Concept Al-Hadith Al-Mawdu’iy as a Method of Collecting and Analyzing Research’s Data

This study aims in examining and evaluating the method of collecting and analyzing the data based on al-Hadith al-Mawdu’iyto be applied in Islamic-research based (IRB). This method of alHadith al-Mawdu’iy is one of the thematic approaches that is identifying, collecting and analyzing the hadi¯th which are related to any identified topic of discussion. By method of conventional research methodology (CRM), the techniques applied in collecting and analyzing the data are based on Western research philosophies. This methodology is frequently adopted by the researcher in the studies related to Islam and Muslims. However, the essence of this method is not adjusted thus; the current of utilized IRB is subject to be interrogated. The question aroused pertaining to this situation is; what are the most relevant approaches to be conducted in analyzing the information regarding the issue of Islam and Muslims? In answering this question, this study has an objective. Its objective is to analyze and deduce the application of collecting and analyzing techniques through the approach of al-Hadi¯th al-Mawdu’iy in IRB. This library research is adopting content analysis for the purpose of analyzing all the data collected. Via this approach, it is regarded as the most appropriate to be conducted in IRB owing to two justifications. First, approach of al-Hadith al-Mawdu’iy is compatible to be utilized in IRB due to the primary sources of Islam are al-Qur’an and al-Hadith. Meanwhile, the second factor is because of its functions in identifying, collecting, and analyzing data of IRB is in accord to current demand.