PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER GENERASI Z DALAM PERSPEKTIF AL-QUR’AN (QS. LUQMAN AYAT 13-19)

Abstract

The phenomenon of moral degradation among youth, especially Generation Z, raises concerns about an expanding character crisis. Generation Z, who grow up in a digital era and an open-information environment, face serious challenges in upholding moral and spiritual values. This study aims to examine the character education values contained in Surah Luqman verses 13–19 and analyze their relevance to the character formation of Generation Z. This research employs a qualitative approach through library research and a thematic interpretation (maudhu’i) method, analyzing Qur’anic verses and classical-contemporary exegesis, and linking them with sociological and psychological studies on Generation Z. The findings show that Surah Luqman verses 13–19 contain eight core values of character education: monotheism (tauhid), filial piety (birrul walidain), gratitude, honesty, worship, promoting good and preventing evil (amar ma’ruf nahi munkar), patience, and moral conduct. These values serve as a foundation for strengthening Generation Z's character to maintain moral and spiritual integrity. In conclusion, character education based on Qur’anic values is highly urgent and relevant for guiding Generation Z to face modern and global challenges.