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Islam, Humanity and Human Values 1 - Al-Shia The Scientific and Cultural Website of Shia belief Islam, Humanity and Human Values 1 2021-06-21 431 Views Humanity , Human Values , Islam and Humanity The articles focused on humanity and human values as perceived by Islam. In this part, we shall look at the definition of humanity, Islam and humanity and other relevant issues. Contents Defining Humanity Alternative Theories 1. Islam and Humanity 2. Who can define the characteristics of man?

Defining Humanity A definition of humanity seems easy to think of yet difficult to propose, and there have been disputes about it among different schools of thought. Most pioneers in social thought and leaders of movements claim that the main feature of their activities is their humanism and humanitarian efforts.

To avoid having misconceptions about humanity or sinking in the whirlpool of literal interpretations and logical disputes, we need to first focus on the reality of the human being and his different aspects, and then discuss the derived infinitive word from humanity , its meaning, virtues, and functions.

First, human beings are objective beings who are different from other objective beings with respect to freedom of choice, meaning that their actions and behaviours are a result of their reasoning and will, albeit relatively. Second, human beings are to a large extent affected by their surroundings, that is, the physical environment and other beings. Third, human beings are social beings who naturally interact with other human beings.

Fourth, human beings are created by God, the Creator of the universe. This relation with God has different dimensions which affect them as persons and all of their relationships. These four features are like four chapters of the book of humanity. Thus, human values are those basic elements in the nature of human beings which are to be developed by his own efforts.

This development is an evolutionary movement in which no part of the human existence harms others and none of these elements should stop the movement of the human being towards a better state. These are the outlines of his comprehensive perfection which originate from his very nature. Man’s God-given nature and colour are like seeds and potentials which are hidden in him at the beginning of creation and will flourish when man follows the right path.