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Posted by Suyuti1

- Jun 09, 2025, 03:33 PM

Amānah (trustworthiness) is a fundamental quality of a true believer and a sign of righteousness in Islam. It encompasses honesty, fulfilling responsibilities, keeping promises, and safeguarding the rights of others — whether personal, social, or spiritual.

Allah says:

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَأْمُرُكُمْ أَن تُؤَدُّوا۟ ٱلْأَمَـٰنَـٰتِ إِلَىٰٓ أَهْلِهَا
"Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due..."
— Surah An-Nisā' (4:58)

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was known as Al-Amīn (The Trustworthy) even before prophethood. He said:

"لَا إِيمَانَ لِمَنْ لَا أَمَانَةَ لَهُ"
"There is no faith for the one who is not trustworthy."
— Musnad Ahmad (12575)

Trustworthiness includes:

Fulfilling duties and agreements.

Returning items kept in trust.

Being honest in trade, leadership, and relationships.

Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah (RA) was called "Amīn of this Ummah" by the Prophet ﷺ because of his reliability and sincerity. Umar (RA) would only appoint leaders and judges who were known for their amānah.

Failing to uphold trust is a sign of hypocrisy, as the Prophet ﷺ warned:

"...and when he is entrusted, he betrays."
— Sahih al-Bukhari (33)

Trustworthiness builds strong communities and is rewarded with Allah's pleasure and Jannah.