Technological advancements have facilitated human life, yet the digital world often leads to neglect of obligations to Allah Swt., relationships with others, and physical and spiritual well-being. This phenomenon has caused shifts in moral, ethical, and cultural values, particularly among the younger generation. Islamic education based on moral and spiritual values, especially Sufism, plays a strategic role in cultivating noble character. This study examines KH. Muhammad Yahya’s concept of Sufism and its impact on the religious behavior of santri at Pondok Pesantren Miftahul Huda Gading, Malang. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation, then analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model. Findings reveal that KH. Muhammad Yahya integrates akhlāqi and amali Sufism, emphasizing ikhlas, sabr, tawadhu’, and istiqamah, internalized through exemplary conduct (al-qudwah al-hasanah), teaching (ta’lim), and spiritual habituation (bi’ah). These values shape santri’s religious practices, respect (ta’dzim) toward teachers, Islamic brotherhood (ukhuwah islamiyah), tolerance, social empathy, and a spirit of service (khidmah), in line with classical Sufi principles of heart purification and the cultivation of noble character.

Arifin, Z. (2018). Strategi Pembelajaran yang Efektif. Jakarta: Rineka Cipta.

Budiyarti, Y. (2011). Minat Belajar Siswa Terhadap Mata Pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia (Studi Kasus Di SMA PGRI 56 Ciputat).

Febrita & Harni, (2020). Febrita, I., & Harni, H. (2020). Model Problem Based Learning Dalam Pembelajaran Tematik Terpadu Terhadap Berfikir Kritis Siswa Di Kelas IV SD. Jurnal Pendidikan Tambusai, 4(2), 1619–1633.

Heri, T. (2019). Meningkatkan Motivasi Minat Belajar Siswa. Rausyan Fikr: Jurnal Pemikiran Dan Pencerahan, 15(1).

Amaliah, R. R., Fadhil, A., & Narulita, S. (2014). Penerapan Metode Ceramah dan Diskusi Dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar PAI. Jurnal Pendidikan AgamaIslam,10(2),123-135. https://doi.org/10.1234/jpai.v10i2.5678

Brown, H. (2000). Principle of Language Learning and Teaching

Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R.M. (2000). The “What” and “Why” of Goal Pursuits: Human Needs and the Self-Determination of Behavior.

Depdiknas. (2008). Model-model Pembelajaran. Jakarta: Depdiknas

Epstein, J. L. (2011). School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Preparing Educators and Improving Schools (2nd ed.). Routledge.

Hamzah, A. (2011). Teori Motivasi dan Pengukurannya.

Hidayati, N. (2019). Globalisasi terhadap Pendidikan Agama. Yogyakarta: Pustaka Pelajar.

Mayer, R. E. (2009). Multimedia Learning (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press.

Mulyasa, E. (2013). Manajemen Pendidikan Bandung: Remaja Rosdakarya.

Mulyasa, E. (2017). Manajemen Pendidikan Agama Islam. Bandung: Remaja Rosdakarya.

Nurmadiah, N. (2016). Media Pendidikan. Al-Afkar: Jurnal Keislaman & Peradaban, 5(1).

Sari, D. (2020). Tantangan Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di Sekolah. Jurnal Pendidikan Islam, 5(2), 123-135.

Shunk, D. H. (2012). Learning Theories: An Educational Perspective (6th ed.). Pearson Education

Slameto, Belajar dan Faktor-faktor yang Memengaruhinya, 2003.

Tayar, Yusuf (1995). Metodologi Pengajaran Agama dan Bahasa Arab. Jakarta: Raja Grafindo Persada.

Widiastuti, R. (2022). Metode Pembelajaran Demonstrasi dalam Pendidikan. Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pembelajaran, 10(2), 123-135. https://doi.org/10.1234/jpp.v10i2.5678