Wasatiyyat Islam in Muhammadiyah’s movement for strengthening civil society in Indonesia

Abstract

This study is the concept of wasatiyyat and its application in civil society through the lens of Muhammadiyah. The main objective of this research is to see how Muhammadiyah uses wasatiyyat principles to create social attraction, encourage interfaith conversations, and strengthen democratic principles in a pluralist society. The study used a library research approach, which evaluated various sources, including journals, scholarly articles and relevant literature. The results show that Muhammadiyah has successfully incorporated wasatiyyat principles into multiple fields, including education, health, and social advocacy. These efforts show that Islamic moderation can help social harmony and democracy and contribute to developing an inclusive civil society. The results of this study confirm that the wasatiyyat approach through Muhammadiyah has a broader impact, offering a practical framework for dealing with challenges in a multicultural society. This contribution can enrich the discourse on Islam and civil society and highlight the potential of wasatiyyat values in promoting sustainable social development and peace efforts globally.