The Understanding and Practices of Islamic Teachings among the Muslim Youths at Pusat Serenti Benta Pahang

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the level of understandings and practices of Islamic teachings among the Muslim youth at Pusat Serenti Benta (PSB), Pahang. Library research, interview, observation and questionnaire were used as an instrument for the study. The sample in this study consisted of 45 trainees at this rehabilitation centre and all of them are males. The data was analyzed by using SPSS (Statistical Packages of Social Science) and descriptive statistics (frequency and percentage). The findings indicate that all respondents have knowledge about Islam and its teachings and that they have been practicing it. However, their comprehension of such teachings and practices are minimal and this is the reason for their involvement in drug abuse. Hence, author has in this academic project given some recommendations to overcome this situation.