Poverty and its Factors from a Sharia Perspective in a Society

چکیده

This Article explores the comprehensive program offered by Islam, as envisioned by the Allah of the universe, which addresses various aspects of human life, including poverty and deprivation. Islam provides specific solutions, laws, and methods to tackle these issues, highlighting the critical importance of economic matters. Poverty, a significant threat to societies, is addressed by Islam through guidance and directives aimed at eradicating it from its roots, rather than offering superficial remedies. Islam's unique approach seeks to liberate humanity from misery, anxiety, and suffering, promoting fairness and social balance. The dissertation emphasizes that Islam rejects the pursuit of individual interests at the expense of others and consistently focuses on eradicating poverty, considering it a perennial social ill. Islam advocates for solidarity, brotherhood, and support to ensure a decent life for all, where basic needs are met, and responsibilities are fulfilled. The main causes of poverty in many Islamic countries are identified as a lack of understanding and implementation of Islamic principles, particularly in economic and financial matters. The responsibility for this negligence is attributed to Islamic governments that misuse national wealth and ignore public interests, deviating from Islamic legal frameworks.
Furthermore, the Article argues that the root causes of poverty and hunger are not due to food production shortages or population growth, but the political-economic systems that monopolize resources. Many Muslim nations have suffered due to their governments' alignment with non-Islamic systems, leading to economic and social turmoil. The study concludes that the solution to poverty lies in the comprehensive teachings of Islam, which recognizes poverty as a fundamental human problem and strives to eliminate it from its very foundation.