The Doctrinal Principles and Their Impact on Developing Creative Thinking Skills: An Educational Foundational Study

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the impact of doctrinal (creedal) principles on the development of creative thinking, by clarifying the concept of these principles, establishing their foundation in Islamic law (Sharia), and identifying the creative thinking skills derived from them. The research employed inductive, analytical, and deductive methodologies to achieve its objectives. The study reached several key findings, the most significant of which are as follows: After thoroughly examining the topic of doctrinal principles and their role in fostering creative thinking skills, the study revealed that these principles contribute to the development of various creative thinking skills such as analysis, induction, comparison, problem-solving, critical thinking, concept mapping, and realistic representation. Furthermore, the integration of doctrinal principles into educational and training programs was found to enhance balanced, structured thinking and strengthen the ability to comprehend and apply concepts to real-life situations. The findings affirmed that the relationship between Islamic creed (‘Aqidah) and creative thinking is one of harmony and integration, not contradiction. This relationship fosters conscious faith and establishes steadfast religious commitment built upon evidence, reasoning, and understanding. The researchers recommended the necessity of systematically incorporating doctrinal principles into Islamic education curricula and linking them to thinking skills in order to deepen students’ understanding of Islamic creed. They also emphasized the importance of conducting applied studies that combine doctrinal principles with creative thinking to demonstrate the transformative role of sound faith in shaping conscious and innovative minds.