Philosophical Analysis of the Prohibition of Interfaith Marriage from the Perspective of Al- Syatibi's Maqashid Sharia

Analisis Filosofis Terhadap Larangan Perkawinan Antaragama dari Perspektif Maqashid Syariah Menurut Al-Syatibi

Abstract

This study examines the prohibition of interfaith marriage, which often sparks legal controversies in Indonesia. The research aims to analyse the philosophical aspects of the prohibition of interfaith marriage from the perspective of Maqashid Shari'ah al-Syatibi. The focus is on elucidating the philosophical aspects of the prohibition as part of Hifzu al-Din (preservation of religion), Nasl (progeny), and Nafs (self/psyche). This study employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach. Data collection was conducted through the exploration of library sources (library research). Data analysis techniques used a descriptive model, starting from data collection, verification, analysis, and drawing conclusions based on the core issues examined within the theoretical framework applied. The findings indicate that the prohibition of interfaith marriage from the perspective o f Maqashid Shari'ah al- Syatibi encompasses three essential elements: First, Hifzu al-Din (Preservation o f Religion): Interfaith marriage may undermine an individual's faith and damage the integrity of religious teachings. Second, Hifzu al- Nasl (Preservation of Progeny): Interfaith marriage can lead to ambiguity in a child's legal status and inheritance rights. Third, Hifzu al-Nafs (Preservation of Self/Psychological Well-being): Interfaith marriage may negatively affect a child's mental and psychological development in social interactions.