TIMBANGAN/TAKARAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF HUKUM EKONOMI SYARI’AH

Abstract

Weighing instruments are essential tools for traders in markets, particularly those selling goods that are measured by weight. In traditional markets, traders commonly use various types of weighing instruments, including spring scales, platform scales, digital scales, and household scales. These weighing instruments should be properly calibrated and comply with the standards stipulated by applicable legislation. However, in practice, some traders still use weighing instruments that are unsuitable for use or have never undergone verification and re-verification. From the perspective of Islamic economic law, Islam prohibits dishonesty, including fraudulent practices in buying and selling transactions involving weights and measures. This warning remains highly relevant given the various forms of dishonesty that occur in everyday trading practices involving weighing instruments. Fraudulent behavior in trading or business may occur not only between sellers and buyers but also among sellers, as some traders become overly focused on numerical gains and profits while neglecting the existence, greatness, and power of Allah SWT and the importance of the hereafter. In Islam, the purpose of trading is not merely to obtain the greatest possible profit, but also to attain divine blessing (barakah). A blessed business is characterized by sustainable and legitimate efforts that generate reasonable profits and are approved by Allah SWT.