Shafie, Amir Akramin and Che Cob, Saiful Akram (2026) Robotics and the Islamic worldview: a Tawhidic epistemology framework for ethical and human-centered technological innovation. Journal of Islamic Technology, 1 (2). pp. 77-85. ISSN 3104-9079 E-ISSN 3104-9087
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Abstract
This paper explores the integration of robotics within the Islamic worldview, proposing a Tawhidic epistemology as a foundational framework for ethical and human-centered technological innovation. Modern robotics influences nearly every sector—from manufacturing and medicine to education and environmental stewardship—yet its rapid evolution generates profound moral and social challenges. Drawing upon the principles of Tawhid (Oneness of God), Khilafah (stewardship), and Maqasid al-Shariah (objectives of Islamic law), this paper examines how Islamic epistemology unifies scientific progress with divine purpose. Through philosophical analysis and illustrative examples, it argues that robotics, when guided by Tawhidic consciousness, becomes an act of stewardship (amanah) rather than domination. The paper concludes that Islamic ethics can provide a comprehensive moral compass for robotics governance—one grounded in justice (‘adl), compassion (rahmah), and sustainability (istiqamah).
| Item Type: | Article (Journal) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | pandangan alam Islam,epistemologi tauhidik,etika robotik, ,Maqasid al-Shariah,khilafah,inovasi beretika berpusatkan insan |
| Subjects: | BPC Science and Technology in Islam > BPC175 Islam and engineering. Sustainable engineering. Sustainable building |
| Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): | Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Mechatronics Engineering Kulliyyah of Engineering |
| Depositing User: | Dr Amir Shafie |
| Date Deposited: | 04 Feb 2026 12:29 |
| Last Modified: | 04 Feb 2026 12:29 |
| Queue Number: | 2026-01-Q1966 |
| URI: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/127219 |
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