Atthulab: Islamic Religion Teaching and Learning Journal
Vol 11 No 1 (2026): INPRESS-Atthulab: Islamic Religion Teaching and Learning Journal

Navigating Pluralism: Wasathiyyah Pedagogy and the Construction of Religious Moderation in Multifaith Communities

Jevon Maurilla (Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang)
Soni Ariawan (Queensland University, Australia)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Apr 2026

Abstract

Religious diversity in Indonesia requires proactive management to prevent social conflict, making religious moderation critical for interfaith harmony. This study analyzes the social construction of religious moderation through the lens of Islamic education in Wirotaman Village, Malang, a community where three religions peacefully coexist. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected via interviews, observation, and documentation, then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model. The findings reveal that religious moderation is manifested through mutual respect and cross-cultural cooperation. Crucially, Islamic education drives this harmony through specific pedagogical strategies, including the integration of wasathiyyah values into local pesantren circles and contextualized da'wah. This study concludes that the construction of moderation results from a synergy between educational internalization, religious leadership, and local wisdom, establishing a best-practice model for pluralistic societies.

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Journal Info

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atthulab

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Subject

Religion Education

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Atthulab: Islamic Religion Teaching and Learning Journal merupakan Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam Fakultas Tarbiyah dan Keguruan UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung yang bertujuan untuk mewadahi para dosen, para peneliti dan pendidik Agama Islam di sekolah/madrasah dalam mempublikasikan hasil penelitian ...