Elements of eating morality according to Bediuzzaman Said Nursi’s views : a complementary to the basic concept of food in Islam

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The issue of food wastage is considered as a problematic global issue stemmed from lack appreciation of food values gifted to mankind.

learning and taking lessons from historical events are crucial to establish a better future mainly to find solutions in solving arising contemporary issues.

the view from Bediuzzaman Said Nursi who is one of the prominent Muslim thinkers (1877-1960), is chosen as a role model to understand the elements of eating morality.

his work, Risale-I nur (flashes of collection) will be used as the main source of reference.

meanwhile, other Islamic sources derived from Qur'anic verses, academic journals, book, and reliable websites are used as supportive references.

the result of the discussion signifies Bediuzzaman Said Nursi's view on the elements of eating morality are capable to complement the basic concept of food in Islam and it is still relevant to be adopted in facing rapid phases of urbanization process and modernization challenges which lead to morality declination among human beings.