The Curriculum of Islamic Dawah in the Netherlands

By using qualitative method, this research focused on two questions; what are the prioritized da'wah messages in the present times in the Netherlands? How is the qualification of da‟i that is aligned to da‟wah in the Netherlands context? In relation to the questions, the paper then selected purposely some mosques and Islamic communities for data collection. The research result indicated that da‟wah messages which most often delivered to the Muslim community in the Netherlands are related to Aqidah and Shari'ah. In between these topics, sha'riah matter has been da‟wah messages which are often used in preaching contents. Aqidah topic has been usually delivered in certain moments and in the scheme of a personal consultation. Meanwhile, the topic of shari‟ah particularly about Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh) has been very dominating in all mosques and Islamic community meetings. On the other hand, the topic of Akhlak (Islamic Ethic) was also discussed, but designed to einforce Fiqh topic only. Such topic as Islamic ethic which is applicable and adapted to the context of the Netherlands is rarely delivered.