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Islamic religious education plays an important role in the formation of character and noble morals. The main goal of Islamic religious education is to form children who are faithful, have good morals, and do good deeds. There are several means of Islamic religious education that can be used to form noble character and morals. Formal education such as madrasahs, religious schools, and Islamic universities can be effective means of Islamic religious education; Non-formal education such as pengajian, majlis taklim, and other religious activities can be flexible means of Islamic religious education; Informal education such as education in the family, community, and environment can be very effective means of Islamic religious education; Technology such as the internet, applications, and social media can be modern and effective means of Islamic religious education; Extracurricular Activities Extracurricular activities such as religious activities, social activities, and sports activities can be fun and effective means of Islamic religious education. In the formation of character and morals, Islamic religious education must pay attention to several aspects such as the formation of good and noble morals, such as honesty, patience, and caring. The formation of correct and consistent worship, such as prayer, fasting, and zakat. The formation of good and fair muamalah, such as being fair, honest, and caring. The formation of high and deep mukasyafah, such as understanding the essence of oneself, God, and the universe. The formation of good and noble character, such as being confident, independent, and responsible. Thus, Islamic religious education can form the character and morals of children who are good, noble, and pious.

Islamic religious education has a fundamental role in forming people who are faithful and have noble character. The concept of Islamic education is based on the values ​​of monotheism, the exemplary behavior of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, and the teachings of the Qur'an and hadith which emphasize the importance of morality in individual and social life. This study analyzes the concept and practice of Islamic religious education in building character through a qualitative approach with literature study methods, observation, and interviews. The results of the study show that Islamic education is implemented through various methods, including cognitive learning, habituation of worship, role models, and the role of family and social environment. Islamic education does not only focus on mastering religious knowledge but also on internalizing moral and ethical values ​​that shape the personality of Muslims who have noble character. Therefore, optimizing Islamic religious education is very important in facing moral challenges in the modern era.

Islamic Religious Education in schools plays an important role in shaping Muslim personalities that reflect authentic Islamic values. The main goal is for students to not only practice religious teachings as a routine, but also understand the meaning of every worship they do, both for themselves and their relationship with God. Islamic Religious Education plays a role as the main pillar in shaping Islamic character, with an approach that involves learning religious values ​​consciously and systematically. This study uses a library research method by analyzing various references from journals and books that discuss the role of Islamic Religious Education in character formation. The results of the study show that this education contributes significantly to building a society that has moral responsibility and strong Islamic character. By strengthening faith and piety, students are expected to avoid negative behavior that can damage social life and endanger national unity. Therefore, Islamic Religious Education is a long-term investment in creating individuals who are not only intellectually intelligent, but also have noble morals according to Islamic teachings.

The mosque is an emblem of Islamic cultural heritage and a place of worship for Muslims. It serves as a place for i'tikaf and prayer. This research sought to determine the extent of the role, function, and contribution of the Sunan Kudus mosque in preserving and developing Islamic culture in Ngadiluwih. It employs qualitative research methods and a historical and social approach. Data was collected through interviews, observations, and literature study. Data analysis involved gathering all of the data before reducing and classifying it and subsequently drawing conclusions. First, the study finds that the presence of the Sunan Kudus mosque has profoundly shaped the existence, culture, and symbols of Islam in Ngadiluwih. Second, the Sunan Kudus mosque, with all its activities, makes a major contribution to the surrounding community. Third, beyond its function on a small scale as a site of prayer, the mosque plays a role on a larger scale, namely as a hub for learning, teaching, discussions, recitation, social activities, and so on, tailored to the characteristics of the majority community.

This study aims to examine the impact of social media on the religiosity of students at Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ), focusing on both the positive and negative effects, as well as the factors influencing these outcomes. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method, relying on literature review and data collection through observations of social media use in students' religious activities. The findings indicate that social media can strengthen religiosity by providing access to religious content, forming religious communities, and enhancing religious knowledge. However, challenges such as the spread of hoaxes and the diversion of attention from worship also exist. In conclusion, careful management of social media is essential to maximize its positive impact on students' religiosity. The study recommends improving digital religious literacy, critical religious education, and guidance in social media use.

Samuel's role as Israel's final judge, a leader who carried out the dual function of political and spiritual leader with integrity. Using critical historical interpretation analysis methods. Through in-depth analysis of these verses, this paper identifies Samuel's Faithful Leadership, Active and Inclusive Ministry, Worship as a Life Priority and God as a Just Judge. This article also highlights the relevance of these principles in a modern context, such as the importance of responsible leadership, consistent service, and a God-centered life. By making worship of God the basis of life, Samuel provides an example of leadership that not only brings people to justice, but also maintains a spiritual relationship with God. This paper concludes that true leadership must be based on obedience to Allah and timeless dedication.

This article examines the challenges faced by Muslim students in maintaining the consistency of their worship in a dynamic campus environment. These challenges arise from the density of academic schedules, difficulties in performing routine worship, and suboptimal time management. To identify the components that influence the consistency of worship, this research utilizes a qualitative method, where data is collected through literature study and observation. The findings indicate that Muslim students need to develop themselves and devise effective strategies to worship amidst campus busyness. By understanding these challenges, it is hoped that Muslim students can better maintain the quality of their worship and enhance their awareness of the importance of spirituality in daily life.

This study aims to analyze seven semantic meanings in Syi'ir Tanpo Waton by KH Muhammad Nizam As-Shofa using Leech's theory of meaning. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data in the form of words, phrases, and sentences in the text of the poem accessed through the NU Online page. The results of the study indicate that Syi'ir Tanpo Waton contains various types of semantic meanings, namely conceptual, connotative, social, affective, reflective, collocative, and thematic meanings. The most dominant conceptual and connotative meanings describe the vertical relationship between humans and God, as well as deep spiritual values. The social meaning emphasizes inclusiveness and Javanese culture, while the affective meaning reflects religious emotions in the form of praise, prayer, and hope. The reflective meaning shows layers of multiple meanings, while the collocative meaning builds associations of related words. Thematic meaning emphasizes the urgency of worship, knowledge, and praise to God as the main themes.

This study aims to analyze seven semantic meanings in Syi'ir Tanpo Waton by KH Muhammad Nizam As-Shofa using Leech's theory of meaning. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data in the form of words, phrases, and sentences in the text of the poem accessed through the NU Online page. The results of the study indicate that Syi'ir Tanpo Waton contains various types of semantic meanings, namely conceptual, connotative, social, affective, reflective, collocative, and thematic meanings. The most dominant conceptual and connotative meanings describe the vertical relationship between humans and God, as well as deep spiritual values. The social meaning emphasizes inclusiveness and Javanese culture, while the affective meaning reflects religious emotions in the form of praise, prayer, and hope. The reflective meaning shows layers of multiple meanings, while the collocative meaning builds associations of related words. Thematic meaning emphasizes the urgency of worship, knowledge, and praise to God as the main themes.

The ecumenical movement in Indonesia was born as a response to the biblical call to realize the unity of Christians, especially in the context of cultural, ethnic and religious diversity. As a country with high plurality, Indonesia is a fertile and challenging field for this movement. Oikumene, derived from the Greek word oikoumene, means “inhabited world”. In this context, the ecumenical movement aims to unite churches to witness the Gospel together in a complex and diverse world. However, the implementation of this movement is not free from various dynamics and challenges, especially in interfaith relations. One of the main challenges is the differences in theology, tradition and liturgy between churches, which become internal obstacles to realizing complete unity. Churches in Indonesia often face difficulties in reaching agreement on common issues, such as evangelism, social services, and approaches to interfaith dialog. On the other hand, external challenges arise from the dynamics of interfaith relations in Indonesia, which are often characterized by tensions, stereotypes, and even conflicts. Government policies related to religion, such as the regulation of houses of worship, also often put churches in a difficult position, thus affecting their efforts to unite.Nevertheless, the ecumenical movement in Indonesia still plays a significant role in promoting interfaith dialogue. By emphasizing the importance of cooperation on social issues, such as justice, peace and poverty alleviation, the movement is able to serve as a bridge between Christian communities and other religions. The role of organizations such as the Persekutuan Gereja-Gereja di Indonesia (PGI) is very important in realizing constructive dialogue. Through this approach, ecumenism is not only an internal effort of the church to unite, but also a contribution of Christians to interfaith harmony in Indonesia.keywords: The Oikumene Movement in Indonesia and interfaith challenges

This study aims to analyze the role of social media and explore how it influences the views and understanding of religious knowledge among Muslim youth. Using a qualitative approach, the study provides a detailed exploration of adolescents' perceptions of religious content accessed through social media and its impact on their understanding of Islam. The findings indicate that social media plays a significant role in enhancing religious understanding among youth. The majority of participants access religious content through platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, with most feeling that this content helps them gain a deeper understanding of Islamic teachings. This positive influence includes increased motivation to engage in worship and improve daily behavior in accordance with religious principles. However, participants also noted challenges related to the quality of information, which is often inaccurate or superficial. Nonetheless, social media fosters a strong sense of community through interactions in discussion groups and collaboration in religious learning. The study concludes that while social media has great potential to enrich religious knowledge among youth, it is important for adolescents to select credible sources, and for parents and educators to provide guidance on the wise use of social media.

In the Digital Age, digital media—especially the internet and social media—has profoundly changed the way people communicate and interact with each other. The development of this technology has provided several benefits, including the creation of virtual communities, easy access to information, and the ability to engage in discussions. In addition, digital technology influences the way people worship and improves interpersonal relationships and communication. Although digital technology offers many advantages in terms of social interaction and access to information, it is important to monitor and ensure that digital technology is used responsibly and in a way that benefits society as a whole. This study uses a descriptive, qualitative research approach with triangulation data collection, the object of this study is social media accounts used by the community. A qualitative descriptive approach is used to analyze and interpret the content of religious media. The author can analyze the text, images, or videos in religious media to understand the messages conveyed, the representation of religion, or the communication patterns that occur. Based on the results of the study, there are advantages and disadvantages in the relationship between human life and technological advances, especially mass media. Although religious messages and public understanding are greatly enhanced by mass media, there are also disadvantages, such as the spread of misleading information. To reduce the negative impact of mass media, it is important to use it responsibly and monitor it.

Islam teaches that if there is an interest or need, it is recommended to spend wealth to donate. Infaq is an act of worship that is sunnah. Donation activities have two benefits, namely to meet the basic needs of the poor and help them to carry out good deeds.  Islam has taught its followers that they have an obligation to help each other, especially those who are weak (the Dhuafa), the poor, and those in need. The aim of this research is the implementation of Surah Al-Ma'un values ​​education in shaping the social character of students at SDN Grogol Selatan 09 South Jakarta. This research method uses descriptive curative with a field research approach. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and questionnaires. The population in this study was Islamic religious teachers and grade 5 and grade 6 students. The sample for this research was 30 people. Based on the research results, social interaction activities such as infaq activities carried out at SDN Grogol Selatan 09 can have an influence and impact on the social care character of students. With this habituation, students are able to develop values, attitudes and behavior that can radiate morals or character. The most important thing is that the key to changing the younger generation for the better is social character education, so that it can ensure that students have good character and personality in the future.

The Qur'an is the word of Allah Swt which was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad Saw through the intermediary of the angel Gabriel which was conveyed to his people mutawatir and reading it is worth worship. Learning the Qur'an must be continuous throughout life, including among adults and the elderly. To learn the Qur'an for adults and the elderly, there needs to be high motivation in order to have a high enthusiasm for learning the Qur'an. This study aims to determine the strategy of Pondok Tahfidz Ustadz Mahyuddin (PTUM) in increasing the motivation to learn the Qur'an for adults and the elderly. This research was conducted at Pondok Tahfidz Ustadz Mahyuddin (PTUM) Bungo Mas Housing Phase III Koto Panjang Ikur Koto Village, Koto Tangah District, Padang City using a descriptive qualitative approach. The main instrument of this qualitative research is the researcher himself and data collection techniques are carried out by interview, observation and documentation, Data analysis in this study is inductive. The results of this study indicate that through various strategies that have been carried out by Pondok Tahfidz Ustadz Mahyuddin (PTUM) has succeeded in increasing the motivation to learn the Qur'an of adult and elderly students marked by their enthusiasm in participating in Qur'anic learning. The implication of this research is to broaden the understanding of learning strategies in increasing the motivation to learn the Qur'an for adults and the elderly.

This research discusses the relationship between worship and noble behavior from both psychological and sociological perspectives, with the aim of identifying how worship, as a form of spriritual devotion, can influence individuals attitudes and  behavior in the context of their social life. From a psychological view point, worship is understood as one of the means to achieve psychological well-being, inner peace, and self-control. Regular worship practices, such as prayer, fasting, and dhikr, are expected to enhance positive emotional quality and reduce stress and anxiety. On the other, from a sociological perspective, worship has an important social dimension, as it shapes norms and values in society and strengthens relationships among individuals within the community. Using a theoretical approach and empirical study results, this article concludes that worship performed with full awareness and understanding can be a source of strength for developing noble behavior both psychologically and socially.

This paper explores the biblical prohibition of alcohol in worship, as described in Leviticus 10:8-11, and its application for churches today. The passage in Leviticus highlights God’s instruction to Aaron and his sons regarding the restriction on drinking alcohol while carrying out priestly duties. The article examines the theological and ethical significance of this command and discusses its implications for modern Christian worship practices. The study highlights the need for reverence and purity in worship and makes connections to current concerns like substance abuse and spiritual discipline within church communities. The paper concludes by offering practical guidance for churches to maintain holiness by refraining from alcoholic beverages in worship services.

The role of the church in renewing people's faith through inclusive services. In the modern context, the church not only functions as a traditional place of worship but also as a social community that is active in improving the spiritual and emotional life of citizens. Through programs such as religious teaching, social services, and cultural activities, the church can be an effective tool for building moral awareness and providing support to those in need. The church also plays a role in social advocacy, promoting peace, and teaching universal values ​​that can be used in various aspects of life. By stepping together in this service, the church can unite society and help them towards a more positive and harmonious path. Thus, this topic highlights the potential of the church as a progressive and dynamic institution in an increasingly complex global era.

The ecumenical movement, which aims to unite divided Christian churches, continues to develop with complex dynamics among Christians today. Despite differences in doctrines, traditions and worship practices between denominations, the movement focuses on the unity of faith in Christ through inter-church dialog and social cooperation. Oikumene is a movement that aims to unite divided Christian churches, emphasizing unity in faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. The history of ecumenism dates back to the Council of Nicea in 325 AD, which aimed to unite the divided churches. This journal will explore the dynamics of ecumenics among Christians today, highlighting the dynamics of ecumenical development, opportunities, challenges, and efforts to be made.

Against the background of differences in understanding and views, both in matters of divinity, views of the Bible, and the rules of worship and celebration of major holidays. The understanding of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses is different from the understanding of Protestant Christians in general, Jehovah's Witnesses do not recognize the concept of the Triune God, do not use the sign of the cross either in places of worship or for funerals. This study is based on the results of research conducted in the field with qualitative research and using a case study approach. Jehovah's Witnesses prioritize Easter celebrations over Christmas celebrations, because there are no verses in the holy book that encourage Christians to celebrate Christmas. Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian denomination known for its unique interpretation of the Bible. They emphasized the importance of God's name, Jehovah, and rejected the doctrine of the Trinity or the concept of a Triune God. This community is also known for its door-to-door preaching activities and rejection of Christmas celebrations. This paper will discuss a brief history, core beliefs, and religious practices of Jehovah's Witnesses, as well as analyze their relationships with communities of other religious groups and society's views of these groups

This study aims to examine the theological significance of King David's removal of the Ark of the Covenant in 1 Chronicles 13:1-14, highlighting the critical nature of keeping God's commandments during worship. The research involved an examination of the text and its context, along with a comparison with the related narrative found in 2 Samuel. the research revealed that the failure of David and the people of Israel to follow God's instructions in moving the Ark according to God's instructions resulted in the death of Uzzah, which illustrates the consequences of ignoring God's holiness. The three-month stay of the Ark in Obed-Edom's house resulted in blessings, which reinforces the idea that God's presence is experienced when His laws are honored and obeyed. The results of this study underscore the importance of obedience to God's commandments.