KETIKA PASAR KEHILANGAN MORAL: AKTUALISASI PEMIKIRAN EKONOMI AL-MAQRIZY DI ERA KONSUMERISME

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze the relevance of Al-Maqrizy's economic thought in facing the challenges of consumerism in the modern market. This study aims to explore how Al-Maqrizy's moral teachings, particularly regarding justice, balance, and transparency in transactions, can provide solutions to ethical problems in the contemporary economy. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with a literature study, in which the author examines Al-Maqrizy's classical texts and contemporary studies on consumerism and its impact on the market. The results of the study indicate that Al-Maqrizy's economic principles such as the importance of morality in trade, avoidance of exploitation, and fair distribution of wealth can be used as a foundation for creating a more ethical and just market. In conclusion, although the modern economy tends to ignore moral values, Al-Maqrizy's teachings remain relevant as guidelines for building a just, balanced, and socially welfare-oriented economic system. The suggestion put forward in this study is the need to integrate Al-Maqrizy's moral principles into contemporary economic policies and business practices to address social inequality arising from consumerism. The implication of this research is that Islamic economic thought, especially that taught by Al-Maqrizy, can be an important alternative in overcoming the moral crisis in the global market and creating a more sustainable and humane economy.