The role of bounty "Fazl" in facilitating social relationships based on Qur'anic teachings

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In today's societies, the rule of law ensures the proper administration and the prosperity of the community.

From the perspective of the Qur'an, establishing a just system is vital, and it is of paramount importance to mete out justice even for enemies.

In the society, however, resorting to law and dispensing justice in social relationships is not sufficient.

Observing the principles of forgiveness and tolerance in social transactions will help facilitate affairs, disseminate joy and happiness and raise spirit of the people in the society.

The term "Fazl", along with words of similar meaning such as forgiveness, fairness and mercy, which have been underlined in the Quran, smooths social relations.

According to the Qur'anic view, justice, despite its essentiality for integrity of the society, is not enough to build a healthy society and it is imperative for believers to practice forgiveness and generosity in their relationships.

This paper, by investigating the relation between concepts of justice and bounty and other similar terms in the Quran, seeks to answer this question, "What is the role of bounty in facilitating social relations based on Qur'anic teachings?" And "How is it related to justice?" The findings of this study exhibit that administering justice in society is crucial, but it is "bounty" that smooth's social affairs, and commitment to it ensures psychological health and safety and security of the people.