INTERFAITH HARMONY THROUGH SHARED LEGISLATIONS: A DOCTRINAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

This study aims to examine the legislative commonalities among the three Abrahamic religions: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, with a focus on the legal provisions shared by these faiths despite their theological and jurisprudential differences.                                                                                 

The research highlights fundamental values embedded in divine legislation, such as justice, mercy, the enforcement of legal penalties, the regulation of economic and social transactions, and major acts of worship, including prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage.                                                                  

Additionally, the study explores the unity of the divine source of these religions, as all prophets called for the worship of God alone, enjoined good, and forbade wrongdoing, despite variations in legal specifics tailored to the circumstances of each community. The research also underscores Islam's status as the final, authoritative revelation that confirms previous scriptures, corrects distortions, and completes divine legislation.                                                                                       

The study asserts that investigating these commonalities does not equate to equating the religions but rather seeks to highlight points of agreement that can serve as a foundation for interfaith dialogue, mutual understanding among nations, and the promotion of justice and cooperation in addressing shared humanitarian concerns. Furthermore, the research recommends further comparative studies on divine legislation and its influence on contemporary legal systems, as well as an exploration of how these shared principles contribute to fostering peaceful coexistence among followers of different religions.