Loyalty and Disavowal (Selected Verses from Surah Al-Ma’idah): An Analytical Study

Abstract

This research aims to study the topic of loyalty and disavowal through selected verses – an analytical study. It seeks to demonstrate the moderate approach these verses present in addressing loyalty and disavowal. The research comprises four sections: Section One: Introduction to the Surah; Section Two: The Concept of Loyalty and Disavowal; Section Three: Disavowal of Allegiance to Jews and Christians; Section Four: Weakness of Faith as a Cause of Allegiance to Disbelievers; and finally, the conclusion, which includes the research findings and recommendations. The researcher reached several key conclusions, most notably that the topic of loyalty and disavowal is significant, and that Surah Al-Ma'idah outlines a firm yet moderate approach to loyalty and disavowal, placing it in its proper context without excess or negligence.