MODEL KEPEMIMPINAN SAYYIDINA ALI BIN ABI THALIB DALAM PERSPEKTIF NAHJ AL-BALĀGHAH: ANALISIS HISTORIS-NORMATIF DAN RELEVANSINYA TERHADAP TATA KELOLA PEMERINTAHAN MODERN

Abstract

This study reconstructs the leadership model of Sayyidina Ali ibn Abi Talib based on Nahj al-Balāghah through a historical-normative approach and examines its relevance to modern governance principles. While previous studies have predominantly adopted descriptive and sectoral perspectives, limited research has systematically formulated a conceptual leadership model derived from primary classical sources. This research employs qualitative methods with thematic content analysis of Nahj al-Balāghah, complemented by contemporary scholarly literature.The findings reveal that Ali’s leadership is grounded in moral-transcendental legitimacy, which manifests operationally in three core pillars: moral integrity, substantive justice, and participatory deliberation (shura). These pillars are institutionalized through public accountability mechanisms and ultimately contribute to the realization of good governance characterized by transparency, rule of law, social justice, and public trust.The study contributes theoretically by proposing an integrative circular leadership model that bridges theological legitimacy, ethical governance, and institutional accountability. Practically, the model offers a normative framework for strengthening value-based leadership in contemporary governance systems.