Transformation of the Israʾ Miʿrāj Story in Modern Southeast Asia

Key Points

• This research aims to analyze the transformation of Islamic tales, particularly the Israʾ Miʿrāj story, in modern Southeast Asia.
• Conducted a comparative study of various Southeast Asian Kitabs.
• Utilized narrative analysis to examine local stories and their global influences.
• Investigated cultural dynamism in the context of Islamic tales.
• Identified significant local adaptations of the Israʾ Miʿrāj story.
• Revealed interactions between local traditions and global Islamic narratives.
• Demonstrated a rich dynamic of storytelling in Southeast Asian cultures.