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Introduction to Fiqh

Definition of Fiqh: Understanding the meaning, scope, and significance of Islamic jurisprudence. Fiqh vs. Shariah: Differentiating between Shariah (divine law) and Fiqh (human interpretation of divine law). The Five Rulings (Ahkam al-Khamsa): Exploring the five categories of Islamic rulings—Obligatory (Fard), Recommended (Mustahabb), Permissible (Mubah), Disliked (Makruh), and Prohibited (Haram).

5 Lessons

The Quran: The primary source of Islamic legislation and its interpretation.

The Sunnah: The role of Hadith (Prophetic traditions) in legal rulings.

Ijma (Consensus): How scholarly consensus helps establish legal rulings.

Qiyas (Analogy): Understanding how analogical reasoning is applied in Fiqh.

Other Secondary Sources: Istihsan (juristic preference), Maslahah (public interest), and Urf (custom)