The relations between Islam and secularism: the impact of social behavior in Turkey

Ismail, Nik Ahmad Hisham and Teke, Mustafa (2016) The relations between Islam and secularism: the impact of social behavior in Turkey. International Education Studies, 9 (8). pp. 66-74. ISSN 1913-9020 E-ISSN 1913-9039

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Abstract

Secularism as central to society and human life may bring undesired negative consequences in Muslim societies. Increasing social problems among juveniles in Turkey raised questions regarding the right personality development and education of young people. In extending further analysis, we conducted semi-structured interview with experts to assess the level of Turkish personality and impact of Said Nursi, who is a very influential Islamic scholar in Turkish society and to the Islamic movement in general. This study implies that education integrated with Islamic belief and practice will be more influential to educate Turkish Muslims, rather than secular based teaching. This result will be a guideline for educationists and counselors. In future study, developing a personality scale integrated with belief and practice will be beneficial to Muslim communities.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Additional Information:	1001/51443
Uncontrolled Keywords:	secularism, Islam, personality, Turkey, Said Nursi
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Education
Depositing User:	PROFESSOR DR. NIK AHMAD HISHAM ISMAIL
Date Deposited:	08 Aug 2016 11:18
Last Modified:	19 Mar 2017 16:05
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/51443

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