Qur'anic Verses on Adoption

Abstract

This study aims to examine the concept of adoption in the Qur'an through a maudhu'ī (thematic) tafsir approach in order to obtain a comprehensive and systematic understanding. The method used is qualitative research with the type of library research. Primary data is derived from Qur'anic verses related to adoption, nasab, and child rearing, while secondary data is obtained from classical and contemporary tafsir books as well as relevant scientific literature. The stages of the research include inventory and grouping of verses according to themes, analysis of the context of the verses by paying attention to the asbāb al-nuzūl and the views of the mufasir, as well as drawing thematic conclusions. The results of the study show that the Qur'an does not justify the practice of adoption that equates adopted children with biological children in terms of nasab and legal status, as affirmed in Surah al-Ahzab verses 4–5. However, the Qur'an strongly emphasizes the importance of childcare and protection as a form of social responsibility, while maintaining the clarity of children's identity. Thus, the concept of adoption in the Qur'an is oriented towards parenting without violating the principles of Islamic law.