Muhammad Quotes


If any fail to govern by what God has revealed, those are the wrongdoers.


Context

This verse has been one of the bases of Muslim theocratic states like Iran’s claim to legitimacy. The word “govern” is sometimes translated as “judge.” In the context of the 6th century, there were no separation of powers as we know them and judging, governing and legislating were melded.


Citations

Muhammad, 571-632, Founder of Islam, Koran, Sura 4:59

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Muhammad
Muhammad
  • Born:
  • Died: June 8, 0632
  • Nationality: Arabic
  • Profession: Prophet

Muhammad was an Arab religious, social, and political leader and the founder of Islam. According to Islamic doctrine, he was a prophet, sent to preach and confirm the monotheistic teachings of Adam, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and other prophets. He is believed to be the final prophet of God in all the main branches of Islam, though some modern denominations diverge from this belief. Muhammad united Arabia into a single Muslim polity, with the Quran as well as his teachings and practices forming the basis of Islamic religious belief.