The dialectic of fiqh understanding and the female Imam-Khatib tradition in Balingka, West Sumatra, Indonesia

This study aimed to determine the relationship between fiqh understanding and women’s religious role in tradition of female priests preachers (imam-khatib) Balingka, West Sumatra, Indonesia. A qualitative approach was used with data obtained through interviews informants, including (imam), scholars, village guardians, community leaders, women figures Balingka. Furthermore, documentation observation were also collect data. The results showed a dynamics role. moderate makes practice imam-khatib persist, supporting its recognition, acceptance. Conversely, radical thoughts make criticized challenged. shift brings this an end after lasting for almost century Islam socialized by Salafis television internet media shifted from style, bringing end. Consequently, are marginalized their roles subordinate men’s roles.