The Perception of the Verses of Blessing in the Qur’an

An Analytical Study of Understanding among Islamic Industrial Entrepreneurs in Jakarta

Abstrak

This study explores Muslim entrepreneurs’ perceptions of the Qur’anic verses of blessing (āyāt al-barakah) and their implications for Islamic business ethics and practice among Islamic industrial entrepreneurs in Jakarta. The research departs from the assumption that the Qur’an functions not only as hudā (guidance) and shifā’ (healing), but also as a spiritual source of prosperity and ethical conduct in business. Employing a qualitative field research approach, the study involved 30 Muslim entrepreneurs representing various industries, including property, oil and gas, culinary, and information technology. Data were collected through observation, interviews, documentation, and questionnaires, and analyzed using descriptive and phenomenological methods. The findings indicate that Muslim entrepreneurs perceive the Qur’an as a source of material and spiritual blessing, influencing business orientation, ethical conduct, and personal development. The verses analyzed (Q.S. al-An‘ām [6]:92, 155; al-Anbiyā’ [21]:50; and Ṣād [38]:29) emphasize the integration of divine guidance into commercial life. The study concludes that a Qur’an-based perception of blessing fosters ethical entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation, positioning religious consciousness as a central component of sustainable business success.