THE HAPPINESS OF LIVING IN THE WORLD AND THE HEREAFTER ACCORDING TO INDONESIAN ISLAMIC EDUCATION EXPERTS

Rofi'i Rofi'i

Abstract


Happiness in life in this world and the afterlife is the main focus in Islamic teachings, which is highlighted in this article. Indonesian Islamic education experts, such as Azyumardi Azra, Din Syamsuddin, Quraish Shihab, Amin Abdullah, and Komaruddin Hidayat, have in-depth views on how Islamic education can be the key to achieving balanced happiness between this world and the hereafter. They agreed that Islamic education must form individuals who believe, fear Allah, have noble character, and contribute positively to society. The importance of balance between world affairs and the hereafter is also highlighted, where true happiness is achieved through obedience to Allah and moral awareness. Azyumardi Azra emphasized the development of spirituality in education, while Din Syamsuddin highlighted the importance of religious values in shaping individual character. Quraish Shihab highlighted the relationship between maqasid al-shariah and happiness in life, while Amin Abdullah emphasized the formation of individuals who are intellectually and spiritually intelligent. Komaruddin Hidayat highlighted the role of Islamic education in guiding individuals towards true happiness by living a life full of meaning and true goals. This article concludes that happiness in life in this world and the afterlife in the view of Indonesian Islamic education experts is achieved through holistic education, integrating spiritual, moral, social and intellectual aspects. Islamic education has a very important role in guiding individuals to achieve balanced and lasting happiness, as well as bringing benefits to society at large. The balance between success in this world and the hereafter is the main key, where true happiness lies in obedience to Allah and high moral awareness.


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Views, Indonesian Islamic Education Expert, Happiness in Life

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