The Economic System of Islam — Page 7
7 peace, improve economic well-being of their subjects, make their lives secure, and do not squander the country’s resources in unnec- essary wars resulting in wanton loss of life. In other words, the State is obligated to ensure peace, security and well-being of its citizens. Justice Among People and Nations The Holy Quran states at another place : 5 That is, O people, Allah commands that when you are in a position to make over the trust of authority to someone, you should grant it to those worthy of discharging the responsibility. [Then those who are placed in authority are addressed with the admonition that since they have been elected to positions of authority by the people, it is their duty that] When you make certain decisions, do so with justice. And surely Allah admonishes you! Excellent is that with which Allah admonishes you. Verily Allah is All-Hearing, All- Seeing. This verse instructs the people that when given the opportu- nity to choose someone as the ruler, they should select the best candidate for the task, who is capable of discharging the affairs of 5 S u rah an-Nis a ’, 4:59, (publishers)