"SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN ISLAM: LEVERAGING MAQASID AL-SHARIAH AND MODERATION IN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT"

Abstract

The teachings of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ provide an essential set of principles and guidelines that serve as a guidepost for future generations. These principles are founded on the values of justice, equality, sustainable management, and efficient use of natural resources and aim to promote fair distribution of the universe's limited resources among all existing and future human beings. Within the context of Islamic Law, the social benefits and interests that result from adherence to these principles are referred to as "Maqasid al-Shariah," or the Objectives of Islamic Law. These objectives emphasize the importance of considering the broader societal benefits when making individual decisions.

Following the Industrial Revolution, pursuing material development and luxury became a central focus of human life, negatively impacting both human well-being and the environment. This unsustainable behavior has disrupted the balance of the natural world and is at odds with the ideals of a harmonious society. In response, the United Nations has established sustainable development goals to help bring the planet back into balance. However, these goals can only be achieved by considering the broader societal benefits and interests emphasized by the objectives of Shariah.