Azman Yusof, Azhar Jaafar, Rahimin Affandi Abd Rahim, Amran Muhammad

Integration of Fiqh al-Biʿah into Fiqh al-Watan: An Analysis of Maqasid, Cosmology, and Tadbir Urus al-‘Alam in the State of Pahang

Introduction

Integration of fiqh al-biʿah into fiqh al-watan: an analysis of maqasid, cosmology, and tadbir urus al-‘alam in the state of pahang. Explore Fiqh al-Biʿah Watan's role in Islamic environmental governance in Pahang. Analyzing maqasid and local jurisprudence, this study unveils a holistic sustainability framework.

Abstract

This article discusses the theory and application of Fiqh al-Bīʿah Watan (Local Islamic Environmental Jurisprudence) as a framework for Islamic environmental governance in the State of Pahang. The approach emphasizes that environmental stewardship is not merely a human duty but an act of worship grounded in tawḥīd, maqāṣid, and adab. Using historical and content analysis, the study examines key policy documents and academic sources such as Garis Panduan Syariah Alam Sekitar (JAKIM, 2023) and Ceramah Aspirasi Pahang 1st (2025). Findings reveal that Fiqh al-Bīʿah Watan functions as a local Islamic epistemology integrating Malaysia customs, science, and Shariah principles within a holistic maqāṣid-based sustainability framework. Pahang thus emerges as a model of Islamic ecological governance aligning development with raḥmah, mīzān, and barakah.

Review

This paper promises a timely and significant contribution to the burgeoning field of Islamic environmental ethics and governance. Titled "Integration of Fiqh al-Biʿah into Fiqh al-Watan: An Analysis of Maqasid, Cosmology, and Tadbir Urus al-‘Alam in the State of Pahang," the study introduces and elaborates on Fiqh al-Bīʿah Watan (Local Islamic Environmental Jurisprudence) as a crucial theoretical and applied framework. Its central premise, that environmental stewardship is not merely a human duty but an act of worship rooted in core Islamic principles like *tawḥīd*, *maqāṣid*, and *adab*, immediately positions it as a valuable intervention in contemporary discussions on sustainable development from an Islamic perspective, particularly through its focus on the unique context of Pahang. The abstract outlines a robust methodological approach, utilizing historical and content analysis of key policy documents such as *Garis Panduan Syariah Alam Sekitar* (JAKIM, 2023) and future-oriented sources like *Ceramah Aspirasi Pahang 1st* (2025). This blend of historical analysis with forward-looking policy engagement suggests a comprehensive investigation into how Fiqh al-Bīʿah Watan functions as a local Islamic epistemology. A significant strength highlighted is its capacity to integrate Malaysian customs, scientific understanding, and Shariah principles within a holistic, *maqāṣid*-based sustainability framework. This interdisciplinary integration is particularly compelling, demonstrating how traditional Islamic jurisprudence can dynamically adapt and respond to contemporary environmental challenges through localized application. The study's findings, which position Pahang as an emergent model of Islamic ecological governance, are particularly noteworthy. By aligning developmental trajectories with principles of *raḥmah* (mercy), *mīzān* (balance), and *barakah* (blessing), the research offers a practical exemplar for other regions seeking to integrate spiritual and ethical dimensions into their environmental policies. This work holds significant promise for scholars and policymakers alike, providing a theoretically rich and empirically grounded understanding of how Islamic environmental jurisprudence can be effectively operationalized at the local level. It suggests that the full paper will offer invaluable insights into operationalizing an Islamic worldview for comprehensive environmental stewardship, contributing meaningfully to both Islamic studies and environmental governance discourse.

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