A Critical and Applied Study of the Social and Civilizational Crisis of the Contemporary Muslim Ummah in the Light of the Prophetic Ethical and Social Model

معاصر امتِ مسلمہ کے سماجی و تہذیبی بحران کا نبوی اخلاقی و معاشرتی ماڈل کی روشنی میں تجزیاتی و اطلاقی مطالعہ

Abstract

The contemporary Muslim Ummah faces multifaceted social, ethical, and civilizational crises, ranging from moral decline and family disintegration to identity confusion, social injustice, and intercommunal discord. These crises are interconnected and require comprehensive solutions that integrate ethical, social, and spiritual frameworks. This study critically examines the prophetic ethical and social model as a guiding paradigm for addressing these challenges. By analyzing the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and applying its principles to modern contexts, the research highlights practical mechanisms for moral education, community responsibility, protection of vulnerable groups, and reinforcement of cultural and religious identity. Furthermore, the study explores the role of ethical training, family cohesion, collective accountability, and community solidarity in fostering social harmony, reducing societal disparities, and cultivating resilience against external cultural and ideological pressures. The findings indicate that the application of the prophetic model provides a sustainable framework for social reform, moral revival, and cultural cohesion in contemporary Muslim societies. The research contributes to both academic discourse and practical policy recommendations by demonstrating how historical, ethical, and spiritual insights can be operationalized to address modern social dilemmas, ensuring a holistic approach to the development of ethical and just communities.