FUNDAMENTALIST DA’WAH MOVEMENT: THE STUDY OF LOCAL TABLIGHI JAMA’AH GROUP AND ITS ACCEPTANCE IN MADURA

This paper analyzes the form of religious fundamentalism displayed through Tablighi Jama'ah’s da’wah movement in Madura and uncovers rationale for Madura’s community's acceptance this group. is qualitative research using a case study approach. Data collection was carried out interviews with some main figures followers group, series observations, documentation activities undergone by The result shows that can be categorized as puritanical Islamic fundamentalist movement, particularly because it intends to purify faith, sharia, morals. In contrast beliefs other groups, group prohibits an active massive use technology perceived direct obstacle considered full immorality. emphasizes so-called sunnah appearance, such robes, turbans, siwak, cingkrang trousers, not being engaged practical politics. Moreover, they also emphasize congregational prayers necessity living simple life. signifies community accepts Jama'ah their practices are congruently aligned teachings Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jama'ah. addition, due obedience toward Kiai, who have previously accepted Madura.