The Existence of Religious Studies in Sharia Regions: West Sumatra and Aceh

So far, there have been many studies on the dynamics and development of religious in Indonesia. In general, study covers at least two major themes, namely historical methodological studies. Generally, existing are dominantly based reflection Religious Studies Yogyakarta, Jakarta Bandung. However, it is not common to discuss other areas such as West Sumatra Aceh, which sharia regions This paper aims find out how existence Department UIN Imam Bonjol Padang Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh. Using a case qualitative research method, this article shows that Studies, both still exist their respective regions. Although well known by public, contribution life has provided place balance people The real contributions made Aceh are, first, increasing inclusiveness; second, driving force moderation; third, activists discourse tolerance; fourth, inter-religious dialogue.