AN OVERVIEW OF MUSLIM SPIRITUAL ECO-EDUCATION

Abstract

Recent attention to eco-education and environmental education reveals a gap in comprehending the interconnection between religion, spirituality, and eco-education. This paper explores the intersection of Muslim spirituality and environmental education, highlighting interconnectivity, co-existence, and spirituality's role in understanding humanity's place, stewardship of natural resources, and regulation of ecological footprints. It delves into the cultivation of awareness, values, and attitudes for environmental preservation, exploring motivations, engagement, and skills vital for sustaining the learning process and promoting conservation. The study scrutinizes how Muslim spirituality shapes the core concepts and methodologies of eco-education, impacting global challenges like climate change and sustainability. It stresses the necessity of exploring environmentally focused educational programs guided by spiritual principles, urging an investigation into barriers hindering the translation of theoretical principles and frameworks into practical applications. The study calls for further exploration of strategies sustaining the symbiotic relationship between spirituality and evolving literature, as well as practical experiences in eco-education.