A Comparative Study of Personality Structure and Its Dimensions according to Holy Qur'an and Psychology

The Holy Qur'an has made reference to the formation of man's behavior and conduct based on his personality. According to it, individuals with good and balanced character are essential prerequisites of a healthy society. The findings of this study reveal that, when studying personality, modern psychology focuses only on biological –physical factors putting aside or ignoring man's psychological and mental aspects. Naturally, this leads to a vague and obscure image of a sound and healthy personality. Hence, the Holy Qur'an not only reveals the exact constituents, dimensions and features of a healthy personality and its balanced criteria but it also adopts a balanced and moderate way between man's material and spiritual aspects in a bid to nurture a balanced personality.