15 Hadiths Against Public Corruption

Corruption is one of the worst predicaments that haunt many countries around the world.

The abuse of power, authority and resources by governments and public servants hinders the progress of countries. It alienates ordinary citizens and blocks them from investing in the development of their nations.

Unfortunately, the ailment of corruption is something that plagues many Muslim countries. This raises questions like:

– Why is corruption rampant in these countries?

– Is it because they are “Muslim” countries?

– Is there anything in the Islamic culture that nurtures corruption?

The answer is absolutely not. In fact, corruption exists when nations are NOT adequately faithful to the Islamic teachings.

The following 15 hadiths are just examples of how Islam fights corruption. In Islam, it is individual and a collective responsibility to expose and stop any abuse of power and authority.

Public Service is a Great Responsibility

1. Narrated Abdullah ibn `Umar (may Allah be pleased with him):

I heard Allah’s Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) saying:

Every one of you is a guardian, and responsible for what is in his custody:

The ruler is a guardian of his subjects and responsible for them;

a husband is a guardian of his family and is responsible for it;

a lady is a guardian of her husband’s house and is responsible for it;

and a servant is a guardian of his master’s property and is responsible for it.”

I heard that from Allah’s Messenger and I think that the Prophet also said,

“A man is a guardian of his father’s property and is responsible for it.” (The Prophet continued,) “So all of you are guardians and responsible for what is under your care.” (Al- Bukhari)

2. Ma`qil ibn Yasar (may Allah be pleased with him) reported from the Prophet that Paradise is forbidden for any person in authority who dies while he is dishonest in his dealings with those under his rule. (Authenticated by Al-Albani)

3. Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated:

I said to the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him): O Messenger of Allah, will you not appoint me to a public office?

He stroked my shoulder with his hand and said:

“Abu Dharr, you are weak and authority is a trust. And on the Day of Judgment it is a cause of humiliation and regret except for one who fulfills its obligations and (properly) discharges the duties.”(Muslim)

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