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Title (انسانی معاشرہ اور توہم پر ستی (اسباب، اثرات اور تدارک)

Author(s) Imran babar

Abstract The thesis comprises four chapters, tables of contents and bibliography. The preface includes introduction of the subject, its importance, the fundamental questions, targets and objectives of the research, hypotheses, literature review and research methodology. The subject matter is divided into four chapters: The first chapter tells what society and its evolution are, meaning of superstition and its kinds. Also, it discusses the ruling of shariah on superstition. It is indicated that both the ancient and the modern societies have some common values and concepts. A society is known by its ethical, cultural and social values. These values influence each other. Islamic society was established on the foundation of faith, ethics and the natural principles which are necessary to create balance in life. Superstition is a human and social problem. Bad omen is forbidden but good omen is taken but without adopting the traits of superstition and the behavior which goes against the behavior of trust in Allah. The second chapter gives a brief description on the world religions and discusses the practices and beliefs based on superstitions in Judaism, Christianity from Semitic religions and Hinduism and Buddhism from non- Semitic religions. It has been highlighted that religion either a revealed one or not, a big portion of it is consisted of social practices and rituals in addition to belief and worship. When society gets corrupted its first cracks appeared at first in the superstitious practices and then in beliefs, ethics and religious deeds. In the third chapter an overview is made to learn about religious and psychological factors of superstitions. It is concluded that fault in the understanding of the belief in monotheism, predestination, trust in Allah and His fear, lack of remembrance of Allah, ignorance and blind following lead to superstition and mental problems. To explain these factors, quotes from Quran and Hadith are given. Moreover, psychological imbalance which is effected by internal and external factors and also, family and financial issues give birth to the immoderate behavior is human begins which ultimately lead to superstitions. The fourth chapter opens with the strategy to get rid of superstitions in the light of Islamic thoughts so as to make the remedial measures viable in the light of Islamic principles to remove superstitions. It is suggested that through Islamic teachings and training, thinking positive, ethical cooperation, ethical purification of media and maintaining of law and order to ensure the sense of safety and positive changes in the environment can help get rid of superstitions from society.VI

Type Thesis/Dissertation PhD

Faculty Social Sciences

Department Islamic thought & Culture

Language Urdu

Publication Date 2020-06-16

Subject Islamic Studies

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