Author: Dr. Muhammad Zia-ur-Rahman Azmi (Rahimahullah)
Purchasing stolen goods indirectly supports the act of theft and encourages the thief to continue their wrongdoing.
❀ Obligation to Uphold Justice:
Islam requires Muslims to uphold justice and integrity by not benefiting from the misfortune or harm caused to others through theft.
❀ Role of the Individual and Society:
Both individuals and authorities have a responsibility to curb theft and its consequences by promoting justice and discouraging sinful acts.
Ruling on Stolen Goods
If a person knows that a particular item is stolen, it is haram (forbidden) for them to purchase it. Furthermore, it becomes their duty to:- Express Disapproval:
Show dislike for the act of theft and discourage the individual selling the stolen goods. - Advise to Return the Stolen Item:
Counsel the thief to return the stolen goods to their rightful owner. - Seek Assistance from Authorities:
If advice and disapproval prove ineffective, the individual should seek help from government authorities or responsible officials to ensure the stolen property is returned to its owner.
Key Points
❀ Prohibition of Supporting Theft:Purchasing stolen goods indirectly supports the act of theft and encourages the thief to continue their wrongdoing.
❀ Obligation to Uphold Justice:
Islam requires Muslims to uphold justice and integrity by not benefiting from the misfortune or harm caused to others through theft.
❀ Role of the Individual and Society:
Both individuals and authorities have a responsibility to curb theft and its consequences by promoting justice and discouraging sinful acts.