The Changing Practices of Religiousity and Mediatization of Islamic Intellectual Management In Indonesian Context

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10.2991/978-2-38476-464-8_8How to use a DOI?

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Mediatization; Religiousity; Medium; Message; Prosumer

Abstract

This article presents a perspective on the widespread mediatization of religious life currently taking place in Muslim society. Religious practices that were previously never performed in virtual spaces have now become common due to rapid developments in communication technology. Online tahlilan, maulid celebrations, and major religious holidays are now frequently broadcast or held online, reflecting this shift. The use of digital Qur’ans, prayer time reminder apps, Qibla direction finders, and even discussions about performing the Hajj through the metaverse are further examples of how mediatization is reshaping religious experiences. At the same time, sermons delivered via social media or through video conferencing platforms represent new forms of Islamic intellectual engagement that can reach wider audiences and endure over time. Recorded sermons uploaded to social media are becoming new sources of religious authority. Increasingly, people no longer consult traditional figures such as Tuan Guru or kyai directly. Instead, they turn to search engines for answers to religious questions. The concept of the “prosumer” (producer and consumer) also emerges in digital spaces, where users both generate and consume religious content, shaping new cultural patterns. However, without proper filtering, these digital environments can contribute to the spread of hoaxes and misinformation. For this reason, the Qur’anic concept of tabayyun, or critical verification, is essential for building healthy media literacy and religious understanding.

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AU  - Abdul Rahim
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DA  - 2025/09/21
TI  - The Changing Practices of Religiousity and Mediatization of Islamic Intellectual Management In Indonesian Context
BT  - Proceedings of International Conference of Islamic Studies (ICONIS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
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