We should make decisions after negotiations (shura) - in the Quran

The Quran does not explicitly state that someone make decisions after negotiations. However, there are verses in the Quran that emphasize the importance of consultation (shura) and seeking counsel in decision-making processes.

Shura (Arabic: شُورَىٰ, romanized: shūrā, lit. 'consultation') can for example take the form of a council or a referendum. The Quran encourages Muslims to decide their affairs in consultation with each other.

For example, in Surah Al-Imran (3:159), it is stated: "And consult them in the matter. And when you have decided, then rely upon Allah. Indeed, Allah loves those who rely [upon Him]."

Similarly, in Surah Ash-Shura (42:38), it is stated: "And those who have responded to their Lord and established prayer and whose affair is [determined by] consultation among themselves, and from what We have provided them, they spend."

These verses suggest that rulers and leaders should seek counsel and advice from others before making important decisions. This can be interpreted as a form of negotiation or discussion, where different viewpoints and perspectives are taken into account before a final decision is made.

It should be noted, however, that the Quran also emphasizes the importance of justice and righteousness in decision-making, and that rulers and leaders should always act in accordance with these principles.

Surah Ash-Shura, verse 38 of the Quran states:

"وَالَّذِينَ اسْتَجَابُوا لِرَبِّهِمْ وَأَقَامُوا الصَّلَاةَ وَأَمْرُهُمْ شُورَىٰ بَيْنَهُمْ وَمِمَّا رَزَقْنَاهُمْ يُنْفِقُونَ"

Transliteration: "Wa allatheena istajaboo lirabbihim wa aqamoo alssalata wa amruhum shooraa baynahum wamimma razaqnahum yunfiqoon."

Translation: "And those who have responded to their Lord and established prayer and whose affair is [determined by] consultation among themselves, and from what We have provided them, they spend."

This verse highlights the importance of certain qualities and actions that believers should possess, namely:

Responding to their Lord: This refers to obeying Allah's commandments and following His guidance.

Establishing prayer: This refers to performing the obligatory daily prayers and fulfilling one's religious duties.

Conducting their affairs through consultation: This refers to seeking the opinions and advice of others before making important decisions. The term "shooraa" means mutual consultation and decision-making among a group of people.

Spending from what Allah has provided: This refers to being generous and charitable with the resources that Allah has bestowed upon us.

This verse teaches us that these qualities and actions are integral parts of being a good Muslim, and that consultation and mutual decision-making are important aspects of Islamic governance and leadership. By seeking the opinions and advice of others, leaders can make better decisions that are more inclusive and reflective of the needs and perspectives of their constituents.

Surah Ash-Shura, verse 38 of the Quran emphasizes that true believers are those who respond to Allah, establish prayer, conduct their affairs through consultation, and spend from what Allah has provided them. This verse highlights the importance of seeking the opinions and advice of others before making important decisions, and encourages generosity and charity with the resources that Allah has bestowed upon us. By following these teachings, believers can become better leaders and contribute to a more just and equitable society.