Integrative Aswaja Values at Amanatul Ummah Islamic Boarding School to Cultivate Moderate Muslim Generations

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jama'ah (Aswaja) values in the educational system of Pondok Pesantren Amanatul Ummah in shaping the character of moderate students amid social dynamics and the challenges of globalization. Core Aswaja values, including tawasuth (moderation), tawazun (balance), tasamuh (tolerance), and i’tidal (justice), are systematically integrated through formal learning processes, teachers’ role modeling, and various social and religious activities within the pesantren environment. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing data collected from in-depth interviews with Aswaja teachers, observations of pesantren activities, and a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of relevant scholarly works on pesantren education and Islamic moderation. The findings indicate that Pondok Pesantren Amanatul Ummah faces significant challenges in internalizing Aswaja values, particularly due to the influence of digital media, global information flows, and the diverse social and educational backgrounds of the students. To address these challenges, the pesantren adopts adaptive strategies by utilizing technology as an instructional medium, strengthening the habituation of Aswaja values in students’ daily lives, and facilitating cross-cultural and interfaith discussion forums. This integrative approach, which emphasizes teachers’ exemplary conduct, not only enhances students’ understanding of Aswaja principles but also fosters their development as moderate, tolerant, and inclusive individuals capable of contributing positively to a multicultural society in the era of globalization.