Islam Attitude of ''Blasphemy'' Contempt of Religions: A Comparative Study in Light of the Prophet’s Biography Al-Sīra Al-Nabawiyya

Abstract

Islam guarantees responsible freedom in all its forms, whether it be freedom of opinion, thought, or belief. By responsible freedom, it means that it is constrained by Sharia regulations and conditions that limit it to respect the rights of others and religious beliefs. The Holy Quran Prophetic biography is filled with vivid historical examples that teach us how the Prophet, peace be upon him, expressed himself responsibly and dealt with those who abused their right to expression. This is achieved through a comprehensive jurisprudence that balances between interests and harms, while also considering the objectives of Sharia to preserve the cohesion of society and promote peaceful coexistence based on mutual respect. This should not compromise the role of Muslims in conveying the message and spreading Islam.The research aims to elucidate the relationship between freedom as a human demand and the respect for religions, which is a human and legal requirement. It explores how the Prophetic biography established a purposive approach to address the phenomenon of blasphemy preventively through a comprehensive system of principles and as a remedy by responsibly dealing with the phenomenon, restraining its impact, and shielding society from its harm.