Covenant of Imam Ali to Malik Al Ashtar

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Covenant of Imam Ali to Malik Al Ashtar

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Imam Ali (a) wrote the letter to Malik al-Ashtar when he had appointed him as the ruler of Egypt and its surrounding areas. It is mostly concerned with how the government should treat Muslim and non-Muslim citizens and its duties concerning the development of the society.

Here are some subject-matters Imam Ali (a) wrote about to Malik al-Ashtar as the ruler of Egypt:

Justice and fairness
Satisfaction of people
Not peering into, instead covering, people's weaknesses
Having a good opinion of people
Taking intellectuals—men of intelligence and foresight—as counsellors for issues concerning the administration of cities
Considering different classes of jobs and occupations in the community, and observing the rights of each class
Attributes of a judge
Attributes of officials and governmental agents
Giving priority to the development of farms and lands, instead of taxes
Conditions of scribes
Good treatment of businessmen and artisans
Being careful about the poor
Causing no discomfort for people when leading in congregational prayers
Giving no advantages to close friends and relatives from the Bayt al-mal (treasury)
Removing people's suspicions about any possible cases of injustice
Peace and compromise with the enemy (on their request and in accordance with divine satisfaction)
Keeping promises.