Bribery In The Perspective Of Hadith: A Study Of Commentary And Contextualization In Contemporary Cases
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https://doi.org/10.12928/taqaddumi.v5i1.12829Keywords:
Bribery, Corruption, Hadith, JusticeAbstract
Bribery (risywah) is a prohibited act in Islam as it disrupts justice and fosters social inequality. In hadith studies, bribery is strongly condemned due to its potential to corrupt morality and societal order. This study examines hadiths related to bribery, identifies its prohibited forms, and analyzes their relevance in modern contexts. This research contributes to the academic discussion by providing a comprehensive hadith-based perspective on bribery and its implications in contemporary society. Using a library research approach with a thematic hadith commentary and contextualization model, this study systematically examines classical and modern scholarly interpretations of bribery. However, scholars allow bribery under specific conditions, such as in emergencies, when it does not harm others, or when avoiding greater injustice. Additionally, hadith discussions differentiate bribery from permissible gifts, emphasizing that judges should not accept gifts while in office, as their salary suffices. Moreover, bribery remains a contemporary issue, appearing in forms such as extortion, civil servant recruitment fraud, judicial gratuities, and vote-buying in elections. In conclusion, Islamic teachings on bribery remain highly relevant, as they establish ethical guidelines to prevent corruption. The study highlights the necessity of upholding justice and integrity in governance and public affairs.
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