Social Systems in Islam
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What are the two new foundations that Islam established for the social system?

  • Race and language
  • Wealth and status
  • Military strength and political power
  • Religion and humanity (correct)

    • How does religion impact individuals in society according to Islamic principles?

  • It increases materialistic pursuits.
  • It encourages competition and rivalry.
  • It fosters a sense of equality and brotherhood. (correct)
  • It promotes individualism and isolation.

    • What is a potential negative use of religion in societal context before Islam?

  • It can drive advancements in science.
  • It can facilitate peaceful coexistence.
  • It can enhance social welfare.
  • It can be used to promote blind racial prejudice. (correct)

    • Which verse of the Quran is cited to show Islam's universal mercy?

    <p>Al-Anbiya: 107</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Islam establish among all humans besides religious brotherhood?

    <p>Human brotherhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Islam aim to eliminate by promoting religious unity?

    <p>Blind tribalism and pride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the natural factors that Islam respects among people?

    <p>Political power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unites the hearts of believers towards a common aim in Islam?

    <p>Desire for God's pleasure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Foundations of Social System in Islam

    • In pre-Islamic societies, social systems were based on natural bonds such as kinship, race, and language, but Islam introduced two new foundations: the foundation of religion and the foundation of humanity.

    The Foundation of Religion

    • The foundation of religion unites people by creating a sense of true equality and brotherhood among them, as it binds them to one God, one destiny, and one goal.
    • It eliminates blind loyalty to race, pride, and rivalry, and instead, creates a sense of genuine desire to please Allah.
    • It unites people's emotions, aspirations, and hearts, making them strive for Allah's pleasure and the Hereafter.

    The Foundation of Humanity

    • In some cases, the foundation of religion can be a factor in dividing society, especially when it is used to promote racial or sectarian supremacy.
    • However, Islam is different, as it is not a national or racial religion, but a mercy to all humanity, believers and non-believers alike.
    • Allah says in the Quran: "And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds" (21:107).

    The Bonds

    • Islam establishes a bond of religious brotherhood among believers, and a bond of humanity among all humans, based on the unity of the human species.
    • All humans are brothers and sisters, having one God and one father, emphasizing the unity of humanity.

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    Quiz on the foundations of social systems in Islam, including the role of religion and humanity. It discusses how Islam established a new social order, going beyond natural ties of kinship, race, and language.

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