The result of this study explained and described the difficulties in learning Arabic students experience of Islamic Religious Education study program. The purpose of this study is to find out the learning difficulties and overcome them with several solutions provided by researchers. The data collection was collected with observation and interview. The data analysis arranged from reduction data, presentation data and conclusions. The results of this study explained that the factor of difficulties of learning Arabic are lack of motivation and interest in learning Arabic, minimal Arabic vocabulary mastery, there is no inenvironment to support Arabic Learning by writing and orally, there is difficulty in applaying nahwu and sharraf.

The tradition of khataman al-Qur’an is vital for students, alumni, and Zainul Hasan Genggong Pesantren followers. This tradition is held every haul of the Kiai. This study aims, First, to explain how the process of the khatam al-Qur’an tradition held by students, alumni, and followers of the Zainul Hasan Genggong Pesantren. Second, to find out the background of Khataman al-Qur’an tradition. This research is qualitative research using ethnographic studies. Data collection techniques using participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis uses the Miles and Huberman model, known as data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. To find out the validity of data using triangulation techniques, combining source and technique triangulation. The research results are as follows; first, the khataman al-Qur’an Tradition among students is held togetherly through three stages, pre-ceremony, ceremony, and post-ceremony. Meanwhile, among alumni and followers, the process of khataman al-Qur’an is held offline and online, coordinated by Alumni organizations known as the Zainul Hasan Pesantren Alumni and Santri Association (Tanaszaha). Second, the background of Khataman al-Qur’an tradition is based on the al-Qur’an, al-Hadith, Qoul 'ulama,' and is inspired by other Pesantren ceremonies.