A Global Ethics for a Globalized World

Abstract

[Islamic ethics recognizes the role of intuitions, reason, customs and traditions, so long as all these draw their legitimacy from the Divine principles. First and foremost is the principle of coherence and unity in life. The second foundational ethical principle is the practice of justice or equity, fairness, moderation, beauty and balance in life. Then come respect, protection and promotion of life. The role of reason and rational judgment in human decision-making is also important.  Protection of linage and dignity of genealogy, too, has relevance to people of the entire world. These divinely inspired ethical principles of Islam – transcending finitude of human mind and experience – are not local, regional or national on their origin. Their universality makes them globally applicable, absolute and pertinent in changed circumstances and environment. They are human friendly and offer appreciable solutions to human problem in this age of globalization. – Eds.]]