Winning Hearts to Win a Country: Lessons from Surah Al-Mulk
In the pursuit of winning a country—not through conquest, but through winning the hearts and minds of its people—the wisdom of Surah Al-Mulk offers profound insights. This chapter of the Qur'an, often referred to as The Sovereignty , serves as a divine blueprint for personal development, social contribution, and leadership that can inspire positive change in a nation. 1. Leadership Begins with Purpose Surah Al-Mulk opens with a powerful declaration: "Blessed is He in whose hand is the dominion, and He is over all things competent." (67:1) This verse reminds us that ultimate sovereignty belongs to Allah, the Creator and Sustainer of all. For human leaders, this is a call to emulate divine attributes such as justice, compassion, and wisdom. To "win a country," leaders and individuals alike must ground their actions in a higher purpose, focusing on serving others with humility and integrity. 2. Inspire Change Through Deeds The Surah highlights the purpose ...