The Quran as a Source of Ethical and Moral Guidance in Contemporary Society

Al-Quran Sebagai Sumber Panduan Etika dan Moral dalam Masyarakat Kontemporari

Authors

  • Haruna Babatunde Jaiyeoba International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), MALAYSIA https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8264-9863
  • Thameem Ushama International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), MALAYSIA
  • Yusuff Jelili Amuda College of Law, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53840/alirsyad.v9i2.485

Keywords:

Contemporary Society, Justice, Compassion and Mercy, Honesty and Truthfulness, Stewardship, Humility and Modesty, Generosity and Charity

Abstract

Contemporary societies are confronted with a multifaceted range of ethical and moral problems, many of which arise from a confluence of powerful societal forces, including terrorism, globalisation, materialism, consumerism, and rapid changes in technology and social structures. The Quran's moral teachings remain crucial in addressing these issues and providing relevant solutions for modern dilemmas. As such, this study explores the Quran as an important source of ethical and moral guidance for humanity in contemporary society. Content analysis was employed to identify key Quranic verses that have potential implications for ethical and moral conduct in modern society. Keywords such as “justice,” “compassion and mercy,” “honesty and truthfulness,” “stewardship,” “humility and modesty,” and “generosity and charity” were used to locate relevant verses. A detailed examination of the Quranic verses and analysis of the findings reveal that the Quran indeed emphasizes the importance of several timeless principles, including justice, compassion, honesty, stewardship, humility, and generosity. The findings also demonstrate that the Quran offers a comprehensive framework for ethical conduct relevant to addressing issues such as injustice, dishonesty, environmental degradation, and social inequality in contemporary society. Therefore, this research recommends the incorporation of the Quran’s ethical teachings into educational curricula, especially in Muslim-majority societies, to foster a generation grounded in the practical application of Islamic values in modern life.

Contribution: This study highlights the Quran's ethical teachings as vital for addressing modern challenges, recommending their integration into educational curricula to nurture individuals grounded in practical applications of Islamic values in modern life.

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Author Biographies

Haruna Babatunde Jaiyeoba, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), MALAYSIA

An Assistant Professor at the International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). He has a multidisciplinary background with research interests in the halal industry, business management, halal entrepreneurship, sustainability, and related fields. He has been involved in prominent consultancy projects and has conducted several research-related training sessions. An active researcher, he welcomes collaboration in his areas of expertise.

Thameem Ushama, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), MALAYSIA

A Professor at the Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion, International Islamic University Malaysia. He has authored several books, including Hasan al-Banna: Vision and Mission and Methodology of the Quranic Exegesis. His book Methodology of the Qur’anic Exegesis has been translated into Malay and published in Indonesia. In addition to his authorship, he has edited two books. Professor Ushama has published extensively in journals indexed in SCOPUS, Web of Science, and other reputable databases. He has presented papers at conferences, supervised numerous master’s and doctoral theses, served as an external examiner, and held various academic administrative roles.

Yusuff Jelili Amuda, College of Law, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA

Associate Professor at the College of Law, Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia. He has published numerous articles in reputable ISI and Scopus-indexed journals and authored two books.

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The Quran as a Source of Ethical and Moral Guidance in Contemporary Society

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2024-12-24

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Jaiyeoba, H. B., Ushama, T., & Amuda, Y. J. (2024). The Quran as a Source of Ethical and Moral Guidance in Contemporary Society: Al-Quran Sebagai Sumber Panduan Etika dan Moral dalam Masyarakat Kontemporari. Al-Irsyad: Journal of Islamic and Contemporary Issues, 9(2), 1331–1345. https://doi.org/10.53840/alirsyad.v9i2.485

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Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): al-Irsyad: Journal of Islamic and Contemporary Issues

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