Dinamika Pemikiran Teologis di Dunia Maya Pengaruh Media Sosial terhadap Interpretasi Ajaran Islam

Abstract

This study explores how social media is reshaping the way Muslims understand and interpret religious teachings in the digital age. The shift to virtual spaces through platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook has made religious learning faster, more open, and less dependent on traditional authority structures. Using a literature review method, this article examines various scholarly sources—from books and journals to contemporary research—to formulate changes in theological thinking emerging online. The analysis shows that social media has given rise to "digital theology," a form of Islamic understanding that evolves with digital culture, the creativity of content creators, and the public's need for concise and accessible religious explanations. While this phenomenon presents significant opportunities for the equitable distribution of religious information, it also carries risks such as the proliferation of misinformation, the strengthening of algorithmic bias, the simplification of religious teachings, and the weakening of scientific authority. These findings emphasize the importance of improving digital literacy and strengthening academic standards to ensure the dissemination of Islamic knowledge online remains focused and accountable.