Keterjaminan Makanan dan Kenaikan Harga Barang: Meneroka Pentafsiran Wahbah al-Zuḥaylī (1932-2015) dalam al-Tafsīr al-Munīr
Food Security and Rising Prices: Exploring the Interpretation of Wahbah al-Zuḥaylī (1932–2015) in al-Tafsīr al-Munīr
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https://doi.org/10.53840/alirsyad.v10i2.546Keywords:
Food Security, Price Inflation, Wahbah al-Zuḥaylī, al-Tafsīr al-Munīr, Social JusticeAbstract
Food security and rising commodity prices have recently emerged as prominent global issues, with notable implications on Malaysia. These issues not only threaten economic stability but also widen social disparities and compromise public welfare. This study examined Wahbah al-Zuḥaylī’s interpretation of the Islamic perspectives on food security and price regulation in al-Tafsīr al-Munīr. Employing a qualitative methodology, a content analysis was conducted on Quranic verses related to economic issues as interpreted by al-Zuḥaylī, focusing on his principles of social justice, the prohibition of hoarding (al-iḥtikār), and state responsibility in securing citizens’ basic needs. The findings indicated that Islamic principles emphasize equitable resource management, the prevention of market exploitation, and the protection of fundamental human rights, including access to reasonably priced food. Al-Zuḥaylī’s insights provide a robust foundation for addressing contemporary issues of food security and price inflation, particularly in the Malaysian context. This comprehensive approach offers a valuable framework for the development of fair and sustainable economic policies. The implications of this study underscore the need to integrate Islamic principles with technological innovation and public policy for safeguarding food security and stable market prices. Furthermore, this study contributes to the academic discourse on Quranic exegesis and Islamic economics, while providing practical recommendations for policymakers addressing this critical issue.
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