Establishing Justice is from the Foundations of Islām By Abu Fuḍayl ‘Abdur Raqīb

In this address, Abu Fuḍayl outlines the comprehensive Islamic framework regarding fairness, societal balance, and religious responsibility. The core tenets discussed include: Foundation of the Religion: Justice ('Adl) is not merely a social preference but a foundational pillar governing the creed (Dīn) and human interaction. Divine Injunction: Allāh strictly commands mankind to uphold fairness and completely forbids all forms of oppression (Dhulm). Accountability Over Self: True justice must be established universally, even if it goes against oneself, one's desires, or one's close relatives. The Qualities of a Believer: A Muslim must possess sincerity, truthfulness, and sound knowledge to effectively judge or act with fairness. Consequences of Injustice: The lecture warns of the severe weight of the supplication of the oppressed person, which is directly answered by Allāh, while encouraging the oppressed to remain patient. Judicial Accountability: He touches upon the prophetic narration concerning the three types of judges—detailing how a lack of knowledge or deviation from the truth leads to destruction in the afterlife. Handling Differences: The lecture provides a methodology for maintaining justice and unity when differences or disputes arise among the people of the Sunnah.