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NEW DELHI: The book Kasb-e-Maash Ka Islami Tasawwur (Islamic Concept of Livelihood) by Maulana Muhammad Anas Falahi Madani was launched at the Indian Center for Islamic Finance (ICIF) on Saturday. This publication was made possible through the collaboration and financial support of ICIF and Rafah Chambers of Commerce, along with the coordination of Tasneefi Academy.
In his introduction, the author discussed two prevalent attitudes towards wealth in Muslim society: one driven by inflation and the other by extravagance. He noted that some individuals disregard ethical boundaries in their pursuit of wealth, often ignoring whether their means are halal or haram, driven solely by the desire to accumulate more.
“Islam recognizes wealth as a vital necessity of life. While individuals are encouraged to earn as much as they wish, it is imperative that they do so through legitimate means and adhere to the limits set by Allah,” he emphasized.
Dr. Razi-ul-Islam Nadvi, National Secretary of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, expressed his appreciation for the book’s detailed exploration of this balanced perspective of Islam. He outlined the book’s structure, noting that it consists of six chapters: the first examines the nature of worldly life through the lens of the Qur’an and Sunnah; the second highlights motivational aspects of earning a living as described in the Qur’an and Hadith; the third discusses legitimate versus illegitimate sources of income; the fourth reflects on the economic life of the Prophet Muhammad; the fifth covers methods of earning and spending; and the sixth analyzes the consequences of Islamic and non-Islamic approaches to wealth accumulation.
Dr. Nadvi expressed hope that the book would be well received in both academic and religious circles, clearing up many misunderstandings in the process.
Professor Mohsin Usmani Nadvi praised the author for illustrating Islamic principles of earning through various examples from the Qur’an and Hadith.
In his closing remarks, Professor Jawed Ahmad Khan, Chairman of ICIF, pointed out the abundance of literature focused on spending, contrasting it with the scarcity of works aimed at wealth creation. He urged young students and researchers to engage in research that meets the demands of our rapidly evolving economic landscape, where the focus increasingly lies on wealth generation and investment. H. Abdur Raqeeb, General Secretary of ICIF, concluded by emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, particularly for women.
