The Sustainability of the Plant Environment in the Prophetic Sunnah – A Contemporary Reading

Abstract

The idea of this article is to study the texts of the Prophetic Sunnah and its stances that have shaped the approach to dealing with the plant environment. Its significance lies in highlighting the key aspects of the Sunnah’s concern for the plant environment in both normal and exceptional circumstances. Both theoretically and practically. The article focuses on presenting the Prophetic Guidance related to the introduction of new plant resources, the preservation of their continuity and sustainability, and the warning against cutting down the Sidr Tree. Several findings emerged, the most notable of which include the profound concern of the Prophetic Sunnah for the plant environment, whether in its establishment or sustainability, and its pioneering role in addressing contemporary issues such as environmental sustainability and the culture of afforestation for the future. The Sunnah also lays the foundation for several noble values, including positivity, engaging in work without immediate expectations of results, prioritizing actions that benefit the public over those that serve individual interests, and valuing deeds with lasting impact after death. Additionally, the study proposes several recommendations, most notably the call for further research on food security in the Prophetic Sunnah.