Theme Note
Festival Overview
The theme of this year’s Consoulium, invites students to explore the essence of true
happiness and fulfillment from an Islamic perspective. Amid a world where superficial
pleasures are often mistaken for happiness, this theme brings forth the spiritual joy rooted
in faith, relationships, and purposeful living.
For a believer, eternal happiness lies in being close to Allah. This festival emphasizes how
the greatest joy is reserved for those who are steadfast in their devotion. Across time,
humans have pursued pleasure in various forms, yet often this pursuit leaves a void,
especially when it focuses solely on temporary delights. Consoulium'24 highlights how the
thrill of short-lived pleasures often leads to lasting tensions and unrest.
In a world where the search for happiness is ever-intensifying, Consoulium'24 explores the
reasons why our generation is drawn to fleeting pleasures in gaming, social media, and
virtual realities, and examines how these pursuits often leave us feeling more disconnected.
The festival sheds light on the essence of happiness found in worship, meaningful
relationships, and compassionate connections. It reminds students that happiness is not
found in harming or isolating others, but rather in lifting each other up, holding each
other together, and fulfilling the teachings of Islam. The festival seeks to offer
perspectives on the tragic outcomes, such as suicide, that can arise when people chase the
illusion of happiness as defined by modern materialism. By grounding happiness in spiritual
and moral values, Consoulium offers a holistic view that celebrates life’s deeper, enduring
joys.
