tarbijahindu

Tarbijahindu is a neologism that appears in some intercultural and religious education discourses to describe a proposed synthesis of tarbiyah-based educational approaches with Hindu philosophical or cultural elements. It is not a widely standardized term and does not refer to a single, universally accepted curriculum. Instead, it serves as a conceptual label in discussions of pluralistic pedagogy.

Etymologically, the term blends tarbiyah, an Arabic word for upbringing, cultivation, or education, with Hindu, indicating a reference to Hindu traditions or practices. The combination signals an interest in dialog between Islamic-heritage schooling concepts and Hindu thought in multicultural or cross-border contexts.

In practice, tarbijahindu is used to explore how holistic education, moral formation, and community values might be pursued within diverse classrooms. Proponents emphasize mutual respect, non-discrimination, and cross-cultural learning, while acknowledging that any synthesis must avoid essentializing or misrepresenting religious traditions.

Critics warn that the term risks overgeneralization or appropriation, and that real-world implementation depends on local legal, social, and institutional conditions. Some scholars treat tarbijahindu as a provisional framework for dialogue rather than a fixed educational model.

Related topics include tarbiyah, Hindu education, intercultural education, pluralism in schooling, and curriculum studies.