Tanèyan Lanjhâng as a representation of ecotheology based on Madurese local wisdom: Integrating the values of transcendence, ecology, and Islamic education

Purpose – This study examines the ecotheological meanings of Tanèyan Lanjhâng, a traditional Madurese residential compound, and explores its implications for contextual Islamic education. Although previous studies have discussed its architectural, familial, and sociocultural dimensions, the relationships among residential space, religious practices, human–environment interactions, and Islamic educational values require further contextual interpretation.Design/methodology/approach – This research employed a qualitative case study approach in Buddagan I Hamlet, Larangan Luar Village, Pamekasan, East Java, Indonesia. Data were collected in early 2025 through interviews with three key informants, direct field observation, and photographic documentation. The data were organized into thematic categories and interpreted through an ecotheological perspective, with interview accounts compared against observable architectural features.Design/methods/approach –Findings – The findings identify three interconnected dimensions. First, the kobhung functions as a religious and social space associated with family worship and interaction. Second, the arrangement of residential houses reflects extended-family relationships, while the communal courtyard connects domestic activities within the compound. Third, these spatial and cultural characteristics offer opportunities for interpreting transcendence, social responsibility, and human–environment relationships as potential resources for contextual Islamic education.Research Implications – The study did not measure environmental performance or evaluate educational interventions. Its contribution therefore lies in providing a context-specific ecotheological interpretation of Madurese local wisdom and identifying conceptual implications for Islamic education rather than establishing a validated educational model.