Embracing ethical consumption: integrating Islamic values and minimalism for sustainable lifestyles

Mohamed Aslam Akbar

Chapter 4 in Islamic Finance and the Pursuit of Sustainable Prosperity, 2025, pp 70-91 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter explores the intersection of the conventional economic framework of consumption, the Islamic perspective on consumption, and the emergence of minimalism as a concept in consumer behavior. It highlights the significance of integrating Islamic principles of moderation (qasd) and contentment (qanā’ah) into the contemporary discourse on consumption. Drawing from Qur’anic verses and interpretations by Islamic scholars, the chapter demonstrates how these principles can foster mindful consumption with a minimalistic ideology, encouraging individuals to find fulfillment through simpler and more sustainable ways of living. The chapter concludes by emphasizing the urgent need for extended research, both qualitative and quantitative, to validate the impact of incorporating concepts like qanā’ah in shaping sustainable consumer behaviors and lifestyles. Ultimately, this study contributes to advancing the understanding of how ethical consumption, influenced by Islamic values and minimalism, can lead to a more harmonious relationship between individuals, society, and the environment.

Keywords: Ethical consumption; Islamic values; Minimalism; Sustainable lifestyles; Consumer behavior; Moderation; Contentment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781035349678
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