Al-Mawardi Quotes on Justice
Abu al-Hasan Ali ibn Muhammad al-Mawardi was an Arab Islamic jurist of the Shafi'i school and the principal classical theorist of Sunni political thought. This page collects quotes attributed to Al-Mawardi on the topic of justice, drawn from across the philosopher's works.
Quotes
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Attributed to Al-Mawardi:
“Religion and government are twins; one preserves what the other establishes.”
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Attributed to Al-Mawardi:
“The caliph holds his office in trust for the community of believers.”
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Attributed to Al-Mawardi:
“Justice in rule is more precious than gold in trade.”
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Attributed to Al-Mawardi:
“He who rules without justice is not a ruler but an oppressor.”