Justice and human rights in Islam
Abstract
This paper aim at exploring Religion, Justice and Human rights in Islamic perspective. It will evaluate some
challenges facing religion especially Islam in advocating for justice and human rights. The paper also establish the impact
of religion in advocating for justice and human rights in society. In some instances it explore how Islamic teachings can be
implemented to promote Justice and Human rights. The paper will help both the religious and political leaders to promote
Justice and Human rights.
Islam has Five Pillars of religion. These pillars rotate around faith and practice. Analyzing the pillars, one realize
that Justice and human rights are highly emphasized in Islam. Muslims believe that there can be no real justice except as an
aspect of submission to Allah who is the source of justice. Although Allah is beyond comprehension or analysis, the Holy
Qur’an teach about His attributes through what are sometimes called “the 99 attributes of Allah” and one of these is alªAdl,
“the Just”. Another of these names is al-Muqsit, “the Dispenser of Justice” or “He who gives to each thing its due”.
the fact remains that no justice can be attained without truth. That is why Qur’an emphasize that truth must always be
adhered to in all undertakings. The Prophet PBUH also compelled Muslims to always speak the truth even when in danger.
This will make justice a reality hence attainment of Human rights
The paper will focus on justice in Islam. It is divided into the following subsections; the introduction ; pillars of
Islam and justice; Qur’an on truth and justice; reality of Islam and conclusion.
Citation
OMARI, HASSAN KINYUA. "JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN ISLAM."Publisher
University of Nairobi
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