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Peaceful Coexistence Through the Concepts of Brahmavihārās of Buddhism and Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿa of Islam: A Content Analysis Ashath, Mohamed
Analisa: Journal of Social Science and Religion Vol 6, No 1 (2021): Analisa: Journal of Social Science and Religion
Publisher : Balai Penelitian dan Pengembangan Agama Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18784/analisa.v6i01.1298

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To understand every religion, it is vital to study the main sources, the specific religious scriptures of a particular religion. In order to draw a conclusion about the core message of religion, it is not scientific to observe only the practices of the adherents of a certain religion. Although Buddhism and Islam have been considered as religions of peace, the meeting of Buddhists and Muslims is most often imagined as one of violent confrontation in the modern world. There should be an understanding between Buddhism and Islam to ensure peaceful coexistence among the adherents. Based on the arguments,this study aims to analyze peaceful coexistence through two different concepts, Brahmavihārās from Buddhism and Maqāṣidh al-Sharīʿa from Islam. Primarily it seeks to analyze these two concepts within their respective religions for a better comparison. It uses a library-based qualitative method. For this purpose, the research adopts the content analysis method, which focuses on the materials from journals, books, written reports, and other materials. The study highlights that even though Buddhism and Islam have different doctrinal foundations, the basic teachings promote peaceful coexistence from different points of view. This research concludes that both religions share similar concepts of peaceful coexistence which denote and declare human dignity as a right that should be paid attention. Both religions prioritize love and justice as the main standard in discussing peaceful coexistence. Hopefully, this conceptual study will be able to show that these two ideas are very significant and valuable when dealing with religious conflicts, to make a better inter-religious understanding among Buddhists and Muslims and to succeed in a process of reconciliation and for peaceful coexistence among diverse religious people.
Ethical Leadership in Comparative Perspective Ashath, Mohamed; Insaf, Mohammed; Aroos, Ashker
Kontemplasi: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Ushuluddin Vol 12 No 02 (2024): Jurnal Kontemplasi
Publisher : UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21274/kontem.2024.12.02.465-500

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This article delves into the shared ethical paradigms between Buddhism and Islam, as epitomized by the governance models of King Aśoka and ʿUmar ibn ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz. Both leaders are widely celebrated for their profound commitment to justice, compassion, and inclusivity, which formed the cornerstone of their approaches to nation-building. King Aśoka, guided by the principles of Dhamma, prioritized non-violence, religious tolerance, and public welfare, transforming his empire into a beacon of ethical governance. Similarly, ʿUmar ibn ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz often hailed as the "Fifth Rightly Guided Caliph," implemented policies grounded in Islamic principles of equity, accountability, and social justice, fostering trust and harmony among diverse communities under his rule. By examining these historical examples, this study identifies key lessons for contemporary Sri Lanka, a nation striving to reconcile its rich religious and cultural diversity with the challenges of inter-communal harmony. This research applies library-based qualitative methodology, in which the researchers use data that includes textual analysis of written materials such as books, journal articles, and internet sources. The findings underscore the enduring relevance of ethical governance rooted in shared values to address socio-economic disparities, promote unity, and achieve sustainable development. This comparative analysis not only highlights the universal applicability of their principles but also offers a blueprint for fostering peace and equity in pluralistic societies like Sri Lanka.
A Study on Models and Foundations for Nation-Building: An Analysis from the Lense of Prophetic Sirah Aroos, Ashker; Ashath, Mohamed
Educompassion: Jurnal Integrasi Pendidikan Islam dan Global Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Februari
Publisher : Yayasan Cendekia Gagayunan Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63142/educompassion.v1i3.103

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Nation-building is a concept that is widely discussed in the modern world. Today, various disciplines are studying its guidelines. Although guidelines for this can be found in the sources of Islam such as the Quran and Sunnah, this is an attempt to find its practical form in the Sirah of the Prophet (P.B.U.H). He was a messenger of God and as well a great nation-builder and the society he created is still admired by scholars today. In the secular environment where religion and state are constructed as two poles, the examples of the Prophet (P.B.U.H) are important. Against this background, this study explains through practical events that the Prophet (P.B.U.H) protected the nation's values in Mecca, Abyssinia, and Medina and guided the Muslims. For this purpose, primary sources and research articles on the Sirah have been considered and a discussion has been built. As a result, this study emphasizes that Muslims, whether they live in the minority or the majority, in the country where they were born and raised or in the country where they gained fame, should contribute to the country they live in and establishes that it is included in the tasks of 'Imarah' and 'Khilafah' that man must fulfill in the world from the Quranic worldview.