MODEL PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM PADA JANDA-JANDA (Studi Kasus Persaudaraan Janda-Janda Indonesia “Armalah” di DIY)

Abstract

Abstract: Widowhood is a disadvantaged social status. Widows must bear the burden of their lives and their children. Widowhood can cause a severe psychological shock which leads them to solve the problem in shortcut ways. The research problem of this study is how the implementation of Islamic education in PJJI “Armalah” isand how about its implications, supporting factors and the obstacles. It is a field study with a case study approach. The data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The data were analysed using qualitative descriptive. The results of the study show that for educational material: 1) Theocentric models, it is in the form of training in reading the Koran, sending blessings upon the Prophet, prayers, religious lecturing, worship training, and guidance of Husnul Khatimah. 2) Theocentric humanist model, it is in the form of social assistance, spiritual tourism, PHBI, Ramadan fasting, qurban practice, health guidance, economic independence, mediation of finding the mates and giving advocacy. The implications are PJJI “Armalah” can improve the ability of Qur’an recitation, economic independence, remarried widows, and health maintenance. The supporting factors are members’ interest, the number of retirees, doctoral degree gained, and strategic offices. The inhibited factors are the distance of residence, elderly, heterogeneity of religious understanding, and the lack of experts in technology.