Memilih Pemimpin Non-Muslim Perspektif Hadis

Abstract

This article examines the controversy surrounding the election of non-Muslim leaders from the perspective of hadith. The main focus is how hadiths are interpreted by classical and contemporary scholars regarding the permissibility of non-Muslims leading majority-Muslim nations. This study uses a qualitative method with content analysis of relevant hadiths and scholarly opinions across eras. The findings show that most classical scholars reject non-Muslim leadership due to concerns over faith and Islamic loyalty. In contrast, many contemporary scholars offer a contextual understanding by emphasizing justice, competence, and democratic settings. The article's novelty lies in its integrative approach combining hadith texts with modern political realities. It concludes that hadith prohibitions against non-Muslim leadership must be seen within their historical context, and not all non-Muslims are automatically disqualified from leadership. Future research is recommended to explore broader maqashid sharia perspectives in interfaith political leadership discourse.