The qur'anic semantic of Al-Jannah
Abstract
This research aims to examine the concept of al-Jannah in the Qur'an, which is commonly interpreted as “heaven”. Previous interpretations tend to emphasize al-Jannah as a place of physical pleasures, such as gardens, rivers of milk and honey, fine dwellings, etc. This perspective potentially limits the depth and universality of its meaning in the Qur'anic worldview. Therefore, this research aims to re-examine the concept of al-Jannah using a qualitative approach based on Toshihiko Izutsu's semantic framework. It has been improved such on the feedback. The basic meaning of the word al-jannah is closed. Meanwhile, the relational meaning of al-jannah in the Qur'an is a garden or paradise. By analyzing both the basic and relational meanings of the term, the study explores how al-Jannah is presented not only as an eschatological reward but also as a reflection of moral consequence tied to human behavior in this world. The findings imply that al-Jannah serves as a comprehensive moral-spiritual ideal, encouraging believers to align their actions with spiritual values and avoid those associated with al-Nar (hell). Therefore, al-Jannah should be understood not merely as a future paradise but as a symbol of ethical living grounded in Qur'anic teachings.
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