Humanising economy: spirituality and sustainability for circular economy

• Main Authors: Abdul Razak, Dzuljastri, Azam, Md Siddique E
• Format: Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: ISTAC-IIUM 2023
• Subjects: H Social Sciences (General); HB75 History of economics. History of economic theory
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/110116/1/110116_Humanising%20Economy-%20Spirituality%20and%20Sustainability.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/110116/; https://institute.iium.edu.my/istac/

This chapter discusses the concept of spirituality, spirituality in Islam and how it is significantly related to sustainability. A spiritually developed Muslim follows the do(s) and don’t(s) prescribed in Islam. Such practices of following halal and avoiding haram are referred to as adopting a halal lifestyle. Examples stated in the chapter show that the halal lifestyle develops a Muslim spiritually and significantly contributes toward sustainability. Additionally, the five objectives of Shariah are directly related to sustainability and sustainable development. In a nutshell, spirituality in Islam ensures sustainability in economic, social and environmental aspects of life while preserving the faith in religion.