Psychological teachings in Nahj al-Balaghah

Mohammad Reza Salmani Abiat¹ Zahra ghafeli²

1) Master of Shiite History, Payame Noor University, Ahvaz
2) Master of Quranic and Hadith Sciences, Payame Noor University of Ahvaz

IOI Code : XEAC-GCEHF
Publication : 1st International Conference and 2nd National Conference on Psychology and Religion(cpruma.ir)
Abstract :
    The teachings of psychology and psychology have an important place in Nahj al-Balaghah. In multiple cases, Imam Ali (AS) while referring to some psychological teachings, offers solutions and solutions to go out and treat psychological and psychological problems. The position of religion and religiosity as a deterrent to spiritual problems is very important in Nahj-e-Communication. Imam Ali (AS) by emphasizing the place of religion in the psychological structure and mental health of human beings, describes religion as the spiritual growth of human beings and considers it as providing the necessary conditions for accepting optimistic living conditions. Amir al-mu minin (AS) consider mental health as an essential need of every person and the purpose of this article is to examine the place of psychological teachings in Nahj al-Balaghah. Relying on a review method, this article examines the valuable speeches of Imam Ali (as) in the psychological dimension. As a result of this research, it should be said that psychological teachings such as anxiety, jealousy, aggression and fear, which were examined as examples in this article, are each rooted in the diminishing religious view among individuals in society. According to Imam Ali (as), the way to treat mental illness and prevent its long-term effects is to raise the level of awareness and knowledge of the people and to follow religious orders.

Keywords : imam ali (as) nahj al balaghah psychology mental health