RELEVANSI NILAI PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM NOVEL “DOMPET AYAH SEPATU IBU” TERHADAP FENOMENA GENERASI SANDWICH

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A phenomenon that has long existed yet remains rarely discussed within the educational sphere is the sandwich generation, referring to individuals who simultaneously bear the dual responsibility of supporting their parents and their children. This study aims to examine the relevance of Islamic religious education values depicted in the novel Dompet Ayah Sepatu Ibu to the experiences of the sandwich generation. The researcher employed a library research method combined with content analysis to explore the thematic elements embedded in the text. The findings reveal that the novel contains values such as devotion to parents, compassion, patience, and responsibility, which contribute to fostering positive understanding and emotional resilience amid the pressures faced by the sandwich generation. These values offer practical solutions for individuals in their productive years as they navigate the challenges of contemporary life. The study concludes that the Islamic educational values presented in J.S. Khairen’s Dompet Ayah Sepatu Ibu hold significant relevance to the phenomenon of the sandwich generation.