ENGLISH-ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS OF A ‘CONFIDENT PERSONALITY’: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE ISLAMIC CONCEPTS OF TARBIYYAH

Keywords: Self-belief, self-worth, confidence, creativity, character

Abstract

Being the true and final word of Allah swt, the Quran provides us guidance about all spheres of our life – individual as well as communal. The principles of reformation of society that it outlines begin with the individuals and then they expand to include families, communities, nations, and ultimately the whole of mankind. If the first building block - the individual - is not solid and strong, it will result in the weakness of all the subsequent levels. Islam, therefore, puts a strong emphasis on the holistic personality development of individuals. It has provided detailed guidance about all the essential aspects and ingredients of a confident Muslim personality. The details of these ingredients are abundantly elaborated through the blessed words and noble actions of the best of the creations, Muhammad which have been recorded in the books of ahadith. We need to make ourselves aware of these ingredients and utilize them to shape our beings. We are more in need to remain in the pursuit of self-improvement in today’s times than ever before. This article is an attempt to present an overview of these essential ingredients and explain their basis, challenges in their implementation, and the factors that help us employ them. May Allah swt make us realize our true potential and enable us to perform our responsibilities as Muslims and as the messengers of the Messenger of Allahin the most befitting manner.

 

 

Published
2021-12-29