Religious Moderation-Based Islamic Education Model by Nahdlatul Ulama at Islamic Boarding Schools in Lampung Province

_______________________ *Correspondence Address: wasehudin@uinbanten.ac.id Abstract: Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) has made a substantial contribution to Islamic education, especially in the world of Islamic boarding schools. Islamic boarding schools have a significant influence in creating intelligent and great young generations. The focus of this study is to analyze the implementation and the results of Islamic education based on religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools in Lampung province. The Islamic boarding schools that served as objects of study are Islamic boarding schools in Lampung province that have implemented religious moderation, namely the Ushuluddin Islamic Boarding School in South Lampung, Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School Bandar Lampung, Al-Hidayat Islamic Boarding School Pesawaran, and Raudhatu Sholihin Islamic Boarding School Central Lampung. This study applied the field research design with a qualitative descriptive approach. The data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The study results show that Islamic boarding schools in Lampung province have implemented Islamic education based on religious moderation. Islamic boarding schools in Lampung province have similarities in terms of application, namely Tawasuth (taking the middle way) and Tsamuh (tolerance). They also integrate the general curriculum and religious curriculum by studying the Kitab Kuning (Kitab Turath), yasinan, Tabligh Akbar, room placement based on ethnic background, and Bahtsul Masail activities. As a result, the students have a strong base of thought and character by openly responding to differences and thinking.


INTRODUCTION
Education has an essential role in human life and cannot be separated from the whole human life process (Purwanto et al., 2021;Setyaningrum et al., 2020). Therefore, the implementation of education must involve various factors, including the government, community, parents, and stakeholders, to form a system that influences each other (Ali, 2020;Yoga Purandina & Astra Winaya, 2020). Also, there is a need for collaboration between racial, cultural, and religious differences, especially in education (Firawati, 2017;Shahid, 2018;Zamimah, 2018).
In Indonesia, many extremist movements can threaten the unity and integrity of the Indonesian nation. The organizations that oppose state ideology and threaten unity force us to re-examine the Islamic moderation values. Islamic education is expected to produce humans who constantly strive to perfect their faith, piety, noble characters, including ethics, characters, or morals as the embodiment of education (Khunaifi & Hanif, 2020;Kusnawati & Surachman, 2019). Moderate values in Islam need to be manifested in the educational curriculum. Support from all parties is required in order to realize this idea. The Directorate General of Islamic Education under the Ministry of Islamic Religion of the Republic of Indonesia is legally and formally responsible for learning this idea (Fahrurrozi & Mahyudin, 2012).
Islamic organizations in Indonesia also have an essential role in realizing Islamic moderation, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) (Hamim et al., 2021). NU has played a role in contributing to the field of education. NU also has accommodated religious diversity in Indonesia through religious moderation. One of the cultivation of religious moderation is through Islamic boarding schools (Joseph, 2018). Religious moderation is not only order from Pancasila but also a necessity in religion. Pondok Pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) is one of the oldest education systems in Indonesia and continues to grow today. The development of technology demands Islamic boarding schools to implement the elements or components of advanced education (Adisel & Prananosa, 2020).
Several previous researchers have studied the Islamic boarding schools in terms of character building (Khamid, 2020;Marwani A et al., 2020;Ritonga et al., 2021;Saihu & Rohman, 2019), the education leadership model (Rizki et al., 2021), entrepreneurship Education model (Ali, 2020), the quality of education (Khunaifi & Hanif, 2020), and Islamic education management (Purwanto et al., 2021). Previous researchers applied the education model and even Islamic education in Islamic boarding schools. However, they did not analyze religious moderation. This study focuses on analysing the model of Islamic education based on religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools. The Islamic boarding schools surveyed were NU Islamic boarding schools in the Lampung area.
The Islamic boarding schools in Lampung Province that apply NU-style religious moderation are Raudhatush-Salihin Islamic Boarding School in Central Lampung Regency, Ushuluddin Islamic Boarding School in South Lampung Regency, Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Bandar Lampung City, and Al-Hidayat Islamic Boarding School in Pesawaran Regency.

METHOD
This study employed the descriptive qualitative method. The data were collected using observation, interviews, and documentation. The research data were analyzed through triangulation of qualitative data. The design of the study is illustrated in Figure 1. The object studied in this study was the application of an Islamic education model based on religious moderation by Nahdlatul Ulama. This qualitative research analyzed the implementation of religious moderation from the NU perspective and the implementation of Islamic education based on religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools in Lampung Province. Table 1 below describes the indicators of the variables in this study.

RESULT AND DISCUSSION
Nahdatul Ulama has built several Islamic boarding schools that have become icons for their respective regions. For example, the Islamic boarding schools in Lampung have many students and a sound teaching system based on the Ahlussunnah Wal Jama'ah teaching. Table 2 shows the number of Islamic boarding school students in the province of Lampung who acted as the objects of this study. Based on observations and interviews, the researchers discovered the forms of religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools in Lampung province. In general, the Islamic boarding schools are based on the Ahlussunnah Wal Jama'ah teaching. However, as the community organizations, the Islamic boarding schools follow the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU). NU's moderation attitude is inseparable from the creed of Ahlusunnah Wal Jama'ah, which recognizes four schools of thought, namely Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hambali.
In aqidah, NU follows the teaching pioneered by Imam Abu Hasan Al-Asy'ari and Imam Abu Mansyur Al-Maturidi. In Fiqh, NU follows the approach of Abu Hanifah Al-Nu'man, Imam Malik ibn Anas, Imam Muhammad ibn Idris Al-Shafi'I, and Ahmad ibn Hanbali. In the field of Sufism, NU follows Imam al-Junaid Al-Baghdadi and Imam Al-Ghazali. Therefore, the teaching styles applied in the Islamic boarding schools cannot be separated from the teaching styles based on the Nahdlatul Ulama style.

Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School
The application of moderate Islamic education at the Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Bandar Lampung is reflected through various activities. Based on the data obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation, Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School implements several activities as follows.

Kitab Kuning Study
Every Islamic boarding school must have a manual as a reference in conducting the learning activities. In Kitab Kuning, there are moderate Islamic values that are always conveyed by the teachers (ustadz). Before the study begins, the Al-Fatihah verse is recited and directed to the masyaikh of the boarding school and the Author of the book to be studied. Before ending the lesson, the students are reminded to be tolerant and fair in doing anything. Participants do not merely translate Arabic texts but also review them according to the current developments.
The teachers always convey the moderate Islam values, such as the prohibition to say that the merchants who open their business (food stalls) violate the rules of Islamic law because we live side by side with non-Muslims. Besides, Ahlussunnah wal Jama'ah materials are also taught, such as reciting the Aqidatul Awam, Hujjah Nahdlatul Ulama, and books written by other salaf scholars. Therefore, the implementation of the Kitab Kuning study is in line with the indicators of religious moderation, which are Tasamuh (tolerance), Tawasuth (taking the middle way), I'tidal (straight and firm), and Ishlah (tolerance).

Seminar
Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School often holds seminars. The theme of these seminars is usually radicalism, the dangers of drugs, juvenile delinquency, and many other articles. The themes aim to make students understand the problems outside the boarding school. The speakers who are competent in their fields are invited from various cities. This activity is mandatory for every student and is open to anyone who wants to attend it. It is expected that this activity can open students' mindset so that issues cannot easily provoke them in society and on social media after they graduate from the Islamic boarding school. The implementation of this seminar is in line with the religious moderation indicators, namely Musawah (egalitarian), Tasamuh (tolerance), and Tawassuth (taking the middle way).

Discussion
In Al-Hikmah Islamic Boarding School, the discussion has become a common thing for students who are members of student organization (Jamiiyah/OSIS). The discussion aims to shape the students' personality skills, maturity in thinking and acting, and train students to dare to express their opinions to the public without creating an anarchic attitude. The implementation of this seminar is in line with the religious moderation indicators, namely Shura (deliberation), Tasamuh (tolerance), and Musawah (egalitarian).

Tabligh Akbar
Tabligh Akbar is one of the recurring events held at the end of each school year for the farewell or graduation event. The activities consist of general recitations and the students' talents performance. The guests are invited from various circles, including government, community leaders, religious leaders, students' guardians, and the general public. Through this activity, it is hoped that students will have a sense of social with the community. The implementation of the Tabligh Akbar is in line with the religious moderation indicators, namely Tasamuh (tolerance), Tawasuth (taking the middle way), Shura (deliberation), and Ishlah (tolerance).

Ushuluddin Islamic Boarding School
The implementation of Islamic education based on religious moderation in Ushuluddin Islamic Boarding School has been carried out through two channels: learning in the classroom and learning outside the classroom. The implementation of Islamic education based on religious moderation is taught through classroom learning, specifically during the study of Al-Maraghi book. The teachers integrate the contents of the Al-Maraghi interpretation with their experiences when interacting and being the speakers at interfaith events. Besides, the teachers integrate the material with the multicultural and multireligious life in Indonesia and its current issues. This activity reflected the indicator of religious moderation, namely Tasamuh (tolerance).
Furthermore, implementing Islamic education based on religious moderation is carried out through learning outside the classroom reflected through the activities and interactions with the boarding school's environment. The activities include the flag ceremony in commemoration of the Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia (Tawasuth), visiting the grave (pilgrimage) of the Wali and heroes, and the students' placement in each room.

Al-Hidayat Islamic Boarding School
Based on the results of the study found forms of planting Islamic education based on religious moderation in Al-Hidayat cottage in several states of activities.

Kitab Kuning Study
The study of Kitab Kuning is a routine activity carried out in Islamic boarding schools every Tuesday and Friday from 6 to 6.50 AM. It aims to provide Islamic Religious Education knowledge directly from the books of trustworthy Ahlussunnah Wal Jama'ah scholars. This activity will give an excellent understanding to the students. This activity also teaches various Islamic religious disciplines using the Sorogan method (students facing the teachers) by handing the Kitab Kuning to the ustadz or kyai (teachers) to explain its content. The teachers will read the text and then imitated it by the students, accompanied by explanations until the students are considered to understand the content.

Yasinan and Istighotsah
Yasinan and istighosah activities are carried out every Friday night. The activity begins with the reading of tawasul and ends with a prayer together. Yasinan teaches students to send prayers to their families, teachers, and Muslims who have passed away and introduces students always to remember Allah. The implementation of this activity is in line with the religious moderation indicators, namely Ishlah (reform) and Tasamuh (tolerance).

Sholawat
Al-Hidayat Islamic Boarding School practices a form of love for Rasulullah (PBUH), who has shown the right path for all people and the universe. This activity teaches students to have the same manners and behaviour as the Prophet Muhammad. The activity is correlated with Islamic Education, namely the history of Islamic Culture. The histories are read during the activity, and students will learn about good manners that can grow a sense of love for the Prophet Muhammad. Prayers are performed to praise the Prophet by reading Al-Barzanji, Maulid Nabi, and Maulid Ad-Dhiba. This activity is carried out once a week. This activity correlates with Islamic Education (Tarikh) teaching and is only carried out in NU Islamic boarding schools.
The implementation of the NU cultivation at the Al-Hidayat Islamic boarding school supports the goals of Islamic education. Therefore, NU traditions should be applied in Islamic boarding schools to preserve the NU traditions. The implementation of this activity is reflected in the indicators of religious moderation, namely Ishlah (reform), Tawazun (balance), and Tawasuth (taking the middle way).

Raudhatus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School
Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School carries out various moderate-based activities.

Tolerance (Tasamuh)
Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic boarding school applies tolerance (Tasamuh) in the learning process in character education. The tolerance value is taught through an explanation of its application in social life. The tolerance value is applied at school and in the community by not discriminating against friends and respecting each other. The students should respect the teachers and fellow students among understanding or opinions differences, reprimand and evaluate students who violate the rules of conduct and apply the triukhuwah, namely Ukhuwah Islamiyah, Ukhuwah Basyariyah and Ukhuwah Wathaniyah.

Tawasuth (Taking the Middle Way)
The application of Tawasuth at the Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School is made by providing understanding to students about the value and the benefits of Tawasuth. Its goal is to direct students to avoid dangerous extremist and radical ideas. The application of Tawasuth in everyday life can be made by upholding the value of togetherness and deliberation during a debate, teaching students to conduct deliberation when there is a dispute, not excessively wearing clothes, using black caps every day, female students wearing headscarves with simple patterns.

I'tidal (Fair)
Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School conducts I'tidal by correcting students who make mistakes or actions that are not commendable regardless of their background.

Tawazun (Balanced)
Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School applies Tawazun (balance) by combining religious knowledge and general knowledge. The balance values have unwittingly been attached to this Islamic boarding school. The teachers always say that seeking knowledge is mandatory for every Muslim, both male and female. The balance between the world and the hereafter is also essential. Then, in terms of daily implementation, Tawazun values are implemented in the habit of reading the Qur'an, Dhuha prayer, Tahajud prayer, congregation, and infaq.

Musawah (Egalitarian)
The egalitarian understanding (Musawah) at the Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic boarding school is applied through the room placement of each student. Therefore, they are not grouped into one tribe or region.

Bahtsul Masail
The application of the Bahtsul Masail program at the Roudhotus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School is made through a deliberation forum for students on the fiqhiyah issues. This activity is also a tradition that must exist in Islamic boarding schools to empower students.
In general, the findings of this study are that all Islamic boarding schools in Lampung have implemented religious moderation. Religious moderation is appropriate for supporting the future of the students in community life (Busyro & Tarihoran, 2019;Hamim et al., 2021;Yusuf, 2018). Also, religious moderation that has been implemented supports government programs.
The Islamic boarding schools in Lampung Province have implemented religious moderation, namely Tawassuth (taking the middle way), Tawazun (balance), I'tidâl (straight and firm), Tasamuh (tolerance), Musawah (egalitarian), Shura (deliberation) and Ishlah (reform). Religious moderation is implemented in the teaching and learning process, worship facilities, appearance, behaviour, attitudes, discussions, religious seminars, and learning outcomes standards set by the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Arenggoasih & Wijayanti, 2020). Islamic boarding schools are educational institutions that have an essential role in achieving educational goals by instilling tolerance and inter-religious harmony. Therefore, religious moderation is appropriate for Islamic boarding schools throughout Indonesia to get good Islamic education results (Firdaus, 2020). Moderation values implemented in religious learning in educational institutions also play an essential role in preventing radicalism and fostering an attitude of nationalism that is in line with the diversity in the Republic of Indonesia (Hasanah et al., 2020;Nur et al., 2020). However, there needs to be an archive in every activity so that Islamic education can be better and more advanced according to the progress of times.

CONCLUSION
Based on the research results, the researchers discovered the implementation of religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools in Lampung Province; 1) Al-Hikmah Islamic boarding school applies religious moderation indicators including Tasamuh (tolerance), Tawasuth (taking the middle way), I'tidal (straight and firm), Ishlah (reform), Musawah (egalitarian), and Shura (deliberation). 2) The Ushuluddin Islamic Boarding School applies Islamic moderation indicators, including Tawasuth (taking the middle way), Tasamuh (tolerance), and Musawah (egalitarian). 3) Al-Hidayat Islamic Boarding School applies religious moderation through Tawazun (balance), Ishlah (reform), and Tasamuh (tolerance). 4) Roudhothus Sholihin Islamic Boarding School applies religious moderation indicators through Tawassuth (taking the middle way), Tawazun (balance), I'tidal (straight and firm), Tasamuh (tolerance), Musawah (egalitarian), Shura (deliberation), and Ishlah (reform). Thus, the Islamic boarding schools in Lampung Province have implemented a model of Islamic education based on religious moderation. The Islamic boarding schools are similar in Tasamuh (tolerance) and Tawasuth (taking the middle path). So then, Islamic education based on religious moderation produces students who have strong thought and characters by responding to differences, thinking openly, living harmoniously and cooperatively with different religious groups.