Digitalization of the Teachings of the Naqsyabandhi Haqqani Tariqah in Indonesian Urban Society

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Abstract

This article aims to explore how the teachings of the Naqshbandi Haqqani Su�i Tariqah are being digitalized and disseminated within Indonesian urban society.It highlights the transformation of Su�i practices in digital spaces and the role of information technology in bridging spiritual teachings with modern urban life.The study employs a qualitative approach using digital ethnography.Data were collected through participant observation on digital platforms (YouTube, WhatsApp, and other social media), in-depth interviews with disciples and tariqah administrators, and content analysis of digital materials produced by the Naqshbandi Haqqani community.The main focus is on how digital da'wah is conducted and how the tariqah's messages are received and interpreted by an urban, digitally connected audience.The �indings show that digitalization has opened new spaces for the expansion of the tariqah in major Indonesian cities. Spiritual teachings, dzikr (remembrance), and sermons are now instantly accessible, blurring the boundaries between sacred and profane spaces.Digital media not only serves as a means of dissemination but also shapes new ways of experiencing spirituality in the modern era.Moreover, the use of symbols, visual language, and the distinctive aesthetics of the tariqah strengthens the community's digital identity.In conclusion, digitalization is not merely a tool for dissemination but has become an integral part of the reformation of Su�i identity in contemporary urban society.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Islamic Studies and Radicalism Asian Studies and History Halal products and consumer behavior

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Islamic Thought
Publisher
Department of Theology and Philosophy, UKM
Volume
29
Publication date
1 June 2026