What does Islam say about justice?

Islam is a complete code of life. It tells us about each and every thing which can establish an ideal and perfect society. It is one of the important pillars of Islamic society. Before discussing justice in dept we should clearly know about the meaning of justice.

Meaning of justice

The exact meaning of justice is to place things on their rightful place. It is a moral virtue. It is an attribute of human personality.

Importance of justice

Justice is one of the important pillars to maintain natural and social order.  In Quran E Hakeem it is said that justice is a supreme virtue. Basically it is a basic objective of Islam. Allah Almighty has declared in Quran E Hakeem about justice that:-

“Verily, Allah enjoins justice, good-doing, and giving to kin. And He forbids the indecent, evil and rebellion. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be mindful.”

At another place it is said that:-

“Believers! Stand out firmly for Allah, bearing testimony to justice and let not the detestation of a people lead you to injustice. Be just. That is nearer to taqwa. Fear Allah. Verily, Allah is Aware of what you do.”

The main purpose of sending Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) in this world was actually to establish justice in an injustice society. In Quran E Hakeem it is said that:-

“We surely sent Our messengers with clear signs and sent down with them the Book and the balance so that the people may establish justice. And We sent down iron wherein is great military might, and (other) benefits for the people, so that Allah may know who helps Him and His Messengers56 in the Unseen. Surely, Allah is Strong, Mighty”.

In this verse the word messengers show that the main purpose of sending all the prophets was to establish justice in society

Reasons of injustice

. We are living in an Islamic society but we are facing injustice. There are many reasons behind this injustice. There are many reasons behind this injustice.

1.      Ignorance

Ignorance is one of the reasons of injustice. When a person does not know exactly that what is the exact matter it gives the result as injustice.

2.      Fear

Fear is another reason of injustice. When a person feels fear from opposite force he could not speak truth.

3.      Meanness

Meanness is another reason of injustice. They feel pleasure when they see people disturbed and depressed.

4.      No check and balance from the Government

When there is no check and balance from the Government citizens face the problem of injustice.

     So justice is basic principle of Islam. This virtue has its roots in Allah Almighty Himself. Allah Almighty has warned His believers that if they want to receive mercy from Him then they should show mercy to their fellows. It is said by Holy Prophet (PBUH) that:-

“God gives a reward for gentleness which He will never give for harshness”.

We are facing many problems and many of these problems are because of the lack of justice. Today’s world has the need of social justice.