This article analyzes the theoretical interconnection between the categories of spiritual studies and ethics, their role in education and upbringing, their mutual influence, and the issues arising in the pedagogical context. The research methods applied include theoretical analysis, comparative-methodological approaches, and conceptual analysis. The results indicate that the categories of spirituality and ethics can be considered as complementary yet independent components; their synergistic harmony serves the formation of moral consciousness in the educational process. The discussion section reviews the application of spiritual and ethical studies in pedagogical practice and highlights promising directions. The conclusion presents conceptual integration approaches and practical recommendations.

Spiritual Studies; Ethics; Category; Pedagogy; Spiritual and Moral Education

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