Reconstructing Religious Moderation in Contemporary Islamic Education: Editorial Introduction to the First Issue of Jurnal Pendidikan Islam Azzahro

Abstract

This editorial introduces the inaugural issue of Jurnal Pendidikan Islam Azzahro (JPIA), which focuses on the theme of religious moderation in Islamic education. The issue brings together several scholarly contributions that examine how moderation values are conceptualized, implemented, and developed within Islamic educational environments, particularly in pesantren institutions. The articles explore various dimensions of moderation-based education, including spiritual formation, communal interaction, curriculum development, and educational strategies for promoting social harmony in plural societies. Collectively, these studies highlight the role of Islamic education in cultivating balanced religious understanding and strengthening peaceful coexistence in contemporary multicultural contexts.