MANAJEMEN KONFLIK DALAM KELUARGA MUSLIM: STUDI PENDEKATAN KONSELING DALAM MENGATASI PERCERAIAN DI INDONESIA

Abstract

Domestic conflicts are common, particularly among Muslim families who are experiencing communication difficulties, differences in background, economic pressures and interference from third parties. If not managed properly, these conflicts may escalate into prolonged disputes that lead to divorce. This study aims to examine conflict management in Muslim families and assess the effectiveness of an Islamic law-based counselling approach to resolving household disputes in Indonesia. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach using the library research method. Data were obtained from primary sources, such as the Qur'an, Hadith and fiqh books, as well as secondary sources, including books, scientific journals and divorce statistics from official institutions. Content analysis was used to identify conflict resolution patterns in Muslim family contexts. The results demonstrate that Islam provides a gradual and thoughtful approach to resolving conflicts, starting with advice (mau'izhah hasanah), deliberation (shura), and family mediation (Surah An-Nisa: 35). Islamic law-based counselling has been implemented through the Marriage Counselling, Development and Preservation Agency (BP4) and religious court counselling and mediation services. Although the success rate of mediation remains limited, this approach positively contributes to maintaining household stability. The implications of this study emphasise the importance of strengthening post-marriage counselling services that are rooted in Islamic values. Support from the government, religious leaders and the community is essential to reinforce household conflict management and help build sustainable sakinah, mawaddah and rahmah families. Keywords : BP4 services, Islamic household resilience, marriage law approach, married couple dynamics, sharia mediation evaluation.