Seeking Religious Knowledge in a Changing World: Balancing Personal, Informal, Institutional, and Digital Guidance
摘要
This chapter synthesizes key findings on how young Muslims in the West navigate religious knowledge through personal networks, digital platforms, and traditional institutions. It highlights the increasing adoption of hybrid learning approaches, where individuals integrate mosque-based instruction, online resources, and peer and family discussions to develop their religious understanding. Trust remains a central factor, with participants cross-referencing digital content with offline sources to ensure authenticity. The study also underscores the gendered and generational complexities in religious learning, as well as the growing role of female educators and digital Islamic influencers. While digitalization has democratized access to religious knowledge, personal networks remain essential in providing depth, emotional connection, and contextual guidance. The chapter concludes by discussing the future of Islamic education, advocating for a balanced approach that respects tradition while embracing technological advancements. Ultimately, young Muslims are not rejecting religious authority but renegotiating it to align with their lived realities in a rapidly changing world.