Muhammad Rizkita
Student | Researcher | Mentor
Graduate in Islamic Philosophy currently pursuing an MA in International Affairs at Boston University. His research interests centre on religious violence, Islam & politics, diplomacy and global policy.
My Thoughts
Addressing Jeremy Menchik's Godly Nationalism
Drawing on José Casanova’s theory of secularism, the piece contends that Menchik’s framing could not clarify the degree of secularism rejection. Also obscures local realities.
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Kuntowijoyo’s Scientification of Islam & Post‑Secular Society
Revisits Kuntowijoyo’s concept of scientification of Islam and discusses how demystifying Qur’anic discourse can make Islamic thought relevant in post‑secular society.
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Between Isothymia and Megalothymia
Uses Francis Fukuyama’s concept of thymos to show how religious identity politics in Indonesia reflect both the desire for equal recognition (isothymia) and the quest for superiority (megalothymia).
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Love for All, Hatred for None
Investigates the Ahmadiyah principle “Love for All, Hatred for None” and shows how the community responds with compassion and non‑retaliation despite persecution.
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Productive Intolerance & Utilitarianism
Introduces the concept of productive intolerance, rooted in utilitarianism, and argues that sanctioning intolerant groups may be justified when it promotes the greater good.
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Tracing Secularism, Religion & Violence
Examines how religion, violence and secularism interact, arguing that religious violence often stems from deeper socio‑political forces and comparing Western and Islamic secularism.
Read moreMy Activities
How to write paper?
July 2-3 2024 – Hadith and Tafseer student club (Masters).
Youth Researcher Training Program (Berejo)
August 4–5 2025. Online session with high school participants sharing research insights.
Youth Researcher Training Program (Berejo)
August 4–5 2025. Interactive session encouraging student engagement and public speaking.
National Essay Competition (Judge)
November 13 2024 – Exact Research Club. Served as judge for the Exact Essay Cup, evaluating creative student essays.
Basic Research & Training House (BIRTH)
October 12–13 2024 – Exact Research Club. Mentored participants on research writing and personal development.
Thesis Acceleration Seminar
July 20–21 2024 – Dept. of Islamic Philosophy, UIN Sunan Kalijaga. Seminar to accelerate thesis completion for final semester students.
Paper Coaching Seminar
June 13 2024 – AT Student Club. Guided students through the process of submitting articles to academic journals.
Research School
May 4–5 2024 – Exact Research Club. Revitalised writing skills and inspired creative, innovative research among participants.
Lectures Note
Helsinki Final Act: Relevant, or Relic?
From there, the conversation turned to the broader significance of the Helsinki Final Act and the evolution of the Organization for Security and Co operation in Europe (OSCE).
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American Illusions of Regional Order?
Although the U.S. still maintains influence through proxy states such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE, its overall power has declined to an arguably irrecoverable level..
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Invansion of Cuba: The Failed Battle that Changed Latin History?
“If your life is threatened hundreds of times and you survive, people around you start to see you as a kind of demi-god—a ‘superhero’—and it only boosts your popularity.”
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