Charter and Core Principles of the Muslim Scholars Association in Lebanon
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2 min read • Smart built-in reader1. Adherence to Islamic Reference
Grounding every stance and statement in the rulings of Islamic Sharia and its lofty objectives of preserving religion, life, intellect, honor, and property.
2. Institutionalizing Shura (Consultation)
Adopting consultative decision-making in the management of public affairs, and rejecting despotism of opinion or unilateralism in matters of destiny.
3. Respect for Jurisprudential Pluralism
Honoring recognized jurisprudential diversity within the Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jama'ah tradition, and fostering a culture of cooperation and solidarity in place of discord and division.
4. Safeguarding Civil Peace and Coexistence
Protecting shared life and civil peace across Lebanon, rejecting sectarian and confessional strife, and working to establish a state of law and equitable citizenship.
5. Championing the Oppressed and Confronting Injustice
Standing sincerely alongside every wronged and downtrodden person, and unequivocally rejecting politically motivated detention, torture, and unjust trials.
6. Independence of Religious Institutions
Safeguarding the autonomy of Dar al-Fatwa and waqf and sharia institutions, and preserving the standing and authority of scholars free from subservience to influential figures and political parties.