Purpose-Driven Life in Islam and Emotional Stability

Examining Said Nursi’s Perspective

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ID22023913
AuthorsSalih Yucel (0000-0001-6676-8766, Charles Sturt University, corresponding author)
Year2024
Volume9
Issue2
Pages19-36
Publication date2024-08-21
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueAustralian Journal of Islamic Studies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2207-4414 • E-ISSN: 2207-4414
PublisherIslamic Sciences and Research Academy (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.55831/ajis.v9i2.649
OpenAlexW4401766298
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited17

This article discusses the significance of a purpose-driven life in achieving emotional stability and wellbeing, particularly from the perspective of Said Nursi (d. 1960). The central focus is on Nursi’s belief that a purpose-driven life, rooted in religious and spiritual principles, is essential for emotional stability. This article first explores the relationship between emotional stability and a purpose- driven life by examining Nursi’s works, highlighting his unwavering emotional strength in adversity. Second, the article draws a connection between Nursi’s philosophy and Ibn Sina’s theory of pleasure. Nursi’s alignment with this theory suggests that intellectual pleasure is permanent and intrinsic to human nature, distinguishing it from sensual and inward pleasures. Nursi advocates engaging in spiritual practices as sources of solace and healing, offering structured ways to process emotions and gain emotional stability during challenging times. Finally, this article discusses Nursi’s comprehensive perspective on a purpose- driven life and emotional stability, guiding readers toward resilience, personal growth and a closer relationship with the Divine, ultimately leading to emotional stability and wellbeing. A purpose-driven life serves as a source of inspiration, fostering resilience and equipping individuals to face and overcome challenges. When life becomes purposeless, it becomes unliveable. Nursi suggests the human ego can lead to emotional stability if purified and used wisely. Overall, this article argues that Nursi’s philosophy on emotional stability is highly idealistic and can be practised by the spiritual elite. However, individuals can benefit from it according to their spiritual level

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