Principles Regarding the Use of Haram (Forbidden) Sources in Food Processing: A Critical Islamic Analysis

Hasan

2023

IJHTC

Modern food ingredients nowadays vary and more complex compared with previous decade so they come in different forms and content. They were produced with advanced technology that involved modification and changing in chemical, biological, and physical properties of food which aligned with the Istihalah concept. However, the issue becomes debatable among Muslim consumers when these beneficial food ingredients; protease enzymes and gelatin are made from non-halal sources which are blood and pork (khinzir). However, when referring to Istihalah, two different thoughts from Islamic jurists (ulama), Islamic scholars, and sects (Mazhab) were discovered. This contention might be escalated and become a misunderstanding among Muslims if there is no clarification made with the incorporation of Islamic guidance together with the science and technology explanation. Therefore, this paper will highlight the Istihalah principles in fiqh and Islamic Jurisprudence (Usul al-fiqh), a different point of view regarding Istihalah from Islamic jurists (ulama), sects (Mazhab), and Islamic Scholars, and the applications of Istihalah towards controversial food ingredients with support from latest science and technology studies. The expectation for this paper is to give a better understanding of Istihalah in Islamic perspectives proved by scientific foundation.

Section: 'They Ask You [O Muhammad] What Has Been Made Lawful For The...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Istihalah Contention in Halal Food Ingredients

Hasan

2023

IJHTC

“…Parameters of something prevent it from mixing with others (al-Būṭī, 1973, p. 117). Parameters provide a set of clear guidelines for Islamic rules and regulations to avoid any forms of confusion on the tenets of Islamic jurisprudence among Muslims (Izhar Ariff Mohd Kashim et al , 2015, p. 118; al-Būṭī, 1973, p. 18).…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

The actualization of maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in Islamic finance: a conceptual framework

Monawer

Rahman

Al-‎Nahari

et al. 2021

IMEFM

Purpose This paper aims to formulate a conceptual framework that will facilitate the actualization of maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in product design and consumption within Islamic financial institutions (IFIs). Design/methodology/approach This paper relies on the classical and contemporary literature on maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah and Islamic finance and adopts a qualitative content analysis method and an inductive approach to outline the constituent elements that formulate the framework. Findings This study determines six vital constituents of maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah, namely, parameters of maqāṣid, particular objectives, appropriate means, micro provisions, level of need and legal maxims to develop a conceptual framework of actualizing maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in Islamic finance. The framework covers the following three stages: identification of maqāṣid, operationalization of maqāṣid in product design and consumption based on maqāṣid. Research limitations/implications This paper proposes a conceptual framework without investigating the practice of any particular industry or products. Further research would focus on formulating a practical framework based on a focus group discussion with industry experts, elaborating the parameters of maqāṣid, scrutinizing the maqāṣid available in the literature by the parameters of maqāṣid and assessing the IFIs’ products and services using the proposed framework. Practical implications This paper provides insights into the importance of maqāṣid elements and the effects of overlooking them on IFIs and customers’ product consumption. Furthermore, a major implication of the proposed framework is to learn how to use the maqāṣid approach as the baseline for designing new financial products. Originality/value The novelty of this paper lies in its pioneering attempt of harmonizing all essential maqāṣid elements and using them as constituents to formulate a comprehensive framework that actualizes maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in the Islamic finance industry.

“…The restriction applies to the consumption and use of haram animals and their derivatives for any purpose, including foods and pharmaceutical products. In principle, the prohibition of ingesting pork is to take care of cleanliness and purity (taharah) for the sake of our health as well as for the environment since cleanliness is an essential component in Islam (Mohd Kashim et al, 2015). Consuming only halal and toyyib foods and pharmaceutical products can keep us away from getting diseases, and more importantly, it is an act of obedience and worship to Allah SWT (Wan Chik and Ali, 2015).…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Porcine And Bovine-Derived Ingredients: Islamic Rules in Halal Pharmaceutical Products

Mahamad Maifiah,

Wan Ismail

2023

j. ftw. mgt. res.

For Muslims, ingesting or utilising any products derived from porcine is forbidden as it is considered unclean. Besides, although bovine is halal to be consumed, this ruling is only applicable if it is slaughtered strictly according to Islamic law (Shari’ah). In view of Islam’s imposing certain restrictions on the consumption of porcine- and bovine-based products, for Muslims who are seeking medication, this could limit their therapeutic options as many pharmaceutical products are sourced from both animals. This will eventually make it difficult for them to get treatment and will endanger their lives. Hence, it is crucial for every Muslim to have knowledge and understanding about the views of Islamic jurists (Fuqaha’) regarding the Islamic rules on pharmaceutical products containing porcine- and bovine-derived ingredients. In this article, a clear narration regarding porcine and bovine-derived pharmaceutical products, accompanied by a review of Islamic rules based on Islamic jurists, is presented.