Multidimensional Measure of Islamic Spirituality (MMIS)

Description

The Multidimensional Measure of Islamic Spirituality (MMIS) is presented as a psychometric instrument designed to provide a multidimensional assessment of Islamic spirituality. It examines different aspects of Muslims’ spiritual and religious lives, approaching spirituality as a complex construct that encompasses religious beliefs, worship practices, moral behavior, and personal spiritual development.

According to the source material, the principal dimensions assessed include Faith, Worship, Moral Behavior, and Spiritual Growth, providing a broader perspective on different components of Islamic spirituality.

Objective

The primary objective of the MMIS is to provide a means of assessing different dimensions of Islamic spirituality.

The instrument may contribute to understanding how various aspects of spirituality relate to psychological well-being, religious practice, and interpersonal relationships. It may also be used to investigate associations between spirituality and different psychological and social factors.

Dimensions

Faith refers to the degree of belief and trust in Allah and adherence to the fundamental teachings of Islam.

Worship assesses the frequency of and commitment to religious practices, including prayer and fasting.

Moral Behavior focuses on ethical conduct and the extent to which individuals seek to live according to the moral teachings and principles of Islam.

Spiritual Growth concerns the pursuit of personal spiritual development and inner peace through Islamic spirituality.

Together, these dimensions provide a multidimensional framework for examining different components of an individual’s spiritual experience.

Scoring and Data Analysis

According to the uploaded document, MMIS statements are assessed using a 5-point Likert-type scale, ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).

Responses are collected and analyzed to generate scores for the different dimensions of Islamic spirituality. Higher scores indicate greater spiritual commitment and development within the corresponding dimensions.

Depending on the objectives of the study, researchers may examine individual dimensions separately or investigate relationships among the different components of spirituality.

Psychometric Evaluation

As a multidimensional psychometric instrument, the application of the MMIS to a specific population requires appropriate assessment of its reliability and validity.

Particular attention should be given to the suitability of the instrument when it is used across different linguistic, cultural, or social contexts. Appropriate validation procedures can help determine whether the intended dimensions of Islamic spirituality are measured consistently within the population under investigation.

The uploaded source does not provide specific numerical reliability or validity coefficients. Therefore, no particular psychometric thresholds can be established from this document alone.

Research Relevance

The multidimensional perspective of the MMIS allows Islamic spirituality to be examined beyond a general assessment of religiosity by considering specific aspects of faith, religious practice, moral behavior, and spiritual development.

The instrument may therefore be useful in research exploring relationships between religion, spirituality, psychological well-being, and social factors, provided that its application within the target population is supported by appropriate psychometric evidence.

Its multidimensional framework may also facilitate a more differentiated understanding of how specific components of Islamic spirituality relate to individual experiences and psychosocial outcomes.

References

Abu-Raiya, H., & Pargament, K. I. (2011). Empirically based psychology of Islam: Summary and critique of the literature. Mental Health, Religion & Culture, 14(2), 93–115.

Hussain, A. M. (2016). Measuring Islamic Spirituality: A Review of Available Instruments. Journal of Muslim Mental Health, 10(2), 23–45.

Koenig, H. G., King, D. E., & Carson, V. B. (2012). Handbook of Religion and Health. Oxford University Press.

Padela, A. I., & Curlin, F. A. (2013). Religion and disparities: Considering the influences of Islam on the health of American Muslims. Journal of Religion and Health, 52(4), 1333–1345.