Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol

This study explores the Qur’anic perspective on human trafficking through a thematic analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20. The objective is to interpret the linguistic meanings of al-bighāʾ, syarā, and milk al-yamīn, and to map their alignment with the tripartite definition of the Palermo Pro...

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Main Authors: Jullul Wara, Ahmad Nabilul Maram, Abdul Fattah
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Language:English
Published: Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau 2025-06-01
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Online Access:https://ejournal.uin-suska.ac.id/index.php/ushuludin/article/view/36504
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description This study explores the Qur’anic perspective on human trafficking through a thematic analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20. The objective is to interpret the linguistic meanings of al-bighāʾ, syarā, and milk al-yamīn, and to map their alignment with the tripartite definition of the Palermo Protocol in order to formulate an Islamic ethical framework for combating trafficking. The research employs a qualitative library research method, integrating classical and contemporary tafsir (Ibn Kathir, al-Maraghi, Quraish Shihab) with human rights literature. Linguistic analysis reveals that the three Qur’anic terms represent the act, means, and purpose of modern exploitation. The interpretation of QS An-Nur 33 emphasizes the prohibition of forced prostitution and the protection of women's dignity, while the interpretation of QS Yusuf 19–20 critiques child commodification and highlights the trauma experienced by victims. Mapping these interpretations onto the Palermo Protocol uncovers a complete correspondence with the elements of act, means, and purpose, thereby reinforcing the legitimacy of Sharia in criminalizing trafficking. The synthesis of the values of ʿadl (justice), raḥmah (compassion), and karāmat al-insān (human dignity) generates an ethical paradigm that underpins legislation, faith-based advocacy, and rehabilitation programs. The findings affirm that the Qur’an not only aligns with but also enriches the international legal framework with spiritual motivation. Practical implications include issuing fatwas equivalent to ḥirābah, allocating zakat for victims, and developing anti-trafficking education curricula
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spelling doaj-art-0b9733adb7e844aa88dbcb78eefbebd72025-08-20T02:10:35ZengUniversitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim RiauJurnal Ushuluddin1412-09092407-82472025-06-013319912010.24014/jush.v%vi%i.3650410605Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo ProtocolJullul Wara0Ahmad Nabilul Maram1Abdul Fattah2Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel SurabayaUniversitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel SurabayaUniversitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim MalangThis study explores the Qur’anic perspective on human trafficking through a thematic analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20. The objective is to interpret the linguistic meanings of al-bighāʾ, syarā, and milk al-yamīn, and to map their alignment with the tripartite definition of the Palermo Protocol in order to formulate an Islamic ethical framework for combating trafficking. The research employs a qualitative library research method, integrating classical and contemporary tafsir (Ibn Kathir, al-Maraghi, Quraish Shihab) with human rights literature. Linguistic analysis reveals that the three Qur’anic terms represent the act, means, and purpose of modern exploitation. The interpretation of QS An-Nur 33 emphasizes the prohibition of forced prostitution and the protection of women's dignity, while the interpretation of QS Yusuf 19–20 critiques child commodification and highlights the trauma experienced by victims. Mapping these interpretations onto the Palermo Protocol uncovers a complete correspondence with the elements of act, means, and purpose, thereby reinforcing the legitimacy of Sharia in criminalizing trafficking. The synthesis of the values of ʿadl (justice), raḥmah (compassion), and karāmat al-insān (human dignity) generates an ethical paradigm that underpins legislation, faith-based advocacy, and rehabilitation programs. The findings affirm that the Qur’an not only aligns with but also enriches the international legal framework with spiritual motivation. Practical implications include issuing fatwas equivalent to ḥirābah, allocating zakat for victims, and developing anti-trafficking education curriculahttps://ejournal.uin-suska.ac.id/index.php/ushuludin/article/view/36504qur’anhuman traffickingthematic tafsirpalermo protocolislamic ethics
spellingShingle Jullul Wara
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Abdul Fattah
Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
Jurnal Ushuluddin
qur’an
human trafficking
thematic tafsir
palermo protocol
islamic ethics
title Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
title_full Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
title_fullStr Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
title_full_unstemmed Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
title_short Thematic Qur'anic Interpretation of Human Trafficking: An Analysis of QS An-Nur 33 and QS Yusuf 19–20 within the Framework of Islamic Ethics and the Palermo Protocol
title_sort thematic qur anic interpretation of human trafficking an analysis of qs an nur 33 and qs yusuf 19 20 within the framework of islamic ethics and the palermo protocol
topic qur’an
human trafficking
thematic tafsir
palermo protocol
islamic ethics
url https://ejournal.uin-suska.ac.id/index.php/ushuludin/article/view/36504
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