This study explores the development of religious character education in Indonesian elementary schools over the past five years (2019–2025). Utilizing a literature review method, the research analyzes a wide range of academic sources, including journal articles, books, and educational policy documents, to examine how religious values are integrated into school culture, curriculum, and learning practices. The findings reveal that religious character education plays a strategic role in shaping students’ moral and spiritual foundations, fostering values such as honesty, empathy, tolerance, and responsibility. Schools that successfully implement religious character education tend to embed religious practices into daily routines, promote teacher role modeling, and cultivate supportive environments aligned with national educational goals, including the Profil Pelajar Pancasila. However, several challenges persist, including inadequate teacher training, limited resources, curricular time constraints, and lack of parental and community involvement. Addressing these issues requires collaborative efforts among educators, policymakers, and stakeholders to ensure the effective and sustainable integration of religious character education. This study concludes that a holistic and context-sensitive approach is essential for advancing the moral development of students and strengthening their capacity to navigate ethical challenges in a pluralistic society.
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