Morality in the Light of Qur’ān and Ahdiths: A Critical Analysis of Parents and Teachers’ Role as Family and Public Institutions

Abstract

This study is descriptive in nature and main focus of this paper is to consult Qur’ān and Ahdiths for understanding the concept of morality. Verses from the Holy Qur’ān and sayings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be on him) are consulted to portray a paramount role of parents and teachers that is played as family and public institutions respectively. Moral values like, good manners, respect, loyalty, truth, altruism, reliability, fairness, cooperation, collaboration, honesty, companionship, decency, acceptance, compliance, love, patience and forgiveness are also studied in the light of Qur’ān and Ahdiths. As an end product, inculcation of moral values in youth by their parents and teachers is also delineated.

Keywords

• morality
• family
• good_manners
• respect
• cooperation
• honesty
• good citizenship
• responsibility
• kindness
• fairness
• self discipline.