Moderate Principles Of Understanding Ahlussunnah Waljama'ah In Islamic Economy

Abstract

As a perfect religion, Islam has distinctive characteristics that set it apart from other religions, including its features of moderation (tawasuth), justice (ta'adul), and balance (tawazun). Wasathiyyah is a religious concept that seeks to find a middle ground between two different attitudes. In economics, the attitude of wasathiyyah needs to be developed to address the complexity of societal economic issues. Islam pays great attention to the welfare of the community. However, when it comes to resolving economic disparities, Islam takes a different approach compared to other religions Therefore, this article will discuss the principle of economic moderation in Islamic perspective, known as ( ية وسطية) "Wasathiyyah Al-Iqtisadiyah), which is in accordance with the moderate understanding of Ahlussunnah wal Jama'ah. The purpose is to provide an overview of the moderate concept of Islamic economics based on the beliefs of Ahlussunnah wal Jama'ah. This article also aims to explain how the principles of moderation can create economic prosperity for the community and promote economic righteousness among the people.. In this article, the researcher adopts a library research approach, utilizing literature studies to delve into the concepts of "wasathiyyah" and Islamic economics. Primary data will be obtained through the study of classical Islamic texts (kitab kuning) related to "wasathiyyah" and Islamic economics. The concept of "wasathiyyah" as a characteristic of the religion is ingrained in every aspect of life, including the economic sphere. In Islamic economics, there are several characteristics of "wasathiyyah" aimed at shaping the mindset of individuals to view economic activities as a means of attaining happiness in both this world and the Hereafter. These characteristics are as follows: Islamic economics is moderate in balancing worldly and spiritual affairs, moderate in balancing worship and transactions, moderate in balancing the divine and human dimensions, and always moderate in meeting the basic needs of life.