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Islamic education plays an important role in forming perfect human beings through the integration of character values ​​and aqidah in the learning process. In the context of basic education, this integration is becoming increasingly relevant amidst the challenges of globalization and digital influences that can disrupt the formation of students' morals. This study aims to examine the strategy of integrating character and moral education in Islamic learning, both in face-to-face and online learning, and to evaluate its impact on the development of students' personalities. The method used is library research by analyzing relevant academic literature, both in the form of books, journals, and scientific articles. The results of the study indicate that effective integration of character and aqidah education requires the active role of teachers as role models, an adaptive curriculum, and a school environment that supports Islamic values. However, challenges such as lack of teacher training, unsystematic evaluation, and the influence of digital culture are obstacles that need to be overcome. In conclusion, the integration of character and aqidah education in Islamic learning has been proven to have a positive impact on the formation of students' morals and personalities, but its success is highly dependent on a holistic evaluation approach and the involvement of all parties, including teachers, parents, and the community.

Taxpayer compliance plays a crucial role in increasing state revenue and supporting national economic development. This study aims to examine the relationship between tax morale, tax fairness, and tax complexity on the compliance of MSME taxpayers in Denpasar City. The research was conducted on MSME taxpayers who are actively registered with the Department of Cooperatives and MSMEs of Denpasar City. A purposive sampling technique was used to select a sample of 100 respondents from a total population of 29,949 MSME taxpayers in Denpasar. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results indicate that tax morale and tax fairness have a positive and significant relationship with MSME taxpayer compliance in Denpasar City. In contrast, tax complexity shows a negative but statistically insignificant relationship with taxpayer compliance. These findings provide empirical support for the Theory of Planned Behavior and Attribution Theory, highlighting the role of individual attitudes and perceptions in fulfilling tax obligations.

The protection of justice collaborators (JC) is a vital element in the eradication of extraordinary crimes such as corruption, narcotics, and premeditated murder. However, in the practice of criminal justice in Indonesia, there is still a gap between the normative legal framework and the implementation of protection for JCs. This research aims to juridically evaluate the effectiveness of the JC protection mechanism based on national regulations and judicial practice. The method used is normative legal research with a case study approach, through analysis of legislation, court decisions, and LPSK documents. The results of the study show that weak institutional coordination, inconsistency of decisions, and lack of post-trial protection are the main obstacles. It is necessary to codify JC protection in criminal procedure law and strengthen the capacity of legal apparatus to realize comprehensive protection. This research contributes to the development of a fairer and more responsive justice system in protecting the moral courage of JCs.

The development of digital technology has brought a significant transformation in the method of delivering Islamic preaching, one of which is through TikTok social media. Habib Husein Ja'far Al-Hadar emerged as one of the young preachers who utilized this platform effectively with a unique and contextual approach. This study aims to analyze the content of the da'wah message delivered by Habib Husein Ja'far through the TikTok account @huseinjafar. This research focuses on two main problem formulations, namely how the content of the da'wah messages delivered and how the analysis of these messages in the context of da'wah communication. Through the qualitative content analysis method, it was found that Habib Husein Ja'far packaged his da'wah messages with a light approach, relevant to current trends, and used a communicative and inclusive language style. The messages contain moral, spiritual, and social values that are delivered in a brief but impactful manner, so as to attract attention and build closeness with the audience, especially the younger generation. The findings show that a social media-based da'wah strategy with an adaptive and communicative approach can increase the effectiveness of spreading Islamic values in a digital society.

This study aims to examine the values of etiquette (adab) of students towards teachers as viewed by three prominent Islamic scholars: Imam Ghazali, Imam Az-Zarnuji, and Imam An-Nawawi. Etiquette towards teachers is considered a fundamental aspect of the teacher-student relationship in Islamic education, which emphasizes not only academic achievement but also moral values and ethics. Imam Ghazali, in his works, stresses the importance of respect, humility, and sincere intention in learning. Imam Az-Zarnuji, in his book Ta'lim al-Muta'allim, offers practical guidelines on student etiquette, including how to speak and behave appropriately towards teachers. Meanwhile, Hadrotus Syaikh Hasyim Asy’ari, in Adabul Alim Wal Muta'allim, advises students to always maintain proper manners with their teachers as a form of respect for both the knowledge and its possessor. This research employs a qualitative approach with content analysis to explore and compare the views of these three scholars regarding student-teacher etiquette. The findings reveal that, despite differences in expression and detail, all three scholars agree on the significance of etiquette as a foundational element in the learning process. These values of etiquette include politeness, exemplarity, respect, and loyalty in the pursuit of knowledge. This study is expected to contribute to the development of Islamic education, particularly in strengthening the harmonious relationship between students and teachers based on the etiquette values espoused by these scholars.

This study examines the role of Humanistic Buddhism as practiced by Fo Guang Shan in building compassion-based communities through education in Indonesia. As a contemporary Buddhist movement with global development, Fo Guang Shan emphasizes the integration of values such as compassion, wisdom, and humanity into both formal and non-formal educational practices that are relevant to the social context of modern society. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this research explores in depth the implementation of Humanistic Buddhist values within educational curricula, learning activities, and various community empowerment programs involving interfaith and intercultural engagement. Data were obtained through analysis of educational activities and social practices conducted by Fo Guang Shan in Indonesia. The findings indicate that education grounded in Humanistic Buddhism contributes significantly to fostering interreligious tolerance, shaping learners’ moral character, and promoting social solidarity within Indonesia’s pluralistic society. Beyond academic aspects, Fo Guang Shan’s educational model also prioritizes the development of empathy, social responsibility, and collective awareness to encourage harmonious coexistence. This study concludes that the educational initiatives undertaken by Fo Guang Shan offer a transformative approach to building an inclusive, compassionate society oriented toward sustainable social engagement.

Bullying is a social and psychological issue that frequently occurs in elementary school settings, including madrasah ibtidaiyah. This behavior negatively affects students’ emotional, social, and academic development. This community service program aimed to provide anti-bullying education to elementary school students through interactive and Islamic value-based approaches. Activities included educational sessions, group discussions, role-playing, moral reflections, and class agreements against bullying. The program revealed students’ enthusiasm in identifying bullying behavior and understanding the importance of mutual respect. It also encouraged collective commitment through a child-friendly classroom declaration. This initiative is expected to contribute to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment for holistic student development.

This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to enhance the leadership capacity and organizational management skills of cadres of the Islamic Student Association (HMI) Dumai Branch through the strengthening of Islamic values and the application of modern organizational management principles. The program was implemented as part of the Intermediate Training (Latihan Kader II/LK 2), which serves as a strategic forum for developing future organizational leaders. The activities were conducted using a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, case-based learning, and leadership simulations designed to encourage critical thinking and active participation. A participatory approach was employed to ensure that participants were directly involved in the learning process and could relate the material to real organizational challenges. The results of the program indicate a significant improvement in participants’ understanding of transformational leadership, collective–collegial leadership, and effective organizational planning and management skills. In addition, the program increased participants’ awareness of the importance of integrating Islamic values as an ethical and moral foundation in student organizational leadership practices. Overall, this PKM contributes to the development of qualified HMI cadres who possess integrity, adaptability, strong leadership competence, and a sustained commitment to community service and organizational development.

The development of the increasingly advanced times brings serious challenges to the formation of the character of the younger generation, especially at the elementary school levels. The phenomenon of declining religious values, discipline, and responsibility for students is a crucial issue that needs to be addressed immediately. This study aims to analyze the collaboration model between parents and schools in supporting tahfidz programs and their contribution to the formation of religious character, discipline, and student responsibility. The research method uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach by examining various relevant previous research results, as well as a qualitative descriptive approach to understand the dynamics of the collaboration. The results of the study show that strong collaboration between parents and schools in the tahfidz program has a significant impact on the formation of students' character. Effective forms of collaboration include intensive communication, active participation in the tahfidz process, and moral and material support at home. Children who receive optimal assistance from their parents tend to show stronger religious character, discipline in managing time, and a higher sense of responsibility for memorization. On the contrary, limited parental time, lack of understanding of memorization methods, and differences in commitment are the main inhibiting factors in the success of the program. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that synergy between parents and schools is the main key to the success of the tahfidz program to build a generation of character. Recommendations for schools are to strengthen the communication system with parents, provide training in memorization techniques for families, and create a conducive learning environment both at school and at home. Further research is recommended to involve field studies to get a more comprehensive picture of the implementation of this collaboration.

The moral crisis and rampant corruption among Christian leaders pose serious challenges that erode the credibility and integrity of religious institutions. This phenomenon not only tarnishes the image of Christianity institutionally but also weakens the foundation of ethics and spiritual values that should guide the lives of the congregation. This issue becomes even more pressing when it occurs in the realm of Christian education, a place where future leaders should be formed. This study aims to analyze Jonathan Lamb's concept of integrity as a strategic framework for addressing this crisis, especially in the context of Christian educational institutions. Using a qualitative approach and literature review, this study highlights Lamb's holistic view of integrity, which encompasses three main dimensions: wholeness of the person (wholeness), consistency between beliefs and actions (consistency), and full accountability to God (accountability to God). Lamb's concept of integrity is highly relevant amidst the increasing need for leaders who are not only competent but also possess proven character. The findings of this study indicate that to effectively implement the concept of integrity, Christian educational institutions need to take a two-pronged approach: first, comprehensively reform the curriculum so that integrity values are not only a separate subject, but are integrated into all disciplines and learning activities; Second, building an institutional culture that emphasizes moral exemplarity from leaders, lecturers, and educational staff. Furthermore, a sustainable character development system, transparent accountability evaluation, and open ethical discussion are needed. Education is not only about knowledge transfer, but also about character transformation. Therefore, integrity must be seen as the core of Christian education, not an add-on. This study concludes that Lamb's concept of integrity can be a transformative model that encourages the formation of future leaders with strong character, prevents moral failure, and restores public trust in Christian institutions

Christian education faces significant challenges in integrating the values of missional spirituality into its curriculum and teaching practices, particularly in the context of globalization, secularization, and a declining awareness of spiritual calling among educators. This study aims to examine the extent to which Pentecostal theological values such as prayer, worship, and mission are implemented in Christian education and how these values contribute to the formation of students' character and spirituality. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, curriculum document analysis, and open-ended questionnaires administered to teachers and students. The findings reveal that the integration of missional spirituality remains partial and lacks structured incorporation into both curriculum and pedagogy. However, when implemented contextually, these values have been shown to enhance learning motivation, shape Christian character, and deepen students’ spiritual lives. The study concludes that Pentecostal-based missional spirituality can holistically enrich Christian education. The primary contribution of this research is the development of a conceptual model for the contextual and practical integration of missional spirituality in Christian education, aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical spiritual formation.  

This study aims to explain the urgency of instilling character values in education in the modern era, describe the strategies or approaches used in the educational environment, and identify challenges and solutions in their implementation. The method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques included observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, with the research subjects consisting of teachers, students, and principals at primary and secondary education levels. The results show that the cultivation of character values such as honesty, responsibility, discipline, tolerance, and cooperation is very important to form learners who not only excel in academics, but also have moral integrity and emotional maturity. Strategies used in character cultivation include integration of character values in learning, habituation of positive attitudes, teacher role models, and extracurricular activities. The main challenges in implementing character education are the negative influence of digital media, the weak role of the family, and the lack of consistency in character development. Solutions include improving educators' competence in character education, strengthening cooperation between schools and parents, and creating a school environment that supports a positive culture. Thus, character education should be an integral part of the education system, through synergistic cooperation between schools, families and communities.

This community service program was carried out to enhance the physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience of students (santri) at Pesantren Assyifa through integrated self-defense training. Recognizing the increasing psychological and social challenges faced by adolescents in pesantren, this program combined martial arts education with Islamic character development. Over the course of eight weeks, 36 santri participated in bi-weekly training sessions that included basic self-defense techniques, leadership drills, and reflective discussions on prophetic values such as patience (ṣabr), courage, and self-control. The program successfully improved student discipline, confidence, and peer cooperation, as measured through pre- and post-assessments and observational rubrics. Participants reported greater self-awareness and felt more empowered to respond to threats both physically and ethically. The pesantren administration expressed strong interest in continuing the initiative as part of the formal extracurricular curriculum. This activity not only strengthened the personal capabilities of santri but also aligned with the broader goal of fostering holistic Islamic education that nurtures the body, mind, and soul. The combination of physical practice and moral reflection proved to be a sustainable and transformative approach to santri empowerment.

Modernization, a global phenomenon, significantly impacts religious life, challenging religions to maintain their relevance amidst rapid social changes. This study aims to examine how religion, particularly Islam, can transform without losing its traditional essence, and to map the dynamics between tradition and modernity in religious practice. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach and library research methods, data were collected through literature review and analyzed thematically.The findings reveal a tension between tradition, perceived as a sacred heritage, and modernity, often suspected of introducing secular values. However, modernization also offers opportunities for religion to adapt through innovative outreach and reinterpretation of teachings. It is found that reinterpretation of religious teachings is crucial for contextual relevance, refreshing the understanding of universal values without altering the core doctrines. Furthermore, religion is not merely an object of modernization but also a vital actor in driving just social transformation, serving as a corrective force and an agent for civilizational development.In conclusion, religious modernization is an interactive process demanding responses from religious communities. The reinterpretation of doctrines is key to religion's ongoing relevance, and the synergy between tradition and transformation allows religion to remain pertinent and a moral guide in the globalized era.  

This study aims to examine efforts to revitalize social moral values in the Islamic Education curriculum at the elementary school level (MI/SD). The background of this study is driven by the urgency to integrate social values into the learning process, so that they are not merely part of the curriculum document but can also be actualized in daily educational practices. The approach used is a literature review, examining various references related to the development and implementation of moral values in the context of basic education. The results of the study indicate that the revitalization of social moral values has the potential to revive the spirit of solidarity, concern for others, and social responsibility among students. The implications of this research point to the importance of designing a more contextual and inspiring curriculum, so that students not only understand moral concepts theoretically but also internalize them in their social lives. Thus, a harmonious and supportive school environment can be effectively established.

This research aims to understand the dynamics of social labeling of the Tasawuf Underground community in Ciputat and how this community responds to the stigma attached by society. This community consists of punk kids who previously received negative stigma due to street lifestyle, psychotropic use, and family conflicts. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method and data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation. The results showed that the negative labeling of punk kids is not only based on deviant behavior, but is more influenced by appearances that do not conform to dominant norms. The Tasawuf Underground Community provides a safe space for the social reintegration process through a tasawuf-based spiritual approach, moral development, and job training. The theory of labeling is used to analyze how the identity of punk kids is renegotiated through community support, behavior change, and resistance to stigma. This research concludes that the social reintegration of punk kids depends not only on individual change, but also on changing the paradigm of society in seeing the potential of the future, not the past. The Tasawuf Underground community plays an important role as a reframing agent that allows the redefinition of the identity of punk kids from being labeled deviant to socially and spiritually accepted individuals.

The crime of defamation in the digital era has become an increasingly complex phenomenon along with the rapid development of information technology. This study aims to analyze the problem of criminal defamation from the perspective of Hadith At-Tirmidzi Number 1894 and Article 27A of the ITE Law. The main focus of the study is on the dynamics of criminal defamation in the context of information and media ethics, the role of hoax news that contributes to the rampant criminal defamation cases, and legal analysis related to both sources. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with normative analysis of Islamic legal doctrine and positive legal provisions. The results of the study show that Hadith At-Tirmidzi Number 1894 emphasizes the importance of honesty and prohibits lying as part of moral ethics in Islam. Meanwhile, Article 27A of the ITE Law acts as a legal instrument to address criminal defamation violations in the digital realm. A comparison of these two sources shows that although Islamic law and positive law have similarities in maintaining individual honor, the resolution mechanisms are different. Therefore, this study recommends preventive measures such as increasing digital literacy and legal education to reduce the risk of defamation and increase public awareness of the ethics of communicating in cyberspace

This study explores the character development of Vianne Mauriac in Kristin Hannah’s historical novel The Nightingale, with a particular focus on how her moral progression is revealed through characterization. It aims to examine how direct and indirect characterization contribute to the portrayal of Vianne’s evolving moral reasoning under the pressure of wartime experiences. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, the analysis uses Rimmon-Kenan’s theory to identify characterization techniques and Kohlberg’s stages of moral development to interpret Vianne’s ethical transformation. The findings indicate that Vianne shifts from self-preserving and fear-driven decisions to socially conscious choices and ultimately to morally autonomous actions grounded in universal principles. Her characterization, through action, speech, appearance, and environment, functions not only to construct Vianne’s identity but also to trace her moral journey. Her development demonstrates how literature, particularly historical fiction, can reflect and explore complex ethical growth. The study contributes to understanding how characterization and moral development work together in shaping a compelling and morally resonant protagonist.

Islamic Religious Education teachers play a strategic role not only in transmitting religious knowledge but also in shaping the moral and spiritual character of students. However, challenges such as limited competence and inadequate professional development hinder the improvement of learning quality. This study aims to analyze the competence of PAI teachers and the quality of student learning, describe efforts made to develop teacher professionalism to improve learning quality, and  identify supporting and inhibiting factors in these development efforts. This research used a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that PAI teachers at SMK Takhassus Al-Qur’an Mojotengah had fulfilled pedagogical, professional, personality, and social competencies. The school made efforts to improve teacher professionalism through supervision, MGMP, digital-based learning innovation, and internal collaboration. Supporting factors included adequate learning infrastructure and teacher enthusiasm, while inhibiting factors included distractions from student mobile phone use and teacher administrative burdens. These findings highlight the importance of continuous training, policy reinforcement, and digital literacy to support sustainable professional development.

The rapid development of technology and globalization has significantly impacted the character of younger generations, contributing to the decline of moral and spiritual values. Islamic education, especially through character-based approaches, plays a crucial role in shaping individuals with noble character. This study aims to explore the Islamic character education values contained in Kitab Al-Arba’in An-Nawawiyyah by Sheikh An-Nawawi and evaluate their relevance in the context of contemporary education. Employing a qualitative-descriptive approach with library research methods, this study analyzes 42 selected hadiths that encompass aspects of faith, ethics, and social relations. The findings reveal that divine values (e.g., piety, trust in God, and prayer) and human values (e.g., speaking kindly, helping others, and forgiveness) in this collection are highly relevant as character education solutions amid today's moral crisis. Therefore, Kitab Al-Arba’in An-Nawawiyyah is a valuable reference for integrating Islamic character education into curricula to nurture faithful, ethical, and socially responsible generations.