Kesadaran Ekologis Masyarakat Muslim melalui Internalisasi Nilai Etika Islam dalam Praktik Pelestarian Lingkungan

Abstract

The environmental crises occurring across various regions of Sumatra indicate that ecological problems are not solely related to the technical aspects of natural resource management but are also closely associated with societal values, awareness, and behavior. This study aims to analyze ecological awareness among Muslim communities through the internalization of Islamic ethical values in environmental conservation practices. The study employs a qualitative approach using a phenomenological method conducted among environmentally concerned Muslim communities in Sumatra. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews with religious leaders, community members, and environmental activists, as well as documentation of conservation activities. The findings reveal that ecological awareness among Muslim communities is shaped by an understanding of Islamic values such as amanah (trust), khalīfah (stewardship), mīzān (balance), and the prohibition against causing damage to nature. The internalization of these values is manifested in practices such as waste management, environmental greening, sustainable resource utilization, and community-based social movements rooted in religious engagement. This study demonstrates that Islamic ethics makes an important contribution to fostering ecological behavior through both spiritual and social approaches. The findings further strengthen the perspective of Islamic ecotheology by affirming that the relationship between humans and the environment constitutes an integral dimension of both religious and humanitarian responsibility.