Justice Flashcards
What does islam teach about justice?
it is important and one of the characteristics of Allah is al’adl which reminds muslim to be just
What do muslims believe about justice
it is important for victims as no justice means no peace
why is supporting justice and opposing injusice importnat?
muslims should act justly and do what is right, even if it means testifying against themsleves or their loved one
“You who believe, uphold justice and bear witness to God, even if it is against yourselves, your parents, or your close relatives”
Therefore muslims are not allowed to let personal interests or prejduci3e influence doing what is fair.
reasons why muslims believe justice is impportant for victims
- shows that the law supports victims and all crimes to be piunished
- no justice mean there would be unrest and disruption in society.
- prohet muhammad was prepared for his own chiildren tro be given the appropiate puniahment if they were found guilty of commiting a crime.
- Prophet Muhammad was renowed for his fairness and became a trusted mediator who peacefully resolved disagreements between tribes.
- Muslims extend the concept of justice to the distribution of wealth.
- through zakah, muslims try to ensure that everyone’s basic needs are met.
- what are non religious attitudes to justice?
- What are muslims reponse to justice?
- many non-religious people, including atheists and humanists support justice because it is a basic human right and all humans desereve freedom and respect.
- Muslims agree with non religious attitudes to justice and they also believe that humans are born with a sense of justice and that the prophets of Allah led the way in showing how justice should be served.