Revaluation of the Factors of Happiness with an Emphasis on the Perspective of the Holy Qur’an

Document Type : Scholary

Authors

1 Associate Professor, Faculty of Theology, Allameh Tabatabai University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran

2 PhD, Department of Islamic Studies, Darab Branch, Islamic Azad University, Darab: Iran, na.alavinia@yahoo.com.

Abstract

This article employs a descriptive-analytical method, utilising library resources to recognise the factors of happiness with an emphasis on the perspective of the Quran. The goal is to delve deeply into the verses, narrations, and analysis of happiness, addressing the spiritual and physical needs of humans in this regard. The Islamic lifestyle, devoid of worry and anxiety, and harmonious with creating a cheerful spirit while being rooted in religious foundations, requires an analysis of religious texts and their accurate analysis. Physical and material factors contributing to happiness include bodily nutrition, cleanliness, wealth and riches, adornment, pleasant sounds, and music. Psychological and internal factors encompass aspects such as sleep, travel, and spouses as sources of happiness. Furthermore, social factors such as maintaining family ties, relationships with friends, and helping others play a significant role in happiness alongside religious and doctrinal elements such as faith, connection with God, contentment, and charity. The findings of this article suggest that many sources of happiness do not require significant expenses, and individual and social factors are crucial in achieving happiness.

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