AKHLAQUL KARIMAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Akhlaqul Karimah: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam

The Concept of Tazkiyatun Nafs in Tafsir Al-Misbah and Its Relevance to the Millennial Generation's Mentality

Sabrun Jamil (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Faaiz Tsabbitul Aqdam (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Fanny Amalia Agusti (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Raja Maya Nur Azhara (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Ririn (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Lailatul Mardiah (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Fatimah Nurul Fadhillah (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)
Raja Nella Kusuma Dewi (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur’an Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Aug 2026

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology and social transformation has created new psychological challenges for the millennial generation, including emotional instability, identity uncertainty, excessive dependence on social validation, and loss of spiritual meaning. This study aims to analyze the concept of tazkiyatun nafs in Tafsir Al-Misbah by M. Quraish Shihab and examine its relevance for strengthening millennial mental resilience. This research employs a qualitative approach with a library research design through textual analysis and thematic interpretation. The primary data source is Tafsir Al-Misbah, supported by academic literature on Qur’anic studies, Islamic psychology, spiritual well being, and contemporary mental health. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis by identifying, categorizing, and interpreting key themes related to soul purification, spiritual development, emotional regulation, and psychological transformation. The findings reveal that tazkiyatun nafs in Tafsir Al-Misbah consists of three interconnected dimensions: purification of negative internal tendencies, development of spiritual and moral qualities, and transformation toward inner peace (nafs al-mu?ma’innah). This concept provides a relevant Islamic framework for addressing millennial mental challenges by strengthening self-awareness, emotional control, spiritual resilience, and meaningful life orientation. The study contributes to Islamic psychology and Qur’anic studies by presenting tazkiyatun nafs as a spiritual-based model of mental resilience that connects classical Islamic concepts with contemporary psychological discourse.

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jak

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Religion Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences Other

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The Akhlaqul Karimah Journal (JAK) is a journal that publishes articles or research results and critical analysis studies related to Islamic Education Sciences which include Aqidah and Akhlak, Fiqh, Islamic Cultural History, and Quran and Hadith Sciences. Journal of Akhlaqul Karimah (JAK) is ...