Soil Conservation from Scientific and Islamic Perspective

Pemuliharaan Tanah dari Perspektif Saintifik dan Islam

Authors

  • Madiha Baharuddin University of Malaya
  • Ahmad Farid Abu Bakar University of Malaya
  • Nabeel Husni Ahmad Nazif University of Malaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53840/ejpi.v12i1.210

Keywords:

Soil conservation, Islamic perspective, Scientific perspective, soil erosion, degradation

Abstract

The problem of soil erosion and degradation has become a serious global issue that can threaten the environment, economic, and humans, signaling that soil conservation is a need. In this study, the approaches for soil conservation are examined from both an Islamic and a scientific angle. It looks at Islamic fiqh's guiding principles and teachings that place an emphasis on sustainable practises and good stewardship of soil resources. To find evidence-based strategies that support Islamic principles, scientific knowledge, and expertise in soil science and land management are also reviewed. In order to improve soil health and fertility, the study emphasises the significance of combining stewardship, over exploitation, and environmental harm avoidance into land management and agricultural practises. Combining Islamic and scientific viewpoints offers a comprehensive strategy for soil preservation that takes into account both ethical and ecological issues. Hence, this study is conducted by qualitative literature review methods in collecting data and information, while data analysis methods used are qualitative content analysis and comparative analysis method.

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Soil Conservation from Scientific and Islamic Perspective: Pemuliharaan Tanah dari Perspektif Saintifik dan Islam. (2025). E-Jurnal Penyelidikan Dan Inovasi, 12(1), 104-119. https://doi.org/10.53840/ejpi.v12i1.210

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