Islam, SDGs, and the Role of Islamic Philanthropy: A Literature Review and Critical Considerations
Publikasi di Proceedings IDACON ke-8 (2024) The 8th International Da'wah Conference (IDACON) 2024 Klik artikel asli di sini Abstract Religion remains a significant actor today, crucial in achieving global agendas like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This article critically reviews literature on the intersection of Islam, SDGs, and Islamic philanthropy, finding that most scholars view SDGs as compatible with Islamic teachings. Islamic principles, such as the eradication of poverty, social justice, and economic equity, can support SDG goals. Practically, research has tackled challenges like standardizing metrics for impact measurement. In terms of Islamic philanthropy, studies highlight its potential contributions to SDGs but also note institutional limitations and coordination issues. Based on the literature review, this article encourages a critical examination of the role of Islamic philanthropy in addressing state responsibilities like poverty alleviation. The sl...