The Islamic Perspectives on Flood Mitigation: Lessons from the Quran and Hadith

Authors

  • Areeb ul Haq U.S.-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Water, Mehran UET, Jamshoro Author
  • Mohsin Raza University of Sindh, Jamshoro Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3562/yb2ntq41

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Floods, being a natural phenomenon, have both destructive and life-giving aspects. They can replenish water sources, provide fertile soil, and renew life in ecosystems. However, when unmanaged or uncontrolled, floods can cause devastation, loss of life, and property damage. In Islam, the Quran and Hadith offer not only spiritual guidance but also practical wisdom on how humanity should interact with natural forces like floods. Understanding flood mitigation from an Islamic perspective emphasizes the importance of human responsibility, proactive management, and reliance on God's guidance, Islamic Perspectives on Flood Mitigation: Lessons from the Quran and Hadith

Abstract

Floods, being a natural phenomenon, have both destructive and life-giving aspects. They can replenish water sources, provide fertile soil, and renew life in ecosystems. However, when unmanaged or uncontrolled, floods can cause devastation, loss of life, and property damage. In Islam, the Quran and Hadith offer not only spiritual guidance but also practical wisdom on how humanity should interact with natural forces like floods. Understanding flood mitigation from an Islamic perspective emphasizes the importance of human responsibility, proactive management, and reliance on God's guidance.

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Published

2024-09-08

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Vol. 1 No. 001 (2024): Innovative Approaches to Peacebuilding and Sustainable Development

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The Islamic Perspectives on Flood Mitigation: Lessons from the Quran and Hadith. (2024). International Peace and SDGs Perspectives, 1(001), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.3562/yb2ntq41