At the Intersection of Faith and Ecology
November 30, 2023 | Canada
Ahead of this week’s UN climate change conference (COP28), there’s a growing urgency for more awareness — and more action. An often overlooked source of inspiration for sustainable living is found in the teachings of Islam, where a profound connection between faith and environmental stewardship has been emphasised for centuries.
Muslims hold an interesting perspective on the relationship between humanity and the environment. Rooted in the Qur’an and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his progeny), the ethic of a sustainable environment seeks to balance human needs with preservation of the natural world.
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