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Slavery and Justice - Judges are of three types, two of whom will go to Hell and one to Paradise. The one who will go to Paradise is a man who knows what is right and gives judgement accordingly. However, a man who knows what is right, and does not give judgement accordingly and acts unjustly in his judgement, will be in the Hell-fire. Likewise, a man who does not know what is right and judges people with ignorance, will be in the Hell-fire.
The book examines the different types of judges and their ultimate fates based on their adherence to justice. The text, attributed to Imam Kathir, categorizes judges into three distinct groups: one destined for Paradise and two for Hell. It elaborates on the criteria for salvation, emphasizing the judge's knowledge of what is right and their commitment to rendering judgments accordingly. Conversely, it details the consequences for those who knowingly pervert justice or rule with ignorance, consigning them to Hell-fire.
This work, attributed to Imam Kathir, offers a theological perspective on judicial roles and responsibilities within Islamic tradition. The text delineates clear criteria for righteous judgment, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and adherence to truth as pathways to divine favor. It serves as a cautionary exposition on the severe spiritual repercussions of judicial misconduct, whether through deliberate injustice or ignorant rulings. The book's focus on the moral and ethical dimensions of judging positions it as a significant text for understanding Islamic legal and ethical thought.
Page Count:
116
Publication Date:
2019-06-06
Publisher:
Amazon Digital Services LLC - KDP Print US
ISBN-10:
1072553902
ISBN-13:
9781072553908
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