Let us explore this question from a spiritual perspective, moving beyond mere formalities, empty conventions, and the repetitive slogans we have grown weary of—words that lack true essence and offer no benefit in drawing closer to Allah.

For the people of God, justice is not confined to outward appearances or societal norms. It is a deeper endeavor—an attempt to please God Almighty and avoid actions that incur His displeasure. True justice involves refraining from wrongdoing, whether toward oneself, others, or all of God’s creation, down to the smallest atom. Based on this understanding, can then a human being ever achieve justice? No, for the human being is inherently unjust by nature.

The truth is that humans, no matter how diligently they strive, remain incapable of coming even slightly close to the true essence of justice—except, of course, for our Prophet, peace be upon him, and his true inheritors. This inability stems from their lower nafs, which inclines them toward self-injustice.

The Prophet, peace be upon him, described the straight path as being “sharper than a sword and finer than a hair.” This represents the ideal of divine justice—an absolute standard that is nearly impossible for a human to traverse with complete precision. No matter how earnestly one strives, there will always be moments when thoughts, intellect, or the self falter.

Thus, one must let go of the notion of achieving true justice. The human intellect, being a created and finite entity, is inherently limited. It cannot encompass the totality of divine knowledge or the laws of the Creator. This is why the Prophet, peace be upon him, advised: “Tie your camel and place your trust in God.” In other words, strive to discipline yourself to the best of your ability within the limits of your understanding, and then entrust your affairs to God.

Justice is not measured by the visible fruits of one’s efforts—whether passing an exam, gaining material success, forming social relationships like marriage or business, or earning respect in the community. These outcomes are not proof of being "just." True justice lies in placing things where God has placed them and fulfilling your role in the station God has chosen for you.

In other words, justice is standing firmly in the station where God has established you, committed to what He requires of you. If you fail to do so, or attempt to enact justice beyond the realm God has entrusted to you, you wrong yourself, for you cannot fully fulfill the demands of your station as God intends.

Ultimately, no matter how diligently a person strives, they remain incapable of achieving true justice. This is why embodying justice is inseparably linked to reliance (tawakkul) on God and the recognition of one’s limitations in the face of His perfect justice and absolute completeness.

Many Muslims nowadays speak of justice because they feel wronged and seek "freedom" from their current circumstances. However, this is a grave error, as it amounts to suggesting that Allah has been unjust in His decrees—a notion that contradicts His divine perfection. What one perceives as injustice is, in reality, a manifestation of divine justice, the wisdom of which is beyond human comprehension. God has named Himself al-ʿAdl (The Just), never al-Ẓālim (The Unjust), and His decrees are always rooted in perfect wisdom.

Thus, the seeker must focus on striving for servanthood (ʿubūdiyya) rather than seeking illusory freedom (ḥurriyya). Anyone who demands justice to "liberate" themselves is, in truth, demonstrating a deficiency in faith (īmān). A true believer is content with Allah’s decree, refrains even from engaging with the concept of justice for they know they are inherently deficient and unjust, and instead devotes themselves to realizing the essence of servanthood.