Reading Nature as Revelation: A Sufi-Based Ecotheological Interpretation of the Qur’ān in the Context of Global Ecological Crisis

M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti; Muhammad Nur Afwan; Bagus Haziratul Qudsiyah; Nur Hidayaturrohmah; Khoirul Anwar; Fina Lailatul Masruroh; Muhammad Taufiqurrahman; Muhamad Maulana

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Reading Nature as Revelation: A Sufi-Based Ecotheological Interpretation of the Qur’ān in the Context of Global Ecological Crisis

Authors:

M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti | Muhammad Nur Afwan | Bagus Haziratul Qudsiyah | Nur Hidayaturrohmah | Khoirul Anwar | Fina Lailatul Masruroh | Muhammad Taufiqurrahman | Muhamad Maulana

Publisher:

University of Management and Technology (UMT)

Journal:

Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization Vol.16 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

11/2026

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001948990

pISSN:

2075-0943

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Abstract:

 This article offers a Sufi-based ecotheological interpretation of the Qur’ān by positioning nature (al-‘ālam) as a living revelation (āyah kauniyyah) and a manifestation (tajallī) of God. In light of the global ecological crisis, this study reframes the human-nature relationship through a sufi hermeneutic. Drawing on the cosmology of Ibn ‘Arabi and the metaphysical critique of Seyyed Hossein Nasr, it argues that nature functions as a mirror through which God reveals Himself. Thus, environmental destruction becomes not only ecological damage, but a rupture in spiritual awareness and Divine connection. Using qualitative library research, this study employs thematic Qur’ānic exegesis (tafsīr maudhū‘ī) supported by Sufi hermeneutics. It interprets selected āyāt not merely through ethical or scientific lenses, but symbolically, emphasizing their spiritual dimensions. The dual identity of the human as ‘abd (servant) and khalīfah (vicegerent) is explored to show that ecological responsibility is rooted in both ethical duty and ontological design. This approach contributes a novel perspective in Islamic environmental thought by highlighting ecology as a spiritual path toward ma‘rifah (gnosis). It presents ecological awareness not just as stewardship, but as a form of worship and remembrance. The article concludes that a Sufi interpretation approach can offer a transformative vision for restoring sacred relations between God, humanity, and nature.

Article Details

Reading Nature as Revelation: A Sufi-Based Ecotheological Interpretation of the Qur’ān in the Context of Global Ecological Crisis

Authors:

M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti | Muhammad Nur Afwan | Bagus Haziratul Qudsiyah | Nur Hidayaturrohmah | Khoirul Anwar | Fina Lailatul Masruroh | Muhammad Taufiqurrahman | Muhamad Maulana

Publisher:

University of Management and Technology (UMT)

Journal:

Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization Vol.16 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

11/2026

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001948990

pISSN:

2075-0943

ecotheology

nature

Qur’ān

sufism

tajallī

Issues

Article Details

Reading Nature as Revelation: A Sufi-Based Ecotheological Interpretation of the Qur’ān in the Context of Global Ecological Crisis

Authors: M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti | Muhammad Nur Afwan | Bagus Haziratul Qudsiyah | Nur Hidayaturrohmah | Khoirul Anwar | Fina Lailatul Masruroh | Muhammad Taufiqurrahman | Muhamad Maulana

Publisher: University of Management and Technology (UMT)

Journal: Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization Vol.16 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 11/2026

Document Language: English

Document ID (Org No.): 2001948990

pISSN: 2075-0943

ecotheology

nature

Qur’ān

sufism

tajallī

Issues

Authors:

M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti | Muhammad Nur Afwan | Bagus Haziratul Qudsiyah | Nur Hidayaturrohmah | Khoirul Anwar | Fina Lailatul Masruroh | Muhammad Taufiqurrahman | Muhamad Maulana

Publisher:

University of Management and Technology (UMT)

Journal:

Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization Vol.16 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

11/2026

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001948990

pISSN:

2075-0943