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International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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ISSN: 2222-6990

Spiritual Intelligence During Catastrophe: The Covid-19 Pandemic Case

Ratna Rohida Ab Razak, Haji Ahmad Nasir Mohd Yusoff, Nur Ayuni Mohd Isa, Rahimah Embong, Aiza Maslan

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v11-i8/10672

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This study is an attempt to explain the significance role of spiritual intelligence during the complexities and uncertainties, particularly due to the tragedy of the COVID-19 pandemic. Spiritual intelligence is the capacity to behave with insight and humility while preserving inner and outer harmony irrespective of the circumstances. Not only does one with a high spiritual intellect respond appropriately in a particular circumstance or state, but it also analyzes how he or she is in that position. This study also aims to understand how the COVID-10 pandemic could lead someone to adjust, embrace and change life and turn the tragedy into a time of resilience, strength, knowledge and a new environment of mutual and communal living, sharing responsibilities and appreciating solidarity.

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In-Text Citation: (Razak et al., 2021)
To Cite this Article: Razak, R. R. A., Yusoff, H. A. N. M., Isa, N. A. M., Embong, R., & Maslan, A. (2021). Spiritual Intelligence During Catastrophe: The Covid-19 Pandemic Case. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 11(8), 1–12.