<![CDATA[This study examines how the understanding of destiny (takdir) is expressed through work ethic and social behavior in Tegal Sari Village, Dolok Masihul District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. The study addresses three questions: how residents understand destiny, how Islamic work ethic appears in everyday work, and how this understanding affects social attitudes. A descriptive qualitative field-research design was used. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving six informants representing three families, supported by information from religious and community figures. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion verification. The findings indicate that the dominant pattern is moderate: Allah is recognized as the ultimate determinant of outcomes, while human beings remain responsible for ikhtiar and are expected to practice tawakkal after making an effort. Work ethic is manifested in diligence, discipline, responsibility, honesty, perseverance, planning, and adaptation to economic and environmental changes. The understanding of destiny also supports humility, gratitude, mutual assistance, community harmony, sharing, and the provision of employment opportunities. The study concludes that belief in destiny does not inherently produce passivity. When combined with effort, evaluation, and tawakkal, it can function as a source of spiritual resilience and constructive Islamic work ethic.]]>
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