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Describe the concept of Islamic worldview
Explain the five axioms of Islamic ethical philosophy
and their importance to a Muslims life
Explain the Islamic perspective of the relationship
between firms and their stakeholders
Explain some prohibited matters in business
transactions
Islamic ethics
Islamic ethics can be defined as:
Al Quran
Sunnah
Decisions that are based on the Quran and Sunnah are deemed
ethical.
Muhammad pbuh was the only one that Allah commanded to lead the entire
humanity. He was the last of all Prophets.
Tawheed
Khalifah
Taqwa
abd
Four Principles of
the Islamic Ethical System
Tawheed
Belief in the unity of Allah.
Taqwa
abd
doing harm.
We must also obey Allah, make a
good society and take care of this
world.
Equilibrium
Free will
Responsibility of a Khalifah
Responsibility to Allah unwavering faith on the unity of Allah and
in the society.
Responsibility to the Environment to use natural resources in
The Islamic ethical system thus requires a Muslim to totally submit to the
Creator, seek from Him guidance and give the best to fellow humans as a
khalifah on Earth.
Islamic knowledge is pertinent above all other forms of knowledge, to enable
a Muslim to lead a life of taqwa or piety.
Professional
Values
Education, Skill,
Honesty,
Punctuality,
Trustworthy,
Syura(
consultation).
Personal
Values
Quality
Values
Accountability,
Moderation,
Excellence,
Patience,
Tolerance,
Humble, Salam.
Quality,
productivity,
Itqan (i.e. the
level of quality
work),
Istiqamah (i.e.
being straight
and
steadfast/commi
tment),
Efficiency,
Creativity,
Innovation,
Collectivity ,
Ihsan
(benevolence i.e.
being kind and
helpful)
(Source: Paper The Role of Islamic Ethics in Organizations: An Experience in Malaysia Norazzah Kamri and
Khairiah Salwa Hj. Mokhtar, USM)
Man
His creation is for a purpose
success
Worldview
Determines our actions
Different from person to person
Worldview can take us away from or closer to our
purpose
Worldview must be accurate, positive and motivating
The Anointment
That of a guardian
Special Creation
Allah breathed His spirit into Man.
Man is Special
Given the highest degree of free will;
Intellect is like no other;
Chosen One
We have indeed created man in the best of moulds,
(At Tin 95:4)
Self
Society
Physical World
Three Responsibilities
goodness ourselves
Clear instructions in Quran & Sunnah
The believers, men and women, are protectors one of another: they enjoin what is
just, and forbid what is evil
(At Taubah 9:71)
Taqwa
A comprehensive word found in the AlQuran that carries the meaning of fear,
grateful to Him.
and be
To carry out responsibilities, we must know what is right and what is wrong.
Allah.
taqwa as a value.
Life is a Jihad
Our entire life is a jihad. Jihad one of the fundamentals of
Islam
Our Responsibility
Humans are responsible for the progression (or even the
regression) of the Earth.
Being Khalifah is THE MOST IMPORTANT ROLE. A leader on
this Earth.
Unique and special role
A Life of Worship
The two books (Al- Quran and
Hadith/ Sunnah)
studied in balance
Will
lead
understanding
practice
must
to
and
be
better
better
Ibadah
(Source: http://www.islam101.com/dawah/pillars.html )