Rasyidiyah Khalidiyah

Rasyidiyah Khalidiyah, commonly known as RAKHA or Ponpes Rakha, is an Islamic educational foundation and pesantren (Islamic boarding school) based in Pakapuran, Amuntai Utara, Hulu Sungai Utara Regency, South Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is one of the oldest and most historically significant Islamic educational institutions in South Kalimantan. The institution began as a modest house and grew into a large foundation and pesantren complex. It was founded by Tuan Guru Haji Abdurrasyid on 13 October 1922 (12 Rabi'ul Awwal 1341 H). RAKHA's educational mission is to become a center for tafaqquh fiddin (deep understanding of religion), competitiveness, and noble character. Its approach includes developing textual sciences (tahlil al-nash) in Islamic studies rooted in classical and contemporary texts, promoting Islamic thought, and integrating pesantren culture with knowledge, behavior, and skills relevant to social development. The foundation also emphasizes aqidah and Islamic philosophy through education, research, and community service. Today, RAKHA operates a wide range of educational units: Raudatul Atfal (kindergarten), childcare, Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (elementary), Madrasah Sanawiyah Normal Islam for boys and girls (junior high), Madrasah Aliah Normal Islam for boys and girls (senior high), Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI, Islamic college), Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Qur'an (STIQ, Quranic college), and Ma'had Aly (specialist Islamic higher education). The foundation also runs a postgraduate program (S2) in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at STAI RAKHA, which began its inaugural lecture in September 2026. The institution remains active in religious and social activities, including commemorations such as Hari Santri Nasional and community events. As a private foundation, RAKHA is not listed on any stock exchange. It is governed by a foundation board (Dewan Pengurus Yayasan) and continues to expand its educational offerings, maintaining its position as a key Islamic educational hub in the region.

Rasyidiyah Khalidiyah, commonly known as RAKHA, was founded on 13 October 1922 (12 Rabi'ul Awwal 1341 H) by Tuan Guru Haji Abdurrasyid in Pakapuran, Amuntai Utara, Hulu Sungai Utara Regency, South Kalimantan. It began as a simple house and gradually developed into a foundation and pesantren. It is recognized as one of the oldest and most historically significant Islamic educational institutions in South Kalimantan. Over the decades, RAKHA expanded its educational offerings. It established various levels of education, including Raudatul Atfal (kindergarten), childcare, Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (elementary), Madrasah Sanawiyah Normal Islam for boys and girls (junior high), Madrasah Aliah Normal Islam for boys and girls (senior high), Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI), Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Qur'an (STIQ), and Ma'had Aly. The foundation also developed a postgraduate program (S2) in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at STAI RAKHA, which began its inaugural lecture on 5 September 2026. The institution has maintained a strong emphasis on traditional Islamic scholarship, combining classical texts with contemporary thought. Its mission is to become a center for tafaqquh fiddin (deep understanding of religion), competitiveness, and noble character. RAKHA continues to be active in community events, such as the National Santri Day commemorations and its own anniversary celebrations, including the 99th anniversary in 2021. As a private foundation, it is governed by a foundation board and remains a key educational hub in the region.

• Founded by Tuan Guru Haji Abdurrasyid in Pakapuran, Amuntai Utara, South Kalimantan.

• Commemorated the 4th National Santri Day with a Taaruf Parade.

• Celebrated the 99th anniversary of Ponpes Rakha.

• Inaugural lecture of the S2 PAI postgraduate program at STAI RAKHA.

One of the oldest and most historically significant Islamic educational institutions in South Kalimantan, offering comprehensive Islamic education from early childhood to higher education.

• Raudatul Atfal (kindergarten)

  Early childhood education unit.

• Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (elementary school)

  Primary education unit.

• Madrasah Sanawiyah Normal Islam (junior high school)

  Junior secondary education for boys and girls separately.

• Madrasah Aliah Normal Islam (senior high school)

  Senior secondary education for boys and girls separately.

• Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI)

  Higher education institution for Islamic studies.

• Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Qur'an (STIQ)

  Higher education institution specializing in Quranic studies.

• Ma'had Aly

  Specialist Islamic higher education institution.

• Postgraduate program (S2) in Islamic Religious Education (PAI)

  Master's program at STAI RAKHA, started in 2026.

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3. 3Rasyidiyah Khalidiyah - Wikipedia Bahasa Banjarbjn.wikipedia.org