Quran and Medicine

Quran and Medicine

Quranic Approach to Social Health Based on Surah Al-Fatiha

Document Type : Original Article

Author
Mahmood Ayoobi
Assistant Professor, Department of Islamic Education, Faculty of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
Abstract
Purpose: In the face of increasing challenges to social health in contemporary societies, religious teachings, especially the verses of the Holy Quran, can be instrumental in enhancing the level of social health. The aim of this research is to examine the Quranic approach to social health, focusing on the fundamental concepts of Surah Al-Fatiha.
Method: This study employs a qualitative approach with an analytical-descriptive nature, utilizing content analysis, conceptual analysis, and logical inference methods to explore this topic. Data were collected through library studies and examination of credible Quranic, narrative, interpretative, and scientific sources.
Results: The key concepts of Surah Al-Fatiha, including monotheism, lordship, mercy, servitude, seeking help, and guidance, are significantly related to various dimensions of social health. These concepts influence social cohesion, accountability, compassion and kindness, social justice, cooperation, and collaboration, and can be utilized to strengthen social unity, ethical behaviors, and collective well-being.
Conclusion: Surah Al-Fatiha serves as a rich source of inspiration for enhancing social health, and its teachings can provide a foundation for developing practical solutions in this area.
Keywords
Quranic approach
social health
Surah Al-Fatiha
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