Institutionalizing Islamic Social Responsibility through Khairunnas Anfa’uhum Linnas: A Pesantren-Based Character Education Study

Sinar (Pondok Pesantren Al-Risalah Batetangnga)
Sudirman (Universitas Islam DDI A.G.H. Abdurrahman Ambo Dalle)
Nurzamsinar Nurzamsinar (Universitas Islam DDI A.G.H. Abdurrahman Ambo Dalle)

AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam
Vol. 24 No. 1 (2026): Advancing Islamic Education through Islamic Social Responsibility, Critical Th

Background: Education is not just about transferring knowledge, but also about shaping character and social values. The Al-Risalah Batetangnga Islamic Boarding School implements the motto "khairunnas anfa'uhum linnas" (goodness of character) to develop students who are beneficial to society. However, its implementation faces several challenges, so this study aims to examine the implementation of this value. Research Objectives: This study aims to examine the implementation of Islamic educational values ​​in the motto khairunnas anfa'uhum linnas and its impact at the Al-Risalah Batetangnga Islamic Boarding School. Methods: This research employed a qualitative approach with field methods through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The informants included the founder of the Al-Risalah Batetangnga Islamic boarding school, teaching staff, and students. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Conclusions: This research employed a qualitative approach with field methods through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The informants included the founder of the Al-Risalah Batetangnga Islamic boarding school, teaching staff, and students. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing.