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The Concepts of Ethics & Fiqh (Definitions (Technically (Field of…
The Concepts of Ethics &
Fiqh
Definitions
Ethos
- character
Technically
Field of study that has morality as subject matter
Values or rules of conduct held by an individual/group
'Ilm al-Akhlaq
- Science of morality
Al-Akhlaq
- Morality (nature)
Khalq
- body
Khuluq
- moral character (inner man; soul)
Importance of Ethics in Islam
The spirit of Islam
Good relationship w/ human beings = good morality = good relationship with Allah
Prophet (s.a.w.) was sent for perfecting good morals. A Muslim is one who avoids harming Muslims with his tongue and hand
`ibadat
Salah - Restrains from evil
Zakah - Purify & sanctify wealth
Siyam - Fasting may make people righteos
Hajj - No lewdness, abuse nor angry conversation
Validation and Authentication of Iman
Give nourishment to roots
Convinction -> Foundation
Profession -> Declaration
Practice -> Validation
Hypocrite Hadith
Lacking in good morals = Lacking in faith
Why must we be moral?
Individual
Voluntary fasts and prayers at night
Dearest subject to Allah
Melts sins just like water melts ice
Spoils good deeds as vinegar spoils honey
Social
Stable, secure and harmonious society
Civilization to a just end
Good leader
Good reputation
Strong family life
Interrelationship between
Fiqh
and Ethics
Fiqh
In-depth understanding
The science of the derived legal rules as acquired from their particular resources
Similar objectives
Guide human lives by virtues and away from vices
Regulate relationship of man with God, and man with man