The Integration of Science and the Measure of Truth in the Perspective of Contemporary Islamic Law
Keywords:
Islamic epistemology, Islamic law, science, maqashid al-shariah, integration of knowledgeAbstract
This study aims to analyze the relationship between science (al-‘ilm) and the concept of truth standards (ma’ayir al-sihhah) from the perspective of Islamic law (sharia). The research method used is a normative-philosophical qualitative approach with a focus on analyzing the concept of truth in Islamic law and its relationship with science. The data is analyzed descriptively, analytically, and comparatively to understand the hierarchy of absolute and relative truth. In addition, a contextual approach through maqashid al-syariah is used to assess its relevance to contemporary issues. This study examines how Islamic epistemology, which is based on revelation (Naql) and reason (Aql), forms a framework for assessing the truth of scientific findings. The results show that in Islam, the measure of truth is integrative and hierarchical. Absolute truth (haqiqah) is sourced from qath'i revelatory texts, while relative-empirical truth from science is measured through coherence with the principle of tawhid, does not contradict qath'i texts, and provides maslahah (benefit). Contemporary challenges such as bioethics, reproductive technology, and artificial intelligence require a reinterpretation of ijtihad while adhering to maqashid al-syariah. This study concludes that the integration of science and Islamic law is not an attempt to forcibly Islamize science, but rather to provide an ethical-legal framework that guides the development of science for human welfare in harmony with the purpose of creation.
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