<![CDATA[The implementation of bereavement rituals in Minangkabau society often faces a gap between customary practices, formal local governance, and theological understanding of Quranic and Hadith texts. This community service activity aimed to enhance Quranic literacy regarding bereavement (takziah), provide theological grounding for the innovative local government policy AYAT (Aparatur Yakin Amalah Takziah), and strengthen social resilience among residents in Pasia Laweh Nagari. Utilizing a Community-Based Research (CBR) approach integrated with Participatory Action Research (PAR) during a university outreach program (KKN), the study involved 120 households, local officials, customary leaders (niniak mamak), and religious figures in Jorong Pasia Laweh. Instruments included thematic tafsir (tafsir maudhu'i) analysis, participatory observation in manigari rituals, deep interviews, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD). The key results demonstrate a significant transformation in community and official perceptions, transitioning the AYAT program from a mere administrative routine into an empathetic social-religious worship act. Quantitatively, officials achieved 100% participation across bereavement events, while qualitative outcomes showed elevated spiritual resilience, improved grief coping mechanisms through active patience (sabar), and seamless integration of pasambahan customary protocol with Islamic teachings. The explicit contribution of this initiative lies in establishing an integrative empowerment model that synthesizes thematic Quranic interpretation, Minangkabau customary tradition, and constitutional village governance. In conclusion, the program successfully fostered a sustainable synergy between divine revelation, local wisdom, and public service. ]]>
