God is not concerned with the amount of wealth a person
may have amassed, their beauty or color, but rather, His measure of honor is
the piety of the hearts. God says:
“On humankind! Indeed We created you from a male and
female, and we made you different nations and tribes, that you may come to know
one other. Indeed the most honored amongst you are the most
God-conscious.” (Quran 49:13)
The Prophet also said:
“Indeed God is not concerned with your appearances nor
your wealth, but rather your hearts and deeds.” (Saheeh Muslim)
As one can immediately surmise from these principles that
the Islamic economic system is radically different from others, due to the
difference of the values upon which it is based.
In a capitalist society, one may see certain rules of
economics which take precedence over moral and ethical values due to the
intrinsic nature and values of that system.
The same may be seen in communist, socialist and other
societies as well.
From the principles mentioned in these articles does the
Islamic system of economics spring, striking balance between personal benefit
and the benefit of society as a whole, as well as mundane profits and spiritual
gains, all which ensure that one gain the Pleasure of the Lord of the Worlds.
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