This axis gathers 1 instance of the use of this verse in Muhammad Shahrur’s books, linking it to the concepts and arguments that appear around it.

The verse as quoted

… AND GOD IS NOT IN THE LEAST UNJUST TO THE SERVANTS

Brief reading

The two verses are read as a statement of the state of compulsory submission on the Day of Reckoning, without freedom of choice.

Axes

  • Faith-based
  • Human and ethical
  • the servants: 2

Its place in the network of concepts

It is connected to the idea of moving from worldly freedom to compulsion in recompense.

The verse’s role in the argument

  • Distinction: 1

Instances of use

  • Islam and Man: He uses it to support the idea that the Day of Reckoning contains no freedom of choice, but rather compulsory submission to punishment or recompense.
    • Concept: the servants
    • Function of the verse here: Distinction
    • Textual evidence: «{ … AND GOD IS NOT IN THE LEAST UNJUST TO THE SERVANTS } (al-Hajj 9-10)»

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