Social Systems in Islam

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

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

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

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

What does Islam establish among all humans besides religious brotherhood?

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

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

What unites the hearts of believers towards a common aim 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.

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.