Islam Wasathiyah dan Tantangannya di Era Digital: Upaya Meneguhkan Moderasi Beragama di Tengah Arus Informasi

Abstract

Islam Wasathiyah is an Islamic concept that emphasises balance, justice, and moderation in practising religion, interacting in society, and contributing to the nation. In today’s fast-paced and open digital era, the values of Wasathiyah face serious challenges such as the rise of radical ideologies, religious misinformation, and a crisis of religious authority on social media platforms. This study aims to analyse these challenges and explore strategies to strengthen the implementation of Islam Wasathiyah in the digital context. Using a descriptive qualitative approach through library research, the study concludes that enhancing digital religious literacy, active involvement of moderate scholars and preachers in digital spaces, and the development of contextual and engaging da'wah content are key strategies to ensure that Wasathiyah values remain dominant in the era of information. The realisation of Islam as a mercy for all (rahmatan lil ‘alamin) depends greatly on the collective awareness of Muslims in managing the digital space wisely and ethically