Welcome to the online Khatulistiwa Journal of IAIN Pontianak. The Khatulistiwa Journal, run by the Institute of Research and Community Service (LP2M) of IAIN Pontianak, is a journal of Dirasah Islamiyah or Islamic Studies. The Journal provides opportunities for scholars to submit scientific papers in the field of Islamic religious studies which will be published online. The internet connection will add to the richness of information and scientific knowledge derived mainly from research. The Journal is published twice a year, well documented in the form of books, which include a variety of scientific papers by writers of various backgrounds. In addition, we also have partners from overseas who will review each article before publication. Each article or scientific paper published in this Journal will definitely be useful to all visitors and readers.