Ekploitasi Pekerja Anak Perpektif Al-Qur’an: Analisis Tafsir Al-Munir Karya Wahbab Zuhaili

Abstract

Child labor exploitation is a pressing global issue, often rooted in economic pressure and social injustice. This study aims to analyze the Qur'anic perspective on the phenomenon of child labor exploitation through a contemporary exegesis approach. The primary focus of this research is the analysis of Wahbah Al-Zuhayli’s interpretation in his work, Tafsir al-Munir fi al-'Aqidah wa al-Shari'ah wa al-Manhaj. This qualitative study employs library research to examine key verses in depth: QS. Al-An’am [6]: 151, QS. Al-Isra [17]: 31, QS. Al-Anfal [8]: 27, and QS. Al-Ahzab [33]: 72. The analysis is enriched by Islamic psychological approaches and Terry E. Lawson’s theory of child exploitation to contextualize the interpretation within modern phenomena. The results indicate that the Qur'an strictly prohibits all forms of child exploitation. Wahbah Al-Zuhayli interprets children as a great amanah (sacred trust) that must be protected. The prohibition against "killing children" does not only signify physical acts but also encompasses the deprivation of their rights to development, education, and a future. This interpretation remains relevant to modern violence theories covering physical, emotional, and verbal aspects. This study concludes that Tafsir al-Munir provides a robust theological foundation for efforts to protect children's rights and the formulation of relevant policies in the contemporary era.