MODIN: PELAYAN UMAT & PENJAGA TRADISI

Abstract

The development of Islam in a region cannot be separated from the role of local figures. In addition to being a supporter for Islamic da'wah, he also contributed to the color of Islam that developed in the region. One of the local figures was modin. Modin is a highly respected and respected figure, and has a considerable influence for rural communities. Beside it, modin is also a very famous figure among the villagers. The popularity of this local figure certainly can not be separated from his duties and responsibilities that are in direct contact with the pulse of village life. Most of the entire life cycle of a person from pre-birth to post-deathcan not bereleased from the duties and roles of a modin.Mbah Ahmad Musnadiis one of the localfigures asstated above.He is a modinin Ngadimulyo Village, Kampak District, Trenggalek Regency, East Java.This paper discusses the life history of Mbah Ahmad Musnadiand his role in society in his capacity asa modin.Through discussion of these two issues, this paper is expected to reveal the sides of the character's life that deserves to be used as an example, lesson, and inspiration for the next generation. Moreover, this paper is expected to enrich the source of information about the history of the struggle of a religious figure so as to enrich the treasures of knowledge about the history of local Islam.