that is encouraged in Islam. In Malaysia, wakaf is under the jurisdiction of the state. This makes the wakaf management and administrative background of each state quite unique. Johor is one of the states that achieved the best achievement in waqf. This article discusses the background of wakaf practices implemented in the state of Johor, including the historical, legal, and management perspectives. Also discussed about the achievement of wakaf in the state of Johor and the forms of potential wakaf to be developed in the future. This study is qualitative. Data collection using library methods and data was analyzed based on 'content analysis' approach. It is found that the achievement of wakaf in Johor is very good especially in terms of the increase in value of waqf assets. Similarly, the Wakaf Shares and Waqf Shares that’s have currently implemented are very potential to be developed and ensure the sustainability of wakaf institutions.