Naturally, human societies witness problems and differences among the people. Some may assault others, someone may beat another, someone may steal another's money, commit murder, or otherwise endanger the life of a member of society. A difference may arise between them over the ownership of a piece of land, a debt, or any other source of contention.

Islam aims to establish justice, security and stability in society. To do this, it sets certain laws and rules in effect to punish transgressors and deter them from resorting to violence. These laws oblige the Muslims to take their cases before the judiciary to be examined and judged. Islam makes acceptance of the verdict passed by the Islamic court a requirement of faith as is shown by the above Qur'anic verse.

By establishing the judiciary in Islamic society, security, stability and justice can be preserved. Crime and evil is also controlled. For the criminal and transgressor fear of punishment, tends to urge them to refrain from these acts against society. Were it not for the judiciary and punishment, human societies would be plagued by chaos.