Al-Ghazali's Perspective Moderating Values in the Book Bidayah al-Hidayah

Abstract

This research is motivated by the motivation to explore the values ??of moderation in Sufism because Sufism is seen to function as a basic framework for promoting religious moderation. This is because the teachings of Sufism emphasize the integration of Sufi values ??into social life, which can help fight extremism, radicalism and intolerance. This research aims to examine the values ??of moderation from Imam al-Ghazali's perspective contained in the book Bidayah al-Hidayah. Al-Ghazali, as one of the great figures in the history of Islamic thought, emphasized the importance of balance in various aspects of religious life, including worship, morality and social interaction. Using a qualitative approach, this research analyzes the texts in Bidayah al-Hidayah to identify the principles of moderation proposed by al-Ghazali. The results of the analysis show that al-Ghazali prioritizes values ??such as Tawazun (balance), Tasamuh (tolerance), I'tidal (justice/putting things in their place), and looking for a middle way (Tawasuth) avoiding extremism in worship and interacting with other people. to achieve a harmonious life. By strengthening the principles of moderation, Muslims are expected to be able to overcome the challenges of division and conflict in diverse societies. It is hoped that these findings can contribute to the development of moderate thinking in Islam and increase awareness of the importance of these values ??in everyday life