The Vision of Islamic Educational Thought and its Role in Shaping the Learner Profile

Abstract

      The study aimed to explore the vision of Islamic educational thought and its role in shaping the characteristics of the learner, with a particular focus on developing a well-rounded personality that integrates intellectual, spiritual, moral, and social dimensions. To achieve this, the researchers adopted a qualitative analytical approach (Qualitative Content/Thematic Analysis) by analyzing educational texts drawn from the works of prominent figures in Islamic educational thought, namely Majid Irsan Al-Kilani, Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali, Ibn Khaldun, and Sayyid Qutb. These works were selected based on their scholarly significance, representation of diverse historical periods and intellectual contexts, and their emphasis on knowledge, education, and learner development. The study relied on academically recognized published editions. The researchers conducted careful and repeated analyses of documents and primary sources to identify key concepts and themes, classify them into specific categories, and maintain objectivity without expressing personal views that support or reject the ideas presented in the sources. The findings revealed that Islamic educational thought seeks to develop a holistic learner who combines knowledge and practice, reason and heart, faith and conduct, and who is characterized by awareness, responsibility, and the ability to analyze and think critically. Such a learner acts according to higher values and moral ideals and embodies the qualities of a mission-oriented, righteous, faithful, open-minded, committed, and independent individual who actively contributes to society, promotes social reform, and participates in the advancement of civilization. Based on these findings, the study recommends integrating Islamic values and principles into educational curricula, designing educational programs that foster learner development, preparing teacher-training programs to enhance understanding of the role of Islamic education, strengthening the role of the family and community in supporting moral, religious, and social dimensions, and encouraging further applied research on Islamic educational thought in contemporary education.