The Impact of Climate Change on Fatwas and Rulings: A Jurisprudential and Hadith Study

Islamic law has consistently emphasized the importance of environmental preservation, urging humanity to protect the natural world and avoid causing harm or corruption in any form.Through the Qur'an and the Sunnah (Prophetic tradition), it has established jurisprudential rulings to address environmental changes-whether on land, at sea, or resulting from human activity.Additionally, Muslim scholars (mujtahids) in the post-Prophetic era have expanded these rulings to address emerging environmental challenges, demonstrating the adaptability of Islamic law and its timeless relevance.In this research, the researchers explore Islamic law's stance on contemporary climate changes-whether anthropogenic or natural-and the Islamic approach to mitigating them.By analyzing Qur'anic verses, Prophetic teachings, and juristic interpretations, the researchers highlight how Islamic jurisprudence addresses these changes.Furthermore, the researchers examine specific jurisprudential issues influenced by environmental factors, such as performing ablution with sun-heated water, praying during rainfall, and the rulings on rain-seeking prayers (istisqa').