Is it permissible to take revenge on the unjust killers of one's father, who have not regretted their deed, or should the matter be surrendered to Allah Almighty?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
The ruling for intentional and unjust killing is legal retribution (Qisas). The application of rulings ensures the stability of societies, as Allah Almighty says: "And there is for you in legal retribution [saving of] life, O you [people] of understanding, that you may become righteous." The implementation of rulings is entrusted to the ruler (Wali al-Amr); it is not permissible for the general public to carry it out to avoid chaos. It is advised to fear Allah, be patient, and not seek revenge, for Allah will take vengeance on the oppressor.
Summary from Ftawy's records · added here
Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
Read the full answer on Ftawyhttps://ftawy.com/en/questions/81549
Where this answer came from
- Source platform
- Ftawy
- Original fatwa ID
- 81549
- Added here
- . This is when the answer was added to El Fatwa, not the fatwa's date.
- Text
- Summary from Ftawy's records, reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
- Read the full ruling
- Read the full answer on Ftawy