<![CDATA[Religiosity has a significant role in shaping social relationships, collective solidarity, and community resilience. However, studies on religiosity have predominantly focused on individual beliefs and religious practices, while its function as social capital in strengthening social cohesion within Muslim Communities in Pesisir remains underexplored. This study aims to analyze how religiosity functions as social capital in strengthening social cohesion among Muslim Communities in Pesisirin Probolinggo City, Indonesia. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, this research collected data through observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation involving 20 participants consisting of in Pesisircommunity members, religious leaders, and local government representatives. Data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, supported by thematic analysis to identify patterns related to religiosity, social capital, and social cohesion. The findings reveal that religiosity operates as social capital through three main mechanisms: the internalization of Islamic values, the development of religious-based social networks, and the strengthening of community solidarity. Islamic values such as ukhuwah (brotherhood), ta’awun (mutual assistance), and social care function as collective norms that encourage trust, cooperation, and mutual support. Religious institutions, particularly mosques and religious groups, serve as social spaces for interaction, problem-solving, and community empowerment. This study contributes to Islamic Studies by demonstrating that religiosity is not merely a spiritual dimension but also a transformative social resource that strengthens community cohesion and resilience in in Pesisirsocieties.]]>
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