Consistency with Islamic Principles: Any custom or cultural practice that contradicts clear and unequivocal Islamic…
Category: Objectives & Methodology
Rights in Islam
1. Rights of Muslims: Muslims are entitled to basic human rights, including the right to…
Tafsir of Surah Al-Imran (3:7) (Clear and Ambiguous Verses)
“It is He who has sent down to you, [O Muhammad], the Book; in it…
Judging the intentions of people
Hadith: Usama ibn Zaid reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him,…
The concept of Khilafah
Modern Context: In the contemporary international system, the concept of a caliphate is largely historical,…
Letter vs Spirit of the Law
Letter of the Law Definition: This refers to the literal interpretation of the law. It…
Recommendation vs Tacit Approval
Prophet’s Recommendation: When the Prophet explicitly recommends a specific action or behavior, this is usually…
Legal pluralism in the Madina constitution
Foundation of a Multi-Religious State: The Charter established the first Islamic state in Medina, accommodating…
Sciences related to hadith
`Ilm al-Hadith (علم الحديث): The general science of hadith that covers its terminology, classification, and…
Knowledge and methodology of textual interpretation
1. Understanding the Arabic Language The Quran was revealed in Arabic, and many Hadith are…