The Symphony of Spirituality and Religious Moderation in the Teachings of Pangersa Abah Anom

Abstract

Abstrak: This study examines the relevance of Pangersa Abah Anom’s Sufi teachings to religious moderation within the pluralistic context of Indonesian society. By emphasizing Sufi values such as tazkiyyah al-nafs (purification of the soul), mujāhadah (self-discipline), and maḥabbah (compassion), these teachings offer significant contributions to the four indicators of religious moderation outlined by the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs: national commitment, anti-violence, tolerance, and adaptation to local culture. Employing a qualitative approach with a library research design and thematic analysis, the study explores the integration of Sufi values in strengthening religious moderation. The findings reveal that Abah Anom’s teachings provide a comprehensive spiritual framework for fostering social harmony, preventing religion-based conflicts, and enhancing social cohesion by integrating Sufi practices with local cultural contexts. This study underscores the importance of spirituality as a foundation for addressing challenges of radicalism and intolerance in Indonesia.