Quran, Culture And Civilization

Quran, Culture And Civilization

Recognizing the concept of (Neshat) in the Holy Quran based on content analysis of related verses

Authors
1 MSc Health Service management, school of Health, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
2 Associate Professor, Department of Communication and Business Sciences, Faculty of Humanities and Law, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran
3 Bachelor of Theology, Faculty of Literature, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
10.22034/jksl.2025.515120.1452
Abstract
The concept of *Neshat* (vitality/joy) has inner, behavioral, and social dimensions and is associated with concepts such as satisfaction, hope, smiling, and mental and social well-being. From a Quranic perspective, *Neshat* is an inner state of happiness, heartfelt assurance, and spiritual contentment that arises from a connection with God, faith, gratitude for blessings, righteous deeds, and hope in divine reward. This study aimed to explain the concept of *Neshat* based on a content analysis of related themes in the verses of the Holy Quran. The research method employed was content analysis. Data collection tools were listed, and Quranic software was used to extract relevant verses. The analysis revealed that the causes or contexts of *Neshat* are significant and can have both positive and negative aspects. Broadly, *Neshat* can be categorized into two types: *praiseworthy* (*mamdūḥ*) and *blameworthy* (*madhmūm*). Praiseworthy *Neshat* (commended in the Quran) includes *faith-based and divine joy*, linked to monotheistic values, spirituality, gratitude, and piety, ultimately leading to divine satisfaction and eternal bliss in the hereafter. Blameworthy *Neshat* (condemned in the Quran) includes *non-faith-based joy*, associated with worldly wealth, material pursuits, and illicit pleasures, ultimately leading to downfall and divine punishment in the hereafter.
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Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 06 October 2025

  • Receive Date 09 April 2025
  • Revise Date 01 June 2025
  • Accept Date 02 June 2025
  • Publish Date 06 October 2025