Blue Economy from Perspective of Al-Qur'an

Abstract

This research concludes that from the Al-Qur'an perspective, the
maritime concept with a blue economy perspective is an integral
approach, where the utilization of marine resources, which are
referred to as al-Bahr and al-yam in the Al-Qur'an, needs to integrate
several aspects interrelated maritime affairs. Reduction of one
maritime aspect can result in ineffectiveness in dealing with the
complexity of maritime problems as a whole.
The framework used in this research includes the following aspects:
First, Aqidah: Humans are seen as caliphs who are responsible for
the universe that Allah rules. Second, Sharia: Maritime natural
resource utilization activities must be in accordance with the
principles of Islamic law. Third, Morals: Improvement with adaptive
innovation for the efficiency of natural resources, fair distribution,
and consumption that does not damage or waste natural resources.
This research supports the views of several figures such as Robert
Maltus, Langdon Gilkey, Seyyed Hossein Nasr, Donella H. Meadow,
Arne Naess, Edith Brown Weiss, and Gunter Pauli, who emphasize
the need for wise management of natural resources for
sustainability. The research method used is a qualitative method
with the Tafsir Maudū'i (thematic) interpretation method.
This research differs from the views of several figures, such as Hugo
Grotius, Adam Smith, David Ricardo, Immanuel Kant, and Garret
Hardin, who have different views regarding natural resource
management. Thus, this research proposes a holistic approach based
on Islamic values in viewing and managing marine resources to
achieve economic and environmental sustainability.