EDU RILIGIA: Journal of Islamic and Religious Education
Vol 9, No 1 (2025): Januari-Maret

Educational Thought of Ikhwan al-Safa

Hamimah, Nur (Unknown)
Sihotang, Jahrul (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Hanum, Azizah (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Mar 2025

Abstract

This study explores the educational thought of the Ikhwan al-Safa a significant group of thinkers in Islamic intellectual history. Known for their comprehensive approach to knowledge and education, the Ikhwan al-Safa produced influential philosophical and educational treatises during the Islamic Golden Age. This research focuses on analyzing their writings to uncover their foundational principles regarding education. Key themes include the integration of various branches of knowledge, the cultivation of moral virtues, and the pursuit of wisdom as a holistic educational goal. The study employs a qualitative approach with content analysis, examining primary texts attributed to the Ikhwan al-Safa to elucidate their educational philosophy. The findings aim to provide insights into how their educational ideas resonate with contemporary educational challenges and contribute to discussions on holistic education in the modern context.

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eduriligia

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Religion Humanities Education Social Sciences Other

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EDU RILIGIA: Journal of Islamic and Religious Education sciences formed in year 2017 with E-ISSN 2581-0251 with DECREE No. 0005.25810251/JI. 3.1/SK. ISSN/2017.07-27 July 2017 and P-ISSN 2597-7377 SK No. 0005.25977377/JI. 3.1/SK. ISSN/2017.09-19 September 2017. The study and judgment done by the ...