English For Islamic Study A Guide For Islamic Students

This book presents a comprehensive discussion of Islamic da‘wah by positioning it as a value-based communication process rooted in the Qur’an and Hadith while dynamically engaging with contemporary social, cultural, and technological realities. Da‘wah is not treated merely as a verbal transmission of religious teachings, but as an instrument of intellectual, moral, and civilizational transformation that requires methodological, ethical, and contextual approaches. Through nine main chapters, the book examines the normative foundations of da‘wah in the Qur’an, the objectives and principles of Islamic da‘wah, methods and media of da‘wah, the character and competencies of the dā‘ī, as well as the relationship between da‘wah, intellectualism, art, and digital technology.

The discussion begins with an exploration of Qur’anic da‘wah concepts, including key terminologies, objectives, and principles of da‘wah language that emphasize wisdom, gentleness, and social relevance. The book then analyzes the role of da‘wah media, ranging from conventional forms to digital platforms, along with the challenges of da‘wah in the public sphere shaped by information disruption, popular culture, and artificial intelligence. Methodological aspects of da‘wah are elaborated by integrating Islamic normative principles, modern communication theory, and da‘wah psychology, thereby framing da‘wah as an adaptive yet value-centered practice.

Furthermore, this book highlights the strategic role of the dā‘ī as the primary subject of da‘wah, who is required to possess moral integrity, scholarly competence, digital literacy, and social sensitivity. Da‘wah content is constructed thematically and contextually to address contemporary Muslim challenges such as extremism, moral degradation, and religious diversity. In its final sections, the book broadens the scope of da‘wah by engaging with Islamic intellectualism and art as cultural and humanistic media that enhance creativity, inclusivity, and outreach in modern da‘wah practices.

Overall, this book offers a framework of Islamic da‘wah that is moderate, rational, and responsive to the demands of the contemporary era. It is intended to serve as both an academic reference and a practical guide for students, lecturers, researchers, and da‘wah practitioners in developing Islamic da‘wah oriented toward enlightenment, peace, and the advancement of civilization in the digital age.