ADDIN
Vol 20, No 2 (2026): ADDIN

Islamic Professional Preachers amid Social Complexity: Strengthening Competency-Based Daʿwah Management in the Digital Era

Cecep Castrawijaya (Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta)
Agus Wahyu Triatmo (Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Mas Said Surakarta, Indonesia)
Isma-ie Katih (Prince of Songkla University, Pattani Campus, Thailand)
Arwan Arwan (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia)
Suardi Suardi (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Sep 2026

Abstract

The increasing complexity of contemporary social life and the rapid expansion of digital literacy have significantly transformed daʿwah (Islamic preaching). Today, da'i (preachers) must not only master religious knowledge but also demonstrate adaptive, managerial, communicative, and methodological competencies in engaging diverse audiences across digital platforms and dynamic socio-cultural contexts. This study examines the urgency of competency-based daʿwah management education as a strategic foundation for cultivating professional Islamic preachers who can navigate social complexity and digital challenges effectively. Employing a qualitative library-based approach, the research analyzes classical and contemporary scholarship on daʿwah, management theory, professionalism, and digital literacy. The findings indicate that professional daʿwah demands an integrated framework that combines theological depth, strategic planning, leadership skills, ethical communication, and digital adaptability. Competency-based education fosters systematic program design, contextual engagement, and sustainable outreach. Without such reformulation, daʿwah risks fragmentation and declining relevance in rapidly evolving digital public spheres.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Addin

Publisher

Subject

Religion

Description

The focus of ADDIN Journal is to provide religious scientific article of Islamic Studies. ADDIN Journal welcome papers from academicians on theories, philosophy, conceptual paradigms, academic research, as well as religion practices. Paper which consider the following general topics are invited: ...