Recontextualizing The Essence Of Human Dignity Through Fazlur Rahmans Double Movement Hermeneutics Of Qs. Al-Isra (17): 70

Abstract

This study stems from the absence of previous studies that tend to interpret QS. al-Isrā' (17): 70 normatively without connecting it to contemporary moral and social realities, while modern dehumanization such as discrimination, marginalization, structural inequality, and ecological crises are still ongoing. Using Fazlur Rahman's Double Movement Hermeneutics, this study attempts to recontextualize the understanding of human dignity (karāmah) by exploring the meaning of the verse and the historical dynamics behind it. This method is applied in two main stages. The first stage traces the socio-historical context and meaning structure of QS. al-Isrā' (17): 70, reinforced by classical exegesis analysis such as Ath-Thabari, Al-Razi, and Az-Zamakhsharī, to explore the basic principles of human dignity as intended by the text. The second stage brings these principles into the reality of modern life in order to produce an understanding that is relevant to the challenges of humanity today. The results of the study show that human dignity in this verse is ontological and theological in nature, inherent in every individual as a creation of Allah and demanding collective moral responsibility in communal life. Recontextualization through Rahman's methodology produces four main principles of human dignity, namely the principles of equality, civilization building, resource management, and solidarity. This finding confirms that QS. al-Isrā' (17): 70 not only contains recognition of human dignity, but also provides a functional ethical framework that can be used to respond comprehensively to contemporary humanitarian issues.