Islam dalam Keadilan Aristoteles

M. Khusnun Niam

M. Khusnun Niam

Aristotle was a philosopher born in 384 BC in the region of Macedonia, specifically in Stagira. At the age of 15, he was abandoned by his father and subsequently raised by his father's younger brother, Proxenus. When he was over 17 years old, Aristotle moved to Athens to attend Plato's Academy. There, he studied under Plato for 20 years and was appointed as a teacher at the Academy after Plato's death. Following this, Aristotle left the Academy and spent 12 years wandering, during which time he established several other Academies. He produced many works throughout his life and passed away in 322 BC in Chalcis, Greece.

Aristotle's monumental works focus on two main topics: politics and ethics. This article will briefly explore Aristotle's ethical thoughts, particularly his views on justice and the concept of justice he presents. Additionally, Aristotle's understanding of justice has parallels in Islamic teachings, which also emphasize justice. Therefore, it is important to examine the relationship between Aristotle's concept of justice and Islamic principles.

Islam is a religion that encompasses both normativity and historicity. As a belief system, it involves the faith of individuals, particularly in relation to their worship of the Creator. On the other hand, Islam as a field of study highlights aspects that can be examined for various purposes. Continue reading “Islam dalam Keadilan Aristoteles” →