Fair measurement becomes a matter of faith.
Shu’ayb urged Madyan to worship Allah, give full measure and weight, and avoid spreading corruption. His teaching addresses everyday economic ethics.
Explore the Quran and Hadith references for this chapter.
Shu’ayb urged Madyan to worship Allah, give full measure and weight, and avoid spreading corruption. His teaching addresses everyday economic ethics.
He explained that he did not wish to practise what he forbade. He sought reform as far as he could, relying on Allah, and called his people to repentance.
His opponents threatened expulsion and belittled him. The Qur’an contrasts their confidence with the rescue of the messenger and believers.
A further account names Shu’ayb in addressing the people of the thicket, again condemning dishonest measurement. Their rejection ends in judgement.