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The semantic study of religious texts is becoming increasingly important in understanding the meaning of spiritual teachings in a deep, contextual, and relevant way to current developments. This article aims to analyze the semantic aspects of Buddhist texts, emphasizing the meaning, symbolism, and interpretation of key terms. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a hermeneutic method to examine key concepts such as dukkha, nirvana, and samsara found in classical Buddhist texts, including the Dhammapada, the Lotus Sutra, and the Abhidhamma. The analysis shows that the meaning of terms in Buddhist texts is not static or merely literal, but rather contains symbolic, philosophical, and spiritual dimensions that develop according to cultural, social, and historical contexts. These findings confirm that a semantic approach can enrich the understanding of Buddhist teachings, broaden the horizons of religious interpretation, and bridge the relevance of Buddhist values ​​in modern human life.

This study examines the dynamics of meaning, symbolism, and interpretation in Buddhist religious texts through semantic and hermeneutic approaches using qualitative methods. The research explores how the structure of meaning in texts such as the Dhammapada and Sutta Pitaka shapes understanding of Buddhist values, and how teachings in symbols such as the Middle Way, Three Jewels, and Nirvana undergo transformations of meaning according to cultural contexts. The findings show that the understanding of Buddhist text meanings is not fixed, but dynamic, formed through interactions between text, context, and readers. This research employs semantic analysis to identify denotative and connotative meanings, combined with hermeneutic interpretation following Gadamerian and Ricoeurian frameworks. The results reveal that Buddhist symbols carry multilayered meanings that require contextual interpretation, contributing to contemporary understanding and application of Buddhist teachings in diverse cultural settings

The presence of the Legal Aid Post (Posbakum) is generally referred to as a major invasion, representing a development of the previous government's legal aid policies. Its existence reflects Indonesia's lawful state responsibilities. The Supreme Court (MA) established Posbakum in all courts of first instance that provide legal aid services, including General Courts, Religious Courts, and State Administrative Courts. This service activity was carried out at the Jember Religious Court with the goal of providing knowledge and understanding to the people of Jember Regency, particularly the less fortunate, so that they are more aware of the Jember Religious Court's legal aid facilities, which can assist in filing or handling cases and ensuring equality before the law.

The term Childfree has recently become a sensation among millennials today, not long after public figure Gita Safitri Devi and her husband Paul Andre Partohap stated on their social media account that they intended not to have children. Childfree is actually not a new issue, but the term childfree has been around since the end of the 20th century and has spread throughout the world along with the development of liberalism throughout the world. Childfree is a choice in a household relationship, namely a decision for a husband and wife not to have children on purpose. This phenomenon is an interesting issue to discuss from various perspectives, one of which is from a religious perspective. Of course, each religion will have different views in responding to the issue of childfree in accordance with the teachings of their respective religions. The method used in this research is a qualitative research method, library research approach. Research originating from books, journals, videos, and research that has been conducted, is then analyzed in depth. This research concludes that seen from a religious perspective, in this case there are three religions that are the focus of reference for researchers, namely Islam, Christianity and Hinduism, that chidfree is something that is contrary to the principles in their teachings. In responding to the Chidfree problem, there is a solution provided by each religion as long as it is considered humane and does not eliminate the benefits, or brings harm and does not conflict with religious rules and principles.

This study is based on the fact that in Rambipuji District, Jember, there are many early marriages and poor-quality marriages, so intervention from religious figures and counselors is needed. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of religious figures and counselors and how effective they are in realizing harmonious families and reducing the number of early marriages in the area. This study was conducted qualitatively, with interviews and thorough observations of religious figures, counselors, and newly married couples. The results of the study indicate that religious figures and counselors have an important role in providing effective education and counseling. However, there are still problems in implementing the program consistently. The results indicate that religious figures and counselors need increased capacity and support so that they can do their jobs better. To obtain larger data, quantitative research should be used, and specific approaches should be studied for different cultural contexts.    

Learning style is an important aspect that must be considered in the learning process. This research was motivated by the discovery of problems where there were several students who had difficulty adapting their way of learning to the teacher's way of teaching in class, students did not understand the subject matter, and many students' learning outcomes were below the standard of completeness. The purpose of the study was to determine whether there was a correlation between learning styles and Islamic Religious Education learning outcomes for class VII students at SMPN 4 Pangkalan Koto Baru District for the 2022/2023 academic year. This type of correlational research uses a quantitative approach. The research sample of all class VII students was 44 people. Research data collection techniques use questionnaires and tests. Data analysis uses the r person product moment test. According to the data analysis, the sig value was obtained. (2-tailed) learning styles and learning outcomes 0.000 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%, the value obtained is rcount = 0.711 > rtable = 0.304, meaning that the Ha hypothesis is accepted that there is a positive significant correlation between learning styles and Islamic Religious Education learning outcomes for class students VII at SMPN 4 Pangkalan Koto Baru District for the 2022/2023 academic year and Ho was rejected. The correlation coefficient value obtained is 0.711, meaning there is a strong correlation. The coefficient of determination obtained is 0.506 so it can be interpreted that learning style has a moderate contribution of 50.6% and the rest is influenced by other factors..

The purpose of this research is to determine the positive and significant influence of the Mind Mapping Method on the learning motivation of class XI Christian religious education students at SMK Negeri 1 Siatas Barita. Tony Buzan's theory suggests that the Mind Mapping Method is a learning method that uses a note-taking strategy using keywords, image symbols, sounds, shapes and feelings. The method used in this research is a quantitative research method and the type of research is pre-experimental design in the form of "One Shot Case Study". The population was all class Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 30 items, namely 15 items for variable Siatas Barita: 1) Test analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy = 0.591 > rtable(=0.05,n=34) = 0.339. b) Testing a significant relationship obtained a value of tcount= 4.140 > ttable(=0.05,dk=n-2=32)= 2.042. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test, obtained regression equation. b) Regression coefficient of determination test (r2) = 34.9%. 3) Test the hypothesis using the F test to obtain Fcount > Ftable=(=0.05, dk numerator k=15, dk denominator=n-2=34-2=32) namely 17.14 > 2.01. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

The aim of this research is to find out that the learning outcomes of students taught with Microsoft Power Point media are higher than the learning outcomes of students taught without Microsoft Power Point Media for class VIII SMP Negeri 1 Sianjur for the 2023/2024 academic year. The research hypothesis is: "The learning outcomes of students in Christian Religious Education who are taught using Microsoft Power Point media are higher than the learning outcomes of students who are taught without Microsoft Power Point media in class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Sianjur starting in the 2023/2024 academic year." This research method is a quantitative approach with a true experimental design method in the form of a Posttest-Only Control group design. The population is all Class VIII students of SMP Negeri 1 Sianjur Mulamula as many as 151 people and the sample was determined using a purposive sampling system, namely students in class VIII-4 totaling 30 people as an experimental class using Microsoft Power Point media and class VIII-5 totaling 30 people. as a control class that does not use Microsoft Power Point media. The instrument used in this research was a test with 33 questions. Research data for the test was analyzed using the Pool Variance t test formula. From the calculation results, the value of tcount = 4.941 > ttable(α=5%) = 1.671. The tcount value is in the curve area of ​​rejection of H0 and acceptance of Ha. Thus, it can be concluded that the research hypothesis is accepted, namely that there is an influence of Microsoft Power Point learning media on the learning outcomes of Christian Religious Education for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Sianjur Mulamula for the 2023/2024 academic year. The difference in PAK learning outcomes in class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Sianjur for the 2023/2024 academic year is known from the average Christian Religious Education learning outcomes for students using Microsoft Power Point media which is 0.80 higher than the average PAK learning outcomes for students. by not using Microsoft Power Point media, namely 0.71.

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of the Lecture Plus Method on the Learning Motivation of Christian Religious Education in Class IX Students of SMP Negeri 2 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The method used in this research uses quantitative methods with a descriptive inferential approach. The population is all 221 students in class IX of SMP Negeri 2 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Christians and the research sample was determined to be 54 people, namely 25% of the total population. Data was collected using 42 positive closed items. The results of data analysis show that there is an influence of the Lecture Plus Method on the Learning Motivation of Christian Religious Education in Class IX of SMP Negeri 2 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 Academic Year: 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test obtained by the value rxy = 0.504 > rtable(a=0,05,n=54)= 0.226, thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable 2=52)= 2,000, thus there is a significant relationship between variable 41.95"+0.40X. Thus Ha, that is, there is an influence of the Lecture Plus Method on the Learning Motivation of Christian Religious Education of Class IX Students of SMP Negeri 2 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 Academic Year is accepted and H0 is rejected.

ABSTRAK : Perwalian merupakan masalah khusus di Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) dengan jarangnya kasus perwalian sehingga masyarakat masih awam dengan persoalan perwalian. Ada beberapa hal yang melatar belakangi keberadaan wali, seperti alasan internal (konflik keluarga), perbedaan hak, dan alasan ekonomi. Dilihat dari maqasid syari'ah untuk penyebab perwalian masih dapat diterima karena semua alasan yang telah dijelaskan mengandung konsep maqasid syari'ah yaitu menjaga agama, menjaga harta, menjaga jiwa, menjaga akal, menjaga keturunan , melaksanakan perkawinan, yaitu bertujuan untuk menjaga lima aspek pokok pemeliharaan. dalam maqshid syari'ah salah satunya adalah menjaga keturunan dan menghindari hal-hal buruk yang mungkin dilakukan oleh calon mempelai laki-laki.

Sexual behaviour or actions that differ from generally accepted sexual norms in the LGBT community should not be considered something that should be taken for granted. This sexual behaviour or action arises because there are variations in individual sexual desires. Sexual orientation and habits refer to a person's desire to express their desire, love, emotions, and sexual activities towards individuals of the same gender, the opposite gender, or both. LGBT is an abbreviation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender, which refers to a group of individuals who have a sexual orientation or gender identity that is different from the majority. There are various views in society regarding LGBT, with some rejecting this variation in sexual behaviour while others openly accepting it. The debate regarding LGBT issues is increasingly intense and widespread, with various arguments related to human rights (HAM) and arguments based on religion. This research aims to investigate different views regarding LGBT issues in Indonesia, both from a religious and a human rights perspective.

This research aims to determine the positive and significant influence of the application of the Card Sort type learning method on the interest in studying Christian Religious Education of Class IX Students of SMP Negeri 2 Sirandorung, Central Tapanuli Regency for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. This research uses a quantitative pre-experimental design method in the form of a One Shot Case Study. The population of this study was all students of IX SMP Negeri 2 Sirandorung, totaling 114 people in 3 study class groups. Sampling was taken using a purposive sampling technique, namely class IX-1, totaling 38 people. Data was collected using a questionnaire with 35 items. 17 items for the questionnaire for variable This is proven by the results of the positive relationship test calculation, the value of rxy = 0.487 > rtable (α=0.05; IK=95%; n=38) = 0.320, thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variables X and Y .Testing a significant relationship, the value obtained is tcount = 4.078> ttable (α=0.05;dk=n-2=36)= 2.028, thus there is a significant relationship between variables X and Y. Testing the regression equation, we get the regression equation Y ̂ ="35.14"+0.36X. Regression coefficient of determination test r2 = 23.7%. Testing the hypothesis using the F test obtained Fcount > Ftable = (α=0.05, dk numerator k =16, dk denominator = n-2=38-2=36) namely 4.03 > 1.51. Thus, Ha is accepted, Ho is rejected.

Learning models greatly determine the success of learning, including students' interest in learning. This research aims to determine the effect of implementing the Make A Match learning model on interest in studying Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class XI students at SMA Negeri 1 Pagaran, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year. The method used in this research is a quantitative method, a type of pre-experimental approach with a "One Group Pretest-Posttest Design" design. The population was all 200 students of class XI SMA Negeri 1 Pagaran who were Christians and a sample of 35 people was determined, namely class Data analysis uses the paired sample t-test formula. After conducting a pretest and posttest on the sample, the results of data analysis showed that the tcount > ttable value was 21.333 > 1.691. So H1 is accepted and H0 is rejected. Based on the results of this research, it is known that by using the Make A Match learning model students' interest in learning can increase, this can be seen from the average score of 87.74 to 103 with a difference of 15.26. Thus, the researchers concluded that there was a positive and significant influence of implementing the Make A Match learning model on interest in studying Christian Religious Education and Character in Class

Employee performance in an organization cannot be separated from experience, motivation and leadership style. The Ministry of Religion of Cilacap Regency really needs effective leaders, who have the ability to influence the behavior of their subordinates in increasing motivation in order to increase their work experience, so that they can improve the performance of their employees to achieve organizational goals. This research aims to determine the influence of experience on employee performance, the influence of motivation on employee performance, the influence of leadership style on performance and the influence of experience, motivation and leadership style together on employee performance at the Cilacap Regency Ministry of Religion Office. The research method uses quantitative descriptive methods. Meanwhile, the data collection technique uses a questionnaire, and data analysis uses multiple linear regression. The research results show that there is an influence between experience, motivation and leadership style together on employee performance at the Cilacap Regency Ministry of Religion Office. This means that the more employee work experience and the higher the employee's work motivation and the better the leadership, the better the employee's performance at the Cilacap Regency Ministry of Religion Office. Vice versa.

The aim of this research is to find out how much positive and significant influence the Role Playing Model has on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Character Education for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year. The method used in this research uses quantitative methods. The population is all 120 students in class VIII of SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Christians and the sample was determined to be 48 people, namely 40% of the total population using random sampling techniques. Data was collected using 47 positive closed items. The results of data analysis show that there is a positive and significant influence of the Role Playing Model on the learning activity of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class VIII students of SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 Academic Year: 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) test a positive relationship to obtain a score rxy = 0.561 > rtable(a=0.05,n=48) = 0.284, thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable .05,dk=n-2=46)= 2.021, thus there is a significant relationship between variable The regression equation Y ̂="20.68"+0.74X is obtained. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

So that the learning process takes place actively, teachers should use learning models in delivering material according to students' needs. The snowball throwing learning model is a conceptual framework that describes systematic procedures for organizing learning experiences to achieve certain learning goals, and functions as a guide for learning designers and teachers in planning teaching and learning activities.

The aim of this research is to determine the effect of using image media on the learning motivation of Christian Religious Education for Grade IV Students at State Elementary School 030296 Parbakalan, Dairi Regency, Academic Year 2022/2023. The research method used is a quantitative research method. The population is all students in class IV of SD Negeri 030296 Parbakalan Dairi Regency for the 2022/2023 academic year who are Christians, totaling 40 people. Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 40 items, namely 20 items for variable /2023: 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy = 0.560 > rtable(a=0,05,n=40) = 0.312. b) Testing a significant relationship obtained a value of tcount= 4.164 > ttabel(a=0,05,dk=n-2=38)= 2.021. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test, obtained the regression equation Y ̂="38.52"+0.42X. b) Regression coefficient of determination test (r2) = 31.3%. 3) Test the hypothesis using the F test to obtain Fcount > Ftable=(a=0.05, dk numerator k=18, dk denominator=n-2=40-2=38) namely 17.34 > 1.51. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

Children's education patterns are often related to the methods and processes carried out. The continuous mentoring model is a very good method. Along with this method, the process of approaching children will run smoothly. Children in Parupuk Julu village in North Padang Lawas Regency have very little assistance in the form of learning outside of school. The Service Team from the STAIN Mandailing Natal Campus carried out service activities by assigning a group of Real Work Study students to the village. This is done to provide assistance to school age children in enhancing their learning experience. The method used is intense mentoring carried out by students with the concept of group learning in the Pesantren Kilat event. The results of the service show that intensive mentoring increases children's motivation in learning. They have been able to instill every practical task of worship taught at Pesantren Kilat activities, such as writing hijaiyah letters, reading iqra, reading the Koran, performing prayer movements and reading. So, the intense mentoring method carried out by STAIN Mandailing Natal KKN students resulted in increasing the motivation and religious practice of children in Parupuk Julu village.

This study aims to describe the professionalism of Catholic religious education teachers as a determining factor for the quality of the faith of students in the city of Palangka Raya. The quality of students' faith is considered important in the context of religious education, because it can shape the character and morals of students in depth. This research is a qualitative research with a descriptive method, the data source of the research was taken from 7 teachers spread across various public elementary schools and public junior high schools in Palangka Raya. This research was conducted in July 2023 in the city of Palangka Raya. The data collection technique used interviews. Data analysis techniques used the theory of Miles and Huberman, which consisted of 3 stages, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of this study describe the professional competence of Catholic religious education teachers in shaping the quality of students' faith by using strategies that are given not only through theory in class but teachers also have creativity in creating learning that is able to achieve learning goals. The hope derived from the results of this study can be concluded that it is expected to provide valuable information to Catholic educational institutions in Palangka Raya to improve the competence and quality of religious education and to support the spiritual development of students holistically.

This research aims to determine the extent of the quality of the teaching materials used and develop teaching materials that are adapted to the characteristics of learners, due to the limitations of the teaching materials that have been used and create new teaching materials that are more appropriate and appropriate for student education in West Kalimantan Province. This research method uses a qualitative approach with R&D research methods. The subjects in this research were 42 students in West Kalimantan Province. The research and development procedure for the R& model consists of five steps, namely; (1) Analysis (analysis), (2) Design (design), (3) Development (development), (4) Implementation (implementation) and (5) Evaluation (evaluation). The results of the analysis show that the Buddhist Vihara Graha Sailendra Sunday School learning conditions at this week's school are still teacher-centered using printed books and limited use of learning media. It was found from the results of post-test data from 42 students that only 39 reached the KKM on Buddhist religious holiday material, while 3 did not reach the KKM.