Education in Islam: Comprehensive Insights into Concepts, Nature, Goals, and Principles

Abdul Momen
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Abdul Momen: Associate Professor, Islamic History and Culture, Jagannath University, Dhaka, Bangladesh; PhD, Islamic Civilisation Academy, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 3s, 3710-3723

Abstract: The study investigates the concept and distinctive elements of Islamic education, emphasizing its comprehensive approach that prioritizes the complete development of the individual through the integration of spiritual, ethical, and intellectual aspects. Additionally, it analyzes the aims and purposes of Islamic education and its fundamental concepts. The study seeks to question the traditional perception of education as solely an academic pursuit and instead presents it as an ongoing process of personal advancement and spiritual development. The study aims to comprehensively examine the concept and nature of Islamic education, explore its goals and purposes, and assess Islamic education’s underlying principles. This study employs a qualitative research methodology, utilizing data from scholarly literature, such as books and articles. The study shows that Islamic education is a comprehensive system that cultivates individuals with broad knowledge, exemplary moral principles, and a strong commitment to social duty. The curriculum emphasizes the fusion of knowledge, the example role model of Prophet Muhammad (SAWS), and the notion of Tawhid (the belief in Allah’s unity). Islamic education aims to provide knowledge while fostering moral and ethical principles that govern everyday life, preparing students for harmonious living in both worldly affairs and the hereafter. The results of this study question the traditional perspective on education and establish Islamic education as a holistic method that combines intellectual, spiritual, and ethical aspects. It emphasizes the significance of stressing the implementation and real-world application of educational ideas over theoretical debates, intending to develop persons who possess both knowledge and a strong ethical and spiritual awareness. Islamic education prioritizes the cultivation of critical thinking, moral integrity, and community spirit. This approach assures that individuals not only acquire knowledge but also develop empathy and fairness. By doing so, they make beneficial contributions to society and embody the core principles of Islamic teachings in their everyday actions.

Date: 2024
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