The Influence of Youth Participation in Tadarus Al-Qur'an on Spiritual and Social Development in the City of Bengkulu

Abstract

Objective: to examine the influence of adolescents' participation in Qur'an tadarus activities on their spiritual and social development in Bengkulu City. Theoretical frameworks: those used include the theory of spiritual development and the theory of social interaction, which explain how religious activities can shape an individual's personality and social skills. Literature review: shows that involvement in religious activities such as tadarus contributes to the improvement of spiritual awareness and social ability of adolescents. Research method: This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data was collected through a questionnaire distributed to 15 adolescents aged 13–19 years who actively participated in the tadarus of the Qur'an in various mosques and taklim assemblies in Bengkulu City. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression to see the influence of tadarus participation variables on spiritual (such as closeness to God, inner peace) and social (such as empathy, cooperation, and social responsibility) developmental dimensions. Research results: revealed that participation in tadarus has a significant positive impact on spiritual development, such as an increased sense of faith and inner peace. In addition, the social aspect of adolescents also develops through harmonious interaction with fellow participants and the formation of a strong social network.  Implications: The research confirms the importance of supporting tadarus activities as a means of character and social development of adolescents in the context of local communities. Novelty: this research lies in the emphasis on integration between spiritual and social development obtained through the practice of tadarus, an approach that is rarely explored in depth in the Bengkulu City area.