From Islamisation to Sustainability: Integrating Islamic Ethics into Scientific Approaches to Sustainable Development
Keywords:
Islamic Ethics, Sustainable Development, Justice and Equity, Integrity and Trustworthiness, Moderation and Excellence, cooperation, stewardshipAbstract
Abstract
In an era of unprecedented scientific and technological progress, development is too often measured by material advancement alone. Yet such approaches fall short in tackling the moral, social, and environmental crises that define our time. This research argues that integrating Islamic ethics into scientific models can generate a more holistic and sustainable vision of development. Islamisation, through relevantisation, integration, and harmonisation, offers a framework that balances scientific achievement with spiritual and moral imperatives. The study underscores the relevance of Qur’anic and Prophetic values, including justice (‘adl), equity (qist), integrity (amanah), moderation (wasatiyyah), excellence (ihsan), cooperation (ta‘āwun), reform (iṣlāḥ), and stewardship (khilafah), in examining governance, economic systems, and environmental responsibility issues. Employing content analysis of Qur’anic exegesis, Hadith, and contemporary Islamic scholarship, the research extracts principles that directly address the shortcomings of secular paradigms by embedding accountability, fairness, inclusivity, and ecological balance in development processes. Findings demonstrate that the integration of Qur’anic ethics with scientific approaches produces a comprehensive, morally grounded model that upholds human dignity, ensures justice, and promotes long-term social and environmental stability. Policymakers, practitioners, and educators are urged to embed Islamic ethical values into governance, economics, and environmental strategies for truly sustainable progress.
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