The Role of Water in Life from the Perspective of the Holy Quran

Abstract

Water, deemed a divine blessing, serves as the fundamental source of sustenance for all living organisms and acts as a catalyst for human progress across various domains such as industry, health, agriculture, and worship. Repeatedly referenced in the Quran across diverse contexts, water holds paramount importance. Moreover, every being, including humans, possesses inherent water rights essential for survival, growth, and productivity. As the apex of creation and Allah's stewards on Earth, humans bear the responsibility of safeguarding this vital resource. This study, employing a descriptive-analytical and deductive methodology rooted in library research, seeks to delve into the role and significance of water in human existence from the vantage point of the Holy Quran. The principal findings affirm water usage as an undeniable and inalienable right of every individual, extending to the satisfaction of essential life needs and the provision of permanent and secure access. Given that water is not privately owned, equitable entitlements are granted to all human beings. Functioning as both a divine blessing and a merciful provision, water serves multifarious roles in human life, including its healing properties against ailments, as explicitly delineated and empirically evidenced. Supported by Quranic, historical, and archaeological evidence, it is established that water has historically played a pivotal role in the advancement of human civilization. Human progress and development have historically thrived in close proximity to water bodies. Looking ahead, water is poised to become a central area of investment in the next two decades, potentially surpassing the value of oil.