Changes in the behavior of religious radicalism of young communities in the Mataraman region, East Java

This study aims to describe and analyze behavioral changes in religious radicalism and the factors that influence these behavioral changes. This research is qualitative research, using a case study approachconducted in the districts of Mataraman culture. The primary consideration is that the character of this region adheres to the notion of integration of religion, culture, and politics, which can be called a society with a harmonious character. The facts in the research site show this community with a culture of harmony has been exposed to radical ideas, especially among teenagers. For example, there were two raids on people suspected of being exposed to radicalism in Tulungagung. Data collection techniques are in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The collected data were analyzed using Miles & Huberman’s interactive model. The study results show that changes in behavior towards religious radicalization are determined by several factors, namely, the strength of belief, Daulah Islamiyyah as the subjective norm of the group, scriptural studies, and economic programs/activities to improve the welfare of members. These four factors trigger intentions to turn into religous radicalization. A firm intention among youth serves leads to actualization of radical behavior in religion among youth