Murder in the Perspective of Hadith and Its Impact on Community Life

Abstract

Murder is a prevalent concern that instills fear in many individuals since it has the potential to claim the lives of others. The murders take place in diverse locations, both within the country and internationally, causing concern among numerous individuals. Accordingly, its impact on the sustainability of human life is significant. This study investigated and elucidated the escalating murder rates throughout the years from the perspective of hadith literature. A qualitative method was employed, drawing upon data obtained through library research. The investigation generated the following findings. Initially, the hadiths pertaining to the act of murder have been identified as five hadiths corroborated by other hadiths. Furthermore, the Prophet explicitly denounced the act of murder as a grave transgression, resulting in the wrongdoer facing terrible consequences both in this life and the hereafter. Furthermore, according to the hadith, the individual responsible for committing murder is subject to the punishment of qishash, enforced in Islamic nations. Furthermore, the impact of murder on individuals’ behavior is that they are compelled to engage in this heinous act by rationalizing any methods for immediate gains. At the same time, some of them undergo intense dread and anxiety that jeopardizes their existence.