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For today’s young generation, Shopee PayLater makes it easy to make payment transactions. This research aims to determine the influence of financial literacy and social media on the decision to use Shopee Paylater among the young generation of Surakarta, Indonesia. This research is quantitative research. Using multiple linear regression analysis, through immersion tests, validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumption tests and F tests. The population in this study is the younger generation in Surakarta. The sample for this research was 60 samples. The results of this research show that financial literacy and social media both partially influence the decision to use Shopee Paylater.

Education is a learning process both through formal and informal activities whose aim is none other than individual self-development. As an effort to master various aspects, both cognitive, affective and psychomotor. Sharia economics in the current modernization context, especially in the concept of the Indonesian state, does not only focus on Muslims. Indonesia's multicultural society with various cultures, languages and religions is a very important market in the development of sharia economics. Likewise in educational institutions.  This research was conducted with the aim of observing the extent of the role of education in increasing Sharia Economic Awareness. The research methods used are observation and interviews. Observing and distributing questionnaires to be filled out by STAI Nurul Falah Airmolek students, especially the Sharia Economics Study Program and several other study program students.The results of this research show that students have a strong interest in sharia economics. They realize the importance of the understanding of Sharia Economics that they obtain to convey to society. However, it is a challenge for students because there are still many students who are not yet literate or aware of the presence of Sharia Banking. Social life and the environment are one of the factors that they consider that they don't really need banking services. Even though times have changed digitally. However, this is the reality that is happening today in the regional environment and is an effort for educators, practitioners and Sharia Banking itself to more aggressively build the interest of the academic community and academics in Sharia Banking.

The legend of Situ Bagendit is one of the Indonesian folktales that is full of moral and cultural values. This research aims to analyze the intrinsic elements in the legend, including themes, characters and characters, plot, setting, point of view, mandate, and symbolism. Using a literary analysis approach, this study reveals how these elements work together to convey a strong moral message. The results of the analysis show that the main theme in the Situ Bagendit Legend is greed and its destructive impact. Nyi Endit, as the main character, represents bad behavior that leads to destruction, while beggars play a role as a symbol of justice and wisdom. The linear storyline and setting where Situ Bagendit reinforces the moral message it contains, namely the importance of sharing, staying away from greed, and living in harmony with others and nature. The message in this story remains relevant in the modern era, making it an effective learning medium to instill social and cultural values. Strong symbolism, such as a beggar's wand and overflowing water, adds depth to the story, giving it a broader dimension to its moral meaning. This study concluded that  the Situ Bagendit Legend not only functions as a traditional entertainment, but also as an important cultural heritage to be preserved. Through the analysis of intrinsic elements, this legend can be appreciated as a reflection of noble values that are relevant to the life of today's society.

Learning technology continues to develop as time goes by. Technology is the science of tools and skills that make humans work more efficiently. The implementation of daily learning often follows technological developments in the world of education, as do teachers and lecturers. In the field of education, technology has an influence on improving the quality of education, types of educational technology, information technology and communication and learning technology have a major role in learning. The role of technology in the field of education is as an information center and doing new things to illustrate learning and determine online learning methods. With increasingly developing technology, it can also provide benefits that have both good and bad impacts. One of the developments in technology has had a good influence by increasing self-openness in terms of expanding knowledge as information for all life in the world across borders, places and times. Negative impacts include changes in behavior, morals, rules or morals of life so that they conflict with the moral rules that apply in society. Therefore, to prevent the negative impact of using technology in learning, it is necessary to supervise parents and educators who work together in carrying out teaching and supervising children in using technology. The presence and function of technology in the world of education provides the development and growth of human resources as a determinant in achieving success in education. This kind of thing is caused by human resources themselves which are still lagging behind in using this technology in training. With today's technological developments in education, there are many new innovations to support learning. In this case, one way is to provide changes in educational facilities which are increasingly increasing and developing rapidly through technology.

The statements of Jesus on the cross represent a deeply theological aspect that must continue to be studied, understood, and applied in today’s Christian ministry. Christian ministry must not ignore the meaning of Jesus’ holy suffering as an expression of His sacrifice to redeem sinful humanity. Unfortunately, there are still some who question the authenticity of this suffering, even believing that the one who was crucified was not Jesus, but one of His disciples or another person. This perspective stands in opposition to the core teachings of the Christian faith.This study aims to narrate the peak quality of Jesus’ holy suffering through His seven last sayings on the cross. The research uses a qualitative method with a library research approach and grammatical analysis of biblical texts. Data were collected from theological literature and analyzed in light of biblical implications concerning the idea of Jesus’ suffering.The findings show that each statement of Jesus on the cross holds profound theological meaning and reflects God’s eternal plan for the redemption of human sin. A grammatical analysis of these texts strengthens the understanding that Jesus’ suffering is not only a historical event but also bears a deep spiritual significance essential for human salvation. Therefore, the teaching of Jesus’ words on the cross must become an integral part of church ministry today to strengthen the faith of believers in the truth of the Gospel.

In today’s date Artificial intelligence (AI) has substantially transformed marketing strategies and specifically Viral Marketing by enhancing the content personalization, targeting the audience and real time campaign optimization. The study explored the Artificial Intelligence impact on Viral marketing with a comprehensive review of 20 literatures that highlights the diverse applications of AI such as predictive analytics, natural language processing (NLP) and AI-driven visual content creation. This study employed meta analysis approach to evaluate how effectively AI could boost marketing reach, engagement and return on investment (ROI). The finding of the study indicates a positive correlation between the efficiency of Viral Marketing campaigns and the integration of AI, despite the fact highlighting ethical and transparency. The study concludes with practical suggestions for using AI in Viral marketing in a responsible and efficient manner to enhance its potential while mitigating related dangers. This study also highlights AI’s revolutionary role in changing market dynamics.

This article examines the example of Hannah's prayer based on the biblical text in 1 Samuel 1:10-20 and how her faith and hope can be an inspiration for Christian women in facing life's challenges. The study shows that through sincere prayer, faith, and hope, Hannah gained strength in overcoming severe personal struggles. Using a theological analysis approach, this article reveals the relevance of prayer as a form of devotion and trust in God, and identifies important principles drawn from Hannah's life to be applied in the lives of Christian women today.

Hypertension is difficult for sufferers to realize because it has no specific symptoms. Hypertension in the elderly is a problem that is often found in the elderly today. One of the life habits that contributes to hypertension includes smoking and work history as triggers for hypertension in the elderly. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between smoking behavior and work history with the incidence of hypertension in the elderly at the Internal Medicine Clinic, Graha Husada Hospital, Bandar Lampung. This type of quantitative research uses an analytical survey research design and a cross-sectional approach. The research was carried out in October 2024 at Graha Husada Hospital in Bandar Lampung. The population in this study was elderly people who suffered from hypertension with a sample size of 64 respondents. The sampling technique in this research used purposive sampling. The instruments used were questionnaires, blood pressure monitors and stethoscopes to measure blood pressure. Data analysis used the chi square test. The results of this study show that there is a relationship between smoking behavior with a p-value <0.001 (<0.05) and work history with a p-value <0.001 (<0.05) on the incidence of hypertension in the elderly. It is hoped that hospitals can provide reading media to increase patient awareness by socializing smoking behavior and reducing heavy work or doing friendly or light work so as not to trigger an increase in blood pressure.

This article discusses backbiting in the perspective of hadith. Every human being is required to always do good, be kind, not to hurt people, or to gossip about others. But in reality backbiting seems to have become commonplace in today's society and can cause tension in a society, namely dialogue about other people or negative stories about someone and in religious (Islamic) language it is called backbiting. This study aims to discuss backbiting according to the hadith perspective. This study uses a qualitative approach by applying the thematic method. The formal object of this research is the definition and prohibition of backbiting which are formulated based on hadith themes. The material object of this research is the case. The prohibition of backbiting in the hadith above aims to maintain harmony in social life. The results of this study indicate that hadith themes can be formulated within the theoretical framework of curiosity from a hadith perspective. The discussion of this study explains that curiosity is relevant to aspects of positive mental health and one's well-being which includes digging for information, exploration, asking anyone who can fulfill one's curiosity about something he feels he needs.

This study aims to examine consumer decision-making regarding marketing techniques in higher education institutions in the digital era. As technology advances and competition among universities intensifies, it is crucial for educational institutions to understand the factors influencing prospective students' decisions in choosing a university. The research employs a quantitative approach through surveys involving prospective students from various universities, as well as interviews with education marketing professionals. The findings reveal that the use of social media, personalized digital marketing, and alumni testimonials have a significant impact on influencing prospective students' decisions. This study provides new insights into the importance of adaptive, data-driven marketing strategies for attracting prospective students in the digital age. The significance of this research lies in its ability to offer guidance to higher education institutions in designing more effective and relevant marketing techniques that meet the needs of today's consumers.

In today's world of retail and technology, competition is fiercely competitive. With the development of retail businesses increasing in number and mushrooming in a region, consumer needs are increasing, and retail business players are competing to develop their businesses by utilizing existing technology. Daily sales transaction data continues to increase, causing a lot of storage. Toko Ira has more than 228 sales transaction data records from 2023 to 2024 that have not been used. Data requires a lot of storage space. Additionally, the data has not been used in an effective way. Based on this problem, this research aims to use data mining to classify sales transaction data to determine which items are selling best. This research is a case study with a qualitative approach. This research was conducted with the Naive Bayes method and Rapidminer was used. The results of the sales transaction data classification research are the division of products into best-selling and non-selling categories. The results of this research show that the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) algorithm with a 50:50 data division is more effective in predicting and classifying sales of best-selling and non-selling products in IRA stores. The results show that the Naive Bayes algorithm has an accuracy of 89.91%, while the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) algorithm has an accuracy of 60.09%.

This study aims to explain the linguistic approach, one of the methods used in Islamic teaching. One of the options in Islamic education is linguistics, which aims to investigate the principles of Islamic education before trying to offer meanings that are in line with the difficulties and developments of today's era. To build the main core covering the linguistic approach in Islamic education, this study uses a literature study technique, which involves collecting reference sources that are considered relevant to the research problem and then distributing them. The results of the study, language is a sound sign that is considered to reflect how human reason and emotion are perceived. Humans use this sound sign to validate their internal identity and their perception of the surrounding environment. To keep Islamic teachings in line with the current cycle of development and change, this study effectively shows the important function that language plays in articulating it. The noble and moderate teachings of Islam can be misinterpreted by linguists.

Education plays an important role in building a generation that is intelligent, virtuous, and capable of facing the challenges of the times. However, education cannot be separated from social and cultural factors, where social and cultural conditions themselves have an impact on education. One such case occurred during the colonial era, when the colonial government had a significant influence in shaping the educational system in Indonesia at that time. Education was essentially divided into two: formal school education, which focused only on worldly knowledge, and education in pesantren (Islamic boarding schools), which taught only religious knowledge. Due to this situation, K.H. Ahmad Dahlan was moved to reform Islamic education. This research aims to explore K.H. Ahmad Dahlan's thoughts on education and to understand his efforts in the process of reforming Islamic education. The research uses a literature study method, where data is obtained from writings such as books, journal articles, and other supporting texts related to the issue. The results of the study show that K.H. Ahmad Dahlan had his own educational philosophy, in which religious knowledge and worldly knowledge were seen as an integrated whole. K.H. Ahmad Dahlan’s struggle can be seen from his efforts to establish a school that integrated both religious and worldly knowledge. His contribution to educational reform is still felt today, as educational institutions under Muhammadiyah have spread across Indonesia. Muhammadiyah itself is an organization founded by K.H. Ahmad Dahlan, which serves as a platform or means for his struggle.

This article discusses the concept of the Kingdom of God in Jesus' teaching according to the Gospel of Mark. The Kingdom of God is understood as a spiritual and eschatological reality that is present through the ministry of Jesus Christ. In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus' teaching about the Kingdom of God challenges the traditional view that expects the coming of the Messiah as a political leader. Using a qualitative approach, this study examines the verses of Mark 1:15, 4:11-12, 4:30-32, and 10:15 to explain the characteristics of the Kingdom of God, such as its theocentric, messianic, and dynamic nature. The study highlights that the Kingdom of God is the active rule of God in human history, with two main dimensions: "already present" through Jesus' ministry and "not yet fully realized" until His second coming. This article provides theological and historical insights into the relevance of Jesus' teachings on the Kingdom of God for the life of the church and society today.

The rapid development of globalization today facilitates access to information circulating on social media, both positive and negative. This study examines the increasing cases of defamation in the digital age, focusing on legal protection aspects and rehabilitation efforts for victims. The purpose of this writing is to understand the role of the government and law enforcement authorities in addressing defamation offenses. Using a normative legal research method, it is concluded that: 1. To understand the forms of defamation offenses, 2. To determine the rights of victims of defamation. Protection and rehabilitation efforts for one's reputation are crucial in this era, considering the advancements in technology and the widespread occurrence of defamation.

This article investigates the use of mood, atmosphere, and tone in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby, as well as the socio-economic issues discussed therein, including gender, race, and social class. This research also investigates how Fitzgerald uses these narrative elements to criticize the American Dream and emphasize social inequality in the United States during the Jazz era. This novel tells of the sadness, emptiness, and dissatisfaction hidden behind the outer luxury and glamour. The results of the analysis show that The Great Gatsby shows a sharp criticism of socio-economic injustice and unrealistic expectations in society at that time. These things are still relevant for today's society

English has become an important subject at the elementary school level, unlike when it was introduced at the middle school level. Today, English is included in the curriculum of elementary schools, as well as in kindergartens and early childhood education. English is introduced through enjoyable informal methods, such as playing and singing, to align with students' development. This aims to provide a strong foundation in foreign language acquisition. However, teaching English in remote areas like Samuda Kecil still faces challenges, such as a lack of resources and facilities. Digital technology, such as interactive videos from YouTube, is one innovation that has addressed these obstacles. The community service group at Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, who teaches at SDN 1 Samuda Kecil, uses the interactive video "Days of the Week" as a teaching medium. This video helps students listen to correct pronunciations and increases their motivation to learn. As a result, students find it easier to remember vocabulary and show significant improvement in understanding the material. Interactive media like this has proven effective in enhancing the quality of English learning in remote areas.

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 rapid development of technology and increasingly complex global challenges have a significant impact on the mindset and behavior of today's youth. Pondok pesantren, as a traditional Islamic educational institution, plays a crucial role in shaping the character of young people, fostering good morals, discipline, and responsibility. This study aims to explore the role of pondok pesantren in character building among youth in the modern era. The research adopts a qualitative approach, using data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis with pesantren leaders, teachers, and students. The findings indicate that pondok pesantren play a vital role in shaping students' character through religious education, the application of daily routines that instill discipline, and social activities that promote a sense of responsibility. Pondok pesantren also adapt to modern times by incorporating technology into the learning process while maintaining traditional values. In conclusion, pondok pesantren are effective in shaping a generation of youth who are not only intellectually capable but also possess strong character, discipline, and high moral standards.

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.