Integration of Spirituality in I‘Tikaf: a Strategy for Preventing Juvenile Delinquency in Urban Areas
Keywords:
Spirituality, I‘tikaf, Juvenile Delinquency, Prevention, Urban YouthAbstract
The phenomenon of juvenile delinquency in urban areas continues to rise along with rapid urbanization, digital lifestyle, and the weakening of social control. The urban environment, which tends to be materialistic and spiritually disconnected, contributes to the moral degradation among adolescents. This study aims to analyze the integration of spirituality within the practice of i‘tikaf as a preventive strategy against juvenile delinquency in urban settings.This research employed a qualitative phenomenological approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. The findings reveal that i‘tikaf fosters self-awareness, self-control, and moral responsibility among adolescents. Spiritual values such as muhasabah (self-reflection), tawakkal (trust in God), and mujahadah (spiritual struggle) play a significant role in reducing deviant behaviors.Hence, the integration of spirituality through i‘tikaf can serve as both a preventive and rehabilitative strategy for character development among urban youth. This study provides a conceptual framework for educational institutions, Islamic boarding schools, and spiritual communities to design youth development programs grounded in spiritual principles.
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