Components of Spiritual Health in the Realm of Ontological Recognition with Emphasis on the Practical Conduct of Imam Reza (A.S)

Imani, Mehri

doi:10.22034/ijs.2025.427803.1139

Components of Spiritual Health in the Realm of Ontological Recognition with Emphasis on the Practical Conduct of Imam Reza (A.S)

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Mehri Imani

Level 4 student of Family Jurisprudence, Al-Zahra Community, PhD student in Jurisprudence and Law, Shahid Motahari University, Tehran, Iran.

10.22034/ijs.2025.427803.1139

Abstract

Spiritual health in the Islamic school of thought is considered the highest dimension of human health, the realization of which requires a solid foundation of “Knowing One’s Origin and Ultimate Reality” (Ma’bada-shināsi). This research, aiming to analyze and extract the objective components of spiritual health in this realm, examines the practical conduct of Imam Reza (A.S) as the concrete embodiment of a monotheistic life. Conducted in response to the central question, “What are the practical indicators of spiritual health in the dimension of Knowing the Origin within the Razavi conduct?”, this study employed an analytical approach using thematic analysis of narrative sources and texts on his conduct. The findings reveal an interconnected network of six fundamental components: Asceticism (Zuhd) meaning disinclination towards the world; Reliance on God (Tawakkul) as complete trust in God; Gratitude (Shukr) at three levels: heart, tongue, and action; Positive Assumption (Husn al-Zann) of God; Contentment (Ridā) with divine decree; and Continuous Supplication and Worship (Du’ā wa ‘Ibādat). These components, in dynamic interaction, form a comprehensive and living model of spiritual health that can be used as a fundamental framework for educational planning and counseling interventions in Islamic societies.

Keywords

Spiritual Health

Knowing the Origin

Reliance on God (Tawakkul)

Contentment (Ridā)

Asceticism (Zuhd)

Razavi Conduct

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