Methodology for Reforming Thinking: An Islamic Perspective

Abstract

Scholars define thinking as: "Any process or activity that occurs in the human mind." Thinking occurs for multiple purposes, including: 1. Understanding, comprehension, decision-making, planning, problem-solving, judgment, experiencing joy and pleasure, imagination, and daydreaming. 2. It is also a conscious process undertaken by the individual with awareness and understanding. It does not occur in isolation from the surrounding environment; that is, the thinking process is influenced by the religious, social, and cultural context in which it takes place. This research, entitled "The Methodology of Reforming Thinking from an Islamic Perspective," discusses the importance of reforming thinking in Islamic society from an Islamic perspective. The methodology of reforming thinking from an Islamic perspective paves the way for and enhances the effectiveness of internal self-regulation and moral restraint. This is because it establishes the standards by which results are measured after their achievement. The process of intellectual reform focuses on defining the necessary goals and standards for monitoring the progress of family, community, and nation life, and all stages of implementing the approved plan. This ensures adherence to the plan and the fulfillment of the requirements by each individual and group. It also involves identifying problems and obstacles that may hinder the achievement of the desired goals within the specified timeframe and intervening first. The first step is to implement change when necessary. The methodology of reforming thinking from an Islamic perspective represents a system for improving the natural way of thinking within Muslim societies throughout history. This improvement is achieved through a serious attempt to control the excesses of natural or innate thinking. The fundamental characteristic of logical thinking is its reliance on reasoning to understand and comprehend things. Reasoning is a step on the path to "correct and sound understanding." Furthermore, the methodology of reforming thinking from an Islamic perspective reaffirms the constants of general Islamic principles and rules through sound intellectual reform. This aims to achieve ultimate goals in the Hereafter, a clear future vision that the Muslim and the Muslim community strive to realize, each according to their own effort. This study consists of an introduction, three sections, and a conclusion.