Post on 16-Apr-2017
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Introduction
Camp AMIR - a special gift from the alumnis to the new members
Imparting Islamic values and leaving a legacy behind for the next generation
Objectives Definition of leadership in Islam
Understanding our role as Muslim leaders (Muslim societies)
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Definition of “Leadership” Trust, “an explicit contract or a pledge” (bai’ah)
A bond between a leader and the followers
Leader is being ‘entrusted’ to protect the people and treat them fairly
Definition of “Leadership” Focus on leadership in Islam
– Integrity– Justice
Prophet Muhammad s.a.w as an exemplary leader
– “And you stand exalted standard of character.” [Al-Qalam 68:4]
What makes Islamic leadership interesting and different
Leadership is NOT reserved for a small elite
Prophet Muhammad s.a.w on leadership:
– “Each of you is a guardian and each of you will be asked about his subjects.” [Sahih Bukhari]
What makes Islamic leadership interesting and different
Muslims urged to appoint a leader even during a trip / expedition
Prophet Muhammad s.a.w on leadership:
– “When three persons set out on a journey, they should appoint one of them as their leader.”
What makes Islamic leadership interesting and different
The leader guides willing followers
The leader seeks voluntary participation of followers in an effort to reach certain objectives.
2 Primary Roles in Islamic leadership
A. Servant-leader“Sayyid al qawn khadimuhum”
(Omar Hassan Kasule, “Muslim Leaders’ Forum 98 Handbook”)(“The Servant as Leader”, Robert Greenleaf)
B. Guardian-leaderProphet Muhammad s.a.w’s leadership To protect his community against tyranny, oppression Encourage God-consciousness & taqwa Promote justice
(Prof Rafik Beekum & Prof Jamal Badawi)
Process of Islamic leadership Islam discourage Muslims from actively seeking
positions of authority
“Do not ask for a position of authority for if you are granted this position as a result of your asking for it, you will be left alone....” [Sahih Muslim]
Process of Islamic leadership
Expertise required in leadership selection
In situation where help is needed, one may seek a specific position to provide assistance
- Example of Prophet Yusuf a.s.’s request to the King of Egypt to be placed in charge of the granaries.
A deed accompanied with the right intention (to helpothers) within the parameters of Islam
Quranic Injunction
Leadership as an individual duty, a formula for the survival of the ummah– “You are the best of the nations raised up for the benefit of men, you
enjoin what is right and forbid the wrong and believe in Allah....”