Manifest Functions and Latent Functions of Robert K Merton (Study of The Relationship of Dakwah and Radicalism in Makassar City)

Abstract

Background: Da'wah has been transformed into a knife that has 2 equally sharp blades. If da'wah is used for the negative, it will also have a negative impact, namely as a forum for spreading radicalism. Likewise, if it is used for positive things, it will be a barrier to the spread of radicalism. The aim of this research is to analyze the relationship between da'wah and radicalism in the city of Makassar. This research uses qualitative research methods by collecting data obtained through interviews. The results of the research show that the relationship between da'wah and radicalism is very strong, da'wah can be a factor causing the spread of radicalism and can also be a barrier or obstacle to the spread of radicalism in the city of Makassar, namely Always preach by conveying the values of tolerance and mutual respect. Da'wah not only functions as an intelligence for the religious community, which provides tranquility and peace, but in the process of da'wah it has experienced dysfunction (latent), namely triggering violence, intolerance, division and radicalism.