The Quranic Approach to Interfaith Dialogue - Navigating Challenges in Pluralistic Societies

Sep 30, 2026

This article examines the Qur'anic approach to interfaith dialogue within pluralistic societies. The Qur'an is positioned as a primary foundation for guiding Muslims toward peaceful, harmonious interaction with other religious communities through justice, religious freedom, and tolerance. Using a thematic interpretation method, the study analyzes Qur'anic verses as an ethical basis for respectful intercommunal relationships and for responding to modern obstacles such as ideological conflicts and religious stereotypes. Interfaith dialogue is treated as a core mechanism for understanding, tolerance, and social harmony.

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CategoryReligion & Spirituality

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Pages10

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Introduction

Qur'an as a foundation for interfaith dialogue

Wisdom, justice, and respect in Qur'anic guidance

Review of prior Islamic studies

Research gaps and study aim

The Quranic Approach to Interfaith Dialogue: Navigating Challenges in Pluralistic Societies Henri Shalahudin1, Armiya2 1Aqidah and Islamic Philosophy, 2Aqidah and Islamic Philosophy, Faculty of Ushuluddin, Universitas Darussalam Gontor, Jl. Raya Siman Km. 05, Siman, Ponorogo, Jawa Timur Kode Pos 63471. Corresponding author [2](2 armiya1908@gmail.com)[ armiya1908@gmail.com](2 armiya1908@gmail.com) Abstract: This article discusses the Qur'anic approach to interfaith dialogue in a pluralistic society. The Qur'an as the main source of Islamic teachings provides a foundation for Muslims to interact peacefully and harmoniously with other religious communities, emphasizing the principles of justice, religious freedom, and tolerance. In this study, the author uses a thematic interpretation approach, this paper examines how the verses of the Qur'an can be an ethical foundation in building constructive and respectful relationships between communities of different religions. Amid modern challenges, such as ideological conflictsand religious stereotypes, problems arise in a pluralistic society, where various beliefs and religions coexist, presenting their own challenges for relations between religious communities. Interfaith dialogue is one of the key elements in building understanding, tolerance, and harmony among diverse communities. This study aims to examine how the Qur'anic approach directs its people to interact with diverse communities harmoniously, and to answer the various challenges that arise in a modern pluralistic society. Keywords: Pluralism, Interfaith Dialogue, Islam, Harmony, Rahmatan lil alamin.. Introduction In the era of increasingly strong globalization, people in various corners of the world are faced with the reality of pluralistic life. The diversity of cultures, beliefs, and religions is no longer limited to certain regions but is present in almost every corner of the world, including in the midst of Muslim communities. This challenge demands a framework for interfaith dialogue that not only respects differences, but is also able to build social harmony without sacrificing the principles of each belief. The Qur'an, as a guideline for the lives of Muslims, provides a strong foundation for interacting with followers of other religions. With an approach full of wisdom, justice, and respect, the Qur'an directs Muslims to develop constructive dialogue. The Qur'anic approach to interfaith dialogue teaches the importance of religious freedom, recognition of differences, and the need to establish communication full of wisdom and prudence. Muslims can refer to Qur'anic values to navigate differences and obstacles and to promote peace and cooperation in a multicultural society. The Qur'anic approach to interfaith dialogue is not a form of theological compromise, but rather a method for maintaining peace and avoiding conflict, and a means of mutual understanding without having to sacrifice one's beliefs. Studies on interfaith dialogue from an Islamic perspective have developed significantly in recent years. Albab (2019) examines the importance of interfaith dialogue as a means of building tolerance and understanding among religious communities. The interpretation of interfaith dialogue in Islam must be viewed from an inclusive perspective, taking into account the values of equality and mutual respect between different religions. This perspective is important for creating a harmonious society that respects differences.(Albab, 2019) Furthermore, Fakih Hamdani (2024) discusses how Islam views the importance of interfaith dialogue ina social and political context. He emphasizes that although the Qur'an teaches peaceful dialogue with people of other faiths, the main challenge lies in maintaining one's own religious identity in such interactions. (Hamdani, 2024) Aadil Hussain (2022) examines interfaith dialogue by combining the teachings of the Qur'anand the sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. He emphas

FAQs

What is the Qur'an's role in promoting interfaith dialogue in pluralistic societies?

The study explains that the Qur'an provides a guideline for Muslims to interact peacefully with followers of other religions, emphasizing justice, freedom of religion, and tolerance.

What modern challenges does the article identify for interfaith relations?

It highlights ideological conflicts and religious stereotypes as recurring problems in societies where different beliefs and religions coexist.

How does the research interpret Qur'anic verses to support dialogue?

Through thematic interpretation, it treats Qur'anic teachings as ethical foundations for building constructive and respectful relationships between religious communities.

Sep 30, 2026

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