The Depths of the Human Soul: Freud's Deconstruction and the Reconstruction of the Spirit in the Book of Sirr al-Asrar

Dewi Masita; Khabibah Khabibah

doi:10.31004/cermat.v1i2.62

Authors

Dewi Masita STAI Al-Yasini Pasuruan
Khabibah Khabibah SMK Sultan Al-Yasini Pasuruan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31004/cermat.v1i2.62

Keywords:

Human soul, Freud, id, ego, superego, Sirr al-Asrar, Spirit, hermeneutics, deconstruction

Abstract

This study explores the complexity of the human psyche through hermeneutical methods, while reexamining Freud's psychological map with a deconstructive approach. The structure of the id, ego, and superego is reexamined, and the concept of the soul is reformulated based on Abdul Qadir al-Jilani's Sirr al-Asrar. This literature research relies on primary sources, particularly Freud's works and texts from Sirr al-Asrar. The findings indicate that Freud's structure of the soul is limited to a psychodynamic understanding, while Sirr al-Asrar offers a spiritual dimension as a center of consciousness capable of addressing the existential challenges of today. The hermeneutic approach opens up a richer perspective on the psychological dynamics of modern humans. This research report makes an important contribution to the field of psychospirituality and contemporary psychotherapy practices.

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