Eighth International Conference on Health, Wellness & Society

Abstract

Muslim Scholars, especially Shias, believe that Islam is a religion which aims to provide a basis for perfection in every dimensions of man’s life; physically and spiritually. This doctrine is originated from the Qur’anic teachings and traditions of the Prophetic tradition. Given that acting upon Islamic teachings in one dimension is interconnected with others, here, we will attempt to show this fact that how Islamic teachings about nutrition are interconnected with spirituality and perfection. There is a food system presented by the tradition, by which man can ascend the levels of spirituality. This system includes both quality and quantity of eatable matters and covers both foods and drinks. Thus, according to this religious system, as nutrition affects physical health, the same extent or more, it affects spiritual health. The food that is appropriate with spirituality has to have some traits that will be discussed. There are Qur’anic verses and narrations from Islamic infallible figures supporting this claim that we are trying to examine in this work.