Nor can one take an unfair attitude even towards enemies…

““Nor can one take an unfair attitude even towards enemies: "Let the enmity of a people[towards you] not determine you upon an unjust course; be fair, it is closer to taqwā. Quran””

Fazlur Rahman

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Justice should guide actions even toward enemies, avoiding unfairness despite hostility.

In simple terms: Be fair even to foes.

Key Takeaway

Choose justice over retaliation.

Themes

justice fairness ethics

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

conflict resolution
legal judgments
interpersonal disputes

Key Concepts

taqwā moral duty equity

Questions to Reflect On

How can you act justly when provoked?
What principles guide your fairness?

A Different Perspective

Fairness may be hard when emotions run high.

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