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August 15, 2025CBJIS Cross-Border Journal of Islamic StudiesOpen Access

Ethical Politics in Classical Islamic Civilization: A Comparative Study of the Thoughts of Al-Mawardi and Al-Farabi

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Overview

Qualitative comparison reveals Al-Mawardi's pragmatic approach and Al-Farabi's idealism in Islamic political thought, highlighting their relevance today.

Key Points

  • Al-Mawardi's framework emphasizes the legality and stability of the caliphate, reinforcing sharia principles in governance.
  • Al-Farabi presents an ideal state led by a supreme leader, influenced by philosophical traditions and ethical virtues.
  • A qualitative literature review highlights the contrasting approaches of Al-Mawardi and Al-Farabi in political ethics.
  • Findings support the relevance of both thinkers in contemporary discussions on leadership and governance ethics.

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Karep Karep (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a365740a429f797332bb17https://doi.org/10.37567/cbjis.v7i2.4159
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