The Quran does not say “when all of you have decided” or “when the majority of you has decided” etc. “…then when you have decided…” ] this implies that the decision lies with one person alone ] not the entire Shura Body. A very important Hukm (directive) of Mashwara is laid out in this aayah ] the final and binding decision lies with the Ameer. By directing Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) firstly towards this command, the emphasis on this matter is trebled in importance.ĥ.
Although this aayah is directed to Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) in the first instance, it applies to all Muslims in general by way of implication.
It is this same principle as far as Mashwara is concerned first adopt all the means: Consult, collect all the views and deliberate on the issue at hand from all angles, then take the decision and leave the rest to Allah (Rabbul]Izzat) ] thereafter trust on Him alone.Ĥ. “Tie the camel first, then trust upon Allah.” This is the true concept of Tawakkul from Quran and Hadith. Islam has always advocated the policy of adopting the means first and then trusting upon Allah ] Tawakkul. In this manner the importance and method of Mashwara was embedded in the minds of the Sahaba (radiyallahu]anhum) and thus this practice gained prominence and priority in the life of the Sahaba and those that followed their ways.ģ. What is the reason for Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) consulting and making Mashwara with his companions? In order to emphasize the importance of Mashwara, he practically carried it out and showed them the ways and etiquette of Mashwara. This alone speaks volumes on the importance of Mashwara.Ģ. Yet we find the Quran has instructed even Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) to resort to Mashwara with his companions. Allah Ta’ala could have guided him to the correct decision even without mutual consultation. Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) was not really in need of the views and consultation of the Sahabah (radiyallahu]anhum), because he was educated and taught directly by Allah (Rabbul]Izzat) via the medium of Wahi. Verily Allah loves those who have trust (in Him)” ġ. Then when you have firmly decided, have trust on Allah.
“And make Mashwara (consult) with them in affairs (of importance). (Relevant Quranic Aayaat regarding the importance of Mashwara:) We have been informed by the most truthful of men, Sayyidina Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam) in one of his gems of wisdom: “He who resorts to Istikharah will not be at a loss and he who resorts to Mashwara will never regret.” Whenever any issue of importance arises before making any decision, always resort to by the practice of the Sahaabah (Radiyallahu]anhum) and the Pious Elders of all erasĪll Muslims must strive to bring alive this vital practice in all facets and matters of their individual and collective lives. by the practical example of Rasulullah (sallallahu]alayhi]wasallam)Ĥ. This meritorious practice of great benefit is strongly encouraged:ģ. Islam greatly exhorts the practice of Mashwara (mutual]consultation) in all matters of importance.Whether relating to individual issues, matters relating to the home, matters relating to the community or a country, Islam emphasizes the importance and great benefits of Mashwara.
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