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The differences that the Indonesian state has are often used as the basis for conflicts that occur within this country. The diversity of religions, ethnicities, races, cultures and traditions that exist often differentiates Indonesian society. These differences often become the root of a problem and ultimately result in unrest and lack of harmony in social life. In this regard, in maintaining the values ​​of diversity, the Ministry of Religion provides religious moderation to handle any differences that occur. The Ministry of Religion never tires of promoting Religious Moderation, because with this, peace, tranquility and an attitude of tolerance between communities can be realized. Maintaining the value of diversity is not an easy thing, nowadays there are often divisions between communities, discrimination between communities, groupings between tribes, this is what is trying to be resolved with the existence of Religious Moderation. Maintaining diversity is not only the task of government institutions, but all members of society play a role and are responsible for this. Therefore, by promoting religious moderation, this will be the most effective way to overcome the widespread intolerance. Religious moderation will also make people aware of the importance of the value of togetherness among differences. This will look for the most appropriate way to cultivate existing diversity, making it a wealth that cannot be valued.  

Islam the religion that was revealed brought messages of peace, humanity which was summed up in the term "Rahmatan Lil' Alamiin".  Indeed, every Muslim is able to crystallize the teachings of Islam as a manipulated soul in a peaceful and harmonious manner. Muslims who manipulate Islam as Rahmatan Lil 'Alamin in daily behavior are also able to dismiss the assumption that Islam is synonymous with violence, radicalism and terrorism. The truth is indisputable because wherever there is violence, terrorism, radicalism symbolized by bomb explosions, it can be ascertained that the perpetrators use Islamic shimbols such as wearing Muslim clothes or Muslim women. This is contrary to the goal of sending Islam to the earth. Islam strongly condemns this form of violence for whatever reason. The core teachings of Islam are developed with peace, harmony, tolerance and obligatory to maintain the five elements (1) Safeguarding Religion, (2) Safeguarding Intellect, (3) Safeguarding the Soul, (4) Guarding Offspring and (5) Safeguarding Property. These five foundations do not apply only to internal Muslims but also to people of different beliefs (between religious ummah). The attitude of a Muslim in the reflection of his daily life must develop a life of tolerance, mutual respect and respect. This study aims to provide answers as well as explore the causes of a small part of the behavior of Muslims who hack the path of violence, inhumane and intolerant.