An-Nur International Journal of the Quran & Hadith
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): AIJQH - May

Sacred Sustenance: A Maudhu’i Inquiry into the Integrated Quranic Paradigm of Consumption

Rozaq, Muhammad Fathur (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 May 2026

Abstract

This study explores the pedagogical architecture of food in the Qur’an through a thematic exegesis (tafsir maudhu‘i) of 55 selected verses. It argues that the Quranic discourse on food transcends simple dietary regulations, forming a systematic ‘alimentary circuit’ designed for moral and spiritual integrity. The research identifies four interconnected dimensions: the Ontological (food as a divine sign), the Normative (legal boundaries of halal-haram), the Axiological (ethics of restraint and social justice), and the Eschatological (consumption as a bridge to the afterlife). Central to this paradigm is the synthesis of Meccan and Medinan revelations. The Meccan phase establishes a theological buffer by anchoring consumption in Rububiyah (Divine Sovereignty), while the Medinan phase provides the legal framework. This study finds that modern consumption often suffers from a "pedagogical rupture," where formal halal labels are detached from their spiritual and ethical roots. By reintegrating these dimensions, the study reconstructs a holistic paradigm of "Sacred Sustenance," where consumption serves as a core vehicle for theological awareness and social equity. Ultimately, the synthesis of Meccan soul-formation and Medinan body-regulation offers a comprehensive framework to address spiritual regression in contemporary food practices.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

aijqh

Publisher

Subject

Religion Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

An-Nur International Journal of the Quran & Hadith (E-ISSN: 3030-9352) is primarily dedicated to disseminating original research papers on studying the Quran and Hadith. Twice a year by Yayasan Pesantren Mahasiswa An-Nur since 2023, it focuses on publishing original research articles (literature or ...