Credit Points 5

Description This subject explores key aspects of religion, including theological debates about the existence of God/gods, sources of religious knowledge, and their influence on belief systems from the perspective of multiple faith-traditions. It examines religious rituals, ethical values in human relationships, and perspectives on environmental sustainability. The subject also investigates how religious ethics shape professional conduct and workplace values. Finally, it introduces principles of religious moderation and pluralism, fostering interfaith understanding. Through critical analysis, students will develop a nuanced appreciation of religion’s role in personal, social, national, and global contexts.

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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject

Restrictions

Only available to students enrolled at Surabaya campus.

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficiency in embodying Islamic principles, including ethical conduct, adherence to teachings, and religious moderation.
2. Apply foundational Islamic knowledge, encompassing beliefs (Islam, Iman, and Ihsan), Qur'anic interaction, and understanding mosque roles.
3. Evaluate Islam's interaction with diverse cultures and its perspective on economy, politics, gender, and sexual abuse.
4. Explore Sufi teachings to promote mental health and spiritual well-being.
5. Shape and affirm Muslim identity through a nuanced understanding of Islamic teachings and their relevance in contemporary society.
6. Analyse the impact of international technology on Islam, recognizing opportunities and challenges.
7. Develop strategies for building an ideal Muslim family based on Islamic values of love, respect, and mutual support.

Subject Content

1. Introduction
2. How to have a good religion
3. Redefining Iman, Islam and Ihsan
4. Acquiring mental health with Sufism Teaching (Tasawuf)
5. Building ideal relationship with Qur’an
6. Mosque and Islam Development
7. The importance of Religious Moderation
8. Islam and culture acculturation
9. Islam and Economy
10. Moslem Identity and its challenges : global perspective
11. Information Technology and Islam
12. Islam and Politics
13. Islam perspective on Gender and sexual abuse
14. Building Ideal Moslem Family