As usual, the Ta’alim started just after 12pm, beginning with a supplication, seeking refuge from the devil, and a Bismillah. A group recitation of a portion of Surah al-Mujadalah was done, repeatedly, to aid memorization. It was clear to see that the environment itself paved the way for gentle correction of any mistakes, whether stemming from memory or tajweed.
Following this session was a lecture on ‘SOCIETAL REFORMATION: THE ROLE OF MUSLIM LAW STUDENTS’ delivered by Mr. Niche Hussein, a lecturer from the faculty of arts. This was followed by a quick question and answer session, after which all departed to meet again next week.
His discussion was focused on the following:
§ The society is in need of people who can champion the fight for justice. Muslim lawyers are in prime position to make substantial changes, as such, the training of student lawyers is essential to achieving justice in our society.
§ We must consider our intentions. Do you intend to strive for the cause of Allah, fight to uphold justice, or do you aspire to worldly gain alone? It is important to purify your intentions. If studying law is only for the sake of money, or power or something else, you might as well not be studying the course or you must change your intention.
§ Whoever goes into a field to seek knowledge must do it for the sake of Allah (SWT).
§ We must understand that law is not merely a profession. Allah has created the judiciary to carry out the important duty of spreading justice and you have opted to carry that burden. It is a responsibility that we will be held accountable for on the yawm al-qiyama. Deferring to the religion in all of our dealings will protect us from punishment in the hereafter.
§ A judge must be just at all times. This does not only relate to his integrity. He must be careful to apply with wisdom, all that he has learnt in determining matters brought before him justly.
§ In the same vein, a lawyer must not knowingly stand for that which he knows to be wrong (or a person who he knows to be in the wrong), and if he has secured a verdict that is favourable even though he knows that he does not deserve it, then he must not obstruct the achievement of justice, as that favourable judgment will be like a portion of the fire for him and his client.
§ Aiming for what is halal at all times will bring us happiness and success.
§ This does not mean that going after money should be prohibited, afterall; wealth is one of the basic necessities of Muslim life. However, it should not be your first priority.
§ You are to tailor the career to your need to serve Allah. That is your sole aim. Making money, and in halal ways is a secondary consideration.
§ Muslims must, in all spheres of life live as the prophet (saw) taught. In the field of law, then, we must always stand for what is just and right.
We’d love to hear what you think about this week’s discussion! Be sure to leave any comments or questions in the comment section.
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