Housework, as one of women’s foundational roles within the family structure, has long been a subject of contention between traditional and modern perspectives in socio-cultural discourses. In many societies, the diminishing social value of this role has led to weakened motivation and reduced satisfaction among women in performing domestic duties. This study aims to analyze Islamic approaches to fostering women’s positive attitudes toward housework, seeking to propose constructive solutions by drawing on Islamic sources and psychological frameworks.

The research adopts a qualitative, document-based analysis methodology. Data were collected through library research, religious texts (Quran and hadith), and a review of prior studies, then categorized and interpreted via thematic analysis.



The findings are organized into three frameworks: cognitive, affective, and behavioral. The cognitive dimension highlights religious justifications, otherworldly rewards, spiritual growth, and Islamic role models. The affective dimension explores methods such as reinforcing self-worth, fostering psychological security, and acknowledging women’s efforts to improve attitudes. Meanwhile, the behavioral approach identifies practical training, shared responsibilities, and male participation as key factors.



The study concludes that an integrated application of these approaches—under the guidance of Islamic teachings—can cultivate a positive attitude toward housework, transforming it into a spiritual, identity-forming, and developmental role within the Muslim woman’s life.