The Work Program of the Muslimah Islamic Study Council in Improving Religious Knowledge and Practice

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the Majelis Taklim Muslimah Dambaan program in improving the religious knowledge and practices of its congregation. The urgency of this research is motivated by the still limited understanding and experience of comprehensive Islamic teachings among the community, especially women, so that directed and sustainable religious guidance is needed. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation, then analyzed through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that regular religious study activities, tabligh akbar (grand religious gatherings), collective dhikr (remembrance of God), and donations to orphans, as well as moral development and social religious activities have contributed positively to improving Islamic understanding and consistency of members' worship practices. In addition, the program encourages increased religious practices, strengthening Islamic brotherhood, and awareness in implementing Islamic values ​​in daily life and the family environment. Based on these findings, it is recommended that this work program continue to be developed in realizing one of its visions, namely to make Serdang Bedagai Regency religious, and continued support from the government and religious leaders to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of the program