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| Course Title | Code | Language | Type | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sufism Physiology | MDR516 | Turkish | Compulsory | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 6.0 |
| Prerequisite Courses | |
| Course Level | Graduate |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator | Prof. Dr. Şerif DEMİR |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Dr. Şerif DEMİR (Bahar) |
| Goals | The aim of this course is to examine the structure of the human body, heart and soul in Sufi thought using a holistic approach; to investigate the effects of Sufi practices (zikr, riyazet, tefekkür, etc.) on the physiological and psychological structure of human beings; and to enable students to evaluate Sufism's approach to human nature from a scientific and interdisciplinary perspective. |
| Course Content | This course examines the structure of the human being in Sufi thought within the framework of the concepts of body, nafs (self), heart, and soul. It explores the spiritual development of the human being in Sufi literature, including the stages of the nafs, purification of the heart, and the maturation of the soul. The course also evaluates the psychological and physiological effects of Sufi practices such as dhikr (remembrance), ascetic discipline (riyazat), contemplation, and spiritual observation (muraqaba). In addition, the impact of Sufism on human well-being, spiritual balance, and inner development is discussed in light of classical Sufi sources and contemporary scientific perspectives. |
| # | Öğrenme Kazanımı |
| 1 | Explains the fundamental concepts related to the structure of the human being in Sufi thought, including body, heart, and soul. |
| 2 | Analyzes the effects of Sufi practices (such as dhikr, ascetic discipline, and contemplation) on the physiological and psychological structure of the human being. |
| 3 | Compares different approaches to human nature within Sufi literature |
| 4 | Evaluates the relationship between Sufism and modern sciences such as psychology and physiology. |
| 5 | Interprets the effects of Sufi thought on the inner development of the human being. |
| 6 | Recognizes and values the importance of Sufism for spiritual development and inner balance. |
| Week | Topics/Applications | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Course introduction and overview of Sufism and the concept of the human being | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 2. Week | The concept of the human being in Sufism: body, nafs (self), heart and soul | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 3. Week | The concept of nafs in Sufism and the stages of the nafs | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 4. Week | The place of the concepts of heart and soul in Sufi literature | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 5. Week | The relationship between body and soul in Sufi training | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 6. Week | The effects of dhikr and acts of worship on the human being | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 7. Week | The concepts of riyazat (ascetic discipline) and spiritual struggle (mujahada) | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 8. Week | The process of inner transformation in Sufism | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 9. Week | The relationship between Sufism and psychology | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 10. Week | Sufism and modern sciences: perspectives from physiology and psychology | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 11. Week | Spiritual illnesses in Sufism and methods of treatment | Presentation (Preparation) |
| 12. Week | Sufi education and human development | |
| 13. Week | The effects of Sufism on human health and psychological balance | |
| 14. Week | General evaluation and student presentations |
| No | Program Requirements | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Knowledge of Spiritual Counseling: Possess a deep understanding of theoretical and practical knowledge in spiritual counseling and guidance, and be able to develop solutions tailored to the spiritual needs of different individuals. | ✔ | |||||
| 2 | Interdisciplinary Approach: Integrate knowledge from various disciplines such as psychology, sociology, educational sciences, and religious studies to effectively use in spiritual counseling processes. | ✔ | |||||
| 3 | Ethics and Professionalism: Embrace the ethical principles in spiritual counseling and guidance, demonstrating a professional and culturally sensitive approach. | ✔ | |||||
| 4 | Research and Application Competence: Follow current research in the field of spiritual counseling and apply this research into practical settings. | ✔ | |||||
| 5 | Communication Skills: Establish effective communication with clients, build trust, and exhibit an empathetic approach throughout the counseling process. | ✔ | |||||
| 6 | Professional Development: Continuously follow advancements in the field of spiritual counseling and improve and update professional skills. | ✔ | |||||
| Program Requirements | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 | DK6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| PY2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| PY4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| PY5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| PY6 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Ders Kitabı veya Notu | Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır. |
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| Diğer Kaynaklar |
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| ECTS credits and course workload | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ders İçi |
Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
|
Ders Dışı |
Homework | 13 | 2 | 26 |
| Preparation, After Class Study | 13 | 2 | 26 | |
| Research | 14 | 1 | 14 | |
| Interview | 5 | 3 | 15 | |
| Presentation (Preparation) | 14 | 2 | 28 | |
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Sınavlar |
Practice | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 153 | |||
| *AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 | ECTS Credit of the Course | 6.0 | ||
