The Role of the Wahdah Islamiyah Community Organization for the development of Islamic knowledge in Wajo Regency

Abstract

The development of Islamic knowledge in Wajo Regency is closely related to the activities and habits of the surrounding community. This study examines the role of the Wahdah Islamiyah Community Organization in disseminating religious knowledge for the Wajo community.This study uses a qualitative approach by using data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of this study indicate that the approach taken by Wahdah Islamiyah in disseminatingIslamic knowledge shows that this community organization has a vision and mission to improve the religious understanding of the people in Wajo Regency and has the aim of changing the outlook on life, forming the psychological balance of individuals who undergo the process of social life in the community.