The CHARACTER EDUCATION STRATEGY THROUGH THE HABITUATION OF MORNING TADARUS (YASIN, AR-RAHMAN, AL-WAQI’AH, AND AL-MULK ALONG WITH SHALAWAT NARIYAH) AT MTS SALAFIYAH WIRADESA

CHARACTER EDUCATION STRATEGY THROUGH THE HABITUATION OF MORNING TADARUS

Abstract

This study investigates in depth the strategic model employed by Salafiyah Wiradesa in cultivating character among its students, focusing on two primary programs: the Morning Tadarus Ritual and Madrasah Diniyah (Madin). The tadarus ritual is carried out specifically 30 minutes before general lessons begin and is followed by Madin sessions (before the Dhuhr prayer). The sequence of recitations is structured: Yasin, Ar-Rahman, Al-Waqi’ah, and Al-Mulk, concluded with Shalawat Nariyah recited eleven times. The main objective of this research is to analyze the effectiveness, mechanisms, and synergy of these morning/afternoon spiritual transition rituals with Madin learning in the internalization of fundamental values. The findings show that the Morning Tadarus functions as an effective strategy of psychomotor habituation and spiritual awakening, fostering mental readiness, spiritual clarity, and time discipline at the beginning of the academic day (Robiah Adawiyah, 2023). This recitation sequence (starting with Yasin) is designed to create a serene and hopeful spiritual atmosphere, proven to enhance students’ religious attitudes and independence (Ichromi, 2019). The addition of Shalawat Nariyah (11 repetitions) further strengthens aspects of love (mahabbah) and social solidarity (togetherness) within the pesantren tradition (Latifah et al., 2022). This ritual serves as a vital transitional bridge preparing students to shift from morning non-academic activities into learning mode and obedience before Dhuhr. Meanwhile, Madrasah Diniyah (conducted before Dhuhr) acts as a cognitive–affective strategy ensuring that the habituated values have a strong shar’i foundation. Through intensive study of classical Islamic texts (Kitab Kuning), Madin instills scholarly responsibility, noble character (akhlakul karimah), and critical-logical thinking (Muzayaroh, 2021). This strategic synergy is the key to success: the Morning/Afternoon Tadarus provides spiritual energy, discipline, and communal solidarity as mental prerequisites, while Madin offers a roadmap and philosophical understanding, resulting in a holistic, strong, and sustainable character formation.