FEELINGS AND TEACHINGS OF ISLAM: UNDERSTANDING HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY THROUGH THE LENS OF ISLAMIC VALUES

This article explores how emotions such as love, fear, anger, hope, and empathy are shaped, guided, and regulated by Islamic teachings. Through qualitative analysis, the author examines religious texts, theological perspectives, and historical interpretations to illustrate how Islamic principles influence both the internal emotional experience and outward expression among individuals and communities. The study highlights key themes such as: The role of love and compassion in spiritual development and interpersonal relationships How fear and reverence shape moral accountability and submission to divine commands The governance of anger through prophetic examples and ethical reasoning The nurturing of hope and trust (ṭawakkul) in faith-based resilience The cultivation of empathy as a social ethic grounded in Quranic imperatives This research emphasizes the integration of affective life and doctrinal instruction in Islam, demonstrating that emotions are not merely personal responses but deeply embedded within an ethical-religious framework. The article contributes to interfaith and psychological studies by framing emotional constructs within Islamic worldview and invites further interdisciplinary dialogue on religion and emotional formation.