Can a state be considered Muslim if it applies only part of the Shari'ah and not the rest?
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Question:
If the Shari'ah is applied in a certain state regarding crimes such as murder and zina (unlawful sexual intercourse), is that state considered a Muslim state? It is known that there are Shari'ah rulings that have not been applied in this state.
Answer:
No, and no. May Allah keep you safe. If Allah wills.
If the Shari'ah is applied in a certain state regarding crimes such as murder and zina (unlawful sexual intercourse), is that state considered a Muslim state? It is known that there are Shari'ah rulings that have not been applied in this state.
Answer:
No, and no. May Allah keep you safe. If Allah wills.
Source
قناة «فضيلة الشيخ ابن باز Alsheikh Binbaz»، 69 هل تكون الدولة مسلمة بتطبيق جزء من شرع الله دون الجزء الآخر؟ للإمام ابن باز — youtube.com
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