The Role of Jurisprudential Thoughts in the Economic Development of Islamic Countries Based on the Verses of the Quran and Hadiths of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S.)

Abstract

This article examines the role of the jurisprudential thoughts of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S.) in the economic development of Islamic countries. Utilizing the verses of the Quran and Hadiths, economic principles such as justice, equitable distribution of wealth, the importance of Zakat and charity, and the role of work and production are analyzed. The first section outlines the theoretical economic foundations in the Quran and the perspectives of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S.). The second section explores the impact of these thoughts on economic development, emphasizing the significance of justice and Zakat in wealth distribution and reducing economic disparities. Additionally, the importance of work and production in the Islamic economic system is discussed. The third section provides a comparative analysis of the application of jurisprudential thoughts in contemporary Islamic countries, including Iran, Turkey, and Malaysia, and examines their economic successes. Finally, the challenges and obstacles to economic development in Islamic countries are identified, and jurisprudential-based solutions to address these challenges are proposed. The results indicate that implementing the jurisprudential thoughts of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S.) can contribute to sustainable economic development and social justice in Islamic countries. Practical recommendations for economic policymakers and suggestions for future research are also provided in this article.