Islamic Education, The Islamic Pedagogical Faculty in Zenica, University of Zenica , Zenica , Bosnia and Herzegovina
This paper explores the concept of happiness from the perspective of Islamic theology and tradition. In modern society, happiness is often perceived through the lens of material goods and individual rights, while Islamic tradition offers a deeper, spiritual framework for its understanding. The author analyzes the distinction between ancient and modern conceptions of happiness, highlighting that true happiness is rooted in spiritual fulfillment and living in accordance with God’s commandments. The paper also examines how different linguistic definitions and philosophical schools, including Greek and hedonistic traditions, shape the understanding of happiness, and how Islam, by emphasizing a balance between the material and spiritual, offers a holistic approach to this fundamental question of human existence. Through a comparison with the American Declaration of Independence and modern social norms, the author critically re-evaluates the hedonistic approach to happiness, emphasizing the dangers of seeking happiness solely in sensory pleasures. The paper concludes that happiness is a complex state that involves more than fleeting feelings of satisfaction and that true happiness requires a deep understanding of life’s purpose and spiritual effort.
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