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Academic Works

Publications

Books, journal articles, and academic studies connecting Islamic spirituality with social issues, education, welfare, and civilizational development.

01

Intellectual Context

Budi Rahman Hakim, S.Ag., M.S.W., Ph.D. is an academic, author, senior journalist, and spiritual mentor working at the intersection of Islamic studies, Sufism, social welfare, media, and civilizational development. He is a lecturer at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, a senior journalist at Rakyat Merdeka Media Group, and the founder and caregiver of JAGAT 'ARSY Civilization Boarding School in BSD Serpong, South Tangerang, Indonesia.

Budi Rahman Hakim is a prolific author whose works focus on Sufism, Sufi orders, Neo-Sufism, Islamic social welfare, character education, social da'wah, and the transformation of contemporary Muslim society.

02

Featured Books

Eight works presenting BRH's thought on Sufism, Sufi orders, character education, Neo-Sufism, social welfare, political economy, and the future of civilization.

An Overview of the History of Sufism and Sufi Orders
2025Islamic Studies / Spirituality / History

An Overview of the History of Sufism and Sufi Orders

This book presents the long historical journey of Islam's inner dimension, from the spiritual foundations of the Prophet's era and the Companions to the transformation of Sufism in the modern world. Budi Rahman Hakim maps how tazkiyah al-nafs developed into Sufi orders and spiritual communities with real social impact.

Key Points

  • The roots of Sufism, from early ascetic practice to organized Sufi orders.
  • Central concepts such as ma'rifah, tazkiyah, and dhikr.
  • Classical and contemporary debates on the originality of Sufism in Islam.

Readers

  • Students and lecturers of Islamic studies, Sufism, and civilizational history.
  • Researchers of Neo-Sufism and contemporary Sufi orders.
READ POSTeast
Sufi Ethics
2025Islamic Studies / Education / Spirituality

Sufi Ethics

Character Education Based on the Curriculum of Sufi Orders

This book offers a character education paradigm in which ethics are not merely rules of behavior, but the fruit of inner purification and alignment with divine light. Through dhikr, adab, and spiritual guidance, it connects classical Sufi wisdom with contemporary educational needs.

Key Points

  • Ethics as the fruit of tazkiyatun nafs and spiritual discipline.
  • Dhikr, adab, and spiritual mentorship as foundations of human formation.
  • Sincerity, patience, divine love, service, and self-examination as pillars of character.

Readers

  • Educators and practitioners of character education.
  • Spiritual mentors and pesantren caregivers.
READ POSTeast
Introduction to Sufism
2025Islamic Studies / Sufism / Philosophy

Introduction to Sufism

Conceptual Foundations, Philosophical Frameworks, and Contemporary Relevance

This book invites readers to understand Sufism as a rigorous discipline, not merely devotional practice or spiritual escape. Budi Rahman Hakim brings together ontological, epistemological, and axiological foundations to explain human nature, the structure of spiritual being, and the path toward ma'rifah through reason and adab.

Key Points

  • Sufism as a discipline with conceptual and philosophical foundations.
  • A map toward personal wholeness and inner tranquility.
  • Engagement with al-Ghazali, al-Qushayri, Ibn Arabi, and Chittick.

Readers

  • Students and educators who need a structured reference.
  • Santri seeking to strengthen traditional spiritual understanding.
READ POSTeast
Sufinomic
2026Economics / Politics / Socio-Religious Thought

Sufinomic

Political-Economic Pillars for an Advanced and Prosperous Indonesia

Sufinomic proposes a vision of national development that is modern, ethical, and spiritually grounded. The book argues that development failure is not only political or economic, but also spiritual when morality is neglected and human beings are reduced to instruments of production and consumption.

Key Points

  • Development rooted in spirituality and public ethics.
  • A critique of reducing human beings to production and consumption.
  • Alignment between political-economic rationality and moral clarity.

Readers

  • Policy makers and observers of national development.
  • Scholars of political economy and socio-religious thought.
READ POSTeast
Actualization of Neo-Sufism
2025Islamic Studies / Sociology of Religion / Sufism and Sufi Orders

Actualization of Neo-Sufism

A Case Study of The Tariqa Qadiriyya Naqshabandiyya Pondok Pesantren Suryalaya

This English-language academic book examines how the Tariqa Qadiriyya Naqshabandiyya of Pondok Pesantren Suryalaya has remained resilient, relevant, and dynamic in modernity. Covering 1980-2020, it shows Neo-Sufism as an active force linking spiritual piety with social, economic, and political engagement.

Key Points

  • The evolution of Neo-Sufism from spiritual tradition to dynamic modern movement.
  • Multidimensional engagement of Sufi followers in social and economic life.
  • A case study of TQN Suryalaya across 1980-2020.

Readers

  • International researchers and Indonesianists.
  • Lecturers and graduate students in religious studies and Islamic anthropology.
READ POSTeast
The Resurgence of Sufi Islam
2026Islamic Studies / Sociology of Civilization / Spirituality

The Resurgence of Sufi Islam

Spirituality, Modernity, and the Future of Civilization

This book reads the resurgence of Sufi Islam as a response to modern existential crisis, social fragmentation, and digital disruption. Budi Rahman Hakim presents Sufism as a way of life that shapes social ethics, strengthens character, and cultivates true awareness for the future of civilization.

Key Points

  • Sufism as a remedy for spiritual emptiness and fading empathy in the digital age.
  • From dhikr gatherings to social ethics and service.
  • Character transformation as a foundation for civilization's future.

Readers

  • Academics, lecturers, and students of religion and civilization.
  • Sufi readers and seekers exploring the relevance of spiritual practice.
READ POSTeast
Why Follow a Sufi Path?
2015Sufism / Sufi Orders / Islamic Spirituality

Why Follow a Sufi Path?

An Expressway Toward Allah

This book responds to the spiritual thirst of modern people who often experience inner dryness amid material abundance. KH B. Rahman Hakim presents the Sufi path as a practical, disciplined, and guided way to purify the heart, enliven remembrance, and rediscover the path back to Allah.

Key Points

  • The metaphor of the Sufi path as a spiritual expressway toward Allah.
  • The relationship between sharia, tariqa, and haqiqa as an integrated religious path.
  • The importance of dhikr, tazkiyatun nafs, spiritual lineage, and a guiding mursyid.

Readers

  • Readers seeking spiritual depth and inner tranquility.
  • Santri, seekers, and Sufi community members who want to understand the path of tariqa.
READ POSTeast
Rethinking Social Work Indonesia
2010Social Welfare / Social Work / Social Policy

Rethinking Social Work Indonesia

A Critical Exploration

This book invites readers to rethink the direction of social work in Indonesia through a critical examination of its history, characteristics, polarization, and welfare trends. Budi Rahman Hakim and Tantan Hermansyah argue that Indonesian social work must be rooted in local realities, communal values, religiosity, and the lived social experience of its communities.

Key Points

  • A critique of uncritical adoption of Western social work theories.
  • A historical reading of the profession and practice of social work in Indonesia.
  • The importance of indigenous social work rooted in local wisdom and mutual assistance.

Readers

  • Students and lecturers of social welfare or social work.
  • Professional social workers, volunteers, and NGO activists.
READ POSTeast
03

Additional Bibliography

menu_book

2006

Theology of Poverty Alleviation

menu_book

2014

The People Are Not Yet Free

menu_book

2015

Rethinking Social Work Indonesia

menu_book

2015

Why Follow a Sufi Path?

menu_book

2015

Penetrating Space and Time, Vol. 1-2

menu_book

2017

Kanzul 'Arsy, Vol. 1-5

menu_book

2018

Guidance for Thoriqoh Prayer

menu_book

2021

The Boundless Ocean Series, Vol. 1-9

menu_book

2024

An Overview of Sufism and Sufi Orders

menu_book

2025

Genealogy of Neo-Sufism in Indonesia: From Asceticism to Social Activism

menu_book

2025

Sufi Ethics: Character Education Based on Sufi Orders

menu_book

2025

Introduction to Sufism: Conceptual Foundations, Philosophical Frameworks, and Contemporary Relevance

menu_book

2026

The Resurgence of Sufi Islam: Spirituality, Modernity, and the Future of Civilization

menu_book

2026

Sufinomic: Political-Economic Pillars for an Advanced and Prosperous Indonesia

04

Journal Articles

2014

Karakteristik dan isu-isu social work mutakhir di Indonesia

Empati: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial, 3(1).

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2022

Sufi ritual practices and perceived mental well-being: Insights from Indonesia's COVID-19 pandemic experience

Jurnal Sosial Humaniora dan Pendidikan, 1(2), 147-163.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2022

Sufi lifestyle, spiritual resilience, and social welfare: Psychospiritual and metabolic pathways to community health in the COVID-19 era

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Agama dan Filsafat, 1(2), 196-214.

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2023

Tasawuf, nasionalisme, dan gerakan sosial: Studi spiritualitas transformasional Abah Sepuh dalam konteks kolonialisme dan kemerdekaan

Jurnal Sosial Humaniora dan Pendidikan, 2(2), 213-226.

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2023

Neosufisme sebagai etika pembangunan: Studi atas transformasi spiritual Tarekat Qadiriyah Naqsyabandiyah Suryalaya di era Orde Baru

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Agama dan Filsafat, 2(2), 267-278.

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2023

Integration of Neo-Sufism in the social welfare education curriculum in Indonesian Islamic universities

International Journal of Education, Language, Literature, Arts, Culture, and Social Humanities, 1(4), 157-167.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2024

Genealogi tarekat neosufi di Indonesia: Dari ritual eksklusif ke aksi sosial kolektif

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Ilmu Sosial, Politik dan Humaniora, 3(1), 247-259.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2024

Transformasi dari sociopreneurship ke sufipreneurship: Kerangka konseptual untuk menspiritualkan dunia kewirausahaan dalam Islam kontemporer

International Journal of Teaching and Learning, 2(9), 2695-2707.

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2024

Neo-Sufism as a social da'wah paradigm: Addressing challenges and transforming spirituality in modern Indonesia

International Journal of Educational Technology and Society, 1(3), 14-33.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Optimizing ZIS for social welfare: Integrating religious values, state policy, and the role of social workers in Indonesia

Smart Society: Community Service and Empowerment Journal, 5(1), 21-29.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Neo-Sufism and social welfare: The perspective of Indonesian Muslim social workers

EMPATI: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial, 14(1), 1-17.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Transformation of sufistic da'wah and Islamic psychotherapy through online manaqib

G-Couns: Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling, 9(3), 2278-2291.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Sufi social work dalam konteks Indonesia modern: Tinjauan tematik atas kerangka teoretis dan praktik (1990-2024)

SHARE Social Work Journal, 15(1), 1-12.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Resurgence of Sufi Islam in Indonesia: From the periphery to the center

Jurnal Ilmu Ushuludin, 12(1).

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2025

Sufism in Indonesia and its impact on the revival of Islamic social da'wah

Dakwah: Jurnal Dakwah dan Kemasyarakatan, 29(1).

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2026

From spiritual crisis to ecological ethics: Ecosufism, religious authority, and environmental governance in Indonesia

Teosofi: Jurnal Tasawuf dan Pemikiran Islam, 16(1), 166-195. https://doi.org/10.15642/teosofi.2026.16.1.114-143

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new
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© 2026 BRH Insight. Curated for the Academic Mind.

2026
Academic Works

Publications

Books, journal articles, and academic studies connecting Islamic spirituality with social issues, education, welfare, and civilizational development.

01

Intellectual Context

Budi Rahman Hakim, S.Ag., M.S.W., Ph.D. is an academic, author, senior journalist, and spiritual mentor working at the intersection of Islamic studies, Sufism, social welfare, media, and civilizational development. He is a lecturer at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, a senior journalist at Rakyat Merdeka Media Group, and the founder and caregiver of JAGAT 'ARSY Civilization Boarding School in BSD Serpong, South Tangerang, Indonesia.

Budi Rahman Hakim is a prolific author whose works focus on Sufism, Sufi orders, Neo-Sufism, Islamic social welfare, character education, social da'wah, and the transformation of contemporary Muslim society.

02

Featured Books

Eight works presenting BRH's thought on Sufism, Sufi orders, character education, Neo-Sufism, social welfare, political economy, and the future of civilization.

An Overview of the History of Sufism and Sufi Orders
2025Islamic Studies / Spirituality / History

An Overview of the History of Sufism and Sufi Orders

This book presents the long historical journey of Islam's inner dimension, from the spiritual foundations of the Prophet's era and the Companions to the transformation of Sufism in the modern world. Budi Rahman Hakim maps how tazkiyah al-nafs developed into Sufi orders and spiritual communities with real social impact.

Key Points

  • The roots of Sufism, from early ascetic practice to organized Sufi orders.
  • Central concepts such as ma'rifah, tazkiyah, and dhikr.
  • Classical and contemporary debates on the originality of Sufism in Islam.

Readers

  • Students and lecturers of Islamic studies, Sufism, and civilizational history.
  • Researchers of Neo-Sufism and contemporary Sufi orders.
READ POSTeast
Sufi Ethics
2025Islamic Studies / Education / Spirituality

Sufi Ethics

Character Education Based on the Curriculum of Sufi Orders

This book offers a character education paradigm in which ethics are not merely rules of behavior, but the fruit of inner purification and alignment with divine light. Through dhikr, adab, and spiritual guidance, it connects classical Sufi wisdom with contemporary educational needs.

Key Points

  • Ethics as the fruit of tazkiyatun nafs and spiritual discipline.
  • Dhikr, adab, and spiritual mentorship as foundations of human formation.
  • Sincerity, patience, divine love, service, and self-examination as pillars of character.

Readers

  • Educators and practitioners of character education.
  • Spiritual mentors and pesantren caregivers.
READ POSTeast
Introduction to Sufism
2025Islamic Studies / Sufism / Philosophy

Introduction to Sufism

Conceptual Foundations, Philosophical Frameworks, and Contemporary Relevance

This book invites readers to understand Sufism as a rigorous discipline, not merely devotional practice or spiritual escape. Budi Rahman Hakim brings together ontological, epistemological, and axiological foundations to explain human nature, the structure of spiritual being, and the path toward ma'rifah through reason and adab.

Key Points

  • Sufism as a discipline with conceptual and philosophical foundations.
  • A map toward personal wholeness and inner tranquility.
  • Engagement with al-Ghazali, al-Qushayri, Ibn Arabi, and Chittick.

Readers

  • Students and educators who need a structured reference.
  • Santri seeking to strengthen traditional spiritual understanding.
READ POSTeast
Sufinomic
2026Economics / Politics / Socio-Religious Thought

Sufinomic

Political-Economic Pillars for an Advanced and Prosperous Indonesia

Sufinomic proposes a vision of national development that is modern, ethical, and spiritually grounded. The book argues that development failure is not only political or economic, but also spiritual when morality is neglected and human beings are reduced to instruments of production and consumption.

Key Points

  • Development rooted in spirituality and public ethics.
  • A critique of reducing human beings to production and consumption.
  • Alignment between political-economic rationality and moral clarity.

Readers

  • Policy makers and observers of national development.
  • Scholars of political economy and socio-religious thought.
READ POSTeast
Actualization of Neo-Sufism
2025Islamic Studies / Sociology of Religion / Sufism and Sufi Orders

Actualization of Neo-Sufism

A Case Study of The Tariqa Qadiriyya Naqshabandiyya Pondok Pesantren Suryalaya

This English-language academic book examines how the Tariqa Qadiriyya Naqshabandiyya of Pondok Pesantren Suryalaya has remained resilient, relevant, and dynamic in modernity. Covering 1980-2020, it shows Neo-Sufism as an active force linking spiritual piety with social, economic, and political engagement.

Key Points

  • The evolution of Neo-Sufism from spiritual tradition to dynamic modern movement.
  • Multidimensional engagement of Sufi followers in social and economic life.
  • A case study of TQN Suryalaya across 1980-2020.

Readers

  • International researchers and Indonesianists.
  • Lecturers and graduate students in religious studies and Islamic anthropology.
READ POSTeast
The Resurgence of Sufi Islam
2026Islamic Studies / Sociology of Civilization / Spirituality

The Resurgence of Sufi Islam

Spirituality, Modernity, and the Future of Civilization

This book reads the resurgence of Sufi Islam as a response to modern existential crisis, social fragmentation, and digital disruption. Budi Rahman Hakim presents Sufism as a way of life that shapes social ethics, strengthens character, and cultivates true awareness for the future of civilization.

Key Points

  • Sufism as a remedy for spiritual emptiness and fading empathy in the digital age.
  • From dhikr gatherings to social ethics and service.
  • Character transformation as a foundation for civilization's future.

Readers

  • Academics, lecturers, and students of religion and civilization.
  • Sufi readers and seekers exploring the relevance of spiritual practice.
READ POSTeast
Why Follow a Sufi Path?
2015Sufism / Sufi Orders / Islamic Spirituality

Why Follow a Sufi Path?

An Expressway Toward Allah

This book responds to the spiritual thirst of modern people who often experience inner dryness amid material abundance. KH B. Rahman Hakim presents the Sufi path as a practical, disciplined, and guided way to purify the heart, enliven remembrance, and rediscover the path back to Allah.

Key Points

  • The metaphor of the Sufi path as a spiritual expressway toward Allah.
  • The relationship between sharia, tariqa, and haqiqa as an integrated religious path.
  • The importance of dhikr, tazkiyatun nafs, spiritual lineage, and a guiding mursyid.

Readers

  • Readers seeking spiritual depth and inner tranquility.
  • Santri, seekers, and Sufi community members who want to understand the path of tariqa.
READ POSTeast
Rethinking Social Work Indonesia
2010Social Welfare / Social Work / Social Policy

Rethinking Social Work Indonesia

A Critical Exploration

This book invites readers to rethink the direction of social work in Indonesia through a critical examination of its history, characteristics, polarization, and welfare trends. Budi Rahman Hakim and Tantan Hermansyah argue that Indonesian social work must be rooted in local realities, communal values, religiosity, and the lived social experience of its communities.

Key Points

  • A critique of uncritical adoption of Western social work theories.
  • A historical reading of the profession and practice of social work in Indonesia.
  • The importance of indigenous social work rooted in local wisdom and mutual assistance.

Readers

  • Students and lecturers of social welfare or social work.
  • Professional social workers, volunteers, and NGO activists.
READ POSTeast
03

Additional Bibliography

menu_book

2006

Theology of Poverty Alleviation

menu_book

2014

The People Are Not Yet Free

menu_book

2015

Rethinking Social Work Indonesia

menu_book

2015

Why Follow a Sufi Path?

menu_book

2015

Penetrating Space and Time, Vol. 1-2

menu_book

2017

Kanzul 'Arsy, Vol. 1-5

menu_book

2018

Guidance for Thoriqoh Prayer

menu_book

2021

The Boundless Ocean Series, Vol. 1-9

menu_book

2024

An Overview of Sufism and Sufi Orders

menu_book

2025

Genealogy of Neo-Sufism in Indonesia: From Asceticism to Social Activism

menu_book

2025

Sufi Ethics: Character Education Based on Sufi Orders

menu_book

2025

Introduction to Sufism: Conceptual Foundations, Philosophical Frameworks, and Contemporary Relevance

menu_book

2026

The Resurgence of Sufi Islam: Spirituality, Modernity, and the Future of Civilization

menu_book

2026

Sufinomic: Political-Economic Pillars for an Advanced and Prosperous Indonesia

04

Journal Articles

2014

Karakteristik dan isu-isu social work mutakhir di Indonesia

Empati: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial, 3(1).

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2022

Sufi ritual practices and perceived mental well-being: Insights from Indonesia's COVID-19 pandemic experience

Jurnal Sosial Humaniora dan Pendidikan, 1(2), 147-163.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2022

Sufi lifestyle, spiritual resilience, and social welfare: Psychospiritual and metabolic pathways to community health in the COVID-19 era

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Agama dan Filsafat, 1(2), 196-214.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2023

Tasawuf, nasionalisme, dan gerakan sosial: Studi spiritualitas transformasional Abah Sepuh dalam konteks kolonialisme dan kemerdekaan

Jurnal Sosial Humaniora dan Pendidikan, 2(2), 213-226.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2023

Neosufisme sebagai etika pembangunan: Studi atas transformasi spiritual Tarekat Qadiriyah Naqsyabandiyah Suryalaya di era Orde Baru

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Agama dan Filsafat, 2(2), 267-278.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2023

Integration of Neo-Sufism in the social welfare education curriculum in Indonesian Islamic universities

International Journal of Education, Language, Literature, Arts, Culture, and Social Humanities, 1(4), 157-167.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2024

Genealogi tarekat neosufi di Indonesia: Dari ritual eksklusif ke aksi sosial kolektif

Jurnal Riset Rumpun Ilmu Sosial, Politik dan Humaniora, 3(1), 247-259.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2024

Transformasi dari sociopreneurship ke sufipreneurship: Kerangka konseptual untuk menspiritualkan dunia kewirausahaan dalam Islam kontemporer

International Journal of Teaching and Learning, 2(9), 2695-2707.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2024

Neo-Sufism as a social da'wah paradigm: Addressing challenges and transforming spirituality in modern Indonesia

International Journal of Educational Technology and Society, 1(3), 14-33.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Optimizing ZIS for social welfare: Integrating religious values, state policy, and the role of social workers in Indonesia

Smart Society: Community Service and Empowerment Journal, 5(1), 21-29.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Neo-Sufism and social welfare: The perspective of Indonesian Muslim social workers

EMPATI: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial, 14(1), 1-17.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Transformation of sufistic da'wah and Islamic psychotherapy through online manaqib

G-Couns: Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling, 9(3), 2278-2291.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Sufi social work dalam konteks Indonesia modern: Tinjauan tematik atas kerangka teoretis dan praktik (1990-2024)

SHARE Social Work Journal, 15(1), 1-12.

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Resurgence of Sufi Islam in Indonesia: From the periphery to the center

Jurnal Ilmu Ushuludin, 12(1).

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2025

Sufism in Indonesia and its impact on the revival of Islamic social da'wah

Dakwah: Jurnal Dakwah dan Kemasyarakatan, 29(1).

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new

2026

From spiritual crisis to ecological ethics: Ecosufism, religious authority, and environmental governance in Indonesia

Teosofi: Jurnal Tasawuf dan Pemikiran Islam, 16(1), 166-195. https://doi.org/10.15642/teosofi.2026.16.1.114-143

VIEW DOCUMENTopen_in_new
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