Waqf-e-Nau Syllabus – Series No. 2 Book No. 6 — Page 88
“And give full measure when you measure, and weigh with a right balance; that is best and most commendable in the end. ” (17:36) We are instructed to weigh, measure and balance correctly. In the end that is the best course. In major transactions it is always advisable to keep a carefully written record of the agreement. It is incumbent on the parties to the agreement to keep it with due care. “Woe unto those who give short measure; Those who, when they take by measure from other people, take it full; But when they give by measure to others or weigh to them, they give them less. ” (83:2- 4) There is nothing else but torture for those who in their transactions weigh less but insist on full measure for themselves and when they weigh for others they weigh less. Whenever you receive something, you should respond with gratitude. When thanking use the Islamic terminology i. e. ‘Jazakamullah’. When you borrow some article and return it make sure that it is at least in the same condition as it was when borrowed. If you happen to present a gift, do so in the spirit of service to humanity and then never remind the recipient of your favour. If someone borrows something from you and is unable to return it at the agreed time, then grant him some respite. When you present a gift do not praise it excessively. You should Page 88