Introduction

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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....”