Entry of Non-Believers in the Arabian Peninsula: A Research and Analytical Study

Abstract

This article explores the complex and often debated topic of the stay of non-believers (non-Muslims) in the Arab Peninsula from a Muslim perspective. The Arab Peninsula, comprising countries such as Saudi Arabia, holds immense religious and historical significance in Islam. The question of whether non-believers should be permitted to reside in this sacred land has raised theological, legal, and socio-political discussions. The article begins by providing a historical overview of the Arab Peninsula's role in Islamic history, emphasizing its status as the birthplace of Islam and the final resting place of the Prophet Muhammad. It discusses the early Islamic era when non-Muslims were granted protection and rights within the region. Drawing from the Quran, Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet), and classical Islamic jurisprudence, the article presents various viewpoints and interpretations regarding the stay of non-believers. It examines the verses and Hadith that address the issue, highlighting verses that emphasize the importance of religious tolerance and coexistence.