Urban Regulations
Islam and Peaceful Coexistence with the Environment (Part One)
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13 February 2012
The concept of the environment in Islam
In Islam, all things have been created with purpose and in proportion and measure, both qualitatively and quantitatively, (al-Qamar 49). Concerning the environment, which is God’s creation too, its role is dual: to worship its Lord and Creator, and to be subjected to man whom it surrounds. As for the former, Allah says: “Seest thou not that to Allah prostrate all things that are in the heavens and on earth, - the sun, the moon, the stars, the hills, the trees, the animals, and a great number among mankind? But a great number are (also) such as unto whom the chastisement is justly due. And such as Allah shall disgrace, - none can raise to honor: for Allah carries out all that He wills.” (al-Hajj 18)
How justice and rights in Islam shape Urbanism
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07 April 2011
Islamic law doesn't allow the acquisition of others' property without their consent. Individuals' rights and their belonging are protected from any illegal action of appropriation, be it from the other people or the public authorities. If this happens, it is called in Islamic law Ghasb. Even in a case of necessity, a mosque is not permitted to be built or extended on a land that is acquired by force. Unless its owner is satisfied and fairly refunded, the action is considered illegal, and prayer in this mosque is said not be accepted.
