The Economic Dimensions in the Message of the Prophets (PBUH): An Integrated Analytical Study of Da'wah and Wealth

Authors

Dr. Mohammad Ishaque Husain

Senior Lecturer, Fakulti Pengajian Kontemporari Islam (FKI) Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) (Malaysia)

Dr. Hussain Ali Abdullah Al-Thalaya

Senior Lecturer, Fakulti Pengajian Kontemporari Islam (FKI) Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) (Malaysia)

Muhammad Kamrul Islam Bhuiyan

PhD Researcher, Fakulti Pengajian Kontemporari Islam (FKI) Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) (Malaysia)

Article Information

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91100296

Subject Category: Islamic Studies

Volume/Issue: 9/11 | Page No: 3797-3816

Publication Timeline

Submitted: 2025-11-27

Accepted: 2025-12-03

Published: 2025-12-08

Abstract

This study delves into the economic dimensions inherent in the Prophets' (PBUH) messages, employing an integrative analysis that highlights the profound interplay between spiritual values (Da'wah) and wealth management within the divine revelations. Crucially, the research addresses a significant gap in the literature. Most prior studies have focused on fragmented topics—such as Zakat, market dynamics, or economic ethics—failing to offer a comprehensive framework that unites the evangelical and economic aspects into a single, cohesive analysis.
Therefore, the core objective is to construct a model that elucidates the economic foundations underpinning the prophetic discourse and explores how these prophetic experiences can be leveraged to address contemporary economic challenges. The research utilizes an analytical-comparative methodology, relying on the analysis of selected texts from the Holy Qur'an and the Prophetic Sunnah. This involved employing multiple techniques: thematic textual analysis, induction and deduction, Maqasid (higher objectives) analysis, and a comparative synthetic framework.

Keywords

Islamic Da'wah, Economics in Revelation, Faith-Based Values

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