This study is motivated by the diverse understandings and responses of Al-Qur’an and Tafsir students at UIN Bukittinggi toward the concept of zīnah badaniyyah in Q.S. An-Nūr/24:31 amidst the proliferation of beauty trends, social pressures, and technological advancements. The reception and horizon of expectations of these students constitute the primary research questions. The novelty of this research lies in applying Hans Robert Jauss’s Horizon of Expectations theory within a Living Qur’an framework. This qualitative study involved 28 female students selected through non-probability sampling. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews and observation, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results indicate that provided it lacks tabarruj intent. Furthermore, formal tafsir education significantly transforms the students' horizon of expectations, shifting their understanding from a mere obligation to cover aurat to a holistic ethic of preserving dignity. These findings affirm that for IAT students, Q.S. An-Nūr/24:31 serves as a dynamic ethical guide, remaining relevant to modern beauty trends without compromising religious principles.
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