Srinagar, June 16 -- Thinking that spirituality and economics can be separated is one of the most significant mistakes any society could make.

A society has never been built on feelings alone, and a divine movement has never survived on sentiments alone.

Every great idea requires a framework, and every institution needs money and proper resource management.

Islam is not against the acquisition of wealth, nor is poverty considered a virtue. Wealth in Islam is a trust. It is used to bring justice, impart knowledge, and uphold dignity.

In Islamic economics, wealth is a trust from Allah meant to circulate for the collective welfare of society rather than being hoarded by a few or squandered on waste.

Let me clarify: I do not object to sp...