The Educational Principles and Methods of the Chapter Loqman

The Islamic education is one of the most important parts of the Islamic teachings. Allah has sent His messengers, including the Prophet Mohammad (SAWS), to guide and to educate human kinds. Allah (SWT) has provided the most significant educational instructions, principles, and methods in the Quran. Thus, education must be based on the Quran, since the human education and the creation of a change require having an understanding and all inclusive knowledge of his real essence. This paper will first discuss the meaning of education and educational principles and methods. It will then discuss theses items using the scientific and practical wisdomof the chapter Loqman. From Loqman’s perspective, the most essential aspect of education is teaching of monotheism and belief in hereafter. He also sees the most important moral virtue is in humility and lack of arrogance. Loqman also looks into individual and social aspects of practical education.