Body Shaming Issues By Courtesy Of Malay Culture And Maqasid Syariah

Abstract

The issue of body shaming is not a new phenomenon in our society today and it has become more contagious in recent times. This is because, there are a handful of people who are still ignorant in relation to this crime of bullying. There are various modus operandi adopted by some irresponsible individuals in committing these crimes; including through the increasingly prevalent social media without guilt. In this context, the victim will experience mental abuse and psychological problems including depression, vindictiveness, irritability, loss of self -confidence, eating disorders, etc. which in turn can lead to death (as a result of suicide). The methodology used in this study is penyeldidikan through secondary methods, namely through Consequently, this study will affect the terms of the alignment between the lens of the civilization (culture) of Malay and Islamic perspectives (religion) through maqasid syariah concept as a whole. It is hoped that; these negative issues involving dignity and the value of honor will be able to be resolved for the sake of mutual harmony.