The foundational belief of Jamaat-e-Islami, as stated in its constitution, is “La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur Rasoolullah”—There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger. This belief implies complete submission to Allah as the sole Creator, Sustainer, Owner, and Sovereign—both in spiritual and worldly matters.

From the beginning, Jamaat’s mission has been to seek the pleasure of Allah and ultimate success in the Hereafter through the establishment of an Islamic system. This mission is termed in the Qur’anic language as “Deen-e-Haq” (The True Way of Life), which means living under divine laws and prophetic guidance. We have also used terms like “Hukoomat-e-Ilahiyah” (Divine Governance), Islam, and Iqamat-e-Deen (Establishment of Faith) to express this mission.

Islam is not the inherited property of a specific people—it is a divine message for all humanity. Jamaat’s vision extends beyond the Muslim community to the entire human race. Our outreach, messaging, and strategy reflect this universal mission.

For us, Deen is not just rituals or personal worship. It is a complete system of life that governs every aspect of human activity—personal, social, political, economic, and legal. True Deen must be rooted in belief in God and the Hereafter, and it must shape all institutions under one unified divine authority.

We reject the Western concept of separating religion from politics. Islam is both worship and governance. Politics without faith leads to tyranny, while religion that avoids politics becomes powerless. For us, ruling by divine law is not optional; it is essential.

Some question whether prophets were ever concerned with governance. Our answer is: Yes. The Qur’an and previous scriptures include laws on justice, war, economics, and governance. These were not optional instructions but essential parts of divine missions.

Our methodology may differ from others, but we respect their right to disagree just as we claim our own. Our critique has always been principled and focused on ideas, not personal attacks. We invite others to respond with similar integrity.