SCSH Reflective Journal

IIUM Gallery Exploring the Connection Between Islam and Sustainable Development at IIUM Gallery      Today’s class was not held in a traditional classroom. Instead, we visited the IIUM Gallery, where we learned about the university’s rich history, notable achievements, and influential alumni. This trip helped us understand the legacy and values of IIUM more deeply. During the visit, our lecturer assigned us an interesting task: to write about three observations connecting Maqasid Shariah (the goals of Islamic law) with Sustainable Development. Three Observations on Maqasid Shariah and Sustainable Development 1) Protecting Life ( Hifz al-Nafs ) One of the pictures in the gallery reminded us of the struggles people faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. This time brought challenges such as losing loved ones, mental health issues, and economic problems. Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 focuses on ensuring good health and well-being for all. This is closely connected to Hif...

  How Islam and Sustainable Development Are Connected      In today’s lesson, we explored how Islam and Sustainable Development go hand in hand. Our teacher explained the concept of Akhlaq (morality), which means being kind and doing good deeds. Islam teaches us to care for Allah, ourselves, and others around us, including animals and nature. For instance, feeding a hungry cat is an example of being a good person while also taking care of the world. This shows how Islam encourages us to live in harmony with everything around us. Realizing the Bigger Picture      I was surprised to discover that Islam has always taught us how to take care of the world in addition to worshiping Allah. I used to think being moral was only about doing good for Allah, but now I see that these teachings also help us build stronger communities, protect the environment, and improve society. The examples shared in class made these ideas easy to understand and helped me see how...

                                                               17 Goals towards Sustainable Development and Transformation – MSFI Understanding Sustainable Development: A Class Reflection Introduction      Today’s lesson introduced us to the concept of Sustainable Development and how it plays a role in our lives. We started by sharing personal details like our names, what we study, and where we are from. We also described ourselves in one word and shared one word about the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). The teacher explained the importance of being “sustainable” through interesting examples and facts, showing how it helps protect our planet. We also discussed the class plan and assignments for the year. Key Learnings      The class provided a lot of valuable insights into sustainability. I lea...