Indonesian Journal of Islamic Religion and Culture
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): Edisi II, Desember 2024

From Majelis Taklim to Majelis Selawat: Tracing the Cultural Transformation of Islamic Preaching in Java

Kholidin, Afif (Unknown)
Supriyadi, Supriyadi (Unknown)
Mu'min, Ma'mun (Unknown)
Kodriyah, Ida Nur Lailatul (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 Dec 2024

Abstract

Cultural evolution has occurred in various aspects of community life, including religious practices. In Indonesia, religious study groups (majlīs taʻlīm) and prayer groups (majlīs ṣalāwāt) are two forms of religious activities that play an important role in the spiritual development of Muslims. However, recently, prayer groups (majlīs ṣalāwāt) have become more popular than religious study groups (majlīs taʻlīm). This study aims to examine the cultural evolution in the religious practices of the Muslim community in Indonesia, focusing particularly on the transition from religious study groups to prayer groups. The study was conducted using a literature review method, collecting data from various relevant sources. The results show that this shift is influenced by several factors, including the appeal and interactivity of prayer group activities, their emotional impact, ease of understanding, and the strengthening of the communities involved. Furthermore, technological advancements and new media have accelerated the spread and popularity of prayer groups, particularly among the younger generation. The impact of this evolution includes changes in the function and tone of religious studies, the integration of music into spiritual activities, and the emergence of new forms of cultural expression that blend tradition and modernity. This study provides insight into how social and cultural changes shape religious practices and the spiritual identity of Muslims in Indonesia

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijirc

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Indonesian Journal of Islamic Religion and Culture is a peer-reviewed, double-blind journal published by Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat (LPPM) at Institut Agama Islam Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro, East Java, Indonesia. Indonesian Journal of Islamic Religion and Culture publishes research and ...