Islam's Response to Contemporary Issues — Page 140
140 islam’s response to contemporary issues tasks as you cannot perform yourself. As far as possible, feed your servants with whatever you feed your family. Provide them with similar clothing. Do not transgress against the meek in any way, or you will be held responsible before God. Lest you succumb to false pride, occasionally make your servants sit on the same table with you and serve them. ’ 1 Spending in a Good Cause Even in Adversity Human dignity is emphasised in the strongest terms in every sphere of life. The following verses of the Holy Quran present the code of ethics regarding the needs of the poor and needy and how these should be fulfilled. God’s reward for forgiveness is for: Those who spend in prosperity and adversity, and those who suppress anger and pardon men; and Allah loves those who do good. 2 Spending in the Cause of the Poor The concept of alms generally understood in the world is double- edged. On the one hand, it pays compliment to the qualities of excellence to the donor of the alms. On the other, it creates an