Media Literacy and Differences in Scholars’ Views on Nasab Ba’alawi : Understanding the Historical Context

Abstract

This research aims to explain the different points of view of several scholars about the history of Nasab Ba'alawi, which is circulating on social media, especially on Tiktok, and discuss that the media has a significant role in disseminating information, especially about Nasab Ba'alawi. The research method used is qualitative with virtual ethnography. The informants in this study are Gus Baha in the @Gopar account, Prof. Quraish Shihab in the @Renanda account, and Gus Yahya in the @NU Online account on TikTok. This research was conducted on November 06-November 13, 2024. The data collection technique uses participatory observation, digital document analysis, and digital footprint analysis. The analysis techniques used are content analysis in accounts and digital network analysis. The results of media literacy research help Muslims understand, choose understand, and choose information related to scholars' different views about Nasab Ba'alawi. Every scholar has a way and method of expressing his views regarding the history of Nasab Ba'alawi. Gus Baha, Prof. Quraisy Shihab, and Gus Yahya are three examples of scholars who give the opinion that the history of Nasab Ba'alawi is a Nasab connected to the Prophet Muhammad SAW.

Keywords: Media literacy; Nasab Ba'alawi; Scholar; History