Exploring the Quranic Paradigms for the Advancement of Peace in Society: A Theoretical Analysis

Abstract

Since the advent of human civilization, peace has remained a fundamental need, yet millions of people have perished in violent and social conflicts. The advent of technology and capitalistic means, extremist minds, and intolerance emphasized the relevance and scope of peace research, particularly in post-colonial developing countries. The Holy Quran is referred to as the primary source of legislation, and no policy or practise may prevail against it. Islamic principles of peace are misunderstood even in Muslim societies due to a lack of knowledge and wrong interpretations. Today, violence, insecurity, and social conflicts have become core thematic research zones that arise from political, cultural, ethnic, racial, geographical, and religious conflicts. In contemporary times, most of the research has a western theoretical perspective and doesn't have a strong empirical base in the Islamic framework for peace and stability in society. This paper will explore the principles of peace from a Quranic perspective and highlight the framework of Islam to promote peace and tranquility in society. This study will provide Islamic texts on the promotion of peace and harmony. It will describe the shariah guidelines to reduce violence and social conflicts. The paper at hand will introduce new thematic zones for researchers and make some recommendations.

Keywords: Peace, Violence, Society, Islam, Quran