The Role of Piety (Taqwa) and Gratitude (Syukur) in Islam on Human Emotional Intelligence

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the role of taqwa (belief in Allah) and gratitude (gratitude to Allah) in Islam on an individual's ability to manage their level of human emotional intelligence. This study uses a factorial design analysis research method with a structural transaction research model. Data analysis was performed using AMOS (Moment Structure Analysis) which is used for hypothesis testing. This research involved a research sample of 350 Muslims consisting of administration staff, teachers, students, and other staff at tertiary institutions. The research findings show that taqwa and gratitude make a positive contribution to emotional intelligence. Individuals who have high piety have the ability to assess and control their emotional levels. In addition, based on research results, individuals who have piety and gratitude have the ability to better understand and distinguish between positive and negative emotions because these individuals have a good level of understanding of the teachings of the Islamic religion. Individuals who have high piety and gratitude are also able to respond well when others are angry with them and act with compassion. Taqwa and gratitude can increase individual empathy, thus contributing to emotional competence and individual emotional intelligence. This research resulted in the originality of the findings, namely taqwa and gratitude affect the emotional intelligence of Muslims in dealing with various problems. In addition, the study of piety and gratitude is accompanied by self-development of the Qur'an to examine its relationship with the emotions and souls of Muslims. This can enrich the literature on Islamic religious scholarship. The implication of this research is that if someone is able to increase this devotion and gratitude, that person will be better able to manage emotions, so that they can create a harmonious atmosphere both at work and in the family environment.