Humans’ Need for a Balanced Education in Six Aspects

IQNA – Human beings are complex creatures with various aspects to their existence. As a result, it's crucial to educate individuals from childhood through adolescence, addressing different dimensions of their lives.

The Holy Quran serves as a guidebook, providing guidance on various aspects of human life. These include beliefs, ethics, religious laws, social interactions, economic matters, scientific and technological advancements, artistic considerations, as well as biological and physical aspects.

Religious education is essential across all these dimensions. While some may limit it to specific areas, the comprehensive religious program covers all six issues related to human existence.

The optimal time for implementing religious education programs is during early childhood, as children are more receptive and open to exploring different aspects.

Maintaining balance and moderation is crucial in religious education. It prevents extremes and ensures a well-rounded development in all areas of human life. Focusing solely on one aspect can lead to a one-dimensional or weak development in other areas.

True prosperity is achieved when individuals grow in religious, social, economic, scientific, artistic, and physical dimensions. Presently, children and teenagers have made significant strides in science and economics but may lack development in beliefs, morals, and maintaining balance in other areas.

A guiding principle from the Holy Quran emphasizes moderation: " eat and drink, but do not waste" (Surah Al-A'raf, verse 31). This underscores the importance of finding the middle ground in various aspects of life.

Teenagers gravitate towards computer games, which can enhance certain skills like speed, creativity, risk-taking, and concentration. However, engaging in violent games may hinder their entry into healthier and more artistic environments, leading to an imbalance in physicality and individual development.