National Security Principles in the Prophetic Sunnah

Abstract

This research investigates the fundamental principles of national security as derived from the Prophetic Sunnah. It highlights the significance of security as a primary necessity for human life, upon which individual and collective activities depend. The study employs an inductive, descriptive, and analytical methodology to explore the security dimensions within the Prophetic texts. The research concludes that security is a comprehensive concept encompassing religious, intellectual, physical, and economic dimensions, explicitly established as a legitimate goal within the Islamic legal framework (Maqasid al-Shari'ah). The study identifies five key principles for achieving national security in the Prophetic tradition: recognizing that security is religiously permitted and pursued , acknowledging that security is conditional upon obedience to the ruler (within the bounds of Shari'ah) , emphasizing that security is a collective responsibility , establishing brotherhood and social cohesion as requirements for security , and asserting that justice in governance is a fundamental condition for stability and security. These principles provide a robust framework for preserving the state, protecting public and private rights, and ensuring societal stability against internal and external threats. The findings underscore that true power and national stability are rooted in faith, justice, and societal unity, rather than mere material numbers.