Business Ethics in Islam

Synopsis

Business Ethies In Islam Begins With A Discussion On The Relationship Of Human Beings With This World, With Their Creator, And Their Personal Attitude Towards Time, Money, Affluence And Charity. The Link Between Human Efforts And Divine Decree In Seeking Sustenance Is Explored Along With The Role Of Prayer (du'a) And Reliance On Cod (tawakkul) In Pursuit Of Wealth. Then It Moves On To Describe Their Interaction With Fellow Human Beings While They Go About Pursuing Material Blessings: Customers, Employees, And Business Partners. Issues Of Truthfulness. Honesty. And Regard For The Well-being Of All, Muslims As Well As Non-muslims, Is Also Discussed. This Is Followed By An Overview Of The Types Of Businesses And Trades Which Are Considered Legitimate Or Otherwise In Islam. Issues Of Intoxicant Drinks, Animal Products, And Money Related Issues (such As Interest [riba], Bank Activities, Mutual Funds, The Stock Market And Futures Markets) Is Discussed. Finally, It Presents The Challenges That Muslims Generally Face While Working In The West: Dress Code, Hijab And Beard Issues To Religious Holidays, Daily And Friday Prayers, And Christmas Party.