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The concept of takaful, or Islamic insurance, where resources are pooled to help the needy does not contradict Shariah (Islamic Law). The concept is in line with the principles of compensation and shared responsibilities among the community. It is not a new concept, in fact it had been practiced by the Muhajrin of Mecca and the Ansar of Medina following the hijra (migration) of the Prophet over 1400 years ago. It is generally accepted by Muslim Jurists that the operation of conventional insurance does not conform to the rules and requirements of Shariah.
Conventional insurance involves the elements of uncertainty
(Al-gharar) in the contract of insurance, gambling (Al-maisir) as the consequences of the presence of uncertainty and interest
(Al-riba) in the investment activities of the conventional insurance companies which contravene the rules of Shariah. Takaful is an alternative form of cover which a Muslim can avail himself against the risk of loss due to misfortunes.
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Al-Takaful Al-Ijtimai And Islamic Socialism
The Muslim World, vol: 59, issue: 3-4, 1969, pages: 275-286.
Sami A. Hanna
The real prelude for the concept of al-takaful al-ijtimai, which is nowadays one of the common themes among the revolutionary regimes in Egypt, Syria and Iraq, may be traced back to the days of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself and his successors. This concept was... Read More
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Insurable Interest: Can the Modern Law be Adopted in Takaful Operations? An Analysis
- By Dr. Mohd. Ma’sum Billah
Journal of Islamic Banking and Finance, volume: 7, issue: 2, year: April-June 2000, pages:60-63
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Socio Benefits Of Takaful / Islamic Insurance
- By Dr. Norhashimah Mohd Yasin
Al - Nahdah,19, No.2, December 1995, 43-44,Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia
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Al-Takaful Al-Ijtimai And Islamic Socialism
- By Sami A. Hanna
The Muslim World, vol: 59, issue: 3-4, 1969, pages: 275-286.
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Takaful Industry: Global Profile and Trends, 2001
- By Mohammad Ajmal Bhatty
New Horizon No:. 108, April 2001
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Bank Confident Of Better Business With Takaful Scheme
- By Staff Report
New Horizon Issue 57 November 1996
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