Muhammad (saw) – The Perfect Man — Page 627
Muhammad sa The Perfect Man 627 am commanded to judge justly between you". (42:16) This commandment formed the foundation of Islamic Judicial system and it was incumbent on the believers to willingly accept the decisions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa as final. Verse sixty six of S u rah An-Nis a ’ commands "But no, by thy Lord, they are not believers until they make thee judge in all that is in dispute between them and then find not in their hearts any demur concerning that which thou decidest and submit with full submission. " His teachings were, "Verily, All a h requires you to abide by justice, and to treat with grace, and give like the giving of kin to kin. " (16:91) Islamic teachings of Justice The Holy Qur’ a n has given us comprehensive teachings of justice in every aspect of social and religious life. Only important points of this vast topic can be mentioned here. 1. To associate partners with All a h is unjust. This is the religious aspect of justice. 2. Social justice demands, "To do good to your parents or at least treat them well as they treated you with kindness. " (6:152) 3. To discharge the obligations regarding children with justice.