Jurisprudential Foundations and Rulings on the Environment in Islamic Law

M The expansion of human societies and urban development has led to the emergence of phenomena such as environmental destruction and pollution. Due to the great importance of these phenomena in the course of human life in the present era, this article aims to carefully examine the stance of Islamic jurisprudence (Shari'ah) regarding the changes that have occurred in the environment, based on the sources of the Quran, tradition (Sunnah), and rational reasoning. Additionally, an effort has been made to explain all responsibilities arising from environmental damage and destruction by presenting various topics in the form of general jurisprudential issues and principles. This article reveals that the concept of the environment is well addressed in Islamic jurisprudence, with clear rulings and obligations established in related areas.