And [regarding the rulers of the Muslims] - from asking Allaah, it is from our right that we ask Allaah for their guidance and success, and that they do what is required [of them].
Category: Rulers and Governance
Supplicating for the Muslim Rulers
And it is recommended [for the khateeb] to supplicate for the Muslims with that which comprises of goodness for their religion and their worldly affairs as well as [to supplicate] for the Leader of...
Even if we dislike remaining in our homes
Obedience to the ruler in the prohibition of venturing out [of the home] is included in the statement of the Prophet ﷺ
Spreading the faults and shortcomings of the leaders
It is not from [the etiquettes of] giving advice to spread the faults and shortcomings of the leaders, since that fills the hearts with anger and hate towards the [established and recognised] leaders.
Remember the authority of Allaah over you
'Umar ibn 'Abdil-'Azeez رحمه الله wrote to some of his workers: As for what follows then...
Striving to prevent evil from spreading
When Ibn Qudaamah رحمه الله would hear of any evil [taking place], he would strive to prevent it from happening again.