Dotaqwaandsyukrpredict Muslims’ proclivity to emotional intelligence? An empirical analysis

Mastura Ab. Wahab, Tajul Ariffin Masron and Noorliza Karia

International Journal of Ethics and Systems, 2022, vol. 40, issue 1, 153-174

Abstract: Purpose - This paper aims to examine the effects oftaqwa(God-consciousness) andsyukr(gratitude to God) on emotional intelligence (EI) in a Muslim population in Malaysia. Design/methodology/approach - Structural equation modelling tool AMOS was used to test the study’s hypotheses. In total, data were sourced from 302 Muslim employees working in Malaysia's public and private sectors. Findings - Taqwa and syukr positively influence EI, and people with taqwa and syukr demonstrate greater levels of self-emotional appraisal compared with other emotional appraisals. This study also shows that people with taqwa and syukr give increased priority to understanding and distinguishing positive and negative emotions because of their understanding of Islamic teachings. They also exhibit concern with knowing their emotions well before advising or responding to the emotions of others. This may increase their sense of empathy, thereby improving their emotional competency and EI. Originality/value - The findings indicate that taqwa and syukr predispose Muslims to EI. This study applied the Qur’anic model of self-development, which connects the origin of emotion with the soul, thereby further enriching the literature on the subject. It also highlights the importance of taqwa and syukr to Muslim employees for achieving EI that is useful in creating a harmonious atmosphere in the workplace and prosperous relationships in society.

Keywords: Taqwa; Syukr; Emotional intelligence; Islam (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1108/IJOES-06-2021-0114

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