The Application Of Islamic Religious Education In Preventing And Dealing With Bullying

This study aims to describe various forms of bullying, analyze the role of Islamic religious education in preventing and addressing bullying, and identify challenges and potential solutions for tackling bullying at RA Dinul Hasanah Stabat. Employing a case study methodology combined with a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected using documentation, interviews, and observation, and analyzed through four stages: data collection, data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through triangulation. The findings indicate that: (1) Bullying at RA Dinul Hasanah Stabat occurs in verbal and physical forms, affecting approximately 15 out of 35 students (43%); (2) Islamic religious education is utilized to mitigate and address bullying by inspiring and modeling positive behavior through the recounting of prophetic stories; (3) Challenges in preventing and addressing bullying include internal factors such as ingrained attitudes and external factors such as influences from family, social environments, and the surrounding community. To effectively reduce bullying, schools should collaborate with students' families and external stakeholders.