Obligations of a Muslim towards their Community:
Islamic Principles:
1. Care for neighbors.
2. Support vulnerable members.
3. Promote unity and harmony.
4. Enjoin good and forbid evil.
5. Participate in community service.
Quranic Wisdom:
“Help one another in righteousness.” (Quran 5:2)
Prophetic Advice:
“Love for your brother what you love for yourself.” (Hadith)
Community Responsibilities:
1. Volunteer.
2. Donate to charity.
3. Offer expertise.
4. Participate in community events.
5. Advocate for justice.
Additional Tips:
1. Engage in Da’wah.
2. Support local mosques.
3. Collaborate with organizations.
4. Mentor youth.
5. Seek knowledge.
Scholarly Insights:
Imam Al-Ghazali’s “The Book of Social Conduct”
Imam Ibn Taymiyyah’s “The Book of Community”
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