Religious Morality in Education for Serving the Purpose of Our Life

Abstract

Modern education follows a secular framework in its structure, content, and values, prioritizing material well-being based on secular ethics and the belief that "a hungry man is an angry man." Within this perspective, religion is confined to theology and rituals, while education primarily focuses on skills and technology for societal progress. Consequently, it often fails to cultivate individuals with the moral integrity necessary to achieve life's ultimate purpose promoting peace, prosperity, and success in both the material and spiritual realms. This study explores how integrating religion and morality into modern education can help fulfill this broader purpose. It employs a conceptual framework and descriptive methodology, proposing an approach that unifies religious and educational objectives. The model presents a holistic educational system that removes any stigma associated with revealed religions by integrating philosophy into religion and science into philosophy. Incorporating religious ethics and values, this framework moralizes modern education, aligning it with life's ultimate purpose. The investigation highlights practical implications for government policymakers, academic institutions, educators, scholars, clerics, and social thinkers worldwide. Its findings guide embedding religious morality into education, enhancing its role in producing competent graduates who contribute to societal well-being by fostering harmony, peace, and happiness key indicators of both material and spiritual success. The study's originality lies in structuring education as a transformative process leading to wisdom and enlightenment, ensuring that learning aligns with life's fundamental goals and purposes.