Eduprof
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Eduprof : Islamic Education Journal

The Urgency of Psychology in Islamic Education: Building Cognitive, Affective, and Spiritual Balance in Education

Sodikin, Unang (Unknown)
Samsuddin, Samsuddin (Unknown)
Idharudin, Abdul Jabar (Unknown)
Kamus, Kamus (Unknown)
Azizah, Balkis Nur (Unknown)
Maulida, Ali (Unknown)
Masuwd, Mowafg (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Apr 2026

Abstract

This article aims to explore the critical urgency of psychology within the Islamic paradigm and demonstrate how its systematic integration can strengthen the comprehensive and balanced nature of Islamic educational objectives. The study adopts a qualitative research design utilizing a literature review approach, with data analysis guided by the six-phase thematic analysis model to synthesize concepts from classical Islamic scholars and contemporary psychology. The findings confirm that psychology serves as a foundational element across all educational dimensions, including the formulation of goals, curriculum design, and teaching methodologies. Specifically, psychological insights are essential for understanding and nurturing fitrah (natural disposition), aligning educational goals with developmental stages, and promoting the spiritual purification process (tazkiyatun nafs). The discussion demonstrates that this integration results in a holistic development model that effectively balances the cognitive ('aql), affective (nafs), and spiritual (ruh) intelligence of students. Ultimately, the systematic incorporation of educational psychology ensures that Islamic schooling successfully equips learners with intellectual competence, strong moral character, and spiritual devotion, enabling them to contribute positively to society in accordance with Islamic principles.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

eduprof

Publisher

Subject

Religion Education

Description

Eduprof : Islamic Education Journal is a scientific journal published by the Postgraduate Islamic University of Islam Bunga Bangsa Cirebon. The Eduprof journal has been published since 2019 and is published online. This journal is published twice a year, March and September. This publication is ...