Factors Influencing Students' Interest in Memorizing the Qur’an at Wadi Al-Qur’an Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School, Batang Bahal Village, Kecamatan Padangsidimpuan Batunadua

Abstract

This study aims to determine the factors influencing students’ interest in memorizing the Qur’an at Pondok Pesantren Tahfidz Wadi Al-Qur’an, as well as to identify the inhibiting and supporting factors in the memorization process. This research is motivated by the phenomenon that students’ interest in memorizing the Qur’an is not always stable and is influenced by various factors, both internal and external. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The subjects of this study are 26 female students of class X. Data analysis is conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results show that students’ interest is influenced by internal factors such as motivation, discipline, concentration, self-confidence, and perseverance. Meanwhile, external factors include the role of teachers, the boarding school environment, peers, and available facilities. The inhibiting factors include laziness, lack of motivation, difficulty in memorizing, and peer influence. Supporting factors include parental support, teacher guidance, a religious environment, and memorization targets. In conclusion, students’ interest in memorizing the Qur’an is formed through the interaction between internal and external factors.