دور الفقه الإسلامي في ضبط حرية التعبير على شبكات التواصل الاجتماعي

The Role of Islamic Jurisprudence in Regulating Freedom of Expression on Social Media Networks

Abstract

This study examines the role of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh al-islāmī) in regulating freedom of expression on social media platforms in the modern digital age. While freedom of speech is recognized as an essential human right, Islamic law emphasizes that this right must be exercised within ethical and legal boundaries to protect individual dignity, social harmony, and the preservation of faith and morality. The research highlights that classical fiqh principles—such as the prohibition of slander, backbiting, spreading falsehood, and incitement to hatred—remain relevant for addressing challenges like cyberbullying, misinformation, and harmful digital content. At the same time, fiqh encourages constructive dialogue, accountability, and the responsible use of knowledge in the public sphere. By integrating traditional jurisprudential frameworks with contemporary issues of digital communication, the paper argues that Islamic fiqh provides a balanced approach: safeguarding freedom of expression while preventing its misuse in ways that harm individuals and societies in the global digital environment.