Wara' in the Context of Religious Moderation: A Study of the Hadith of Sunan Abu

Abstract

The tendency in certain circles is that there are groups that are too loose in viewing religious teachings, by carrying liberalism values that sometimes contradict the basic principles of Islam. To answer the crisis of prudence in behavior, it is necessary to instill the value of Sufism in each individual, especially about wara' so that an attitude of vigilance is built in every situation and condition that surrounds the individual in order to avoid extreme and liberal understanding in addressing problems that are syubhat (Gray). Based on the core of the problem, this study aims to explore wara' in the traditions of Sunan Abu Dawud and assess its relevance in the context of religious moderation. By analyzing these traditions, we can dig deeper. As well as discovering whether the concept of wara' can be a way out that not only offers moderation but also affirms commitment to authentic Islamic values and is inclusive of indicators of religious moderation. This research includes qualitative studies, while the type is library research. the nature of this research is descriptive analysis and in analyzing using the content analysis method. The results of this study show that overall, wara' in the traditions of Sunan Abu Dawud is very relevant in the context of religious moderation because it teaches prudence and balance that encourages peaceful coexistence without sacrificing religious principles.