Identifying Indicators and Components of Sexual Education in Islamic Verses and Traditions: A Content Analysis Approach
Keywords:
Sex education, Islamic verses, narrationsAbstract
This study aimed to identify and synthesize the indicators and components of sexual education based on Qur’anic verses and Islamic traditions using a qualitative content analysis approach. This research adopted a descriptive–analytical design based on qualitative document analysis. The study corpus consisted of relevant Qur’anic verses and authentic Islamic traditions related to sexual education, which were examined comprehensively without sampling until theoretical saturation was achieved. Units of analysis included sentences, propositions, and written religious documents. Data were collected through note-taking, checklists, and researcher-developed forms. Data analysis followed Gall et al.’s five-step content analysis procedure, including document review, categorization, coding, and interpretation. Credibility and dependability of findings were confirmed through expert review in Islamic education. The analysis revealed that components of sexual education in Islamic teachings are organized into four interrelated dimensions: cognitive components (sexual knowledge), attitudinal components (sexual affect), skill-based components (behavioral practices of sexual education), and methodological components (educational strategies). Together, these dimensions form a coherent framework addressing awareness, emotional orientation, practical conduct, and pedagogical guidance in sexual education. Islamic teachings provide a comprehensive, balanced, and multidimensional framework for sexual education, which can serve as a culturally grounded foundation for designing and implementing educational and training programs in Islamic societies.
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