Spouses' Sexual Self-Display Based on Islamic Sources: A Qualitative Study Using Content Analysis

Document Type : Original Article

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1 PhD in Psychology, Imam Khomeini Educational and Research Institute, Qom, Iran.

2 PhD student in Quran and Psychology, Al-Mustafa University, Qom, Iran.

3 / Level 3 Scholar, Specialized Islamic Counseling, Seminary, Qom, Iran

4 3rd level scholar of specialized Islamic counseling, seminary, Shiraz, Iran

Abstract

The purpose of the present study was to identify the components of spouses' sexual self-expression based on Islamic sources. This qualitative research utilized thematic analysis, following the comprehensive six-stage process proposed by Braun and Clarke, which includes: 1. Familiarization with the data; 2. Generating and coding initial codes; 3. Searching for and identifying themes; 4. Constructing a thematic network; 5. Analyzing the thematic network; 6. Compiling the report. To this end, concepts related to the semantic domain of sexual self-expression were purposefully searched and selected from Islamic texts. After reviewing over 2,000 verses, 52 initial sub-themes were identified, which were subsequently reduced to 35 secondary sub-themes and ultimately to five main themes. The findings revealed that the conceptual structure of sexual self-expression in Islamic texts comprises five main components: preparation, adornment, display, readiness, and presentation. The overall results indicate that sexual self-expression of spouses in Islam emphasizes the interactive and aesthetic aspects of couples' behavior. These findings can provide a foundation for developing strategies to strengthen marital relationships based on Islamic teachings.

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Islam and Psychological Research
Volume 11, Issue 23 - Serial Number 23
December 2025
Pages 153-174

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  • Receive Date: 15 April 2024
  • Revise Date: 23 January 2025
  • Accept Date: 05 March 2025

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