Islamic Servant Leadership: Implications for Education in Madrasah

AbstractThis study aims to explore the concept of Islamic Servant Leadership (ISL) and its implications for education in madrasas. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, this study analyzes 22 scientific articles related to this theme. The analysis results show that ISL is based on example, service to the people, and leadership based on moral and spiritual values. There are five main aspects identified in this study, namely the leadership model of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, leadership in madrasas, leadership in Islamic boarding schools, integration of Islamic values ​​in leadership, and their impact on students' character education. The implementation of this leadership model also plays an important role in improving teacher communication ethics, collaboration between teaching staff, madrasah governance, and building student character. However, the results of this study also reveal a number of challenges to implementing ISL such as limited resources, leadership training, and resistance to changes in organizational culture. The initiative impact of this study provides recommendations for madrasa heads and educators in adopting the ISL model to produce a more inclusive learning environment based on Islamic values. Further studies are needed to empirically examine the implementation of this leadership model in various Islamic educational contexts.