The Role Of Religiosity As A Moderation Of Antecedents To Paying Zakat In West Java Province

Abstract

Intention is an important part of Islamic teachings, especially those that are intended for good. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the intensity of the West Java community in paying zakat which is moderated by religiosity. Which includes economic conditions, knowledge, environment and government policies. The analytical method in this study uses SEM PLS using primary data collected through a survey of 159 muzaki in West Java Province. Taken by purposive random sampling method. This study found that the intensity of paying zakat on the people of West Java can be influenced by three main factors, namely economic conditions, knowledge and the environment. And religiosity can moderate the influence on the intensity of paying zakat by strengthening knowledge and environmental factors but weakening the influence of economic conditions. While government policies have no significant effect on the intensity of paying zakat, government policies can have a significant effect after being moderated by religion. The findings of this study can provide input to BAZNAS, government, MUI and religious leaders in increasing understanding and knowledge about zakat in depth to the people of West Java. So that it can increase the intensity of zakat in West Java.