Action Theology in Islamic Preaching: From Discourse on Godhood to Social Responsibility of the Faithful

Nandipah Roa’zah; Muslimatun Diana Muazaroh

doi:10.70062/incoils.v5i1.419

Authors

Nandipah Roa’zah Universitas Pangeran Diponegoro Nganjukj
Muslimatun Diana Muazaroh Universitas Pangeran Diponegoro Nganjuk

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70062/incoils.v5i1.419

Keywords:

Action Theology, Islamic Preaching, Social Responsibility, Social Transformation, Philosophy of Preaching

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This study aims to analyze the concept of action theology in Islamic preaching as a new paradigm that affirms the shift in preaching from normative discourse on divinity to liberating social praxis. The background of this research stems from the phenomenon of contemporary da'wah, which tends to emphasize rhetorical and ritualistic aspects, but has not fully addressed humanitarian issues such as poverty, social inequality, and the crisis of empathy in society. Using a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, this research was conducted in the Sahabat Ummat Nganjuk Community and Pertuni (Indonesian Blind Association) in Nganjuk Regency. The results of the study show that action theology in Islamic preaching manifests itself in three main forms: (1) socio-economic preaching oriented towards empowering the community through productive zakat, sharia cooperatives, and entrepreneurship training; (2) environmental preaching through environmentally friendly mosque movements and Islamic urban farming; and (3) humanitarian preaching such as disaster relief and assistance for vulnerable groups. Theological values such as tauhid, amanah, and ihsan are the main motivational forces that drive preachers and congregations to actively engage in social action. Key words: Action Theology, Islamic Preaching, Social Responsibility, Social Transformation, Philosophy of Preaching.

Author Biography

Muslimatun Diana Muazaroh, Universitas Pangeran Diponegoro Nganjuk

ABSTRACT: This study aims to analyze the concept of action theology in Islamic preaching as a new paradigm that affirms the shift in preaching from normative discourse on divinity to liberating social praxis. The background of this research stems from the phenomenon of contemporary da'wah, which tends to emphasize rhetorical and ritualistic aspects, but has not fully addressed humanitarian issues such as poverty, social inequality, and the crisis of empathy in society. Using a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, this research was conducted in the Sahabat Ummat Nganjuk Community and Pertuni (Indonesian Blind Association) in Nganjuk Regency. The results of the study show that action theology in Islamic preaching manifests itself in three main forms: (1) socio-economic preaching oriented towards empowering the community through productive zakat, sharia cooperatives, and entrepreneurship training; (2) environmental preaching through environmentally friendly mosque movements and Islamic urban farming; and (3) humanitarian preaching such as disaster relief and assistance for vulnerable groups. Theological values such as tauhid, amanah, and ihsan are the main motivational forces that drive preachers and congregations to actively engage in social action. Key words: Action Theology, Islamic Preaching, Social Responsibility, Social Transformation, Philosophy of Preaching.

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