political prisoner turned iconic intellectual of 20 th century
Imam Chebli: Follow the law, but embrace the guidance of Surah Shura. Truth with Sadid الحقيقة مع سديد The Message of Surah Shura in Our Time A Conversation with Imam Hamad Ahmad Chebli (He Reached the US Congress and Offered His Dua) Hosted by Sadid Quraishi, Anchor and Writer, Princeton, USA Sadid Quraishi: Imam, Assalamu Alaikum. You recently delivered a remarkable khutba on Surah Shura at ISCJ. For my readers, could you explain the meaning of the word Shura and its core principles? Imam Hamad Ahmad Chebli: Wa Alaikum Assalam, Sadid. Shura means consultation, and it forms the foundation of Islamic governance and community decision-making. The Qur’an in Surah Ash-Shura (42:38) praises those who “conduct their affairs by mutual consultation.” In practice, it encourages collective decision-making. Leaders should seek advice from experts and the community, rather than acting alone. This ensures fairness, accountability, and decisions that serve the best interests of the ...
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