The Reimagining Islamic Rituals: Online Khatmil Qur’an among Muslim Youth in Digital Times
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https://doi.org/10.62039/ijiss.v3i1.63Keywords:
Digital religion; Discursive tradition, Muslim youth; Social transformationAbstract
This study explores the transformation of religious practices among Muslim youth through the lens of Khatmil Qur’an conducted online. In response to the increasing digitization of religious life, this research examines how online Khatmil Qur’an functions not only as a ritual activity but also as a means of religious education, spiritual enrichment, and social integration. Employing the Living Qur’an framework and Talal Asad’s discursive approach to religion, the study highlights how digital platforms reshape traditional Islamic rituals. Using qualitative methods, this research identifies significant differences between offline and online practices in terms of structure, experience, and meaning-making. The findings indicate that online Khatmil Qur’an is actively shaping new forms of religious engagement by integrating technology as an essential medium for spiritual expression. This integration reflects a broader trend in digital religion, where technology does not merely replace traditional methods but becomes embedded in the daily religious lives of believers. The study contributes to the growing body of scholarship on Islam and digital media by offering insights into how young Muslims reconstruct religious meaning in technologically mediated spaces.
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