Spiritual Intelligence
About the Course
Spiritual Intelligence is an in depth study of the practice of Islamic spirituality. During the course you will uncover the timeless wisdom of the Quran and Hadith to enrich your spiritual understanding. You will discover how these ancient teachings promote personal growth and fuel professional excellence in the modern world.
Course Plan
Learning Objectives
To provide a comprehensive understanding of Spiritual Intelligence (SI) from an Islamic perspective, exploring its significance, dimensions, and the role it plays in personal and professional excellence.
To delve into the rich Islamic teachings that form the foundation of Spiritual Intelligence, including the concepts of Tawhid, the characteristics of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as a role model, and the profound wisdom contained within the Quran and Hadith related to achieving excellence and harnessing the power of Duas.
To foster a deep sense of self-awareness and understanding among students about their spiritual strengths and areas for growth, encouraging a reflective and introspective approach to personal development.
To equip students with practical strategies and tools for enhancing their Spiritual Intelligence through daily Islamic practices, prayer, meditation, and engagement with the Quran.
Course Overview
This course aims to explore spiritual intelligence from an Islamic viewpoint in detail. It aims to uncover the rich insights and guidance found in the Quran, Hadith, and teachings of respected Islamic scholars on this topic. With an emphasis on achieving excellence, the course blends Quranic verses, Hadith, and scholarly interpretations to give participants a comprehensive understanding. By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and insights required to navigate their journey to success in this world and the hereafter, guided by the profound wisdom of Islamic spiritual intelligence.
Topics Covered
1. Spiritual Intelligence and the pursuit of excellence
Definitions and concepts of intelligence: Multiple intelligences, IQ, EI, and SI
Introduction to Spiritual Intelligence (SI) in Islam
Defining Excellence from an Islamic perspective
The significance of SI in personal and professional life
Tools for the journey: Taqwa and its fruits
2. Knowing the Creator
Understanding Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and its impact on SI
Understanding the “Zaat” and the “Sifaat” of the Creator
Knowing your relationship to the Rabb.
Understanding the impact of spiritual intelligence on mental health and wellbeing
3. Knowing the best of Creation.
The position of the Prophet SAW as a role model and benchmark to attain excellence.
Our relationship with the Prophet ﷺ
The roles of Islam, Iman, and Ihsan in developing SI
The Quranic and Hadith perspective on SI
4. Domains of Spiritual Intelligence in Islam.
The role of Ruh, Qalb, Nafs and Aql
Concept of Worship and Morality
Recognizing the purpose of our creation: Solving the identity crisis.
5. Enhancing Your Spiritual Intelligence
Strategies for nurturing and developing SI in daily life.
Reflection and self-assessment: Identifying strengths and areas for growth in SI.
Incorporating prayer, meditation, and Quranic recitation to enhance SI.
Community and social service: Extending SI beyond the self.
6. Making Dua your superpower (1&2)
The power of purification and Istighfar.
The nature of Dua and its impact
Understanding the levels of acceptance.
Etiquette of making Dua.
Conditions of Dua being answered.
Times and places to make Dua is more powerful.
Duas of the Prophet ﷺ
7. Deepening the bond with the Creator.
An overview of the Ahadith Qudsi.
Making a pledge about your life.
Writing a covenant with Him.
Strategies for cultivating resilience and emotional stability through spiritual practices.
8. Challenges to Spiritual Intelligence in the Modern World
Identifying and overcoming modern challenges to developing spiritual intelligence
The role of technology and social media: Impacts on spiritual growth and intelligence
Strategies for maintaining spiritual intelligence in a fast-paced, materialistic world
Learning Outcomes
Understand and explain Spiritual Intelligence (SI) within an Islamic context,emphasizing the importance of Taqwa for personal and professional growth.
Comprehend Tawhid and the attributes of Allah, recognizing their influence on one’s Spiritual Intelligence and relationship with the Creator.
Recognize Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as a model for Spiritual Intelligence, highlighting his qualities and the application of Islamic principles in daily life.
Explore the concepts of Ruh, Qalb, Nafs, and Aql in Spiritual Intelligence development, and articulate Islamic perspectives on worship, morality, and the purpose of creation.
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