Glocalizing Islamic Education: Prophetic Hadith Values and Educational Transformation in a Contemporary Pesantren
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https://doi.org/10.35723/ajie.v10i2.309Keywords:
Islamic Education, Glocalization, Prophetic Hadith Values, Educational Transformation, PesantrenAbstract
This study explores the transformation of Islamic education at the Fadllillah Islamic Boarding School in response to the demands of globalization, with a particular focus on the internalization of values derived from the Prophet's Hadith. It aims to understand how these values shape the Islamic boarding school's approach to education while maintaining religious and cultural integrity in the 21st century. The study employed a qualitative case study method with ethnographic techniques, including participant observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. Data were collected over three to four months to examine the transformation process within the Islamic boarding school's educational ecosystem. Data were analyzed thematically and validated through source triangulation and member checking. The study identified key transformations aligned with the values of the Hadith, such as sincerity (ikhlas al-niyyah), the pursuit of knowledge (thalabul ‘ilmi), respect for teachers (adab al-‘ālim), and a balance between spirituality and worldliness. These transformations included comprehensive curriculum integration, participatory pedagogy, and digital literacy initiatives. These findings suggest that Pesantren Fadllillah has not only adapted but also undergone epistemological renewal (tajdid), ensuring its practices align with global educational competencies while remaining rooted in Islamic tradition. Limitations of this study include the contextual nature of the findings, which may not be generalizable to all pesantren, particularly those in areas with limited access to modern educational tools and digital infrastructure. This study offers a valuable model for “glocalization” in Islamic education, demonstrating how traditional values can be integrated with modern educational practices to maintain relevance in an increasingly connected world. Future research could expand on this study by tracking the long-term impact of this transformation and comparing it to other pesantren implementing similar models.
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