A bibliometric review on voluntary childlessness in marriage from the Islamic perspective

Duasa, Jarita and Zulkifli, Izyani and Idris, Zera Zuryana (2025) A bibliometric review on voluntary childlessness in marriage from the Islamic perspective. TAFHIM: IKIM Journal of Islam and the Contemporary World, 18 (2). pp. 27-56. ISSN 2231-7015 E-ISSN 2637-0921

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Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scholarly research on voluntary childlessness from an Islamic perspective, covering the period from 1969 to 2024. Using SCOPUS-indexed publications, it examines temporal trends, citation patterns, thematic developments, and influential contributors. Voluntary childlessness—defined as the conscious choice to remain childfree—has gained increasing global relevance, intersecting with ethical, cultural, and religious considerations. In Islamic contexts, where family and procreation hold central moral and social importance, this subject presents particular complexities. The analysis reveals a modest but growing body of literature, with key themes including gender roles, religious norms, policy discourse, ethical considerations, and socioeconomic influences. Despite limited publication volume and minimal international collaboration, citation metrics reflect meaningful academic engagement. The findings highlight the need to frame discussions on family planning within Islamic ethical frameworks and cultural sensibilities. The study concludes by recommending greater interdisciplinary engagement, deeper integration of Islamic jurisprudential perspectives, and expanded global collaboration to strengthen and diversify research in this evolving field

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Bibliometric, Islamic perspective, family planning, and voluntary childlessness
Subjects:	BPH Islamic Economics > BPH830.3 Social systems. Urban groups. Cities and towns. Sustainable urban development BPK Islamic law. Shari'ah. Fiqh H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences > Department of Economics
Depositing User:	Prof. Dr. Jarita Duasa
Date Deposited:	05 Jan 2026 13:00
Last Modified:	05 Jan 2026 13:00
Queue Number:	2025-12-Q1404
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/126562

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