Document Type : Research Paper
Authors
1 PhD Candidate, Department of Philosophy of Education, ST.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
2 Department of Educational Sciences, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran
3 Department of Educational Sciences, Amin University, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Background and Objective:Affective education is essential for holistic development. However, existing models like Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) often neglect the spiritual dimension, particularly in Islamic contexts. This study aimed to identify the foundations of Islamic affective education through a thematic analysis of Nahj al-Balāghah, compare them with humanistic psychology, and propose an integrated model linking spiritual and psychological dimensions.
Methods:This qualitative study employed thematic analysis (Braun & Clarke, 2006). Data were collected from primary Islamic sources (the Qur’an, Nahj al-Balāghah) and key works in humanistic psychology (Rogers, Maslow, Frankl). Trustworthiness was ensured through intercoder agreement (Cohen’s kappa = 0.85) and expert validation.
**Findings:** Analysis revealed four foundational principles: (1) inner purification (tazkiyah), (2) balance between reason and emotion, (3) Divine love (iḥsān), and (4) social responsibility. These form a four-dimensional model comprising cognitive–affective, moral–affective, social–affective, and Divine–affective dimensions. Comparative analysis showed a key teleological difference: the Islamic model aims for "nearness to God" (qurb ilā Allāh), whereas humanistic psychology emphasizes "self-actualization." Consequently, emotional regulation in the Islamic framework shifts from a self-centered to a spirituality-oriented paradigm.
Conclusion:The proposed model bridges the gap between secular and spiritual approaches to affective education. By integrating transcendent and contemporary dimensions, it offers a culturally responsive framework that addresses not only psychological needs but also spiritual aspirations. Its application in formal curricula may foster balanced, empathetic individuals deeply rooted in spirituality, contributing to holistic human development in Islamic contexts and beyond.
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