Karakter Kelompok Aliran Islam Dalam Merespons Islamic Social Networking Di Kabupaten Banyumas

Abstract

: This study aims to describe (1) the perception and conception of the Islamic sects towards the values of tolerance, moderation and brotherhood; and (2) the character of the Islamic sects in response to the existence of information technology (IT), especially to the social media of Islamic Social Networking used as the center for functioning the media of "Joint Consultation Forum". The method used in this research was descriptive qualitative with an interactive analysis technique. The subjects of this research were: Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia (HTI), Salafi, the Tabligh (preaching) participants, and the Indonesian Islamic Mission Institute (LDII). The results of this research are that: (1) the Islamic sects have the character of giving more priorities to their own group interests compared with the common interests, particularly if they relate to matters concerning the religious affairs. Although their views on the values of tolerance, moderation and brotherhood were very good and worthy of application, but they were still a mere discourse and thinking; and (2) the character of Islamic sects' response to the social media of Islamic Social Networking still lacked enthusiasm. This could be seen from their in difference in joining the socialization activities and participation in the social networks that have been launched