From Al-Azlam to Digital Gambling: Ibn Kathir’s Interpretation of Qur’an 5:90 and Pseudo-Random Number Generators
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https://doi.org/10.61455/sicopus.v4i02.532Keywords:
digital gambling, pseudo-random number generator (prng), al-azlam, qur’an 5:90, ibn kathir’s tafsirAbstract
Objective: This study aims to analyze the transformation of gambling practices from conventional forms to digital gambling. The focus is on comparing the practices of Al-Azlam in QS. Al-Maidah verse 90 with the Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) mechanism. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework uses the perspective of Islamic theology and law through the concept of qiyas. Ibn Kathir's interpretation of Al-Azlam is used as a basis for comparison with the PRNG mechanism in digital gambling. Literature review: The literature review includes classical interpretations of Al-Azlam's practices as well as technical literature on PRNG and the Return to Player (RTP) system. This literature is used to explain the theological and technical aspects of digital gambling. Methods: This study uses a qualitative method with the type of library research approach. The analysis was carried out comparatively using the qiyas approach. Results: The results of the study show that PRNG is a modern form of Al-Azlam practice. The difference is only in the media, from arrows to digital algorithms. However, both have something in common with 'illat, which is to rely on speculative mechanisms without rational causes. Implications: These findings show that digital gambling has the same substance as gambling, which is forbidden in Islam. This practice has the potential to damage the value of monotheism and human rationality. Novelty: The novelty of the research lies in the integration of the study of Qur'an interpretation with the technological analysis of digital algorithms. This research relates the concept of Al-Azlam to the PRNG mechanism in modern gambling.
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