Enhancing Da’wah Strategies for Persons with Disabilities (Pwd): A Comparative Analysis from Tafsir Al-Qurtubi, Tafsir Al-Mawardi, and Tafsir Ibn Kathir

In Islam, da’wah – the act of inviting others to understand and embrace Islamic teachings; is a fundamental practice aimed at guiding individuals toward spiritual and moral betterment. Historically, da’wah has been directed toward diverse groups, yet the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) has often been overlooked creating significant barriers to their spiritual engagement and integration within the ummah. Thus, this article will explore the basic principles of da’wah towards PWD. The study adopted Thematic Analysis using Atlas.ti 25,which involved a comparative examination of the approaches taken by Tafsir Al-Qurtubi, Tafsir Al-Mawardi, and Tafsir Ibn Kathir. The research finding has discovered three basic principles of da’wah towards PWD which are individual obligations, societal obligations and government obligations. A longitudinal study could investigate the social and spiritual impacts of inclusive da’wah programs on PWD within the ummah. This would involve assessing the extent to which these initiatives enhance PWD’s engagement in religious practices, their sense of belonging, and their overall integration into Muslim communities.