Exploring The Impact of Religiosity on Addressing Spiritual and Social Challenges Faced by Farmers in Agricultural Settlements of Tehsil Jaranwala, Faisalabad

Abstract

Religion is a universal social institution and serves as a powerful force that shapes human beliefs, practices and rituals. It provides guidance in community and a source of spirituality, playing a significant role in determining cultures, ethical values and social dynamics worldwide. The present research was conducted in rural agricultural settlements in Tehsil Jaranwala District Faisalabad with the aim of understanding how religious beliefs can help people deal with spiritual and social problems. The target area of the study was 8 villages from Tehsil Jaranwala which were selected randomly namely. A sample of 200 farmers was selected using convenient sampling technique out of the whole population and an interview schedule was used as tool of data collection. It was prepared in English language, later on it was translated into Urdu and Punjabi for the convenience of respondents. The study revealed that respondents seek help from spiritual and religious leaders especially Peer Sahib and Molvi Sahib from their nearest locality and settlement for their religious and spiritual matters as results showed that 64% farmers acknowledged that religion served as a comprehensive guide for living while 60% strongly agreed that religion offers solutions to both spiritual and social problems. Almost 96% farmers agreed that strong belief and religious participation contribute to a high-quality life, emphasizing the profound impact of religious practices on well-being.