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International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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ISSN: 2222-6990

The Relationship between the Ulama and Malay Intellectuals in the Development of Islamic Education in Perak, 1922-1999

Nor Adina Abdul Kadir, Mohd Farhan Abd Rahman , Mohamad Shafiei Ayub

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v10-i4/7151

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The ulama have played an important role in the intellectual development in the Malay Archipelago. They have significantly and meaningfully contributed in spreading knowledge, confirming to the foundation of Islamic teachings, which is fundamentally the emphasis of knowledge. History has shown that the involvement of Malay ulama when it comes to their writings as well as their role in the development of educational institutions have left a major impression on the excellence of the Malay community civilization in Malay Archipelago. As such, this paper will be focusing on the role and contribution of Malay ulama in the educational and intellectual development in Perak, especially in Madrasah Idrisiah Bukit Chandan Kuala Kangsar Perak. The establishment and development of Madrasah Idrisiah were closely related to the role of sultan and a number of prominent ulama who were the catalysts to the intellectual development of the madrasa. Based on this, the study will attempt to highlight the role of the respective ulama, as they were also very influential and proactive in the propagation of Islam in Perak.