Achmad Ridwan, Widya Cholid Wahyudin, Oman Fathurohman SW, Dandy Okorontah

Laws and Guidelines for Muamalah Through Social Media: Sharia Perspectives in the Digital Era

Introduction

Laws and guidelines for muamalah through social media: sharia perspectives in the digital era. Explore sharia laws and guidelines for digital muamalah on social media. Understand permissible practices, Islamic ethics (honesty, amanah), and the need for adaptive regulations in the digital era.

Abstract

Objective: This study is to systematically examine the laws and guidelines of mutual understanding through social media from the perspective of Islamic law, in response to the rapid development of economic and social interaction on digital platforms. Theoretical framework: this research is based on sharia principles taken from the Qur'an and Hadith, as well as Islamic ethical values such as honesty (shidq), Amanah, tabayyun, and clarity of the contract. Literature review: This research includes primary sources such as the Qur'an and Hadith, as well as secondary sources in the form of jurisprudence, scientific articles, MUI fatwas, and laws and regulations relevant to digital muamalah. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach with the library research method, through an in-depth analysis of literature related to Islamic law and interaction on social media. Results: This study shows that muamalah through social media is permissible in Islam as long as it does not contradict sharia principles such as the prohibition of riba, gharar, maysir, and tadlis. This research also emphasizes the importance of applying Islamic ethics in digital interactions. Implications: This study highlights the need to increase education about digital fiqh muamalah fiqh, collaboration between scholars, the government, and digital platforms, as well as the preparation of regulations that are adaptive to technological developments to minimize sharia violations on social media. Novelty: this research lies in the systematization of comprehensive sharia guidelines in muamalah on social media, which can be a practical reference for Muslims in interacting digitally responsibly and by religious teachings.

Review

This paper, titled 'Laws and Guidelines for Muamalah Through Social Media: Sharia Perspectives in the Digital Era,' addresses a critically relevant and timely subject in contemporary Islamic finance and ethics. In an era where digital platforms increasingly mediate economic and social interactions, the systematic examination of *muamalah* (Islamic transactional law) within the context of social media is imperative. The study’s objective to establish clear legal and ethical parameters for such interactions from an Islamic law perspective is commendable, responding directly to the practical needs of Muslims navigating the digital economy. The research demonstrates a robust theoretical foundation, drawing extensively from primary sources such as the Qur'an and Hadith, complemented by essential Islamic ethical values including *shidq* (honesty), *Amanah* (trustworthiness), *tabayyun* (verification), and contractual clarity. Its methodological approach, utilizing qualitative library research and in-depth literature analysis, appears appropriate for synthesizing diverse Islamic legal opinions and contemporary applications. The abstract's mention of key prohibitions (riba, gharar, maysir, tadlis) in validating digital *muamalah* provides a clear framework for permissibility. While the abstract sufficiently outlines the scope, further detail in the main text regarding the *specific types* of social media interactions analyzed (e.g., e-commerce, crowdfunding, content creation monetization) could enhance the practical applicability of the guidelines derived. The study’s implications are significant and far-reaching, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced education in digital *fiqh muamalah*, fostering collaboration among religious scholars, governmental bodies, and digital platform providers, and developing adaptive regulations. This forward-looking approach underscores the research's practical value beyond academic discourse. The claimed novelty, residing in the systematization of comprehensive sharia guidelines for social media *muamalah*, positions this work as a potentially indispensable practical reference. If successfully executed, this research will not only empower Muslims to engage in digital interactions responsibly and ethically but also contribute substantially to bridging the gap between traditional Islamic jurisprudence and the challenges of the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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