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This research aims to uncover religious moderation in the early period of Islam, the evolution of the understanding of religious moderation throughout history, the influencing factors behind this evolution, the role of Islamic education in understanding religious moderation, challenges, and the role of Islamic education in contemporary society. The research methodology employed is content analysis, involving the following steps: developing a general idea about the research topic, seeking supporting information, refining the focus, searching for and locating necessary materials, reorganizing and making research notes, reviewing and enriching reading materials, reorganizing materials or notes, and commencing writing. The research findings reveal that the concept of religious moderation is not static but continually changes within the social and historical context. The early period of Islam witnessed the formation of many moderate principles and practices within Islam. Although there is controversy and differing opinions, the moderate approach to religion is considered an integral part of early Islamic development and remains an important value within Islamic tradition today. Understanding of moderation in Islam can vary from one historical period to another, influenced by social, political, cultural, and theological factors. The factors influencing changes in understanding include social and cultural factors, historical and political context, individual factors, the influence of religious leaders and authorities, and technological and communication developments.