Implementation of Maqashid Syariah in Environmental Conservation

Abstract

This study discusses the implementation of Maqashid Syariah in environmental conservation. Environmental conservation is an important effort in maintaining the sustainability of ecosystems and the quality of life of living things on earth. The Maqashid Syariah-based approach offers an ethical and holistic perspective in natural resource management, as the principles of syariah emphasize the protection of five main objectives, namely religion, life, intellect, lineage, and property. This study aims to understand the meaning of maqashid syariah, environmental preservation, and the application of syariah objectives in environmental preservation. The results of the study show that the application of the Maqashid Syariah principle in the context of environmental conservation not only increases ecological awareness and strengthens social responsibility among individuals and communities but also forms a comprehensive ethical framework that can be adopted and applied in the formulation of environmental policies, educational programs, and daily conservation practices. Thus, this approach serves as an effective strategy in harmonizing Sharia principles with the real needs of environmental conservation, thereby ensuring that the management and utilization of natural resources are sustainable, while maintaining the quality of human life, ecosystem balance, and the sustainability of environmental benefits for present and future generations.